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Maria L. Chu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Her research primarily focuses on watershed and hydrologic modeling, specifically concerning climate impacts on water quantity and quality. With a strong emphasis on sustainable agro-ecosystem practices, her studies explore hydrologic time series analysis, soil-water interactions, streambank erosion processes, and integrated watershed modeling in the face of climate change. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, a Master’s in College Teaching, an MSc in Hydrology and Water Resources, and a PhD in Biosystems Engineering. Throughout her career, Dr. Chu has engaged in extensive academic and professional service within various committees and organizations, contributing to the development of standards and guidelines in her field. She also teaches courses related to nonpoint source pollution and environmental soil physics.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign • Urbana, IL
Engaged in teaching and research within the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign • Urbana, IL
Developed undergraduate and graduate courses, focusing on environmental soil physics and nonpoint source pollution.
Waterborne Environmental Inc. • Champaign, IL
Worked on environmental engineering projects related to water quality and watershed management.
Saint Louis University • St. Louis, MO
Conducted research in hydrology and environmental sciences.
University of Florida • Gainesville, FL
Focused on hydrologic modeling and its application to understanding water resources.
Oklahoma State University • Stillwater, OK
Performed research in biosystems engineering related to hydrology.
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