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Natasha Wallum is a Departmental Lecturer in Physical Geography at the University of Oxford's School of Geography and the Environment. As a physical geographer and geospatial data scientist, her expertise lies in aeolian geomorphology, dryland surface processes, and satellite-based Earth observation. Her research integrates remote sensing, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and field methods to examine the physical and geochemical drivers of dust emission and sediment transport in dryland landscapes, particularly focusing on ephemeral lake beds. Notably, Natasha's doctoral research, completed at the University of Oxford in 2024, investigated the environmental mechanics of dust emissions from the Etosha Pan in Namibia. She has received accolades for her academic achievements, including the Alfred Steers Prize and the Marjorie Sweeting Award. Natasha is actively involved in curriculum design and teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, focusing on geomorphology and Earth system science. She supervises students across several research domains including remote sensing and climate hazards.
University of Oxford • Oxford, England
Teaching and supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students in geography, with a focus on geomorphology and Earth system science.
Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.