Kaya Wilson is a hazard scientist with a PhD from the University of Newcastle specializing in tsunami modelling. As an accredited hydrographic surveyor who has worked in both industry and federal government, Kaya applies ocean mapping expertise to best predict tsunami impact. Recent work includes the detailed tsunami modelling of Sydney harbor for potential tsunami threat.
Experience
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2020–presentHazard scientist, Geoscience Australia
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2014–2020Research scientist, University of Newcastle
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2011–2013Bathymetry Specialist, Geoscience Australia
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2008–2011Hydrographic Surveyor, Private Industry
Education
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2021University of Newcastle, PhD Earth Sciences
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2008University of Plymouth, MSc Hydrography
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2007Macquarie University, BSc Marine Science
Publications
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2020Tsunami Modelling with Static and Dynamic Tides in Drowned River Valleys with Morphological Constrictions, https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00024-019-02411-0
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2018Seamless bathymetry and topography datasets for New South Wales, Australia, https://www.nature.com/articles/sdata2018115
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2018The Tsunami Threat to Sydney Harbour, Australia: Modelling potential and historic events, https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-018-33156-w
Professional Memberships
- SSSI membership, AHSCP Level one certified.
Contact Kaya for
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- Research supervision
- Location: Sydney, Australia
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