Dr. Lisenby is an environmental scientist who specializes in fluvial geomorphology. His research integrates aspects of geology, hydrology, physical geography, geographic information systems and examines how fluvial landforms respond to natural and anthropogenic disturbances over a range of spatiotemporal scales. Dr. Lisenby is particularly interested in how easily riverine landforms can adjust and how easily sediment can be exchanged between different components of the landscape. His related work includes using the science of geomorphology to inform river, wetland, and watershed management.