Kaya Wilson is a PhD candidate at 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
2014–2018
Research Scientist, University of Newcastle
2011–2013
Bathymetry Specialist, Geoscience Australia
2008–2011
Hydrographic Surveyor, Private Industry
Education
2008
University of Plymouth, MSc Hydrography
2007
Macquarie University, BSc Marine Science
Publications
2018
Seamless bathymetry and topography datasets for New South Wales, Australia, https://www.nature.com/articles/sdata2018115