Christopher J. Russoniello , PhD

Mr. Russoniello is a hydrogeologist in the University of Rhode Island Department of Geosciences. His work focuses on coastal groundwater, saltwater intrusion, surface water/groundwater interactions, cold-region hydrology, and the impacts of rising seas and changing climate on freshwater resources. Prior to joining URI, he earned M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Geology from the University of Delaware, completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Syracuse University, and was assistant professor at West Virginia University. Mr. Russoniello has served on 15 graduate committees, mentored many undergraduate researchers and is current and former mentor to two NSF EAR postdoctoral fellows. Teaching interests focus on the coast, its complex processes, the interaction between the ocean and groundwater, and environmental data skills. Outside work Mr. Russoniello enjoys playing on water (liquid and frozen) and spending time with his wife, daughter, and dog.