Emily Nigro

Hello! I am a PhD candidate studying western US hydroclimate during past warm intervals in Earth's history. I use a combination of geochemical proxy measurements (in particular, the triple oxygen isotope system), isotopic transport models, and global Earth system models to understand past changes to and potential future impacts on the water supply in this region. In addition to the Terrestrial Paleoclimate Group at Stanford, I collaborate with scientists at NSF NCAR in Boulder, CO, as a participant in NSF SOARS [https://soars.ucar.edu/].

I grew up in Berea, KY, and graduated from the University of Chicago with a B.S. in Environmental Science in June 2023. As an undergraduate, my research focused on bivalve morphology and evolution, "forever chemicals" (PFAS), and Arctic meteorology (at the NOAA Physical Sciences Laboratory). In my free time, I enjoy playing soccer, playing the carillon (an instrument of bells!), rocking out in the trumpet section of LSJUMB, hiking, and doing NYT mini crosswords. I am also passionate about science outreach and education, and I strive to apply my knowledge of Earth science to community-led climate adaptation and environmental justice efforts.