Personal profile
Biography
Born 22/10/1985 in Fano (Italy)
- BSc in Earth Science, 2008 at University of Bologna (Italy)
- MSc in Earth Science, 2011 at University of Bologna (Italy)
- PhD in Earth Science, 2015 at University of Ferrara (Italy)
- Post-doc position in Coastal Dynamics, 2015-2019 at University of Ferrara (Italy)
- Post-doc position in Coastal Processes, 2019-2023 at Ulster University (UK)
Research Interests
Coastal geomorphologist with interests in many aspects of physical processes, hazards, and management of coastal zones. My research methods range from field measurements to remote sensing and GIS analyses.
Primary research foci are sediment transport, storm impact and monitoring of sandy and gravelly beaches in different wave and tidal environments. Recently, I worked on shoreline change analyses over the last two centuries to better understand long-term drivers of coastal change.
Teaching Interests
In the past, I have taught modules on geomorphology and physical geography, and rocks. At Ulster University, I teach or I have taught the following modules:
- EGM105* - The Lithosphere (Semester 2)
- EGM116* - Environmental Systems (Semester 1)
- EGM117* - Introduction to Marine Systems (Semester 1)
- EGM351* - Research Methods and Field School (Semester 2)
- EGM327* - Coastal & Marine Processes (Semester 2)
- EGM505* - Environmental Change (Semester 1)
- EGM711 - Principles of GIS (Semester 1)
- EGM802* - Environmental Data Analysis (Semester 1)
* - one or more components of module
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, Sediment transport and morphodynamics of mixed beaches: case studies of two Mediterranean sites., University of Ferrara
Award Date: 31 Mar 2015
Master, Morphodynamic classification of beaches stretching between the Bevano River mouth and the beach of Lido di Classe (Ravenna, Italy)., University of Bologna
Award Date: 24 Mar 2011
Bachelor, Geomorphic and geotechnical analysis of landslides in Bruscoli area (Firenzuola, FI). , University of Bologna
Award Date: 18 Dec 2008
Keywords
- GB Physical geography
- sediments
- coastal geomorphology
- GIS
- coastal management, climate change adaptation
- Environmental science
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities -
SDG 13 Climate Action -
SDG 14 Life Below Water -
SDG 15 Life on Land
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Long‐term drivers of shoreline change over two centuries on a headland‐embayment beach
Grottoli, E., Biausque, M., Jackson, D. W. T. & Cooper, J. A. G., 1 Jun 2023, (Published online) In: Earth Surface Processes and Landforms. 48, 13, p. 2500-2520 21 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Structure-from-Motion-Derived Digital Surface Models from Historical Aerial Photographs: A New 3D Application for Coastal Dune Monitoring
Grottoli, E., Biausque, M., Rogers, D., Jackson, D. W. T. & Cooper, J. A. G., 30 Dec 2020, In: Remote Sensing. 13, 1, p. 1-22 22 p., 95.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Sedimentation at River Mouths bounded by Coastal Structures: A Case Study along the Emilia-Romagna Coastline, Italy
Grottoli, E., Cilli, S., Ciavola, P. & Armaroli, C., 17 Jun 2020, In: Journal of Coastal Research (Special Issue). 95, SI, p. 505-510 6 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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The Role of Detailed Geomorphic Variability in the Vulnerability Assessment of Potential Oil Spill Events on Mixed Sand and Gravel Beaches: The Cases of Two Adriatic Sites
Grottoli, E. & Ciavola, P., 13 Sept 2019, In: Frontiers in Marine Science. 7, p. 1-15 15 p., 242.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Influence of particle shape on pebble transport in a mixed sand and gravel beach during low energy conditions: Implications for nourishment projects
Grottoli, E., Bertoni, D., Pozzebon, A. & Ciavola, P., 1 Mar 2019, In: Ocean and Coastal Management. 169, p. 171-181 11 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Prizes
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Geomorphology Association of Ireland (External organisation)
Grottoli, E. (Member)
19 May 2021 → …Activity: Membership › Membership of network
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Frontiers in Earth Science (Journal)
Grottoli, E. (Member of editorial board)
17 Oct 2020 → …Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work › Editorial work
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Special Issue "UAV Application for Monitoring Coastal Morphology" (Event)
Grottoli, E. (Editor)
29 Nov 2019 → 28 Feb 2021Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work › Editorial work
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British Society for Geomorphology (External organisation)
Grottoli, E. (Member)
9 Oct 2018 → …Activity: Membership › Membership of network
Profiles
Projects
- 1 Active
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Coastal Monitoring and Adaptation Planning
Jackson, D. (PI), Grottoli, E. (CoI), Cooper, A. (CoI) & Condell, J. (CoI)
1/04/25 → 31/03/29
Project: Research