Keegan Hammond

Keegan is a PhD student at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, studying Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. With a formal education in plant ecology and environmental sciences, he specializes in understanding how plants interact with their environment. He is passionate about soil science and remote sensing, aiming to integrate these interests more deeply in his research. His previous research involved flying unmanned aerial vehicles to improve water conservation in urban and agricultural settings. Keegan anticipates the NRWD fellowship will be crucial for developing communication and project management skills, enabling him to drive collaborative and significant advancements in water resource management.