Fixing Flooding for the Southeast’s Future
Oct 09, 2025 —
Joel Kostka and Michael Hodges, a shellfish biologist in the South Carolina Department of Resources, determining the elevation of degraded marsh habitat. [Photo courtesy of Joel Kostka]
Flooding can be an existential threat, affecting everything from infrastructure to health. Georgia Tech researchers are developing solutions to monitor and forecast flooding, as well as restore ecosystems to prevent future flooding. These efforts support communities’ resilience in the face of climate change and keep the U.S. secure.
