Michelle Stern, PhD
(she/her)Michelle Stern, PhD is a hydrologist in the Watersheds Group at the California Water Science Center (CAWSC).
Her research focus is on process-based hydrological modeling to study the effects of land use, climate change, wildfires, and management practices on water availability and water quality. Dr. Stern also incorporates remote sensing and monitoring data to improve models and gain a better understanding of local to regional hydrologic processes including soil moisture, evapotranspiration, runoff, and recharge. She co-developed the California Basin Characterization Model (BCM) and continues to make improvements and updates to deliver fine-resolution historical and future climate scenario data for many studies focused on hydrology, ecology, and biology.
Professional Experience
Hydrologist, U.S. Geological Survey, 6000 J Street, Sacramento CA, 2015 to present
Teaching Assistant, California State University, Sacramento, 6000 J Street, Sacramento CA, 2012 to 2013
Hydrologic Technician, U.S. Geological Survey, Sacramento CA, 2008 to 2015
Education and Certifications
PhD, 2024, Geography, University of California, Davis
MS, Geology (Hydrology), 2014, California State University, Sacramento
BS, Geology, 2011, California State University, Sacramento
Science and Products
Characterizing changes in streamflow and sediment supply in the Sacramento River Basin, California, using hydrological simulation program—FORTRAN (HSPF)
Non-USGS Publications**
**Disclaimer: The views expressed in Non-USGS publications are those of the author and do not represent the views of the USGS, Department of the Interior, or the U.S. Government.
Science and Products
Characterizing changes in streamflow and sediment supply in the Sacramento River Basin, California, using hydrological simulation program—FORTRAN (HSPF)
Non-USGS Publications**
**Disclaimer: The views expressed in Non-USGS publications are those of the author and do not represent the views of the USGS, Department of the Interior, or the U.S. Government.