Samira Ardani

Samira Ardani, PhD, is a Physical Scientist III at Lynker, specializing in ocean model verification since April 2023 and providing support for real-time verification of ocean model outputs at NOAA/NWS/NCEP/EMC. Prior to this role, Samira served as a Post-Doctoral Research Associate at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, focusing on structural engineering and health monitoring through advanced machine learning techniques. Additionally, experience at Texas A&M University includes roles as a Research Assistant Professor and Lecturer, contributing to coastal and offshore engineering education while engaging in research involving model optimization and uncertainty quantification. Samira's earlier career includes civil engineering positions at Bakhtar Petrochemical Company and Moshanir Engineering Consultant, with foundational degrees in civil engineering culminating in a PhD from Texas A&M University.