Dr. Weaver is an Associate Professor in the department of Ocean Engineering and Marine Science at Florida Institute of Technology. Dr. Weaver joined Florida Tech (2011) after working as a post-doctoral research assistant, developing high-resolution coastal models for predicting wave and storm surges and tracking particles. In 2013, he was instrumental in founding the Indian River Lagoon Research Institute at Florida Tech (IRLRI) and initiated the Living Dock program. His current research and instruction include real-time coastal modeling of waves and water levels, coastal flooding and transport, living shoreline/living dock design, and science-based engineering solutions to coastal challenges (e.g., habitat loss, sea level rise, coastal water quality, hurricanes, and storm surge inundation). Education and professional background: Ph.D. in Coastal and Oceanographic Engineering, 2008, University of Florida, Dept. Civil and Coastal Engineering; M.S. Coastal and Oceanographic Engineering, 2004, University of Florida, Dept. Civil and Coastal Engineering; B.S. Mathematics (MINOR Physics), 1999, University of North Carolina at Greensboro; University Stuttgart, 1999; Post-Doctorate Researcher, 2008–2011, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, IMS; Research Intern, 2006–2008, URS Corps.; Director of IRLRI; Founder/CEO of Engineering for the Earth, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization which promotes sustainable design, building, and engineering practices (2007–pres.).