Associate Professor of Geology and Geological Engineering
Research Interests
Geohazard investigation and remediation, Energy/materials exploration and infrastructure management/optimization, Geospatial information science and technology, Small unmanned aerial systems with sensor integration, Geoscience/engineering education
Biography
Dr. Yarbrough has more than 25 years of experience in engineering geology, environmental remedial design, and construction. He was the Principal Engineer at a geotechnical/technology startup company in Vicksburg, Mississippi and consulted for regional and national firms. He has served as an expert witness in arbitration, state and federal civil courts on topics ranging from fluvial geomorphology affecting land boundaries to subsurface conditions and foundation design/construction at large port facilities. He is licensed as a Professional Engineer in five states including Mississippi and is also a registered professional geologist (by exam) in the State of Mississippi.
Education
B.S. Geological Engineering, Missouri University of Sci. and Tech. (1991)
M.S. Geological Engineering, The University of Mississippi (1998)
Ph.D. Geological Engineering, The University of Mississippi (2006)