Rene Castillo

She/her

Institution while in the program: The Ohio State University

Study area: Marine Geology & Geophysics

Graduate Degree: Ph.D.

Bio: 

My research focuses on geohazards and extreme environments, driven by a fascination with how dynamic Earth processes shape landscapes and impact society. I study phenomena such as volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and landslides, and I am excited by environments that push scientific boundaries—from deep oceans to icy worlds. When not doing research at OSU or for NASA, I enjoy outdoor recreation and baking bread, especially hiking, climbing, kayaking, and camping.

Main lessons/takeaways from the ASI fellowship:

“I learned how to connect remote sensing datasets with community-focused coastal science. I’m now applying that by developing Waves of Memory, a project that integrates ocean data and InSAR to support tsunami science in the Pacific Northwest. Bridging remote sensing with my marine geology and geophysics background is a direct outcome of what I gained through ASI.”

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