Indiana Olbert
Dr. Indiana Olbert is a leading researcher at the University of Galway's School of Engineering, known for her work in analyzing the impact of extreme weather events on coastal areas. Recently, she led a study that revealed how low tides during Storm Éowyn spared many coastal communities in Ireland from significant flooding, despite the storm's record-breaking winds and storm surges.
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Indiana Olbert is a lecturer in engineering at the University of Galway who discusses the inadequacies of weather warnings.
‘It’s a very hard thing to be scared in your own home’ – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-09-01
University of Galway scientist Dr Indiana Olbert will receive €400,000 for modelling an integrated multi-model, multi-hazard flood forecasting system.
Climate scientists to receive €2.8m for flood future-proofing projects – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-14
Dr Indiana Olbert is the lead researcher who analyzed the storm surge data during Storm Éowyn.
Low tides meant many areas avoided flooding and inundation during Storm Éowyn – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-22