John Klinck- Old Dominion University
Director of the Center for Coastal Physical Oceanography
Professor

Ph.D. - Physical Oceanography

Expertise:
Dr. Klinck has considered the dynamics of a variety of oceanographic systems including the continental shelf, fjords, submarine canyons, and the Antarctic Circumpolar Current, using both analytical and numerical dynamical models. His analysis of the eddy resolving model for the North Atlantic flow considers the most realistic numerical simulation calculation to date. Many scientists will be analyzing this massive calculation as part of the WOCE experiment. He is also interested in numerical models of bivalves which include environmental variation, as well as predation and disease. He is currently conducting research on the effects of submarine canyons on coastal circulation. Results show that water can be forced through the canyons by cross-shelf pressure gradients giving rise to shelf-ocean exchanges. Other projects include a study of hydrography and circulation of the Antarctic Peninsula and study of circulation and krill drift in the Scotia Sea.

General Contact Phone Number:  757.683.6005
E-mail Address                            :  klinck@ccpo.odu.edu
Web Page URL                           :  http://www.ccpo.odu.edu/Facstaff/faculty/klinck.html