About Ari

Ari Koeppel is a postdoctoral remote sensing scientist and lecturer at Dartmouth College studying landscape dynamics on Earth and Mars. Ari uses satellite, rover, and drone observations, paired with numerical modeling and machine learning, to advance our understanding of environmental change and habitability. His recent research focuses on tracking permafrost and ice thaw in the Arctic, shedding light on the future we can expect for this vulnerable and geopolitically important region. As an educator, Ari seeks to spark scientific curiosity in students at various levels through formal courses as well as outreach events and as an experiential educator leading wilderness excursions. Ari's work affirms that creative exploration, whether in space or in Earth's wild places, is a powerful way to cultivate a deeper connection with our natural world.

Some of Ari's favorite activities outside of science include outdoor activities like whitewater kayaking, gardening, and walking his dog Gwynnie, as well as creative pursuits like sculpting and ceramics. He also is a regular in pickup hockey at the local ice rink and loves old movies.