resilient, equitable world
We’re an interdisciplinary team of scientists working toward thriving communities, businesses and natural systems through nature-based solutions.
An interdisciplinary team of researchers, practitioners, and educators from over a dozen departments at the University of Georgia. Our research is designed to be put directly in the hands of our stakeholders, to be used as tools in creating real-world change.
Learn about how melding natural and conventional
infrastructure can create resilient communities,
industries and ecosystems
Registration is now open for our 3.5-day course on Sustainable Sediment Management in Athens, Georgia – June 3rd – 6th, 2025, led by IRIS professors Ram Mohan, Brian Bledsoe and Todd Bridges. The short course will explore the principles and practices of sustainable sediment management in coastal and riverine contexts through in-depth presentations on concepts; engineering…
IRIS is all about two things: creating resilient systems (of course) and bringing great people together. We’re seeking innovative, talented, collaborative individuals to add to our team- specifically, Resilience Engineers to work on research and implementation projects in the field of natural infrastructure and nature-based solutions. You’ll join an interdisciplinary team of engineers, hydrologists, ecologists,…
Jeb Byers, a professor in the Odum School of Ecology, investigates invasive species, particularly along coastlines. His work has produced a heat map that indicates barriers to entry for potentially invasive species. (Photo by Chamberlain Smith) Originally published here by the University of Georgia Office of Research. Written by David Mitchell. Growing up in the…
Institute for Resilient Infrastructure Systems
Based in Athens, Georgia
Contact:
Gin Bacon Talati
vbtalati@uga.edu
Sarah Buckleitner
sarah.buckleitner@uga.edu