Brad Illston

Research Associate, Oklahoma Climatological Survey

B.S. Meteorology (2000), University of Oklahoma; M.S. Meteorology (2002), University of Oklahoma

Email: illston@ou.edu

Phone: (405) 325-5445

Brad Illston is interested in observational data, in particular, surface and subterranean observations, for the use in research avenues. The majority of his work involves the use of the Oklahoma Mesonet and its soil moisture sensors. His past research has led to the development of a soil moisture climatology of Oklahoma and a better understanding of the impacts droughts have on soil moisture conditions. His current research involves incorporating soil moisture data from the Oklahoma Mesonet with agricultural and meteorological data to better understand the affects of soil moisture conditions. Brad is also involved with various field projects being conducted in part by the Oklahoma Climatological Survey.