2026 Gerald C. Nanson: Earth Science Researcher – H-Index, Publications & Awards

Discipline name	D-Index	World Ranking	Current World Ranking	National Ranking	Current National Ranking	Publications	Citations
Earth Science	73	824	728	59	49	151	15537

Overview

Gerald C. Nanson is a researcher affiliated with the University of Wollongong in Australia, specializing in areas within Environmental Science and Earth and Planetary Sciences. Their research primarily addresses processes related to hydrology, sediment transport, and geological formations, with a focus on earth-surface dynamics and ecological interactions.

The scientist's recent publications reflect a range of topics within these fields. Notable recent papers include:

"Fluvial palaeohydrology in the 21st century and beyond", 2021, published in Earth Surface Processes and Landforms
"Late Quaternary climate change in Australia's arid interior: Evidence from Kati Thanda - Lake Eyre", 2022, published in Quaternary Science Reviews
"Channel-Form Adjustment of an Alluvial River Under Hydrodynamic and Eco-Geomorphologic Controls: Insights From Applying Equilibrium Theory Governing Alluvial Channel Flow", 2021, published in Water Resources Research
"A continental review of Australia's Cenozoic megafans and associated large accretionary fluvial systems", 2025, published in Earth-Science Reviews
"Obituary for Dr. Avijit Gupta (1942-2023)", 2023, published in Geomorphology

Gerald C. Nanson has collaborated with several frequent co-authors, including:

Paul A. Carling
He Qing Huang
Victor R. Baker
Gerardo Benito
Antony G. Brown

The main publication venues for their work include:

Geomorphology
Earth Surface Processes and Landforms
Quaternary Science Reviews
Water Resources Research
Earth-Science Reviews

Their research spans multiple topics and subfields, including:

Main fields of study: Environmental Science, Earth and Planetary Sciences
Subfields of study: Ecology, Earth-Surface Processes, Soil Science, Atmospheric Science, Water Science and Technology
Main topics: Hydrology and Sediment Transport Processes, Geological formations and processes, Soil erosion and sediment transport, Geology and Paleoclimatology Research, Hydrology and Watershed Management Studies, Methane Hydrates and Related Phenomena, Geological and Geophysical Studies

Gerald C. Nanson's body of work highlights a multidisciplinary approach to environmental science, with extensive research into river dynamics, climatic changes in arid environments, and fluvial geomorphology, reflecting contributions across both the theoretical and applied dimensions of earth sciences.

Best Publications

A genetic classification of floodplains

G.C. Nanson;J.C. Croke

1310
Citations
ANABRANCHING RIVERS: THEIR CAUSE, CHARACTER AND CLASSIFICATION

Gerald C. Nanson;A. David Knighton

821
Citations
The Character of Channel Migration on the Beatton River, Northeast British Columbia, Canada

Edward J. Hickin;Gerald C. Nanson

479
Citations
Lateral Migration Rates of River Bends

Edward J. Hickin;Gerald C. Nanson

474
Citations
Point bar and floodplain formation of the meandering Beatton River, northeastern British Columbia, Canada

Gerald C. Nanson

410
Citations
A statistical analysis of bank erosion and channel migration in western Canada

Gerald C. Nanson;Edward J. Hickin

389
Citations
Episodes of vertical accretion and catastrophic stripping: A model of disequilibrium flood-plain development

Gerald C. Nanson

363
Citations
Anastomosis and the continuum of channel pattern

A. David Knighton;Gerald C. Nanson

359
Citations
Channel Migration and Incision on the Beatton River

Gerald C. Nanson;Edward J. Hickin

319
Citations
Palaeoenvironmental change in tropical Australasia over the last 30,000 years: a synthesis by the OZ-INTIMATE group

Jessica M. Reeves;Helen C. Bostock;Linda K. Ayliffe;Timothy T. Barrows

306
Citations
Wetting and drying of Australia over the past 300 ka

Gerald C. Nanson;David M. Price;Stephen A. Short

299
Citations
Forest Succession and Sedimentation on a Meandering-River Floodplain, Northeast British Columbia, Canada

Gerald C. Nanson;Harry F. Beach

293
Citations
Late Quaternary palaeoenvironmental change in the Australian drylands

Kathryn E. Fitzsimmons;Timothy J. Cohen;Paul P. Hesse;John Jansen

289
Citations
Anastomosing river sedimentation in the Channel Country of central Australia

Martin R. Gibling;Gerald C. Nanson;Jerry C. Maroulis

238
Citations
Fluvial transport as a natural luminescence sensitiser of quartz

Timothy J. Pietsch;Jonathan M. Olley;Gerald C. Nanson

232
Citations
Hydraulic geometry and maximum flow efficiency as products of the principle of least action

He Qing Huang;Gerald C. Nanson

210
Citations
Why some alluvial rivers develop an anabranching pattern

He Qing Huang;Gerald C. Nanson

206
Citations
Vegetation and channel variation; a case study of four small streams in southeastern Australia

H.Q. Huang;Gerald C. Nanson

203
Citations
The role of vegetation in the formation of anabranching channels in an ephemeral river, Northern plains, arid central Australia

Stephen Tooth;Gerald C. Nanson

198
Citations
Bedload transport of mud as pedogenic aggregates in modern and ancient rivers

Brian R. Rust;Gerald C. Nanson

197
Citations

Frequent Co-Authors

Tim J Cohen University of Wollongong

David M. Price University of Wollongong

John D. Jansen Czech Academy of Sciences

He Qing Huang Chinese Academy of Sciences

Brian G. Jones University of Wollongong

Stephen Tooth Aberystwyth University

Edward J. Hickin Simon Fraser University

Timothy T. Barrows University of New South Wales

Zenobia Jacobs University of Wollongong

Patrick Moss University of Queensland

External Links

Personal website of Gerald C. Nanson

If you think any of the details on this page are incorrect, let us know.

Related Online Degrees & Career Pathways

Exploring Earth Science as a field opens doors to various interdisciplinary careers. Many professionals enhance their expertise through advanced studies, such as the online human resource management masters programs, which are ideal for those aiming to manage teams in scientific organizations or government agencies.

For older adults considering a career shift or personal growth, choosing flexible programs can be crucial. The best degrees for older adults highlight options that balance rigor with accessibility, making Earth Science-related studies more attainable at any life stage.

Within Earth Science, there's a niche for information management, where understanding data curation and public accessibility of scientific records is key. Programs under ALA-accredited schools offer specialized training that can complement Earth Science expertise, preparing graduates for roles in libraries and data centers.

Additionally, gaining knowledge in what is library science equips professionals to manage vast archives of environmental research and resources, a critical asset in supporting ongoing scientific investigation and education.