Board of managers
Text Box: Dr. Kerry Black Ph.D. Earth Sciences, University of Waikato, New Zealand M.S. Oceanography, University of Hawaii, USA B.S. Geophysics, Melbourne University, Australia Dr. Black is a manager and senior consultant for both ASR Limited and ASR America. He is recognized internationally as an expert on wave transformation, sediment transport, artificial surfing reefs and numerical modeling. He has conducted research on an extensive range of subjects including plumes, numerical models of physical processes, larval dispersal, wave transformation, estuarine and river hydrodynamics, and shelf hydrodynamics. In the applied sciences, Dr. Black holds several patents for inland surfing pool designs and the "Wave Rotation" method for coastal protection. He is the creator and author of the comprehensive 3DD suite of physical process numerical models which is sold commercially worldwide. He is the co-inventor of the world's first computer-controlled variable geometry reef which will be used for surfing pools and scientific wave research. Dr. Black's scientific credentials include appointments as Director of the Australian Research Institute, Professor at Waikato University, and research scientist for the National Institute of Water and Atmosphere in New Zealand. He has been awarded research grants from the Australian Research Council and the New Zealand Foundation of Research Science and Technology. Dr. Black has published over 400 scientific papers and written or been the subject of hundreds of popular articles, television interviews, radio interviews and newspaper articles. He is considered to be the founder of "offshore multi-purpose reefs" and he edited the world's first scientific journal on offshore reefs for coastal protection and recreation (Journal of Coastal Research, Special Issue #29). Dr. Black has hosted two international conferences on artificial reef technology. For his world leadership, he was granted the coveted position as designer of the world's first artificial reef for coastal protection and recreational amenity located on the Gold Coast of Australia. Text Box: John Hearin M.S. Ocean Engineering, Florida Institute of Technology B.S. Aerodynamic Engineering, University of Florida Mr. Hearin is a manager and coastal engineer for ASR America. He recently presented his conceptual design for the Space Coast Multi-Purpose Artificial Reef at the Fifth International Conference on Artificial Reef Technology. Mr. Hearin is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Ocean Engineering from the Florida Institute of Technology.

Dr. Kerry Black

 

Dr. Shaw Mead

 

John Hearin

 

Marine Consulting and Research
Text Box: Dr. Shaw Mead Ph.D. Coastal Oceanography, University of Waikato, New Zealand (NZ) M.S. Environmental Science and Marine Ecology, University of Auckland, NZ B.S. Marine Biology and Botany, University of Auckland, NZ Dr. Mead is a manager and senior consultant for both ASR Limited and ASR America. Dr. Mead's background in coastal oceanography and marine ecology, specializing in the hydrodynamic numerical modeling of coastal processes, allows him to effectively bridge the multi-disciplinary gap between physical processes and marine ecological impacts. His PhD thesis presented novel techniques to record the shape of surfing reefs, specify the breaking tube condition, and to break-down surfing reefs into their morphological components using numerical modeling. Dr. Mead's research has led to major advances in the development of multiple-use structures for coastal protection, recreational and ecological enhancement. Dr. Mead is a world-leader in artificial surfing reef design and research, enabling the incorporation of high-quality surfing reefs into multi-purpose coastal structures. Commercially, Dr. Mead has been involved in assessments of ecological and physical effects of marine construction, dredging, oil industry and aquaculture ventures. Dr. Mead has published 27 peer-reviewed scientific papers and has produced over 100 technical reports pertaining to marine ecology, coastal oceanography and aquaculture. Dr. Mead is affiliated with the New Zealand Marine Science Society and the New Zealand Coastal Society (IPENZ). Dr. Mead is also experienced at presenting expert witness evidence in environment court and resource consent hearings, as well as public meetings and seminars. Dr. Mead has been involved in a range of projects related to coastal development including design and impact studies of multi-purpose reefs, coastal process investigations to identify the causes and remedies for coastal erosion, port expansion incorporating surfing reefs (breakwaters and directed wave-driven currents to reduce maintenance dredging), oil field development, habitat enhancement, and artificial reef designs for enhancement of fisheries and tourism. Dr. Mead's career is focused on the application of environmental science for sustainable development and the management of environmentally beneficial projects. He actively seeks ways to provide clients and the community with well-balanced solutions to coastal management and development projects. Text Box: Dr. Joseph Mathew Ph.D. Earth Sciences, University of Waikato, New Zealand M.S. Marine Science, Cochin University, India B.S. Mathematics, University of Kerala, India Dr. Mathew is a manager and senior coastal consultant for both ASR Limited and ASR America. His research interests include coastal zone management, coastal erosion, sediment transport, sedimentation in ports, harbors and marinas; dredging and dredge spoil disposal and oceanography. He has undertaken a number of field studies in coastal and estuarine environments. Dr. Mathew's PhD research was primarily on morphological and morphodynamic changes of flood and ebb-tidal deltas due to natural processes and developmental activities. Dr. Mathew has over 17 years research and consulting experience in the field of coastal marine science. He has been Project Manager to a number of consulting projects including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade funded projects. His recent projects include river bed-degradation investigations, beach erosion studies, port development related projects, aquaculture development, and sand mining. He has published his research papers in national and international journals, and presented at several conferences.

Dr. Joseph Mathew