FRED A. KRUSE

Research Professor

Department of Physics

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Research:

Physics-based exploration of diverse visible/near infrared (VNIR), short-wave infrared (SWIR), and long-wave infrared (LWIR) imaging spectrometer data and multifrequency, polarimetric, and interferometric SAR remote sensing datasets; Characterization of reflectance and emissive spectral properties and variation of Earth-surface materials; Development of advanced data analysis strategies, methods and techniques, and prototype software; Development of knowledge-based approaches for identifying and mapping Earth-surface materials using laboratory, aircraft, and satellite reflectance and emissivity spectra and SAR measurements; Characterization and mapping of the Earth’s surface to extract information applicable to scientific problems in geology (geologic mapping, exploration for ore deposits, geothermal/hydrothermal systems, geologic hazards, and environmental monitoring), and for military purposes; Combined analysis of diverse remote sensing datasets and data fusion; Data integration using raster/vector layers and GIS.

Teaching:

Development and teaching of advanced geologic remote sensing courses linking theory with practical experience for a variety of remote sensing sensors and applications, including hyperspectal imagery (HSI), multispectral imagery (MSI), and Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR); Development of internet and computer-media-based remote sensing courses; Motivation, supervision, and mentoring of graduate students.

Publications:

Dr. Fred A. Kruse has authored or co-authored more than 150 scientific publications, including more than 30 journal papers, over 120 conference proceedings manuscripts, and a variety of reports, short course/workshop/field-trip guides and abstracts. A complete publications list [Publications] is available.

Recent Publications:

Perry, S. L, and Kruse, F. A., 2010, Use of ASTER in Mining Applications (contributed book chapter):  in Bhaskar Ramachandran, Christopher O. Justice, and Michael J. Abrams (Editors) "Land Remote Sensing and Global Environmental Change: NASA's Earth Observing System and the Science of ASTER and MODIS", Series: Remote Sensing and Digital Image Processing, Vol. 11, Springer-Verlag, p. 301 - 324.

Kruse, F. A., and Perry, S. L., 2009, Improving multispectral mapping by spectral modeling with hyperspectral signatures:  J. Appl. Remote Sens., Vol. 3, 033504, (http://spiedigitallibrary.aip.org)

Livo, K.E., Kruse, F. A., Clark, R.N., Kokaly, R.F., and Shanks, W.C. III, 2007, Hydrothermally Altered Rock and Hot-Spring Deposits at Yellowstone National Park—Characterized Using Airborne Visible- and Infrared-Spectroscopy Data:  in Morgan, L. A. (ed), Chapter O of Integrated Geoscience Studies in the Greater Yellowstone Area—Volcanic, Tectonic, and Hydrothermal Processes in the Yellowstone Geoecosystem, U.S. Geological Survey Professional Paper 1717.  http://pubs.usgs.gov/pp/1717/downloads/pdf/p1717O.pdf

Kruse, F. A., and Perry, S. L., 2007, Regional Mineral Mapping By Extending Hyperspectral Signatures Using Multispectral Data:  in Proceedings, 2007 IEEE AeroSpace Conference, (peer-reviewed), 3 - 10 March 2007, Big Sky, Montana, On CD-ROM, IEEE Catalog Number 07TH8903C, ISBN: 1-4244-0525-4.

Kruse, F. A., Perry, S. L., and Caballero, A., 2006, District-level mineral survey using airborne hyperspectral data, Los Menucos, Argentina: Annals of Geophysics (Annali di Geofisica), Vol. 49, n. 1, pp. 83 – 92.

Education:

Ph.D. Colorado School of Mines, Geology, 1987
M.S. Colorado School of Mines, Geology, 1984
B.S. University of Massachusetts, Geology, 1976 (Magna Cum Laude)

Professional Experience:

2009 – Pres Research Professor, Physics,Department of Physics, Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA 93943.

2009 – Pres Research Professor, (Temporary Appointment), Geology and Geophysics, (50% FTE), Department of Geological Sciences and Engineering, Arthur Brant Laboratory for Exploration Geophysics (ABLE), and Great Basin Center for Geothermal Energy, Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering, University of Nevada, Reno, NV 89557.

2002 – Pres Founding Partner and Principal Scientist, Horizon GeoImaging LLC, Frisco, CO 80443.

1995 – 2007 Associate Adjunct Professor (2004 – 2007) and Assistant Adjunct Professor (1995 – 2004), Department of Geological Sciences, University of Colorado, Boulder, CO 80309.

1995 – 2003 Founding Partner and Senior Scientist, Analytical Imaging and Geophysics LLC, Boulder, CO 80303.

1992 – 2003 Founding Partner and Senior Scientist, BSC Limited Liability Company, Lafayette, CO 80026.

1991 – 1995 Assistant Research Professor, Department of Geological Sciences, and Deputy Director, Center for the Study of Earth from Space (CSES), Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES), University of CO, Boulder, CO 80309.

1987 – 1991 Research Associate, CSES, CIRES, CU, Boulder, CO 80309.

1983 – 1987 Research Geologist (GS9–GS11), U.S. Geological Survey, Denver, Colorado.

1983 Geologist, (Summer Position), AMOCO Production CO, Denver, Colorado

1983 Geologic Field Assistant, U.S. Geological Survey, Denver, Colorado

1982 – 1983 Graduate Research Asst., Colorado School of Mines, (CSM), Golden, Colorado

1981 – 1982 Graduate Teaching Assistant, CSM, Golden, Colorado

1981 – 1994 U.S Army Reserve, Highest rank attained, Major.

1976 – 1981 Engineer Officer, Active duty, U.S. Army, Highest rank attained - Captain.

Selected Professional Affiliations:

Member, NASA ASTER Science Team, 2004 – 2007
Member, NASA EO-1 Hyperion Science Validation Team, 2000-2002
Graduate Faculty, University of Colorado, Boulder, 1990-1995
Fellow, Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES), 1991 - 1995
Fellow, Energy and Mineral Applications Research Center (EMARC), CU, Boulder, 1989 - 1995
Member, Shuttle Imaging Radar-C (SIR-C/X-SAR) Science Team, 1988-1998
Associate Editor, Journal of Geophysical Research, 1989-1991
Chairman, Database Committee, IGCP Project 264, Remote Sensing Spectral Properties, 1987-1991
Society of Photo-Optical Instrumentation Engineers (SPIE), 1998 - present
American Geophysical Union (AGU), 1995-present
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 1995 - present
Society of Economic Geologists (SEG), 1992 - present
American Society of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS), 1982-present
Geological Society of America (GSA), 1980-present
Society of American Military Engineers (SAME), 1976 – 1981o address problems of military and intelligence import, as well as environmental and civil concerns.