Dr. Omar E. Mora is an associate professor in the Civil Engineering Department at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. He received his Doctor of Philosophy degree from The Ohio State University, Master of Science degree from Purdue University and Bachelor of Science degree from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. His current research emphasis is on Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), photogrammetry, Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR), deep learning and geospatial solutions for civil, construction and environmental engineering. Dr. Mora was the first-place recipient of the 2016 John I. Davidson President’s Award for Practical Papers presented by the American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS) for the paper titled “Small Landslide Susceptibility and Hazard Assessment Based on Airborne Lidar Data” published in Photogrammetric Engineering & Remote Sensing (PE&RS).
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Dr. Mora’s mission is to inspire the next generation. I understand that this can be a difficult task, but it is one I am willing to take on. I have chosen to be in the field of education because my mentors have had an immense impact on me, and I hope to pay it forward. On a personal note, I enjoy playing soccer "futbol" and watching sports. I consider myself to be an average Joe, approachable and easy to talk to. If you happen to see me around, please do not hesitate to say hello.