The Robert E. Horton Lecturer in Hydrology is selected in recognition of a mid-career professional for their contributions towards advancing scientific understanding, research, or operational applications of hydrological/hydrometeorological sciences for societal benefits. The goal of this lectureship is to foster an interchange of ideas across disciplines that span the weather and climate enterprises represented by the AMS.  This year, Dr. Jessica D. Lundquist, Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Washington, has been selected as the Robert E. Horton Lecturer in Hydrology "for outstanding contributions to mountain hydrology, by significantly closing the gap between basic and applied research to enhance resilience in mountainous regions.