Daniel W. Baker

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Daniel W. Baker

An engineer and educator who blends river science with hands-on teaching, he is known for making technical subjects more approachable through clear, interactive learning materials. His work spans both civil engineering practice and open educational resources.

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History of the Harvard College Observatory During the Period 1840-1890

History of the Harvard College Observatory During the Period 1840-1890

by Daniel W. Baker

About the author

Daniel W. Baker is a civil and environmental engineer and educator at Colorado State University. His academic background includes graduate study in civil engineering, with work focused on river mechanics, stream restoration, hydraulics, and related water resources topics.

Alongside research and professional engineering work, he has helped create accessible teaching materials for students. He is a lead author of Engineering Statics: Open and Interactive, a free textbook designed to make statics easier to learn through interactive content and visual explanations.

Baker's writing reflects a practical, problem-solving approach shaped by both engineering practice and the classroom. For listeners interested in technical nonfiction, his work stands out for its clarity and its focus on helping readers build real understanding.