Bennett

Bennett is an Associate Professor of Geology at Texas A&M International University (TAMIU), where he has been affiliated since 2002. His role involves research collaboration, external grant acquisition, and contributions to geological sciences.

• Education: Ph.D. in Geology from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville (1995)

His research spans geochemical analysis of materials like basaltware, meteorites, coal, and volcanic rocks, alongside hydrology and remote sensing. Recent work focuses on NASA-funded projects, including the Tropical Rainfall Measurement Mission and the SMERGE root zone soil moisture product for the United States.

Bennett has authored or co-authored ten refereed papers and contributed to securing over $1.7 million in external funding at TAMIU. He actively collaborates with researchers like Dr. Tobin and participates in NASA science and outreach teams.