About
Prof C. Richard Bates is a Professor at the School of Earth & Environmental Sciences, University of St Andrews. His research focuses on high-resolution geophysical techniques applied to environmental and archaeological investigations, including climate change impacts, marine surveys, and near-surface studies. He holds a BSc from the University of Edinburgh and a PhD in Applied Geophysics from the University of Wales, Bangor. His work integrates geophysical methods with multi-disciplinary approaches, addressing issues like groundwater contamination, archaeological site analysis (e.g., Stonehenge and Orkney World Heritage sites), and offshore resource development.
- Education: BSc (Hons) Geology (University of Edinburgh); PhD in Applied Geophysics (University of Wales, Bangor)
- Awards: EAGE Best Paper (2003), Fellow of Geological Society (2005), Hydrographic Society Prize (2001)
Research interests include marine benthic mapping, glacier retreat in the Arctic, and geophysical applications in environmental impact assessments. He teaches applied geophysics courses and supervises PhD students in environmental geophysics and archaeology. His projects include the Fife Sustainable Coastal Zone initiative and collaborations on Sasanian military networks in Northern Iran.
Key affiliations include the Coastal Resources Management Group and the Marine Alliance for Science & Technology Scotland. His recent publications highlight immersive climate learning tools and sediment dynamics in marine environments.
