Clinton P. Conrad

Clinton P. Conrad is a Professor of Mantle Geodynamics at the Department of Geosciences, University of Oslo, and leads a research group within the Norwegian Centre of Excellence CEED (Centre for Earth Evolution and Dynamics). He holds a double Bachelor degree in Physics and Geophysics from the University of California at Berkeley (1994) and a PhD in Geophysics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2000).

Research Interests

• Earth and planetary mantle dynamics
• Intraplate volcanism
• Global sea-level changes
• Geodynamics
• 3D numerical modeling of mantle processes

Recent Article Trends: His recent work focuses on mantle convection, sea-level dynamics, and tectonic processes. Key themes include climate interactions, lithospheric evolution, and numerical modeling of Earth's interior.

Scientific Awards

• Evgueni Burov Medal (2020, International Lithospheric Programme)
• Career Award (2012, National Science Foundation, USA)
• Department Award (1994, UC Berkeley)

Teaching & Supervision: He has taught over 16 courses across the USA and Norway, mentoring 9 Master's students, 5 PhD students, and 7 postdoctoral fellows.

Labs & Teams: Conrad leads a research group at CEED (University of Oslo) and contributes to community numerical code development.