David W. Rees Jones

Dr David W. Rees Jones is a Lecturer and Director of Teaching in the School of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of St Andrews. His research focuses on geophysical fluid dynamics, particularly magma dynamics and sea ice formation. He holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge (2010-2014) and a MMath from the same institution (2006-2010). Previously, he held postdoctoral positions at the University of Cambridge (Bullard Laboratories) and University of Oxford (FoaLab and Physics Department).

His research combines mathematical analysis and computational simulations to study fluid flows involving melting/solidification processes, such as magma transport and sea ice dynamics. Key projects include modeling subduction zone geodynamics, reactive flow instabilities in magmatic systems, and frazil ice formation in polar oceans. He develops open-source simulation tools (e.g., PETSc-based codes) and collaborates internationally on climate-related geophysical challenges.

Notable publications include studies on magma channelization, Arctic sea ice thermodynamics, and glacial cycle impacts on mid-ocean ridge magmatism. His work contributes to UN SDGs related to climate action and sustainable ecosystems. Dr Rees Jones is actively involved in supervising postgraduate research and mentoring early-career scientists through software development initiatives.