Grant R. Woodwell

Grant R. Woodwell is a Professor of Geology and Chair of the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at the University of Mary Washington (UMW). He holds a Ph.D. and M.Phil. in Geology from Yale University and a B.A. in Geology and Geography from Columbia University. His academic leadership and research focus on geological sciences, particularly nuclear waste disposal, petroleum geology, seismology, and structural geology.

Education
• B.A., Columbia University (Geology and Geography)
• M.Phil., Yale University (Geology)
• Ph.D., Yale University (Geology)

Dr. Woodwell’s research spans geological hazards, energy resources, and environmental mapping. He has collaborated with the U.S. Geological Survey on digital databases for Circum-Atlantic and Circum-Pacific projects and developed a GIS database for the Lake Anna Watershed. His work bridges field studies, digital cartography, and applied geoscience.

Scientific Awards
• Recipient of Yale’s Ford Prize for Excellence in Mineralogy

As a member of the Geological Society of America and the American Geophysical Union, Dr. Woodwell has contributed to post-doctoral research in nuclear waste management at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and earthquake hazard analysis. His expertise integrates academic inquiry with real-world environmental challenges.