Lucas Zoet

Lucas Zoet is an Associate Professor and the Dean L. Morgridge Chair in Geoscience at the University of Wisconsin–Madison's Department of Geosciences. His research focuses on surface processes in glacial and coastal environments, integrating field observations, laboratory experiments, numerical modeling, and theoretical analysis.

He studies glacier dynamics, including basal processes, seismicity, and landform development, while also investigating coastal erosion mechanisms in cold regions. His work addresses critical issues such as sea-level rise, Great Lakes coastal stability, and glacial retreat impacts. Zoet's research often involves advanced techniques like cosmogenic nuclide dating, LIDAR analysis, and hypergravity modeling.

• Teaches courses including GEOSCI 109 (Geology of National Parks), GEOSCI 537 (Quantitative Methods), and GEOSCI 720 (Glaciology).
• Leads the UW Surface Processes Lab, focusing on cryospheric and coastal systems.
• Recipient of the 2022 Cryosphere Early Career Award.

His publications span subglacial hydrology, ice-cliff erosion, and sediment transport in dynamic environments. He actively collaborates on initiatives like the College of Menominee Nation Geoscience program and serves on the L&S DEI Committee.