Yuting Li

Yuting Li is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Geography at the University of North Texas (UNT), where she teaches Earth Science, Geology, and Physical Geography. She advises students in the BA/BS in Geography (Physical) program and contributes significantly to undergraduate education in the geosciences.

Her research focuses on sedimentary geology and source-to-sink sediment transport processes, investigating how tectonic, climatic, and anthropogenic factors influence continental erosion and sediment deposition. She specializes in interpreting geological records from coastal and marine basins to reconstruct past environmental and climatic conditions, with ongoing research centered on the Indus Submarine Canyon.

Dr. Li employs a wide range of analytical techniques including detrital zircon and apatite fission track analysis, Nd and Sr isotopic geochemistry, clay mineral analysis, radiocarbon dating, major- and trace-element geochemistry, grain size analysis, and spectral reflectance. These methods support her work in provenance interpretation and paleoenvironmental reconstruction.

Her research trends reflect a strong interdisciplinary approach combining sedimentology, geochemistry, and paleoclimatology to understand Earth surface dynamics over geologic timescales.

• Ph.D. in Geology, Louisiana State University
• Visiting Assistant Professor, Purdue University

Dr. Li has taught 13 introductory and upper-level courses in geology, geography, and energy-related topics. While no specific grants or advising records are detailed in the provided text, her role as an advisor and experienced instructor highlights her commitment to student mentorship and academic development.

She is affiliated with the Department of Geography at UNT, contributing to research and teaching within the College of Science.