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• Tectonics
• Lithosphere Deformation
• Structural Geology
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Dr. Ernst Willingshofer is an Associate Professor of Tectonics in the Department of Earth Sciences at Utrecht University's Faculty of Geosciences. His research focuses on the coupling of deep crustal and upper mantle processes with surface deformation, particularly in collision zones and rift systems. He employs field studies and physical analogue modelling to investigate lithospheric rheology, strain localization, and tectonic evolution. Research Interests: Willingshofer's work spans tectonics, lithosphere deformation, and structural geology. Key themes include the influence of rheological stratification on strain partitioning, analogue modelling of orogenic systems, and dynamics of basins and orogens. His research has applications in understanding Alpine, Mediterranean, and global tectonic processes. Articles Trend: Recent publications (2021–2024) emphasize analogue modelling innovations, strain partitioning mechanisms, and tectonic evolution of collision zones. Subduction initiation, passive margin dynamics, and intracontinental deformation are recurring themes, with strong focus on Mediterranean and Alpine geology. Teaching & Advising: Coordinates BSc courses ( Deformation and Metamorphism of the Crust , Pyrenean Fieldwork ) and MSc courses ( Modelling Crust and Lithosphere Deformation , Dynamics of Basins and Orogens ). Supervises MSc, BSc, and guided research projects. Laboratory: Leads the Earth Simulation Lab, specializing in analogue modelling of tectonic processes.

David A. FosterView profile

Professor

• Tectonics
• Thermochronology
• Structural Geology
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David A. Foster is a Professor in the Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Florida, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. His research integrates thermochronology, structural geology, and petrology to investigate tectonic and magmatic processes, with a recent focus on enhanced weathering of basaltic rocks for carbon sequestration. He leads the Thermochronology Lab, providing analytical services for mineral separation, Ar/Ar dating, and thermal modeling. Research interests span: Tectonics & Geodynamics : Orogenic collapse, terrane accretion, and supercontinent cycles. Thermochronology : Application of temperature-sensitive isotopic systems to crustal evolution. Surface Processes : Links between tectonic uplift, erosion, and carbon capture via rock weathering. His publications emphasize regional tectonics (e.g., Andes, Appalachians, Cordillera), utilizing geochronology, isotope geochemistry, and structural analysis. Recent work explores collisional orogens, basin provenance, and magmatic arcs, with recurring themes of extensional collapse and paleogeographic reconstructions. Educational contributions include co-authoring the comprehensive textbook Geology of National Parks , now in its 8th edition, which synthesizes geological features of U.S. national parks in the context of plate tectonics and landscape formation.

Andrew GoodliffeView profile

Associate Professor

• Geophysics
• Tectonics
• Basin Evolution
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Andrew Goodliffe is an Associate Professor and Associate Dean for Graduate Admissions, Recruitment, and Fellowships at the University of Alabama's Department of Geological Sciences. His primary affiliations include the College of Arts and Sciences and the Department of Geological Sciences. He specializes in tectonics, basin evolution, and geophysics, with a focus on continental rifting, rift basin dynamics, and subduction processes. His research spans regions such as the Woodlark Basin, Gulf of Corinth, and the Black Warrior Basin. Education details are not explicitly provided in the text. However, his career trajectory suggests advanced training in geology and geophysics, likely including a PhD in a related field. His work integrates field data, seismic imaging, and numerical modeling to address questions about tectonic processes and resource management. Research interests prominently feature continental rifting, rift-to-spreading transitions, and the structural evolution of active margins. He has extensively studied the Woodlark Basin (Papua New Guinea) and the Gulf of Corinth (Greece), contributing to understanding mechanisms of lithosphere thinning, fault systems, and seismic hazards. His recent focus includes groundwater vulnerability assessment in coastal Alabama and CO₂ sequestration feasibility. Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches, combining geophysical data with geological observations. Over 50 articles span topics from subduction zone dynamics to educational initiatives like GeoPRISMS integration in undergraduate curricula. Grants and advising activities are not detailed here, but his role as Associate Dean indicates involvement in graduate education and fellowships. No labs or teams are explicitly mentioned, though collaborations are implied through multi-institutional projects like the MARGINS/GeoPRISMS program.

• Structural Geology
• Tectonics
• Fault Zone Dynamics
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Dr. Conrad Childs is an Assistant Professor/Lecturer in Structural Geology at University College Dublin (UCD), School of Earth Sciences. He holds a PhD from the University of Liverpool (2000) and has held roles including Senior Research Fellow at UCD's Fault Analysis Group (2000–2009) and Research Fellow at the University of Liverpool (1997–2000). His research focuses on fault zone dynamics, basin evolution, and structural geology with emphasis on offshore Ireland. Key interests include fault geometry, hydraulic properties, numerical modeling, and tectonostratigraphic evolution of sedimentary basins. Education: BSc Geology, University College Cork (1985) MSc Structural Geology & Rock Mechanics, Imperial College London (1986) PhD, University of Liverpool, 'The structure and hydraulic properties of fault zones' (2000) Research Interests: 3D geometry and evolution of faults Basin analysis and offshore Ireland's structural evolution Fault seal capacity and hydraulic properties Integration of deep learning with seismic interpretation Impact of basement fabrics on basin development Teaching: Coordinates modules such as 'Applied Structural Geology,' 'Field Geology Level 1,' and 'Geoscience Research Project,' emphasizing hands-on structural analysis and fieldwork. Grants: Led the PRTLI 5 grant (2011–2016) supporting PhD research in Earth Sciences. Active in collaborative projects addressing fault reactivation risks and subsurface storage potential. Awards: No specific awards listed, though his extensive publications highlight sustained research excellence. Labs & Collaboration: Part of UCD's Fault Analysis Group, contributing to interdisciplinary studies on fault zone mechanics and basin evolution.

• Seismotectonics of Plate Boundary Zones
• Marine Geophysics
• Crustal Seismology
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Ingo Grevemeyer is a Scientist at GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Marine Research and an apl-Professor at Christian-Albrechts University in Kiel. He specializes in marine geodynamics , focusing on the seismotectonics of plate boundary zones, particularly transform faults, subduction zones, and mid-ocean ridges. His research involves ocean-bottom seismometer (OBS) deployments and geophysical data analysis to study seismicity, source mechanisms, crustal structure, and tectonics. He has participated in 37 marine geophysical cruises, serving as chief scientist 18 times. His research interests span seismotectonics , marine geophysics , crustal seismology , and heat flow surveys of mid-ocean ridges, hotspot provinces, and subduction zones. His recent work, funded by an Advanced Grant of the European Research Council , explores the seismotectonics of transform faults. Over the past decade, Grevemeyer has published extensively on topics such as subduction zone dynamics , transform fault earthquakes , mantle serpentinization , and crustal accretion . His peer-reviewed output includes 154 publications, with 37 as first author, reflecting a strong h-index of 41 (Web of Science) and 49 (Google Scholar). Scientific Awards: Advanced Grant of the European Research Council

Phillip GansView profile

Professor

• Structural Geology
• Tectonics
• Volcanology
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Phillip Gans is a Professor in the Department of Earth Science at the University of California, Santa Barbara. His research focuses on structural geology, tectonics, and volcanology, with an emphasis on deformational processes in continental lithosphere and extensional tectonics. He holds a B.S. in Engineering and Geology from Cornell University (1978), an M.S. in Economic Geology from Stanford University (1982), and a Ph.D. in Geology from Stanford (1987). His work integrates field-based studies with radiometric dating, geochemical analyses, and numerical modeling. Notable projects include investigations into the Cenozoic evolution of the Basin and Range province, gneiss domes in Arctic Alaska and northeast Russia, and the structural evolution of the Tibetan plateau. Recent studies expand into the Mexican Basin and Range province and gneiss domes in Tibet. His publications span tectonic evolution, metamorphic core complexes, and volcanic systems, with recent articles addressing topics such as Gold Butte normal fault block tectonics (2025) and magmatic belts in southern California (2024). He advises current graduate student Ryan Eden and has mentored past student Evan Monroe. His research is supported through grants and collaborations involving fieldwork, geochronology, and structural analysis.

Eric KirbyView profile

Research Professor

• Tectonics
• Geomorphology
• Landscape Evolution
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Eric Kirby is an Adjunct Research Professor in the Department of Earth, Marine, and Environmental Sciences at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, within the College of Arts and Sciences. He is actively engaged in tectonics and geomorphology research, leading the Tectonics and Geomorphology Lab. Education: Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2001) M.S., University of New Mexico (1994) B.A., Hamilton College (1992) Dr. Kirby's research centers on the interplay between tectonics, climate, and erosion in shaping mountainous landscapes. His work spans active mountain belts globally, with a focus on the Tibetan Plateau, convergent margins, and active fault systems. He investigates landscape responses to rock uplift, mantle flow, and hydrological processes, integrating field observations with geochronology and geophysical data. His recent publications reveal a strong trend in Quaternary tectonics, paleoseismology, fluvial geomorphology, and climate-tectonics coupling. Key themes include fault slip rate quantification, paleolake evolution, river terrace formation, and transient landscape responses to base-level changes, primarily in high-elevation and tectonically active regions. Scientific Awards: No awards listed in the provided text. Dr. Kirby actively mentors graduate students and collaborates on funded research projects involving landscape evolution, critical zone dynamics, and tectonic geomorphology. His work is supported by publications in top-tier journals and collaborations with leading institutions. He advises several students, including W.M. Rittase, Q. Su, N. West, and X. Shi, who appear as first authors on joint publications. He leads the Tectonics and Geomorphology Lab , which conducts research on active tectonics, surface processes, and landscape evolution using field mapping, remote sensing, and numerical modeling techniques.

• Tectonics
• Geodynamics
• Seismology
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Francisco Manuel Alonso Chaves is a Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at the Faculty of Experimental Sciences, University of Huelva, Spain. He is affiliated with the Huelva Scientific and Technological Center and leads the research group RNM276 APPLIED GEOSCIENCES. His academic focus lies in Internal Geodynamics, contributing significantly to the understanding of tectonic processes in the Betic Cordillera and surrounding regions. Education: PhD in Geology, University of Granada (1995). Thesis: "Tectonic evolution of Sierra Tejeda and its relationship with processes of crustal thickening and thinning in the Betic mountain ranges", supervised by Dr. Miguel Orozco Fernández. His primary research interests encompass Tectonics, Geodynamics, Seismology, and Structural Geology. He investigates crustal deformation, seismic activity, and the evolution of mountain belts, with a regional focus on the Betic Cordillera and the Iberian Peninsula. His work integrates field studies, geophysical methods, and advanced data analysis to unravel complex tectonic histories and assess seismic hazards. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on tectonic processes, particularly in the Guadalquivir Basin and the Betic Cordillera. His work utilizes seismic noise recording, kernel density estimation, and passive seismic techniques to study basin architecture, fault reactivation, and crustal structure. There is a consistent focus on Neogene extension, earthquake analysis (including the Türkiye-Syria events), and the application of geospatial tools like QGIS for tectonic interpretation. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards mentioned in available information. Advising and Grants: No details provided regarding students supervised or research grants secured. Labs and Teams: Dr. Alonso Chaves is a key member of the RNM276 APPLIED GEOSCIENCES research group and conducts his work at the Huelva Scientific and Technological Center. His team focuses on applied geological research, including seismic microzonation, tectonic modeling, and environmental geology, contributing to both academic knowledge and practical applications in the region.

Bill SullivanView profile

Associate Professor

• Structural Geology
• Microstructures and Crystallographic Fabrics
• Deformation Mechanisms
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Bill Sullivan is the Whipple-Coddington Associate Professor of Geology at Colby College, specializing in structural geology and tectonics. Colby College (2020–Present) Chair of the Geology Department (2015–2022; 2024–2025) Education: Ph.D. in Geology, University of Wyoming, 2007 M.S. in Geology, Virginia Tech, 2003 B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies, Concord University, 2001 Dr. Sullivan’s research focuses on deformation mechanisms, strain localization, and the structural geology of western North America. He investigates fault processes at the brittle-viscous transition and microstructural evolution in tectonic settings. His publications span topics such as hydrothermal electrochemical gradients, strike-slip fault rheology, and transpressional deformation. These works often involve field studies in the Cheyenne belt, Klamath Mountains, and Great Basin. Scientific Awards: Whipple-Coddington Associate Professorship Dr. Sullivan has collaborated with undergraduate researchers and published extensively in journals like the Journal of Structural Geology and the Geological Society of America Bulletin .

Gilby JepsonView profile

Assistant Professor

• Tectonics
• Structural Geology
• Thermochronology
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Gilby Jepson is an Assistant Professor at the School of Geosciences, University of Oklahoma, specializing in isotope geochemistry and thermochronology applied to tectonic and structural geology. His work focuses on orogenic systems in the North American Cordillera and Central Asia, integrating field and laboratory approaches. Education: Ph.D. (2018), University of Adelaide B.S., Hons. (2014), University of Adelaide Research interests include tectonics, structural geology, and thermochronology, with emphasis on resolving crustal exhumation processes, paleoclimate interactions, and novel mineral thermochronometers like monazite fission-track. His 2021-2022 publications highlight collaborations in paleoclimate, metallogeny, and orogenic collapse. Collaborative Themes: Interdisciplinary studies with paleoclimatology and sedimentology Development of apatite/monazite thermochronology Integration of U-Pb geochronology and trace element geochemistry

• Structural and Tectonic Geology
• Seismic Hazard Assessment
• Fault Mechanics
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Giovanni Camanni is an Associate Professor at the Department of Chemical and Geological Sciences, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia. His work focuses on structural geology, fault mechanics, and seismic hazard assessment, with extensive research in fault segmentation, reactivation processes, and 3D geological modeling. Research Interests: Structural geology, tectonic inheritance, fault kinematics, petrophysical reservoir characterization, and volcano-tectonic processes. Teaching: Courses on Seismic Sources and Microzonation , Structural Geology and Tectonics , and Geological Survey , covering advanced fault mapping, displacement analysis, and field methodologies. Techniques: Utilizes 3D seismic reflection data, photogrammetry, unsupervised learning algorithms (DBSCAN/OPTICS), and U-Pb dating for fault and reservoir studies. Applications: Findings contribute to seismic risk mitigation, fluid flow prediction in fractured reservoirs, and urban subsidence management, particularly in southern Italy and Taiwan. Recent Publications (2020-2025): Advanced understanding of fault zone architecture in dolostones, displacement transfer mechanisms in relay zones, Wilson cycle fault reactivation, and multidisciplinary approaches to ground deformation studies.

Joann StockView profile

Professor

• Plate Tectonics
• Structural Geology
• Tectonics
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Joann Stock is a Professor of Geology and Geophysics at the California Institute of Technology. Her research focuses on global tectonics, deformation zones, and planetary geology, particularly comparing Earth and Venus. She has held faculty positions at Caltech since 1990, including roles as Visiting Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and full Professor since 1998. B.S., Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1981 M.S., Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1981 Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1988 Stock's research explores structural geology, tectonics, and geophysical hazards. Key themes include marine geophysical studies of plate boundary evolution, stress and deformation in the lithosphere, and volcanic hazard analysis. Her work bridges field observations with planetary-scale geodynamics. Recent publications analyze fault interactions, hydrothermal systems, and seismic hazards in the Gulf of California and Salton Trough. These studies emphasize tectonic deformation, sedimentation dynamics, and geophysical processes in active plate boundary zones. She teaches advanced field geology, plate tectonics, and earthquake science courses at Caltech, including Ge 121 abc – Advanced Field Geology and Ge 161 – Plate Tectonics .

• Geomorphology
• Rock Art Conservation
• Petroglyph Analysis
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Ronald Dorn is a Professor of Geography at Arizona State University (ASU) since 1988, previously at Texas Tech University. He co-coordinates the Arizona Geographic Alliance, promoting K-12 geographic education. His academic affiliations include the School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning and the Water Institute at ASU. Education: Ph.D. (1985), M.A. (1982), and B.A. (1980) in Geography from UCLA and UC Berkeley. Active in research, teaching, and professional service, Dorn has held roles in curriculum development, grant leadership, and academic governance. Research interests span geomorphology, rock art conservation, mineral weathering, and geographic education. His work bridges physical and human geography, with a focus on arid environments and cultural heritage preservation. Recent articles emphasize erosion dynamics, rock coatings, and pedagogical innovations in geography education. Over 70 scientific awards and fellowships highlight his contributions, including the Guggenheim Fellowship (1996) and Wiley Award (1993). He has mentored 20+ graduate students, many advancing to academic or applied roles. Teaching includes courses on physical geography, Arizona landscapes, and urban studies. His research labs and teams focus on field-based studies, integrating geospatial technologies and interdisciplinary approaches.

Maggie Ellis CurryView profile

Assistant Professor

• Tectonics
• Geomorphology
• Basin Analysis
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Maggie Ellis Curry is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Marine, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences at NC State University. She specializes in tectonics systems geology, focusing on ancient large-scale tectonic systems and their interactions with surface processes and basins. Her research combines numerical models with diverse datasets including thermochronology, geochronology, and geomorphic observations. Education: Ph.D. in Geosciences, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2015) M.S. in Geosciences, University of Texas at Austin (2009) B.A. in Geology, Ohio Wesleyan University (2007) Research Interests: Dr. Curry explores the feedbacks between tectonics, surface processes, and basins. Her work emphasizes thermochronology, numerical modeling (e.g., landscape evolution, thermo-kinematic models), and subsurface data integration. She utilizes high-performance computing (HPC) at NC State to develop and run large-scale simulations. Teaching: She instructs undergraduate and graduate courses in structural geology, geologic field methods, and tectonic systems. Her research spans global mountain ranges and basins, including studies in Alaska and North Carolina. Labs & Resources: Active in developing combined flexural and thermal subsidence models for tectonic basins, leveraging HPC infrastructure at NC State.

• Structural Geology
• Tectonics
• Geodynamics
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Gwenn Peron is a Professor in Structural Geology at the Department of Geoscience, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). Their research focuses on rifted margin architecture, extensional tectonics, and the interplay between tectonics and magmatism. Key areas of expertise include seismic interpretation, numerical modeling, and structural analysis of continental margins. Research interests emphasize the evolution of rifted margins such as the Mid-Norwegian and Angola-Gabon margins, with particular attention to crustal deformation, fault system dynamics, and the influence of pre-existing orogenic structures. Methodologies include geophysical data analysis, field mapping, and computational modeling. Publications span structural geology, tectonics, and geophysics, with notable contributions to understanding rift heterogeneity, detachment fault systems, and the geodynamic processes governing continental breakup. Recent work highlights the role of orogenic inheritance in shaping margin architecture. Teaching responsibilities include advanced courses in tectonics, structural geology, and petroleum geoscience. Active collaborations with industry and academic partners focus on applied structural analysis of hydrocarbon basins and continental margin evolution.