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• Volcano Infrasound
• Seismology
• Infrasound Propagation
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David Fee serves as a Research Professor at the Geophysical Institute of the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF), where he leads cutting-edge research in volcano infrasound and seismology. His work integrates infrasound and seismic data to characterize volcanic eruptions and other explosive phenomena, with significant contributions to hazard mitigation in remote regions. Fee directs the Wilson Alaska Technical Center (WATC) and serves as the Alaska Volcano Observatory (AVO) Coordinating Scientist. His research interests focus on volcano infrasound propagation , seismic monitoring , and nuclear treaty verification . Fee's work bridges geophysics and atmospheric science, examining how volcanic eruptions can illuminate atmospheric properties while developing methods for remote eruption detection. Recent projects emphasize machine learning applications for analyzing infrasound data from explosions and eruptions worldwide. Fee's publication trends reveal three key research thrusts: (1) Advanced array processing techniques for infrasound signal detection, (2) Integration of multi-sensor data (seismic, infrasound, satellite) for eruption characterization, and (3) Development of open-source tools for the seismo-acoustic community. His group maintains active GitHub repositories with widely used processing codes. As an advisor, Fee has mentored numerous graduate students, with former students now at institutions including Los Alamos National Lab, USGS, and Sandia National Lab. His students frequently work with AVO at volcanoes globally. Fee's leadership extends to WATC, which operates International Monitoring System stations across Alaska, Washington, Pacific islands, and Antarctica for nuclear treaty monitoring. Fieldwork constitutes a major component of Fee's research program, with expeditions to volcanoes including Shishaldin, Pavlof, Stromboli, Etna, Sakurajima, and Yasur. His group maintains strong international collaborations, particularly with institutions in Japan, Italy, and Vanuatu.

Radwin AskariView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental Geophysics
• Geological Hydrogen
• Energy Transition
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Dr. Radwin Askari is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geological and Mining Engineering and Sciences at Michigan Technological University's College of Engineering. His expertise centers on applied and experimental geophysics, particularly fluid transport in geological settings and associated geophysical signatures like long-period seismic events and volcanic tremors. His academic credentials include: PhD in Geophysics from the University of Calgary MS in Geophysics from the University of Tehran BS in Applied Physics from the University of Hormozgan, Iran Dr. Askari's research spans Environmental Geophysics , Fracture Dynamics and Induced Seismicity , and Heat and Fluid Transport in Porous Media , with recent emphasis on geological hydrogen for environmental conservation and energy transition. He founded the Physical Modeling Laboratory (PML) equipped with state-of-the-art acoustic velocity measurement, low permeability testing, ultrasonic analysis, and high-speed imaging systems. His 2022-2025 publications reveal consistent experimental investigations into Krauklis wave dynamics, seismic signal processing, and machine learning applications for environmental monitoring. Key trends include fluid-flow characterization in fractures, porous media analysis for carbonates, and emerging geological hydrogen storage research. Major recognition includes: National Science Foundation CAREER Award Dr. Askari maintains a diverse, inclusive research group welcoming students from all backgrounds. His robust external funding record, highlighted by the NSF CAREER award, supports laboratory operations and graduate student training. The Physical Modeling Laboratory (PML) serves as the cornerstone of his research, featuring specialized equipment for acoustic velocity measurement, low permeability testing, ultrasonic analysis, and high-speed imaging to investigate fluid-fracture interactions.

Amir BoagView profile

Professor

• Computational Electromagnetics
• Computational Acoustics
• Fast Multilevel Algorithms
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Prof. Amir Boag is a Professor in the Physical Electronics Department of the School of Electrical Engineering at Tel Aviv University. He received his B.Sc. and B.A. degrees Summa Cum Laude in 1983, M.Sc. in 1985, and Ph.D. in 1991, all from the Technion - Israel Institute of Technology. His academic journey includes faculty positions at the Technion (1991-1992), a Visiting Assistant Professorship at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (1992-1994), and industry experience at Israel Aircraft Industries (1994-1999) before joining Tel Aviv University in 1999. Prof. Boag's research focuses on computational electromagnetics and acoustics, specializing in numerically efficient algorithms, beam representations of fields, radar imaging techniques including Synthetic Aperture Radar, quantum-electromagnetic simulations, and antenna/nano-antenna design. His work bridges theoretical developments with practical applications in electromagnetic and acoustic systems. His research group comprises over ten graduate students working on cutting-edge problems in wave physics. Prof. Boag has published more than 130 journal articles and presented over 300 conference papers. He has been instrumental in organizing the Tel Aviv University Antenna Symposium and Underwater Acoustics Symposium, with the 13th Underwater Acoustics Symposium scheduled for October 23, 2025. IEEE Fellow (2008) for contributions to integral equation based analysis, design, and imaging techniques Fellow of the Electromagnetics Academy Former Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Antennas and Propagation Holder of approximately ten patents in electromagnetics and antenna design Prof. Boag's research demonstrates strong continuity in developing efficient numerical methods for electromagnetic and acoustic problems, with increasing focus on quantum-electromagnetic interactions and nano-scale applications in recent years. His work maintains strong connections between fundamental theory and practical engineering applications, particularly in radar and imaging systems.

Ali Özgün KoncaView profile

Associate Professor

• Earthquake Modeling
• Fault Dynamics
• Seismology
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ali Özgün Konca serves as Associate Professor in Bogazici University's Geophysics Department at the Kandilli Observatory and Earthquake Research Institute (KRDAE), holding this position since September 2019 after serving as Assistant Professor from 2011-2019. His research centers on earthquake modeling and fault behavior analysis using strong-motion, teleseismic, and geodetic data to investigate slip distribution, rupture velocity, and long-term fault coupling mechanisms. Education Ph.D. in Geophysics, California Institute of Technology (2008) B.S. in Physics, Koc University (2000) Kocaeli Korfez Oruc Reis Anatolian High School (1995) Dr. Konca's research examines earthquake source processes through integrated analysis of seismic and geodetic datasets. His work spans crustal deformation monitoring, fault zone mechanics, and rupture dynamics across diverse tectonic settings including subduction zones and continental strike-slip systems. He specializes in joint inversion techniques combining teleseismic, GPS, InSAR, and strong-motion data to resolve complex earthquake kinematics. His publication portfolio (2000-2021) reveals consistent focus on major seismic events in Turkey and surrounding regions, including the Van, Bodrum-Kos, and Silivri earthquakes, alongside international events like Pisco (Peru) and Zakynthos (Greece). These studies demonstrate methodological evolution toward multi-data integration for precise rupture characterization. Dr. Konca has secured TUBITAK funding (2013-2015) for Van earthquake research and actively recruits graduate students from engineering, physics, mathematics, and geophysics backgrounds. His teaching includes Mathematical Methods in Geophysics (GPH 503), Crustal Dynamics (GPH 520), and Geophysical Inverse Methods (GPH 644). As part of Bogazici University's earthquake research ecosystem, he contributes to the institution's leadership in Mediterranean seismic monitoring through the Kandilli Observatory infrastructure.

Andrew ValentineView profile

Associate Professor

• Geophysical inverse theory
• Global seismology
• Machine learning
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Dr Andrew Valentine is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at Durham University, a position he has held since 2023. Previously, he served as Assistant Professor at Durham (2021-2023), Fellow at the Research School of Earth Sciences at The Australian National University (2016-2021), and Postdoctoral Researcher at Utrecht University (2011-2016). He holds significant leadership roles including Director of Education for the Department of Earth Sciences (2025-present) and Secretary of the IUGG Commission on Mathematical Geophysics (2023-present). DPhil in Earth Sciences, University of Oxford (2006-2010), supervised by Prof. J.H. Woodhouse BA/MSci in Natural Sciences (Physics), University of Cambridge (2002-2006) Valentine's research focuses on mathematical and statistical tools for extracting information from observational data, with expertise in geophysical inverse theory, global seismology, and machine learning applications in Earth Sciences. His work bridges theoretical mathematics with practical geophysical problems, developing novel approaches to data analysis and interpretation. He has made significant contributions to probabilistic inversion methods, seismic tomography, and the application of deep learning to geoscience problems. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward integrating machine learning with traditional geophysical methods. His work spans from theoretical developments in Bayesian inference and optimal transport to practical applications in seismic modeling, mantle dynamics, and volcanic processes. A notable pattern is his focus on uncertainty quantification in geophysical models and the development of efficient computational frameworks for complex inverse problems. His research increasingly incorporates neural networks and other AI techniques to address longstanding challenges in Earth Sciences. Harold Jeffreys Lectureship, Royal Astronomical Society (2025) ARC DECRA Fellowship (2018-2021) Multiple Geophysical Journal International Outstanding Reviewer citations Geophysical Journal International Student Author Award (2010) Valentine has supervised numerous PhD students including Buse Turunçtur, Matthias Scheiter, Suzanne Atkins, Paul Käufl, and Ralph de Wit, with thesis topics spanning sparsity-constrained inversion, Monte Carlo methods, mantle convection patterns, and probabilistic source inversion. His supervision extends to current students Arijit Chakraborty, Charlotte Aulton, Hanna-Riia Allas, Isaac Abbott, and Ugurcan Cetiner. He has served on various editorial boards including as Editor for Geophysical Journal International (2020-2025) and has been involved in major collaborative projects through organizations like CIG. As Director of InLab since 2018, Valentine leads a research group focused on developing innovative computational approaches to geophysical problems. His team has produced influential open-source software like pyprop8 for seismic modeling and has pioneered applications of deep learning to problems ranging from glacial isostatic adjustment to volcanic glass properties. The group maintains strong international collaborations, particularly with researchers at The Australian National University where Valentine holds an Honorary Senior Lecturer position (2021-2025).

Marcos Antonio Martínez SeguraView profile

Assistant Professor

• Geophysics
• Engineering Geology
• Geotechnical Engineering
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Marcos Antonio Martínez Segura is an Assistant Professor at the Polytechnic University of Cartagena's School of Civil, Mining and Naval Engineering, specializing in geophysical methods for engineering and environmental applications. His research bridges theoretical geophysics with practical solutions for infrastructure and environmental challenges in southeastern Spain. His primary research interests include Geophysics, Engineering Geology, and Geotechnical Engineering, with specific expertise in Electrical Resistivity Tomography (ERT), Multichannel Analysis of Surface Waves (MASW), Ground-Penetrating Radar (GPR), and UAV photogrammetry. He focuses on landslide detection , mining tailings characterization , historic building preservation , and environmental monitoring of agricultural waste , often integrating multiple geophysical techniques for comprehensive site characterization. His work demonstrates strong regional relevance to Spain's geological and environmental contexts. Analysis of his recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a dominant trend toward Python-based software development for geophysical data processing, particularly for ERT applications in hazard detection. His research consistently emphasizes multi-method geophysical integration (ERT/GPR/MASW) for solving complex subsurface problems, with 80% of recent work focused on case studies in southeastern Spain addressing mining legacy sites, agricultural pollution, and cultural heritage preservation. Notably, he has expanded into educational technology with augmented reality applications for engineering education.

• Earth Sciences
• Solid Earth Geophysics
• Seismology
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Mourad Bezzeghoud holds the position of Full Professor in the Department of Physics within the School of Sciences and Technology at the University of Évora, Portugal. Additionally, he is an active researcher at the ICT/IIIFA (Institute of Earth Sciences / Institute of the Environment and Sustainability of the Alentejo), contributing to geophysical and environmental studies in the region. His primary research domain is Solid Earth Geophysics, with a focus on seismology and tectonics. Key areas include the analysis of crustal and lithospheric structures, seismic hazard assessment, and the study of stress fields along plate boundaries, particularly in the circum-Mediterranean and North Africa. His methodologies encompass seismic tomography, source mechanism inversion, and probabilistic modeling to understand earthquake dynamics and regional geological processes. Recent scholarly output (2024-2025) reveals a concentrated effort on significant seismic events in Portugal, Algeria, and Morocco, as well as the broader geophysical characterization of the Africa-Eurasia plate boundary. This work provides critical insights into earthquake source mechanisms and the evolution of tectonic stress in these seismically active zones. As a member of the ICT/IIIFA research group, Professor Bezzeghoud collaborates on interdisciplinary projects aimed at advancing Earth Sciences and environmental sustainability in the Alentejo region and internationally.

• Glaciology
• Ice Sheets
• Abrupt Climate Change
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Richard Blane Alley is the Evan Pugh Professor of Geosciences at Pennsylvania State University's College of Earth and Mineral Sciences, where he conducts groundbreaking research on glaciology, ice sheets, and abrupt climate change. His work focuses on understanding the relationships between Earth's cryosphere and global climate systems, with particular emphasis on ice core analysis to reconstruct past climate conditions and predict future changes. Alley's research spans multiple critical areas of Earth science: Glaciology and ice sheet dynamics Abrupt climate change events in Earth's history Cryosphere-climate interactions Ice core analysis and interpretation Sea level rise mechanisms and projections Climate change communication and policy implications His extensive publication record demonstrates a consistent progression from fundamental ice physics to large-scale climate implications. Recent publications increasingly address the mechanisms behind rapid ice loss and their consequences for sea level rise, reflecting the growing urgency of understanding ice sheet stability in a warming world. Alley's work integrates field observations from both Greenland and Antarctica with laboratory experiments and numerical modeling to advance our understanding of ice sheet behavior. Alley's scientific contributions have been widely recognized through numerous prestigious awards: Seligman Crystal (2005) for contributions to understanding ice sheet stability Louis Agassiz Medal (2005) for outstanding contributions to glaciology Heinz Award with special focus on the Environment (2011) BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Award in Climate Change (2014) Foreign Member of the Royal Society (ForMemRS) (2014) Wollaston Medal from the Geological Society of London (2017) National Medal of Science (2025) Throughout his career, Alley has maintained strong research funding through grants from the National Science Foundation and other agencies supporting polar research. His work has been instrumental in advancing our understanding of how ice sheets respond to climate change and the potential consequences for global sea levels. He has mentored numerous graduate students and postdoctoral researchers who have become leaders in glaciology and climate science. Alley leads research through Penn State's Earth System Science Center, where his team analyzes ice cores, develops models of ice sheet behavior, and investigates the physical processes governing ice flow and stability, making fundamental contributions to one of the most critical areas of climate science.

• Inverse Problems
• Partial Differential Equations
• Data Assimilation
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Tram Thi Ngoc Nguyen is a postdoctoral researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Solar System Research, working within the Department of Interiors of the Sun and Stars as part of the Max Planck Fellow Group Inverse Problems led by Thorsten Hohage. Her research focuses on applying advanced mathematical methods to solar and stellar physics. Her educational background includes: PhD in Technical Mathematics, University of Klagenfurt, Austria (2017-2020) MA in Applied Mathematics, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology, Vietnam (2012-2015) BA in Mathematics and Informatics, Ho Chi Minh City University of Science, Vietnam (2004-2008) Dr. Nguyen specializes in nonlinear dynamic inverse problems , parameter identification for PDEs , and data assimilation , with current applications in helioseismology and asteroseismology. Her work bridges mathematical theory and observational solar physics through projects like GDC-SDO and PLATO, utilizing techniques from imaging and machine learning to model stellar interiors. Her scientific recognition includes: GIP prize on Inverse Problems for best PhD thesis in German-speaking countries (2020-2022) As a key member of the Max Planck Fellow Group Inverse Problems, she contributes to developing cutting-edge methodologies for interpreting solar oscillation data. Her research team collaborates on missions analyzing the Sun's interior structure through seismic waves, advancing our understanding of stellar dynamics and evolution.

• Observational Geodynamics
• Solid Earth Geophysics
• Lithosphere-Mantle System Dynamics
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Giampiero Iaffaldano serves as Associate Professor in Solid Earth Geophysics at the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management within the Faculty of Science at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark. He has held this position since June 2015, following a tenured Assistant Professor role at the Australian National University's Research School of Earth Sciences (2010-2015) and a Reginald A. Daly Postdoctoral Fellowship at Harvard University (2008-2010). His academic journey reflects an international career spanning European, North American, and Australian institutions. His educational credentials include: PhD in Natural Sciences - Geophysics (summa cum laude), Ludwig–Maximilians University Munich, Germany (2007) MSc in Physics (summa cum laude), University of Rome "La Sapienza", Italy (2003) Iaffaldano specializes in observational geodynamics, developing computational models constrained by geological and geophysical observations to understand forces controlling the coupled lithosphere-mantle system. His research integrates forward and inverse modeling approaches with empirical data to address fundamental questions about Earth's dynamic processes across spatial and temporal scales. His work bridges theoretical geophysics with practical applications in hazard assessment and resource management. His recent publication record (2023-2025) reveals a strong thematic focus on plate boundary dynamics, mantle plume influences on plate motions, and earthquake cycle processes. His research spans global to regional scales with particular emphasis on the North Atlantic region (Icelandic plume effects), South American plate boundaries, and microplate systems in Asia and Europe. The consistent presence of high-impact journals like Earth and Planetary Science Letters and Geophysical Journal International demonstrates his standing in the geophysics community. Among his significant scientific recognitions: Elected member of the Young Academy of Europe (2017) Ringwood Fellowship at Australian National University (2010) Reginald A. Daly Postdoctoral Fellowship at Harvard University (2007) Elite Netzwerk PhD scholarship of the Bavarian Government (2005) Professor Iaffaldano has secured approximately DKK 14,000,000 in research funding from major international sources including the Independent Research Fund Denmark, Villum Foundation, National Science Foundation (USA), and Australian Research Council. He chairs the steering committee for DanSeis – Danish National Center for Seismic Instrumentation. His teaching portfolio includes Geodynamics (MSc), Quantitative Problem-Solving in Geosciences (BSc), and specialized PhD courses on plate kinematics. He serves as Associate Editor for Geosphere and has reviewed for premier journals including Nature, Science, and Journal of Geophysical Research. His extensive international collaborations with institutions in Denmark, Australia, USA, Chile, and Europe reflect the global nature of contemporary geophysical research and his leadership in the field.