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• Geophysics
• Seismology
• Tectonics
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Dr. Kate C. Miller is a Professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at The University of Texas at Arlington, where she also serves as Vice President for Research and Innovation. She holds a B.A. from Princeton University (1982), M.S. from Stanford University (1988), and Ph.D. from Stanford University (1991). Previously, she held academic and administrative positions at University of Wyoming, Texas A&M University, and University of Texas at El Paso. Her research focuses on the application of active-source seismology to understand the origin and evolution of continental lithosphere, earthquake mechanisms, and environmental hazards. She has conducted extensive fieldwork across North America, Europe, and Japan, investigating crustal structure, tectonic processes, and geohazards. Dr. Miller's publications demonstrate a consistent focus on crustal structure analysis, seismic methods development, and geoscience education. Her recent work emphasizes integrating seismic techniques for tectonic reconstruction and hazard assessment, while earlier research explored educational interventions to increase diversity in geosciences. She has received significant recognition including Geological Society of America Fellowship (1997), Chancellor's Council Teaching Excellence Award (1991), and Sigma Xi membership (1982). She has led multiple NSF-funded projects including the EarthScope Bighorn Project. While currently not mentoring students due to administrative responsibilities, she previously advised graduate students on seismic interpretation projects. Her $10.8M grant portfolio includes projects on HEERF institutional support and Blackstone LaunchPad entrepreneurship initiatives. She led programs for underrepresented minority recruitment in STEM fields and collaborates with national consortia on geoscience education reform and curriculum development.

Ken G. DuekerView profile

Associate Professor

• Seismology
• Geophysics
• Mantle Seismic Imaging
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Dr. Ken G. Dueker is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geology and Geophysics at the University of Wyoming . His work focuses on seismic imaging of the mantle and critical zone, with applications to understanding continental geodynamics and mantle discontinuities. Education: BA in Geology, Whitman College (1985) PhD in Geophysics, University of Oregon (1995) Post-doc in Seismology, University of Colorado (1996–2000) Research Interests: Dr. Dueker's research is centered on using seismic methods to image the Earth's mantle and critical zone. His work explores the complex three-dimensional structure of the mantle beneath continents, especially how mantle processes influence surface topography and post-orogenic uplift. He investigates mantle discontinuities such as the 410 km and 660 km boundaries, and their role in mantle convection and continental evolution. His critical zone research uses ambient noise seismic tomography to understand weathering processes and subsurface structure in granitic terranes. Research Trends from Articles: His recent publications emphasize seismic imaging of mantle transition zones, particularly beneath the Colorado Plateau and Rocky Mountains. He has contributed to understanding how temperature and hydration affect mantle discontinuities. In the critical zone, his work reveals how seismic methods can track weathering fronts and glacial influence on bedrock weathering. Collaborations often involve large seismic arrays and advanced computational techniques like seismic interferometry. Scientific Contributions: While no formal awards are listed, Dr. Dueker has made significant contributions to the fields of seismology and geophysics through his extensive publication record and leadership in seismic imaging projects. Advising and Teaching: Dr. Dueker advises graduate students, including Alex Jacob (MS, 2022) . He teaches a range of courses including Physical Geology , Global Sustainability , Inverse Theory and Parameter Estimation , and Global Seismology . Laboratory and Facilities: He maintains an active research lab at the University of Wyoming, with office and lab space in the S.H. Knight Geology Building. His lab focuses on seismic data processing and imaging, utilizing both field data and computational modeling.

Ken DuekerView profile

Professor

• Seismology
• Mantle Plume Research
• Geophysics
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Dr. Ken Dueker is a Professor in the Department of Geology and Geophysics at the University of Wyoming, where he conducts research in seismology and geophysics with a focus on mantle structure and dynamics. His work centers on seismic imaging of mantle plumes, particularly the Yellowstone hotspot, as well as studies of the Rocky Mountains and Western United States crust and mantle structure. Dr. Dueker's research interests include mantle plume dynamics, crustal and lithospheric structure, seismic imaging techniques, and the tectonic evolution of western North America. His work combines field seismology with advanced data processing methods to understand the deep Earth structure beneath geologically significant regions. He has led or participated in major seismic experiments including the Yellowstone Seismic Array, Colorado Rockies Seismic Transects (CREST), and studies of the British Columbia Batholith. His recent publications demonstrate expertise in mantle discontinuities (particularly the 410 km boundary), low-velocity layers, seismic tomography, and receiver function analysis. His work spans from theoretical method development to specific regional studies of tectonically active areas. The research shows consistent focus on using seismic data to understand the thermal and compositional structure of the Earth's interior. Dr. Dueker has advised numerous graduate students who have gone on to successful careers in academia and industry, including Josh Stachnik, Huaiyu Yuan, John Jabinsek, Brian Zurek, and David Fee. His teaching responsibilities include graduate courses in Global Seismology and Inverse Theory, as well as undergraduate courses in Introduction to Geophysics and Earth Science.

Jay PulliamView profile

Professor

• Geophysics
• Seismology
• Geodesy
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Dr. Jay Pulliam is the W.M. Keck Foundation Professor of Geophysics and Graduate Program Director in the Department of Geosciences at Baylor University (College of Arts & Sciences). He holds a Ph.D. in Geosciences from the University of California, Berkeley. His research focuses on seismic wave analysis to study Earth's crustal and lithospheric structure, with a particular emphasis on tectonic processes, mantle dynamics, and crustal imaging. Projects include deployments in Texas/New Mexico, the Gulf of Mexico, and the Dominican Republic, targeting accretionary terranes, plate boundary interactions, and lithospheric evolution. Recent work includes developing autonomous seismic arrays for ambient noise data processing and joint modeling techniques for geophysical datasets. Key research areas include energy geosciences, seismology, geodesy, and lithospheric processes. His publications emphasize machine learning applications in earthquake detection, crustal structure imaging via receiver functions and autocorrelations, and ambient noise tomography. Dr. Pulliam’s work spans academic and applied geophysics, with contributions to both fundamental tectonic understanding and industry-relevant seismic exploration methods. He has led interdisciplinary projects integrating field experiments, data analytics, and geophysical modeling to address complex Earth structure questions.

Jake MulhollandView profile

Assistant Professor

• Severe Convective Storms
• Meteorology
• Numerical Modeling
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Jake Mulholland is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Atmospheric & Environmental Sciences at the University at Albany, SUNY (2024-present). Previously, he held roles such as Research Faculty Associate (2020-2022) and NRC Post-Doctoral Fellow (2019-2020) at the Naval Postgraduate School, and Assistant Professor at the University of North Dakota (2022-2024). His research focuses on severe convective storms, including numerical modeling, storm dynamics, and environmental interactions. He teaches courses in physical meteorology, mesoscale meteorology, and atmospheric convection. Education includes a PhD in Atmospheric Sciences (2019) and MS (2016) from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and a BS in Meteorology from SUNY Oswego (2014). Research interests emphasize theoretical and observational studies of convective storms, urban impacts on convection, vertical wind shear effects, and convection initiation mechanisms. His work leverages high-resolution modeling and field campaign data (e.g., CACTI, OWLeS). Recent studies analyze squall line-city interactions, cold pool dynamics, and hydrometeor displacement in supercells. Awards and grants are not explicitly listed in the text, but his extensive publications (over 40 articles since 2015) reflect sustained research productivity. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate courses on atmospheric processes.

Weisen ShenView profile

Associate Professor

• Seismic Tomography
• Earth's Lithosphere Structure
• Geothermal Studies
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Weisen Shen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geosciences at Stony Brook University, where he has been a faculty member since 2018. He holds a B.S. from the University of Science and Technology of China (2008), a Ph.D. from the University of Colorado Boulder (2014), and completed postdoctoral research at Washington University in St. Louis (2015–2017). His research focuses on seismic tomography, lithosphere structure, and geothermal studies. Key interests include improving seismic imaging techniques, quantifying uncertainties in Earth's interior models, and linking seismic data to tectonic and thermal processes. He uses surface waves, receiver functions, and Bayesian methods to study crustal and upper mantle composition, temperature, and deformation. Recent work emphasizes Antarctica, Alaska, and U.S. continental regions. Selected articles highlight advancements in 3D crustal modeling, Antarctic geothermal heat flow, and seismic anisotropy analysis. His group actively seeks students and postdocs for projects on global seismic imaging and subglacial geology.

Hansruedi MaurerView profile

Professor

• Geophysical tomography
• Statistical experimental design
• Environmental geophysics
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Prof. Hansruedi Maurer is a Professor at ETH Zurich's Department of Earth Sciences, holding a position in the Institute of Geophysics where he leads the Applied and Environmental Geophysics Group. His research focuses on geophysical tomography and statistical experimental design for environmental and engineering applications, with significant contributions to CO2 storage monitoring, geothermal energy exploration, and glaciology. Maurer earned his Diploma and Doctorate in Geophysics from ETH Zurich in 1993, completing his thesis on microseismicity and seismotectonics of the western Swiss Alps. He received his Habilitation in 2002 and was awarded the title of Professor in 2007. His academic journey includes visiting positions at the Geological Survey of Canada (1996) and the University of British Columbia (2005). His research centers on tomographic inversion techniques and experimental design optimization for geophysical data acquisition. Recent work examines seismic anisotropy in crystalline rock, hydraulic stimulation monitoring, and CO2 mineralization processes, with applications spanning underground laboratories, alpine environments, and geothermal reservoirs. His methodologies enhance subsurface characterization for energy and environmental projects. Analysis of his 2024-2025 publications reveals strong emphasis on multidisciplinary monitoring of hydraulic stimulations in the Bedretto Underground Laboratory, CO2 storage validation in Iceland, and glacier hydrology studies. Key trends include integration of distributed acoustic sensing with traditional seismic methods, advanced full-waveform inversion techniques, and cross-disciplinary approaches combining geophysics with geomechanics and hydrology. Scientific recognition includes: Best Poster Award of the Society of Exploration Geophysics (1998) Best Paper Award in Geophysics (2004) Maurer serves as Associate Editor for the journal Geophysics and participates in the Swiss Geophysical Commission. He teaches graduate courses including Seminar in Applied and Environmental Geophysics and Exploration and Environmental Geophysics, mentoring students through research projects in the Applied and Environmental Geophysics Group. His work receives support from Swiss and international grants focused on geothermal energy development and carbon storage validation projects like VALTER and EASYGO. He directs research activities at the Bedretto Underground Laboratory for Geosciences and Geoenergies, coordinating multidisciplinary teams for hydraulic stimulation experiments and reservoir characterization. Current efforts involve dense seismic monitoring arrays, tracer flow reconstruction in fractured rock, and development of real-time inversion techniques for subsurface process monitoring.

Mauricio SacchiView profile

Professor

• Geophysics
• Inverse Problems
• Seismology
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Mauricio Sacchi is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Alberta, Faculty of Science. He holds the academic rank of Professor since 2005. His research focuses on geophysics, inverse problems, and seismology, with a particular emphasis on seismic data processing and imaging techniques. He has been Chair of the Department of Physics at UofA from 2010–2015 and 2016–2021. Education: BSc from Universidad Nacional de La Plata (UNLP), Argentina (1988), and PhD in Geophysics from the University of British Columbia (UBC), Canada (1996). Prior to his current role, he served as Assistant Professor (1997–2001) and Associate Professor (2001–2005) at the University of Alberta. Research Interests: Development of algorithms for multi-dimensional seismic data reconstruction, de-noising, and sparsity-promoting methods. Current projects include optimal acquisition design for simultaneous source acquisition, full waveform inversion, and waveform imaging in applied and global seismology. Notable Awards: 2012 CSEG Medal, 2014 SEG Honorary Lecturer, 2015 CSEG Distinguished Speaker, 2019 Vigil Kauffman Gold Medal, and 2023 Killam Annual Professor. Teaching: Courses include Computational Physics (PHYS 420/580) and Introduction to Seismic Imaging (GEOPH 326). He has advised numerous graduate students, including Wenlei Gao, Ke Chen, Gian Matharu, and Iliana Papathanasaki.

• Physical Oceanography
• Acoustical Oceanography
• Marine Acoustics
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David Barclay is an Associate Professor and Graduate Coordinator in the Department of Oceanography at Dalhousie University's Faculty of Science. His research focuses on acoustical oceanography, physical oceanography, and environmental monitoring, with specialties in ambient noise analysis, hydrothermal vent dynamics, and underwater instrumentation. He leads a lab exploring the acoustic properties of marine environments, including Arctic regions, deep-sea trenches, and hydrothermal vent fields. His work integrates field measurements, numerical modeling, and sensor development to address challenges in ocean health, climate change, and marine conservation. Barclay's research topics include sediment acoustics, oceanographic instrumentation, and the impact of anthropogenic noise on marine life. He has contributed to projects such as passive acoustic monitoring of North Atlantic right whales, real-time Arctic soundscapes, and the development of autonomous underwater vehicles for bathymetric surveys. His laboratory website provides access to acoustic datasets and tools for environmental acoustic analysis. Key research trends in his publications (2022–2025) emphasize the application of acoustics to measure ocean acidity, track vessel noise, and study hydrothermal vent soundscapes. He has also explored the effects of environmental changes, such as reduced shipping noise during the 2020 pandemic, on marine ecosystems. His work bridges engineering, physics, and biology to advance sustainable ocean management practices. Notably, Barclay coordinates graduate programs in oceanography, fostering interdisciplinary training in marine acoustics and environmental science. His lab collaborates with organizations like Ocean Networks Canada to deploy cabled observatories and conduct long-term acoustic monitoring in the Northeast Pacific. Current initiatives include developing autonomous hovercraft for shallow-water surveys and improving geoacoustic inversion techniques for seabed characterization.

• Geophysics
• Magnetotellurics
• Mineral Exploration
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Professor Graham Heinson is a leading geophysicist at the University of Adelaide's School of Physics, Chemistry and Earth Sciences, within the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology. He holds a Professorial appointment and specializes in magnetotellurics (MT), with a focus on crustal structure imaging and mineral exploration. His research group operates the national AuScope MT facility and leads initiatives like the AusLAMP mapping program. Notable achievements include Eureka Awards recognition and an Australian Innovation Challenge win for mineral exploration innovations. Research interests span continental tectonics, geothermal systems, and hydrocarbon development. He pioneered the National Exploration Undercover School (NExUS), a national training program for minerals industry students. Key projects involve 4D monitoring of subsurface fluids and defining lithospheric boundaries using MT data. His work bridges geophysics with practical applications in resource discovery and energy systems. Awards: Eureka Awards finalist (Land and Water), Australian Innovation Challenge Winner (2013) Key Projects: AuScope MT Facility, AusLAMP, NExUS Summer School Expertise: Magnetotelluric imaging, crustal conductivity modeling, mineral system exploration His publications extensively cover MT applications in continental-scale studies, subsurface fluid dynamics, and geothermal systems. Current work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to unravel lithospheric architecture and fluid pathways critical for resource exploration.

Robert DziakView profile

Research Professor

• Underwater Acoustics
• Marine Geophysics
• Ocean Observing Systems
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Robert Dziak is a Research Professor at the Hatfield Marine Science Center (HMSC), Oregon State University, and serves as the Acoustics Program Manager at NOAA's Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory (PMEL). His work bridges academic and federal research institutions, focusing on oceanic acoustic monitoring and geophysical phenomena. His research interests include underwater acoustics, marine geophysics, hydrothermal vent systems, and ocean environment monitoring. Utilizing passive acoustic technologies, his work contributes to understanding seismic activity, volcanic processes, and climate-related changes in the ocean. No recent articles were found in the provided sources. However, his research trajectory emphasizes long-term ocean observation, real-time data collection, and interdisciplinary studies of deep-sea environments. Robert Dziak has not been listed with any scientific awards in the provided materials. He advises research teams and contributes to large-scale oceanographic projects through NOAA-PMEL collaborations. His work is supported by federal research funding, though specific grants are not detailed here. He is actively involved with the Acoustics Program at PMEL, leading efforts in deploying and analyzing data from hydrophone arrays and ocean observatories to study natural and anthropogenic sounds in the marine environment.

Christine ThomasView profile

Professor

• Global Seismology
• Array Seismology
• Earth's Interior Structure
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Christine Thomas is a Professor at the Institute of Geophysics, University of Münster, Germany, where she has been a faculty member since January 2009. She also holds an adjunct professorship at the Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland (GEUS) starting November 2024. Her research is centered on global and array seismology, with a focus on the Earth's deep interior, including the lower mantle, core-mantle boundary (D" region), and mantle transition zone. She investigates seismic anisotropy, mantle dynamics, and the impact of wind turbine noise on seismic stations, as well as wavefield prediction for gravitational wave detection and icequakes in polar regions. PhD, University of Göttingen (1996–1999) Diploma, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg Pre-Diploma, University of Marburg Her research interests span global seismology , array seismology , deep Earth structure , mantle dynamics , seismic anisotropy , and environmental seismology . She employs advanced seismic array techniques, tomography, and numerical modeling to study mantle heterogeneities, phase transitions, and core-mantle interactions. Her work integrates geodynamic modeling with observational seismology to interpret complex seismic signals. The trends in her recent publications (2020–2023) reflect a strong focus on the lowermost mantle and core-mantle boundary , utilizing PKP and other core-reflected phases to image structures, investigate scattering layers, and infer flow patterns. She also explores seismic noise mitigation , particularly from wind turbines, and applies array methods to mining and volcanic environments. Her interdisciplinary reach extends to biomedical sensing , as seen in her 2021 paper on smartwatch diagnostics. Christine Thomas leads and participates in numerous funded projects, including: DFG Individual Grants (e.g., TH 1530/25-1, TH 1530/16-3) ErUM-Wave (Federal Ministry, 05D23PM1) LASSIE (DFG, TH 1530/24-1) Deep Earth Rotational Seismology (DFG, AB 887/1-1) CREEP (EU H2020, 642029) AlpArray (SPP 2017, TH 1530/15-1) She has supervised or collaborated with numerous researchers and students, contributing significantly to the training of early-career scientists. Her work is supported by major national and international funding bodies, including the DFG, BMBF, and EU. She is a key contributor to large-scale seismic experiments like AlpArray and RHUM-RUM. Her lab and research team at Münster focus on seismic data analysis, array processing, and geodynamic modeling, often in collaboration with international institutions. She continues to be actively involved in advancing methodologies in seismology and expanding the applications of seismic techniques.

Oliver GerberdingView profile

Assistant Professor

• Gravitational Wave Detection
• Laser Interferometry
• Precision Metrology
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Dr. Oliver Gerberding is a Junior Professor (W1 with tenure track to W2) in Experimental Physics at the University of Hamburg’s Faculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences. As head of the Gravitational Wave Detection research group at the Institute of Experimental Physics, he focuses on advancing laser interferometry for gravitational wave astronomy, particularly in ground-based (Einstein Telescope) and space-based (LISA) detectors. His work intersects precision metrology, quantum technologies, and photonics. Academic Career: 2019–present: Junior Professor at University of Hamburg; 2016–2019: Postdoctoral Researcher at Max Planck Institute and Leibniz Universität Hannover; 2014: PhD in Physics (supervisors: Karsten Danzmann, Gerhard Heinzel). Research Pillars: Scattered light suppression, seismic noise mitigation, tunable coherence techniques, and ultra-stable laser systems for gravitational wave detectors. His recent publications demonstrate breakthroughs in stray light suppression (40 dB in Michelson interferometers), picometer-stable optical benches for space missions, and seismic noise analysis in XFEL systems. He leads institutional roles in the Einstein Telescope’s Instrument Science Board and co-initiated the WAVE seismic network. His group mentors PhD students in experimental gravitational wave physics.

Elmer RuigrokView profile

Assistant Professor

• Seismology
• Geophysics
• Earth Structure Imaging
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Elmer Ruigrok is a senior seismologist at the Royal Meteorological Institute of the Netherlands (KNMI) and an assistant professor at Utrecht University. His work focuses on analyzing Earth vibrations to understand subsurface dynamics, combining applied research at KNMI with academic teaching. His research interests include: Seismic imaging techniques for Earth structure analysis Development of novel seismic data processing methods Subsurface characterization in the Dutch context, particularly in Groningen Global seismology applications, including studies beneath Japan Seismic interferometry and array processing Earth rotation estimation via wave polarization At KNMI, he collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to bridge operational needs and scientific innovation, maintaining close ties with Utrecht University's academic environment.

Jamie FarrellView profile

Academic

• Seismology
• Geophysics
• Volcanology
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Dr. Jamie Farrell is a Research Associate Professor in the Department of Geology and Geophysics at the University of Utah. He serves as Chief Seismologist of the Yellowstone Volcano Observatory, focusing on the Yellowstone volcanic system's seismic and geodetic characteristics. Ph.D., University of Utah (2014) M.S., University of Utah (2007) B.S., Utah State University (2001) Farrell's research integrates seismology and geodesy to investigate the Yellowstone magmatic system, earthquake swarms, and interactions between volcanic and tectonic processes. His work includes tomographic imaging of magma reservoirs, seismic hazard assessment, and hydrothermal signal analysis. Recent publications emphasize microseism generation in Yellowstone Lake, magmatic sills beneath Yellowstone caldera, and earthquake swarm dynamics linked to fluid migration. Collaborators include Dr. Fan-Chi Lin, Dr. Brandon Schmandt, and Dr. Robert B. Smith.