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Anne MeltzerView profile

Professor

• Solid Earth
• Seismology
• Tectonics
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Anne Meltzer is a Professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Lehigh University, specializing in observational seismology with a focus on continental lithosphere evolution, solid earth-surface process interactions, and crustal/mantle deformation. Her work integrates field deployments of seismic arrays in active tectonic regions to study earth structure and earthquake dynamics. Her core research areas include Solid Earth Geophysics, Seismology, Tectonics, Geodynamics, and Natural Hazards. She employs earthquake-based imaging techniques alongside active source reflection seismology and ground penetrating radar to investigate near-surface environments, with applications spanning active tectonics, hydrology, and climate change impacts. Her methodology emphasizes collaborative international research to address seismic hazard mitigation in developing regions. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2020-2008) reveals concentrated expertise in subduction zone dynamics (particularly Ecuador's Pedernales earthquake sequence), intraplate seismicity in eastern North America, and continental margin processes. Key geographic foci include the Andes, Mid-Atlantic U.S., Mongolia, and the Tibetan Plateau, with recurring themes of seismic hazard assessment, lithospheric deformation, and innovative instrumentation deployment. Professor Meltzer teaches foundational and advanced courses including Natural Hazards (EES 027), Seismology (EES 201/407), and Tectonic Processes (EES 426), while maintaining active collaborations with global earth science institutions to advance observational seismology and risk reduction strategies.

Zhou YingView profile

Associate Professor

• Seismology
• Geophysics
• Computational Seismology
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Zhou Ying is an Associate Professor of Geophysics at Virginia Tech's College of Science, Department of Geosciences. Her research focuses on understanding seismic heterogeneities in the Earth's interior through finite-frequency wave propagation theory and diffractional tomography. Ph.D. in Geophysics from Princeton University (2005) Her research interests include: Seismic Wave Propagation in Heterogeneous Media Global and Computational Seismology Finite-Frequency Seismic Tomography 3-D Anelasticity (Q) Structure in the Mantle Seismic Anisotropy in the Upper Mantle and Transition Zone Core-Diffracted Waves and Core-Mantle Boundary Structure Signal Processing and Array Data Analysis Zhou's 15 most recent publications span seismology, geophysics, and unexpected interdisciplinary topics like molecular biology. Most studies focus on mantle discontinuities, finite-frequency tomography, and outer core dynamics, with specific attention to 410-km/660-km discontinuities and surface-wave sensitivity kernels. Current graduate advisee: Zhen Guo (Ph.D. candidate in Geophysics). Former advisees include Youyi Ruan (Ph.D. 2012), Kui Liu (Ph.D. 2014), Kai Deng (MS 2014), and Jing Xue (MS 2014). She teaches undergraduate courses in Physical Geology and Earthquake Seismology, and graduate courses in Theoretical Seismology, Advanced Seismology, and Seismic Data Analysis.

Wenyuan FanView profile

Associate Professor

• Array seismology
• Marine geophysics
• Environmental seismology
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Dr. Wenyuan Fan is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Geophysics and Planetary Physics (IGPP) within the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego. His research focuses on array seismology, marine geophysics, environmental seismology, and earthquake dynamics. He holds a PhD from UC San Diego and degrees from Peking University. Research Interests: Array seismology and waveform modeling Marine geophysics and ocean-solid earth interactions Earthquake source kinematics and dynamic triggering mechanisms Microseismicity imaging and fault zone processes Recent Work Trends: His recent publications emphasize understanding earthquake rupture mechanics through dense array data, exploring submarine landslide dynamics via hydroacoustic signals, and applying machine learning to seismic catalog development. Studies often bridge tectonic processes with environmental factors, such as storm-induced seismicity and human-induced seismic events. Advising & Grants: No students listed; active in NSF-funded projects on fault dynamics and marine geohazards. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with IGPP's Seismology and Geodynamics Group, collaborating with international networks like IRIS and CTBTO.

Shujuan MaoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Environmental Seismology
• Hydrogeophysics
• Geothermal Energy
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Shujuan Mao is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at the University of Texas at Austin, part of the Jackson School of Geosciences. She holds a B.S. from Peking University, a Ph.D. from MIT, and conducted postdoctoral research at Stanford University and the Institut des Sciences de la Terre in France. Her research focuses on environmental seismology, hydrogeophysics, and geothermal energy, with an emphasis on understanding subsurface fluid dynamics using seismic interferometry. Key areas include groundwater monitoring, carbon sequestration, and volcanic unrest. She leads the 'Seismo4D' research group, which develops cutting-edge seismic techniques for 4D subsurface imaging. Mao's work spans academic contributions (over 15 peer-reviewed articles), student supervision (two current advisees), and international collaborations. Her group actively recruits PhD students and postdocs interested in environmental seismology and energy transition challenges. Her mailing address is Jackson School of Geosciences, Austin, TX 78712-1692, with contact via smao@jsg.utexas.edu or shujuan.c.mao@gmail.com.

Michael ThorneView profile

Associate Professor

• Global seismic wave propagation
• Global seismic structure and dynamics
• Core-mantle boundary structure
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Michael Thorne is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geology & Geophysics at the University of Utah, where he has been faculty since July 2014. His research focuses on using seismology to investigate Earth's structure, with specialization in mapping seismic structure of the deep mantle and developing numerical techniques for seismic wave propagation modeling. He teaches courses in geophysics, the dynamic Earth, and seismology. Dr. Thorne's educational background includes: B.S. in Physics from Indiana University Bloomington (1991-1996) Ph.D. in Geological Sciences from Arizona State University (2000-2005) His primary research interests span global seismic wave propagation, Earth's deep interior structure, and the dynamics of the core-mantle boundary region. Dr. Thorne specializes in studying ultra-low velocity zones (ULVZs), D" discontinuity structure, and seismic array processing techniques. His work combines advanced waveform modeling with seismic observations to understand Earth's deep structure and dynamics, including connections between deep mantle features and surface geology. Dr. Thorne's recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on ultra-low velocity zones at the core-mantle boundary, with increasing sophistication in modeling techniques. His work has evolved from basic detection of ULVZs to detailed characterization of their morphology, elastic properties, and potential origins. Recent papers incorporate advanced Bayesian inversion methods and multidimensional modeling to better understand these enigmatic features and their implications for Earth's thermal and chemical evolution. Dr. Thorne actively mentors graduate students through thesis research courses and has secured numerous research grants to support his work. His current projects include: "Mapping the Lateral Variability of Groundwater Input into the Great Salt Lake Using Electrical Methods" (2024-2025) "NSFGEO-NERC: Advancing Capabilities to Model Ultra-Low Velocity Zone Properties Through Full Waveform Bayesian Inversion" (2024-2027) "The Future of Glaciers Using a Novel, Interdisciplinary Approach" (2024-2026) "Global Search for D Discontinuity Structure" (2022-2026) His research group utilizes advanced computational methods and collaborates with institutions worldwide to investigate Earth's deep interior structure using seismic observations and modeling.

• Seismology
• Geophysics
• Planetary Science
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Prof. Heiner Igel is a Professor at the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität (LMU) München. His research focuses on seismology, planetary geophysics, and structural health monitoring, leveraging advanced numerical methods and sensor technologies. He leads projects involving multi-component seismic measurements, seismic wave modeling, and planetary exploration instruments. Key research areas include rotational ground motion analysis, nonlinear seismic wave propagation, and subsurface imaging for Earth and planetary bodies. His work integrates cutting-edge numerical techniques like discontinuous Galerkin methods and Markov Chain Monte Carlo sampling for earthquake dynamics and material parameter inversion. Prof. Igel’s contributions include the NEPOS project for planetary seismic networks and collaborations with instruments like ROMY (Ring Laser Gyroscope). His studies span bridge monitoring, lunar subsurface exploration, and environmental seismology, emphasizing interdisciplinary applications of geophysical data.

Cliff FrohlichView profile

Researcher

• Seismology
• Tectonics
• Earthquake Analysis
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Dr. Cliff Frohlich is a Senior Research Scientist Emeritus and Senior Research Scientist at the Institute for Geophysics, Jackson School of Geosciences, The University of Texas at Austin. He specializes in seismology with a focus on deep earthquakes, Texas and moonquakes, and statistical earthquake analysis. Education: Ph.D. and M.S. from Cornell University, B.A. from Grinnell College. Research Interests : Frohlich’s work spans induced seismicity, tectonic stress analysis, and the geophysical implications of energy resource activities. He investigates correlations between wastewater injection, fracking, and seismic events in Texas, Oklahoma, and other regions. His studies also address global patterns of deep earthquakes and moonquake mechanisms. Publications : Frohlich has authored/co-authored over 100 peer-reviewed articles and two books: Texas Earthquakes (UT Press) and Deep Earthquakes (Cambridge University Press). Recent work focuses on seismic vulnerability assessments, fault stress orientations, and the TexNet seismic network. Labs/Teams : Active within the UT Institute for Geophysics, collaborating on projects like the Scotia Arc GPS Project (SCARP) and educational outreach through films like Big League Earth Science .

Jonathan S. AbelView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Signal Processing
• Acoustics
• Audio Engineering
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Jonathan S. Abel serves as an Adjunct Professor at Stanford University's Center for Computer Research in Music and Acoustics (CCRMA) within the Department of Music, specializing in audio signal processing, acoustics, and music technology applications. His work bridges academic research and industry innovation in professional audio systems. His academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Stanford University, 1989 M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Stanford University, 1984 S.B. in Electrical Engineering, MIT, 1982 Abel's research focuses on audio signal processing fundamentals with applications spanning room acoustics measurement, audio effects processing, and parameter estimation. His expertise extends to seismic signal analysis, medical imaging, and GPS technologies through cross-disciplinary industry collaborations, emphasizing practical implementations in music production and sound engineering. His professional recognition includes: Fellow of the Audio Engineering Society for contributions to audio effects processing Abel co-founded Universal Audio, Inc.—a GRAMMY Award-winning company—and maintains active industry consultancy with Apple, Dolby, Sennheiser, and U.S. defense agencies. While no formal students or grants are documented, his advisory work influences audio engineering standards globally through corporate partnerships and CCRMA's research ecosystem. He operates within CCRMA, Stanford's pioneering center for computer music research, contributing to its legacy as a hub for interdisciplinary audio technology development where academic theory and commercial audio innovation converge.

Monica KohlerView profile

Research Professor

• Earthquake Engineering
• Seismic Tomography
• Structural Health Monitoring
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Monica Kohler is a Research Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Civil Engineering at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech). She holds a B.A. from Harvard University (1988) and a Ph.D. from Caltech (1995). Prior to her current role, she served as an Assistant Research Engineer at UCLA (1998–2011), Visiting Associate at Caltech (2007–2011), and Research Assistant Professor (2011–2017). Her work focuses on earthquake engineering, seismic tomography, and structural health monitoring using advanced sensor technologies. Her research integrates observational seismology and engineering principles to detect damage in buildings and infrastructure through dense sensor networks like the Community Seismic Network (CSN). Projects include developing methods for damage identification using seismic data, tsunami early warning systems, and real-time monitoring of urban vibrations from human activity (e.g., concerts). Key areas of exploration include earthquake-induced building response, wave propagation analysis, and the application of Bayesian learning and Gaussian process regression for ground-motion modeling. She advises graduate students at UCLA in civil engineering and collaborates on interdisciplinary projects involving oceanography, structural dynamics, and computational modeling. Her contributions span over 150 publications, including studies on the 2019 Ridgecrest earthquakes, tsunami wavefront mapping, and high-rise structural identification. She also leads efforts to deploy seafloor sensors and improve early warning systems for natural disasters. Labs/Teams: Active in the Caltech CSN project, structural health monitoring initiatives, and tsunami hazard research groups. Her team includes researchers like Viviana Vela, Gloria Hyun, and Richard Guy.

Peter M. ShearerView profile

Professor

• Observational Seismology
• Earthquake Locations
• Earthquake Source Properties
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Peter M. Shearer is a Professor of Geophysics at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography (SIO), University of California, San Diego, where he is affiliated with the Institute of Geophysics and Planetary Physics (IGPP). He has been a faculty member since 1995, following progressive academic roles at SIO and postdoctoral work at the University of Cambridge. B.S. in Geology and Geophysics, Yale University, 1978 Ph.D. in Geophysics, University of California, San Diego, 1986 Dr. Shearer's research centers on observational seismology, employing large datasets to study earthquake locations, source properties, and Earth's internal structure. His work spans lithospheric and upper-mantle discontinuities , seismic scattering , anisotropic wave propagation , and back-projection techniques for earthquake analysis. He is also the author of the widely used textbook Introduction to Seismology . His recent research, inferred from ongoing projects and publications, emphasizes high-resolution imaging of earthquake sources and deep Earth structure using advanced seismic array methods and global datasets. Fellow, American Geophysical Union (1999) SIO Outstanding Graduate Teaching Award (2003) AGU Excellence in Refereeing (2003) AGU Gutenberg Lecturer (2005) Elected to the National Academy of Sciences (2009) Lehmann Medal, American Geophysical Union (2020) Dr. Shearer has made significant contributions to seismological education and research methodology. His career reflects sustained leadership in geophysics through mentorship, textbook authorship, and service to the community via involvement with SCEC, SCEDC, IRIS, USArray, USGS, AGU, and SSA. He has not been mentioned as leading a named lab, but his work is conducted within the research environment of IGPP and SIO. He is actively involved in the seismology community and continues to advance observational techniques for understanding earthquake processes and Earth structure.

Fan-Chi LinView profile

Associate Professor

• Seismic Interferometry
• Seismic Tomography
• Earth Structure Analysis
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Fan-Chi Lin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geology and Geophysics at the University of Utah. With expertise in seismic methods and earth structure analysis, Dr. Lin leads research in seismic interferometry and tomography to understand Earth's structure from shallow to deep. Dr. Lin earned a Ph.D. in Geophysics from the University of Colorado Boulder in 2009. Since then, they have established themselves as a leading researcher in seismic methods development and application. Dr. Lin's research focuses primarily on seismic interferometry and seismic tomography. Seismic interferometry is a method that extracts useful information from diffusive wavefields (like ambient noise and coda wavefields) that were traditionally considered unusable noise. Their work has demonstrated that signals extracted through seismic interferometry provide important new constraints on Earth structure across various scales. This research has applications in studying 3D sedimentary basin structure, regional/continental crust and upper mantle structure, volcano magma bodies, and deeper mantle and core structure. As a member of the University of Utah, Dr. Lin also applies these techniques to model the 3D structure of the Salt Lake Valley and the geometry of the Wasatch fault system to better understand seismic hazards in the area. Analysis of Dr. Lin's recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a strong focus on applying dense seismic arrays and advanced processing techniques to study geological structures. Their work spans multiple geographical areas including Yellowstone National Park, the Wasatch fault system, Taiwan, Hispaniola Island, and the Wyoming Craton. The research demonstrates expertise in Rayleigh wave analysis, ambient noise tomography, and joint inversion techniques. A notable trend is the increasing use of dense linear arrays and double beamforming techniques to achieve higher resolution imaging of subsurface structures. Dr. Lin maintains an active research program with numerous collaborations across institutions. Their work has been featured in high-impact journals including Nature, Science, and Geophysical Research Letters, with several papers receiving media attention from outlets like BBC Science Focus, Discover Magazine, and Phys.org. Dr. Lin leads the "noise.earth.utah.edu" research group, which focuses on developing and applying seismic noise-based methods for Earth structure imaging. The lab utilizes both permanent and temporary seismic arrays to study various geological settings, with particular emphasis on geothermal systems, fault zones, and volcanic regions.

Tayfun AkgülView profile

Professor

• Image Processing
• Signal Processing
• Audio and Speech Processing
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Tayfun Akgül is a Professor at Istanbul Technical University's Faculty of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering. With academic affiliations spanning decades, he combines engineering rigor with innovative research in signal processing and underwater acoustics. His research focuses on advanced signal processing techniques, including Compressive sensing and cyclostationary analysis Underwater acoustic monitoring and sensor arrays Thermal imaging and infrared reflection modeling Biometric identification through facial attributes Seismic signal processing Recent publications demonstrate expertise in Propeller noise analysis in maritime environments Micro-Doppler helicopter signature detection Seismic activity precursor identification Novel fisheye camera human detection systems Awarded Most Successful Doctoral Thesis Award from TESID (2024) IEEE Top 10 Award (2013) he maintains active IEEE membership since 1992 and has led multiple high-impact projects including casualty detection systems and electric vehicle warning systems.

Stephen ArrowsmithView profile

Professor

• Seismoacoustics
• Infrasound Propagation
• Earthquake Detection
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Stephen Arrowsmith is a Professor and Hamilton Chair in Earth Sciences at Southern Methodist University (SMU). His research focuses on seismoacoustics, infrasound propagation, and geophysical monitoring of natural and anthropogenic phenomena. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Leeds and has contributed significantly to nuclear test monitoring, atmospheric dynamics, and machine learning applications in geophysics. Key research areas include: Integration of seismic and acoustic data for event detection and discrimination Analysis of infrasound signals from earthquakes, explosions, and bolide impacts Development of automated detection algorithms using machine learning Urban seismology and distributed acoustic sensing Recent work emphasizes multi-modal data fusion, with studies on the Korean Peninsula, Tonga eruptions, and North Korean nuclear explosions. His contributions include advancing global infrasound networks and improving stratospheric atmospheric modeling through infrasound observations. He maintains an active research website at allthespheres.com .

Daniel RönnowView profile

Professor

• Electrical Engineering
• RF Technology
• Microwave Components
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Daniel Rönnow is a Professor of Electronics at the University of Gävle since 2011. Previously, he held roles such as lecturer at the University of Gävle (2004–2006), researcher at Acreo (1998–2000), and postdoc at the Max Planck Institute (1996–1998). He earned his MSc and PhD in Engineering Physics from Uppsala University (1991–1996). His research focuses on RF/microwave components, including phase noise characterization, nonlinear system linearization, metamaterials, and measurement technology. Key areas include MIMO systems, thin-film optics, and seismic sensors. Recent work emphasizes ultrawideband radar for nondestructive testing and antenna design for industrial applications. Rönnow has authored/co-authored over 50 publications, with notable contributions in IEEE Transactions and other journals. His work bridges theoretical models (e.g., behavioral amplifiers) with practical applications like sensor development and radar systems.

• Wave Physics
• Medical Imaging
• Telecommunications
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Mathias FINK is a Professor at ESPCI Paris on the Georges Charpak chair. His research focuses on fundamental wave physics in complex media with major applications in medical imaging, telecommunications, and geophysics. He pioneered time-reversal mirrors for wave focusing and co-founded 6 technology companies. Key Institutions: ESPCI Paris, Collège de France Research Themes: Wave physics, time-reversal techniques, matrix imaging, metasurface design His work spans multi-echo wave systems , ultrasonic therapeutic devices , and adaptive electromagnetic communication systems . Recent publications emphasize 3D matrix imaging in biological tissues and space-time interface dynamics . Scientific recognition includes: First academic elected at Collège de France (2008) Over 400 peer-reviewed publications 70+ patents and 6 start-ups Collaborations extend to Institut des Hautes Études Scientifiques , Langevin Institute , and Hong Kong University of Science and Technology . His team's volcanic imaging work with seismic noise has revolutionized subterranean mapping.