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• Landslide
• GIS
• Remote Sensing
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Elsa Pirouz serves as Assistant Professor of Instruction in Earth and Environmental Sciences at The University of Texas at Arlington, where she has taught since January 2020 with continuous appointments through Fall 2025. Her expertise spans geospatial analysis, landslide dynamics, and geohazard assessment with methodological focus on GIS and remote sensing. Education: PhD in Earth Sciences, University of Geneva (2015) MS in Engineering Geology, Islamic Azad University (2007) BA in Geology, Islamic Azad University Lahijan (2003) Research Focus: Dr. Pirouz investigates landslide mechanisms in tectonically active regions like Iran's Zagros Mountains, employing advanced geospatial techniques for hazard mapping. Her work bridges geological engineering and environmental statistics , recently expanding into chemical exposure health impacts through interdisciplinary collaborations. Publication Evolution: Early research centered on Iranian geohazards (rock-falls, subsidence), progressing to comprehensive landslide studies in the Zagros region. Her 2024 shift toward environmental health demonstrates methodological transferability of geospatial skills to public health questions, maintaining core GIS/remote sensing applications. Honors: UTA Merit Award (2023) UTA Champion Recognition (2022) University of Texas at Dallas Poster Competition (2019) Mentorship & Service: Currently supervising PhD candidate Sneha Singh and advising Master's researcher Nihaar Katoch. Chairs the EES GIS Certificate Committee, serves on curriculum and PhD supervisory committees, and previously directed the department's GIS operations (2022-2024). Her committee work spans graduate admissions, thesis defenses, and research awards. Technical Leadership: As former GIS Director, she managed spatial data infrastructure and trained students in geospatial methodologies, supporting cross-departmental research in environmental systems analysis.

Jessica StanleyView profile

Assistant Professor

• Tectonics
• Topography
• Thermochronology
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Jessica Stanley is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth and Spatial Sciences at the University of Idaho, College of Science. She holds a PhD in Geological Sciences (2015, University of Colorado at Boulder), M.S. and B.S. in Earth and Planetary Sciences from MIT (2009 and 2008). Her research focuses on tectonics, topography, and thermochronology, particularly exploring continental dynamics, landscape evolution, and geodynamic processes. She leads the T³ (Tectonics, Topography, Thermochronology) research group, emphasizing collaboration and equity in academia. Key projects include investigations of Yellowstone Hotspot influences, southern African Plateau uplift, and climate-tectonic interactions in Patagonia. Education: PhD in Geological Sciences, University of Colorado Boulder, 2015 M.S. in Earth and Planetary Sciences, MIT, 2009 B.S. in Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences, MIT, 2008 Research Interests: Combines thermochronology, field observations, and landscape modeling to address continental-scale questions. Recent work examines Yellowstone Hotspot-driven exhumation, climate-driven sedimentation in Patagonia, and uplift mechanisms in southern Africa. The T³ group prioritizes interdisciplinary approaches and community engagement. Awards: Marie Morisawa Award (2024) Grants & Funding: Active in securing NSF collaborative grants for hotspot-related studies and landscape evolution projects. Her work integrates multi-proxy datasets (thermochronology, sediment flux, topography) to model geodynamic processes. Labs/Teams: Leads the T³ research group at the University of Idaho, fostering a supportive environment for graduate students and postdocs. Collaborates internationally on projects linking surface processes to deep Earth dynamics.

John MenziesView profile

Professor

• Glacial Geology
• Sedimentology
• Micromorphology
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John Menzies is a Professor of Earth Sciences at Brock University, specializing in glacial geology, sedimentology, and micromorphology. He holds editorial roles in journals like Quaternary Science Reviews and Sedimentary Geology . His career spans over four decades, with extensive research on subglacial tills, drumlins, and glacial microstructures. He has supervised numerous graduate students and contributed to landmark publications, including co-editing Past Glacial Environments . Education: Ph.D. (University of Edinburgh), B.Sc. (University of Aberdeen). Career highlights include roles as Chair of Geography at Brock and adjunct professorships. Research focuses on glacial sedimentology, with notable work on Neoproterozoic diamictites and Laurentide Ice Sheet dynamics. He received the 2023 Canadian Journal of Earth Sciences Best Paper Award for pioneering micromorphological analyses. Teaching includes courses on geomorphology, glacial geology, and sedimentology. Professional activities include organizing international micromorphology workshops and serving on editorial boards. His work bridges field studies, laboratory analysis, and theoretical frameworks to advance understanding of glacial processes and ancient environments.

Besim DragovicView profile

Assistant Professor

• Metamorphic Petrology
• Geochronology
• Subduction Zone Processes
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Besim Dragovic is an Assistant Professor in the School of the Earth, Ocean and Environment at the University of South Carolina. His research integrates petrochronology and geodynamics to study subduction zones, metamorphic processes, and crust-mantle interactions. He earned a Ph.D. from Boston University (2013) and held postdoctoral positions at Virginia Tech and Boise State University. Current NSF-funded projects examine Alpine subduction thermal structures and New Zealand ophiolite tectonics. Research employs garnet geochemistry (Li, Fe, Mo isotopes) to decode fluid-rock interactions in high-pressure terranes. Recent publications focus on subduction fluid cycling, serpentinite mobilization, and integrated petrologic-geodynamic modeling. Teaching includes geochronology and solid earth processes. He advises three Ph.D. students and collaborates internationally on subduction zone projects.

• Geosciences
• Sedimentology
• Alpine Geomorphology
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Professor Anneleen Foubert is a faculty member in the Department of Geosciences at the University of Fribourg , affiliated with the Faculty of Science and Medicine . Her research focuses on sedimentology, tectonics, and geochemical processes in extreme environments. Key areas of expertise include continental rift systems (e.g., Danakil Depression), cold seep ecosystems, and carbonate diagenesis. She leads studies on the interplay between biotic activity and geologic processes, particularly in submarine environments. Recent work explores Evaporite dynamics in Afar rift basins Gas migration mechanisms in Mediterranean sedimentary systems High-pH hydrothermal mineralization at Lost City Stratigraphic architecture of Jurassic Opalinus Clay Her fieldwork spans Ethiopia, Turkey, Spain, and the Mediterranean Sea, combining geological mapping, core analysis, and geochemical modeling. Current projects investigate Afar's magma-rich rifting and Mediterranean cold-water coral mound archives.

• Tectonics
• Structural Geology
• Geodynamics
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Jon Mosar is a Professor of Geosciences at the University of Fribourg's Faculty of Science and Medicine since 2011, holding a Habilitation (venia legendi) since 2003. He leads research in structural geology and tectonics, focusing on deformation processes in fold-and-thrust belts, mountain-building dynamics, and the interplay between inherited structures and modern tectonics. His work integrates field observations, 3D seismic interpretation, numerical modeling, and analogue experiments. Research interests include the Jura Fold-and-Thrust Belt (Switzerland/France), the Greater Caucasus (Georgia/Russia), and the Alps. Notable studies address fault mechanics in the Geneva Basin, stress distribution in foreland basins, and the evolution of doubly verging fold belts. He has authored numerous high-impact articles on tectonic deformation, seismic analysis, and paleostress reconstruction. As a senior researcher, Mosar collaborates internationally on projects like the TOPO-EUROPE initiative, exploring coupled deep-Earth and surface processes. His contributions span geodynamic modeling, seismic hazard assessments, and the structural evolution of collisional orogens. Teaching includes advanced seminars on tectonic analysis and structural geology. He advises graduate students and mentors researchers in the Department of Geosciences' laboratory facilities.

Michelle HarrisView profile

Associate Professor

• Marine Geology
• Oceanic Crust Alteration
• Hydrothermal Systems
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Dr Michelle Harris is an Associate Professor in Earth Sciences at the University of Plymouth, leading the Centre for Research in Earth Sciences (CRES) and serving on the Marine Institute Strategy Board. Her research focuses on oceanic crust processes, hydrothermal systems, and crustal alteration dynamics. She has supervised five PhD students exploring topics like seafloor hydrothermal systems, CO2 sequestration in peridotites, and ophiolite studies. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goal 14 (Life Below Water) through investigations into marine geology and crustal fluid dynamics. Key research sites include ODP Hole 1256D, the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, Juan de Fuca Ridge, and Macquarie Island ophiolite. Major expeditions include IODP Expeditions 335 and 327 targeting superfast-spreading crust and ridge-flank hydrogeology. Research interests span crustal accretion mechanisms, hydrothermal fluid flow pathways, metal mobility in submarine systems, and crustal oxidation processes. She employs Sr isotope tracing, U/Pb geochronology, and integrated geophysical/sampling approaches. Recent studies emphasize the role of oceanic core complexes in shaping crustal architecture and global biogeochemical cycles. Michelle’s work bridges field observations, laboratory analyses, and numerical modeling to address how tectonic processes drive crustal evolution and fluid-rock interactions. She collaborates internationally on drilling initiatives and contributes to advancing understanding of Earth’s subseafloor systems.

Evgenia SalinView profile

Researcher

• Lunar Geology
• Planetary Science
• Petrology
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Evgenia Salin is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Department of Geology and Mineralogy, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Åbo Akademi University. Her research focuses on lunar geology, planetary materials, and Precambrian crustal evolution. She investigates impact processes, volcanic glass formation, and the interplay between Svecofennian crust and rapakivi granites in southern Finland. Key research areas include analyzing lunar glass beads from Apollo missions, studying regolith composition, and exploring Proterozoic geological systems in the Baltic Sea region. Collaborations involve institutions like Uppsala University and Université de Lausanne, with presentations at international conferences such as Goldschmidt 2023. Salin’s work spans petrology, geochemistry, and geochronology, with a focus on extraterrestrial materials and terrestrial crustal dynamics. Her recent studies include U-Pb dating of volcanic and impact glass beads, and textural analysis of lunar regolith beads. She has conducted fieldwork in Gotland and the Baltic Sea region, contributing to understanding Paleoproterozoic tectonic frameworks. Education background not explicitly stated in provided texts. Active in peer-review for journals like Bulletin of the Geological Society of Finland . Visiting researcher at Uppsala University (June 2023) and Université de Lausanne (July 2023).

Emmanuelle ArnaudView profile

Associate Professor

• Glacial Geology
• Quaternary Geology
• Environmental Geology
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Emmanuelle Arnaud is an Associate Professor and Assistant Dean (Graduate Programs) in the School of Environmental Sciences at the University of Guelph. She holds a PhD in Geology from McMaster University and has expertise in glacial geology, hydrogeology, and environmental geology. Her research focuses on glacial deposits' influence on groundwater systems and paleoclimatic reconstructions of ancient glaciations. Education : PhD in Geology, McMaster University (2002) MSc in Geography, University of British Columbia (1995) B.A. in Physical Geography and History, McMaster University (1991) Research Interests : Dr. Arnaud's work integrates field-based studies of glacial sediments with hydrogeological applications, including groundwater vulnerability assessments, buried bedrock valley dynamics, and Quaternary environmental change. She also explores the impact of glaciation on modern groundwater management and contamination risks. Key Projects : NSERC-funded research on groundwater vulnerability in glaciated regions Advancement of multi-level groundwater monitoring technologies Land conversion impacts on soil and water dynamics in Ontario's Clay Belt Awards : G. P. McRostie Faculty Award (2010) for student mentorship NSERC Discovery Grants and Alliance Grants Teaching & Mentorship : Dr. Arnaud teaches courses in glacial environments, sedimentary geology, and groundwater systems. She emphasizes hands-on fieldwork and professional development, guiding over 30 graduate students. Her mentorship approach prioritizes one-on-one training, career planning via Individual Development Plans (IDPs), and interdisciplinary collaboration through the Morwick G360 Groundwater Research Institute. Labs & Collaborations : Active member of the Morwick G360 Institute, leading projects on groundwater hydrology and glacial geology. Collaborates with municipalities, NGOs, and international agencies like the Geological Survey of Canada.

Cliff ShawView profile

Professor

• Igneous Processes
• Petrology
• Magmatic Systems
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Cliff Shaw is a Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at the University of New Brunswick (UNB), specializing in experimental petrology and igneous processes. His work focuses on mantle xenoliths, magmatic system dynamics, and high-pressure mineral synthesis. He maintains advanced experimental facilities including piston cylinder presses and hydrothermal apparatus. Shaw investigates the kinetics of mineral-melt reactions, the petrology of Quaternary volcanic regions like Germany's West Eifel, and shock metamorphism in meteorites. His research bridges field observations, laboratory experiments, and computational modeling to understand crust-mantle interactions and magma evolution. He holds a PhD and has contributed to global topographical density models (e.g., UNB_TopoDens) for geophysical applications. Education: PhD in Earth Sciences (institution unspecified). Equipment: Includes 2 piston cylinder presses (up to 4 GPa/2000°C), an atmosphere gas mixing oven (up to 1600°C), hydrothermal apparatus (0.3 GPa/850°C), and an ultrahigh-temperature furnace (1750°C). Research Interests: Shaw explores igneous processes through experimental studies of mantle xenoliths, focusing on amphibole breakdown reactions, peridotite-melt interactions, and shock melt formation. His work on the West Eifel Volcanic Field examines volcanic dynamics and mantle heterogeneity. He investigates the origins of magmatic textures, such as sieve structures in xenoliths and peperitic textures in volcanic deposits. Recent studies include modeling magma ascent rates via dehydration signatures and simulating shock melt crystallization in Martian meteorites. Grants & Collaborations: Collaborations with institutions like the University of Munich (D.B. Dingwell) and the University of Orléans (H. Bureau) highlight interdisciplinary projects. His research has advanced methodologies in melt-mineral interaction kinetics and geochemical modeling of mantle processes. Labs/Teams: Leads experimental petrology and geochemistry research groups at UNB, focusing on high-pressure mineral synthesis and melt-rock reaction dynamics.

Philip BallView profile

Research Fellow

• Plate Tectonics
• Rifted Margins
• Petroleum Systems
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Philip Ball is an Honorary Senior Research Fellow in the Department of Geography, Geology and the Environment at Keele University's School of Life Sciences, with dual expertise in academia and industry as a Senior New Ventures Geologist at TOTAL E&P Americas. He holds a PhD in Earth Sciences from Royal Holloway University, an MSc in Basin Evolution, and a BSc in Geology and History from Keele. His research bridges plate tectonics, rifted margins, petroleum systems, and sustainable energy transitions, with focus areas including: Geodynamics of continental rifting Hydrothermal systems and fluid-rock interactions Geothermal resource assessment Low-carbon energy innovation Dr. Ball has contributed to numerous pioneering studies on geothermal potential, natural hydrogen systems, and Red Sea basin evolution. His industry collaborations enhance applied geological solutions for energy transition challenges.

Vernon CormierView profile

Professor

• Solid Earth Geophysics
• Seismic Wavefield Analysis
• Inner Core Dynamics
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Vernon Cormier is a Professor at the University of Connecticut, specializing in solid earth geophysics with a focus on seismic wavefield analysis. His research explores deep Earth structure, inner core dynamics, and mantle phase transitions. He holds a Ph.D. in Geophysics from Columbia University and completed his undergraduate studies at the California Institute of Technology. Education: Ph.D.: Geophysics, Columbia University M.S.: Geophysics, Columbia University B.S.: Geophysics (with honors), California Institute of Technology Research interests include the solidification of the inner core's role in the geodynamo, viscoelastic attenuation in heterogeneous media, and seismic detection of mineral phase changes. His work integrates advanced seismic modeling techniques with observational data to unravel Earth's internal dynamics. He teaches courses such as ERTH 4560/PHYS 4130 (Planetary Science) and ERTH 6530 (Geophysical Inverse Theory). His recent publications (2020–2025) address topics like inner core solidification, mantle phase changes, and crustal heterogeneity. He maintains an active research website at [link].

Tracy FrankView profile

Professor

• Carbonate Sedimentology
• Petrography
• Low Temperature Geochemistry
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Tracy Frank is a Professor and Department Head at the University of Connecticut, specializing in carbonate sedimentology, petrography, low-temperature geochemistry, and paleoclimate studies with a focus on mass extinctions. Her work bridges sedimentological, geochemical, and paleontological approaches to understand Earth's climatic and environmental transitions. Education: Ph.D. in Geology, University of Michigan M.S. in Geology, University of Michigan B.S. in Geology and Music (with distinction), Iowa State University Research Interests: Carbonate sedimentary systems and diagenesis Climate dynamics across mass extinction events (e.g., end-Permian) Glacial-marine sedimentology and Antarctica's glaciomarine deposits Geochemical proxies for paleoenvironmental reconstruction Key Contributions: Tracy Frank has led research on the end-Permian mass extinction's environmental impacts, glacial processes in Antarctica, and the transition from icehouse to greenhouse climates in the late Paleozoic. She co-authored studies on microbial blooms delaying post-extinction recovery and the role of Siberian Traps volcanic activity in atmospheric sulfur aerosol formation. Expeditions & Collaborations: Participated in ANDRILL and IODP Expedition 400, focusing on Antarctic glacial margins and their climatic records.

Lisa Park BoushView profile

Professor

• Paleoclimatology
• Environmental Change
• Ostracod Paleontology
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Lisa Park Boush is a Professor of Geosciences at the University of Connecticut, specializing in paleoclimatology and environmental change. She holds a Ph.D. in Geosciences from the University of Arizona and a B.A. in Geology from The College of Wooster. Her primary research focuses on reconstructing past climate histories through lacustrine and coastal records, with extensive fieldwork in the Bahamas and Lake Tanganyika. She is a key figure in the Lake Tanganyika Drilling Project, aiming to recover an 8-million-year climate record from Africa’s oldest lake. Her work integrates ostracod paleontology, sedimentology, and geochemistry to address questions about anthropogenic and natural environmental shifts. Courses taught include ERTH 5000 (Professional Development) and ERTH 2050W (Earth and Environmental Science Communication). Her research spans topics such as the 'estuary effect'—examining how marine organisms invaded continental ecosystems—hurricane impact on coastal systems, and the Triassic-Jurassic boundary crisis. Recent projects include high-resolution records of Caribbean climate variability and the ecological response of ostracods to lake level changes. She has led NSF-funded initiatives like the Dinodrill Project and collaborates internationally on paleoenvironmental reconstructions. Notably, her work in the Bahamas involves analyzing hurricane-induced sedimentation and prehistoric human adaptation to environmental changes. She also explores taphonomic processes in blue holes and the role of biodiversity conservation through paleoecological baselines. Her lab emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining fieldwork, lab analysis, and computational modeling.

William OuimetView profile

Associate Professor

• Earth System Science
• Erosion Processes
• Landform & Landscape Evolution
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William Ouimet is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography, Sustainability, Community, and Urban Studies Education at the University of Connecticut. He holds a Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2007). Fields of Interest: Earth System Science, Erosion Processes, Landform & Landscape Evolution, Anthropocene Studies, GIS and Remote Sensing. His research focuses on understanding landscape evolution through geomorphic and stratigraphic analyses, particularly in human-impacted environments. Recent work spans the Colorado Front Range, northeastern USA, and Taiwan, integrating field studies with geospatial technologies. Contact: william.ouimet@uconn.edu | Phone: 860-486-3322 | Office: Charles Lewis Beach Hall, Room 242.