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Wouter Pieter SchellartView profile

Professor

• Geodynamics
• Subduction Zones
• Plate Tectonics
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Wouter Pieter Schellart is a Full Professor of Geodynamics and Tectonics at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam's Earth Sciences department. He leads the Geodynamics and Tectonics research group, focusing on subduction zones, plate tectonics, and natural hazards like giant earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. His work integrates laboratory and numerical modeling with global data analysis to understand mantle dynamics and crustal deformation. Affiliations: Faculty of Science, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam Research Interests: Subduction zone evolution, mountain building, geohazards, and geothermal energy solutions Labs: Kuenen-Escher Geodynamics Lab (KEG Lab), unique for tomographic PIV techniques Research highlights include studies on the 1755 Lisbon earthquake's tectonic origins, subduction-induced mantle flow patterns, and the dynamics of the Andes and Himalaya. Funded by NWO and ARC grants, his work bridges geodynamic modeling with real-world seismic and volcanic hazards. Key awards include the Anton Hales Medal (2013) and Vici Fellowship (2017–2023). He teaches advanced geodynamics and tectonics courses, and his lab investigates subduction processes using low Reynolds number fluid mechanics experiments.

Lev A. SviridovView profile

Assistant Professor

• Inorganic Chemistry
• Materials Science
• Electrochemistry
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Lev A. Sviridov serves as Director of the Macaulay Honors College at Hunter College since 2014 and holds the rank of Assistant Professor of Chemistry. He is affiliated with CUNY’s Energy Institute and previously worked as a Senior Research Associate at the University of Oxford. His expertise spans inorganic chemistry, materials science, and geological processes. Education: D.Phil. in Inorganic Chemistry (University of Oxford), B.S. (City College) Research Interests: Electrochemistry for energy storage, battery materials development, igneous processes in continental dynamics, and geologic mapping of volcanic formations. His publications focus on battery cathode design, in situ material analysis, and geologic studies of Pangaea-related igneous activity. Presentations include work on manganese oxides in batteries and stratigraphic analysis of basalt flows. He actively collaborates on interdisciplinary projects merging chemistry, materials science, and geology.

• Mammalian Palaeontology
• Hominin Palaeoecology
• Computational Approaches in Archaeology
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Dr. Sally Reynolds is an Associate Professor at Bournemouth University , specializing in mammalian palaeontology with a focus on hominin palaeoecology. Born in South Africa, she has conducted extensive global research on Pleistocene environments and human evolution.

Randall KellerView profile

Lecturer

• Marine Geology
• Igneous Geochemistry
• Mantle Plumes
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Randall (Randy) Keller is an Instructor at Oregon State University's College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences (CEOAS). His research focuses on marine geology, igneous geochemistry, and the chemical geodynamics of mantle plumes and subduction zones. He holds a BS in Geology from the University of Florida (1985), followed by an MS (1989) and PhD (1996) in Marine Geology from Oregon State University. His teaching includes courses such as GEO 101: The Solid Earth, GEO 103: Introduction to Oceanography (online), and GEO 305: Living with Active Cascades Volcanoes. His research spans over three decades, with publications from 1996 to 2024, emphasizing Antarctic Peninsula geology, seamount volcanology, and diamond genesis. Recent work examines volcanic interactions in back-arc basins and mantle processes beneath subduction zones. No scientific awards are explicitly listed, though his extensive publication record reflects significant contributions to marine geology and geochemistry. He has advised no formally listed students, but his courses suggest involvement in graduate instruction. His affiliation with CEOAS likely connects him to analytical facilities and research vessels like the R/V Elakha, though specifics are not detailed here.

• Quaternary Geology
• Geomorphology
• Permafrost and Rock Glaciers
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Luc Braillard is a Lecturer in the Department of Geosciences at the University of Fribourg's Faculty of Science and Medicine. His work bridges geological and archaeological research, focusing on Quaternary processes, rock glacier dynamics, and human-environment interactions in Alpine and Jura regions. Primary Affiliation: Department of Geosciences, University of Fribourg Research Themes: Paleoenvironmental reconstruction, periglacial geomorphology, rock shelter archaeology His research integrates sedimentological, micromorphological, and tectonic analyses to study long-term landscape evolution. Recent work examines climate change impacts on xerothermic ecosystems and sediment cascades in high Alpine regions. Publications span from 2000 to 2024, with a 2024 Global Change Biology paper on cliff-edge forests as climate change models. Key methodologies include automatic camera monitoring of rock glaciers (2018), multi-method permafrost ridge analysis (2022), and lichenometry/geochronology for reconstructing postglacial landscape transitions (2020). Collaborative projects involve cross-border Swiss/French teams studying sediment dynamics in Molasse Basin contexts.

• Sedimentary Petrology
• Himalayan Geology
• Sedimentology
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Eduardo Garzanti, a Professor in Stratigraphy and Sedimentology at the University of Milano-Bicocca since 2001, is a leading scholar in Himalayan and Alpine geology. His career spans over three decades, with previous roles as Associate Professor (2000-2001) and Lecturer (1992-2000) at the University of Milano-Città Studi. Specializations: Sedimentary petrology, Himalayan geology, tectonic reconstructions, and sediment flux analysis in major rivers (Indus, Ganga, Brahmaputra, Po, Nile). Key Contributions: Pioneered provenance models through detrital analysis, participated in Himalayan expeditions (1981-2012), and co-proposed the Indus Turbidite Fan project for IODP. Publications: 150+ articles in peer-reviewed journals, with an H-index of 32 and over 3491 citations. His research bridges sedimentology with tectonic evolution, focusing on orogenic systems and their sedimentary records. Scientific Recognition: Giorgio Dal Piaz Award (Italian Geological Society, 1988) Ranked among the top 5 Italian scientists in Earth Sciences (H-index 32, citations 3491)

• Planetology
• Underground laboratories
• Seismic hazard and risk analysis
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Domenico Giardini is a Professor of Seismology and Geodynamics at ETH Zurich since 1997. He previously held roles including Associate Professor at the University of Rome III, Director of the Swiss Seismological Service (until 2011), and President of the Italian National Institute of Geophysics. He currently leads the Swiss Competence Center for Energy Research – Supply of Electricity (SCCER-SoE) and has directed initiatives in seismic risk assessment and research infrastructure development. Doctorate in Physics, University of Bologna (1987) Postdoctoral Fellowship, Harvard University (1982-1986) His research spans seismology, geodynamics, planetology, and gravitational wave detection, focusing on seismic hazard modeling, planetary interiors, and induced seismicity. He pioneered the use of seismic networks for hazard assessment and contributed to Mars geophysics through NASA's InSight mission. Key scientific awards include Presidency of the European Seismological Commission, Chairmanship of the Federation of Digital Seismograph Networks, and Honorary Fellowship at the Royal Astronomical Society. He has advised 65 PhD students at ETH Zurich and coordinated international projects for the UN, ESA, and NASA.

Claudio ChiarabbaView profile

Professor

• Seismology
• Geodynamics
• Volcanology
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Claudio Chiarabba is a Director of Research at the Istituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia (INGV) in Rome since 2000, and previously served as a contract Professor of Physics of the Solid Earth at the University of Rome (2003-2013). He holds a PhD in Geophysics (1993) and a degree in Geologic Science (1989) from the University of Rome. Research Interests: His work spans seismology, geodynamics, volcanology, and tectonics, with a focus on anthropogenic seismicity and subduction processes in the Mediterranean region. He has investigated induced seismicity in Italy (e.g., Val d’Agri, Emilia-Romagna) and contributed to offshore safety projects. Grants: He has secured significant funding, including the EUR 1M INGV-MISE project (2015-2016) for offshore seismic safety and EUR 200K for CCS monitoring in Sulcis. His research often involves collaboration with institutions like ENI and the Ministry of Economic Development (MISE). Leadership: He served as Director of the Earthquake Department (2013-2016) and advises on monitoring industrial activities for seismic risk mitigation in Emilia-Romagna and nationally.

Matt TelferView profile

Associate Professor

• Geomorphology
• Geochronology
• Environmental Change
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Matt Telfer is an Associate Professor in Physical Geography at the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Plymouth. He leads undergraduate and postgraduate modules, including Desert Environments (GGP3206), Fieldwork in Geography (GGX2204), and Advanced Fieldwork in Geography (GGP3201). His research focuses on geomorphology, geochronology, and environmental change in dryland systems, with cross-planetary applications to Martian landscapes. Key research areas include aeolian dune dynamics, fluvial terrace formation, and climate-tectonic interactions. He applies optically stimulated luminescence (OSL) dating to reconstruct landscape evolution in regions such as the Kalahari Desert, Atlas Mountains, and Sputnik Planitia (Pluto). His work contributes to understanding global environmental change and planetary surface processes. Contact: matt.telfer@plymouth.ac.uk , A527 Portland Square, Plymouth, PL4 8AA.

• Sedimentology
• Stratigraphy
• Carbonate Petrology
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Dr. George Dix is a Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at Carleton University, affiliated with the Ottawa-Carleton Geoscience Centre. His research focuses on carbonate sedimentology, stratigraphy, and tectonics, with a particular emphasis on understanding depositional processes, diagenetic histories, and tectonic influences on sedimentary systems. His work spans Ordovician to Neoproterozoic intervals, often integrating field observations, geochemical analyses, and geochronological data. Key research themes include the evolution of carbonate platforms and foreland basins, particularly in the Ottawa Embayment and Arctic Canada. He has contributed significantly to studies of carbonate facies analysis, sequence stratigraphy, and the role of hydrothermal fluid flow in diagenetic processes. His publications frequently address the interplay between tectonic activity and sedimentation, such as the impact of the Taconic orogeny on Ordovician successions. Dr. Dix’s recent work highlights innovative applications of isotopic stratigraphy (e.g., δ13C) and U-Pb geochronology to refine chronostratigraphic frameworks. His research also explores the hydrochemical signatures of mantle plumes and their influence on bedrock structures in the Ottawa-Bonnechere Graben. Publications since 2018 reveal a continued focus on Late Ordovician platform dynamics, mixed-sediment systems, and the integration of lithostratigraphy with tectonic interpretations. Earlier work (e.g., 2014) extends to Neoproterozoic carbonate ramps and Patagonian Oligocene-Miocene platforms, underscoring his expertise in diverse temporal and geographical contexts. Despite the breadth of his research, Dr. Dix’s work consistently emphasizes the application of detailed field data to solve large-scale geological questions, bridging sedimentology, stratigraphy, and tectonics.

Kenneth W. SimsView profile

Professor

• Isotope Geochemistry
• Volcanology
• Petrology
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Dr. Kenneth W. Sims is a Professor in the Department of Geology and Geophysics at the University of Wyoming. His research focuses on isotope geochemistry, volcanology, and magmatic processes, with a particular emphasis on using U-series disequilibria and radiogenic isotopes to investigate Earth and planetary processes. He has conducted fieldwork globally, including in Antarctica, Nicaragua, Congo, and Hawaii, and has led expeditions to volcanoes like Masaya and Nyiragongo. His educational background includes a B.A. from Colorado College, an M.Sc. from the University of New Mexico, and a Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley. Research interests include the evolution of volcanic systems, magma genesis and degassing, and isotopic dating of igneous and sedimentary rocks. He teaches courses such as Isotope Geology and Volcanology. Sims has received funding from the National Science Foundation, Department of Energy, and National Geographic, with grants totaling over $2 million. His work has been featured in National Geographic, New Scientist, and Oceanus, and he collaborates with media to communicate science to the public. Current graduate students include Caroline Lo Re’ Brewer, Sean Scott, and Erin Phillips-Writer. Notable expeditions include climbing and scientific missions in the Andes, Alaska, and Antarctica. His outreach includes lectures for schools and senior groups, and he mentors students in fieldwork and public engagement.

Giusy LavecchiaView profile

Professor

• Structural Geology
• Tectonics
• Geodynamics
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Giusy Lavecchia is a Full Professor in Structural Geology at Ud'A University, Chieti Scalo, Italy. She holds a Laurea cum laude in Geological Sciences from the University of Naples (1977) and has held multiple academic and administrative roles, including Head of the Laboratory of Geodynamics and Seismogenesis (1997–2011) and Vice-head of the Department of Psychology, Health and Territory (2014–2017). Her research focuses on structural geology, tectonics, seismotectonics, and magmatism, with a strong emphasis on 3D fault modeling and seismic hazard analysis. She has authored ~100 peer-reviewed papers, with an h-index of 21 and 1,800+ citations (SCOPUS, 2017). Notable contributions include pioneering studies on the Apennines' structural style and seismotectonic zoning. Her work integrates field geology, seismic data, and GIS tools to understand active deformation processes. Awards include a CNR scholarship (1978) and a NATO grant (1984). Her recent projects include synthesizing Quaternary fault data into 3D models for hazard assessments and exploring triggered seismicity mechanisms. She has supervised numerous graduate students and contributed to national seismic risk committees.

John Peter Merryman BoncoriView profile

Professor

• Remote Sensing
• Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR)
• Glaciology
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John Peter Merryman Boncori serves as Head of Microwaves and Remote Sensing at the Department of Space Research and Technology, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His research directly contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through advanced Earth observation techniques. His research spans Remote Sensing , Synthetic Aperture Radar , and Glaciology , with specific expertise in InSAR processing for tectonic monitoring and ice sheet dynamics. Key focus areas include: Greenland Ice Sheet velocity measurement using SAR Multi-scale analysis of active fault systems in Italy Validation of ground motion services using GNSS Subglacial hydrology modeling in polar regions Dr. Boncori actively supervises PhD research in critical areas: Crowd counting via remote sensing (CroCo project) Field-scale soil moisture mapping InSAR error characterization Ship tracking with iceberg discrimination Ice velocity retrieval using TOPS-mode SAR He leads the Microwaves and Remote Sensing group at DTU Space, developing advanced methodologies for radar interferometry and satellite-based deformation monitoring. His team maintains strong international collaborations across Europe for Earth observation projects, with particular emphasis on cryosphere and tectonic applications.

Christopher SheehanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Geomorphology
• Surface Processes
• Landscape Evolution
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Christopher Sheehan is a full-time Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Geosciences at the University of Dayton's College of Arts and Sciences. He specializes in geomorphology, surface processes, and landscape evolution. Education: Ph.D. in Geology, University of Cincinnati (2021) M.S. in Geology, University of Cincinnati B.S. in Geology, Northern Arizona University His research focuses on understanding Earth's surface changes over millions of years due to tectonics and climate, and predicting future impacts from human activities. He employs fieldwork (surface mapping, erosion monitoring), laboratory techniques (cosmogenic nuclide dating), and numerical modeling (landscape evolution). Recent publications highlight his work on autogenic fluvial transience in layered rock systems, escarpment dynamics in strike valleys, and Pleistocene talus formation processes. These studies intersect geomorphology, sedimentology, and climate science. At Dayton, he teaches courses in Dynamic Earth (SCI-210) and Geomorphology (GEO-307), integrating field and modeling methodologies into his pedagogy.

Dimitrios KantzosView profile

Professor

• Signal Processing
• Pattern Recognition
• Machine Learning
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Dimitrios Kantzos is Professor at University of West Attica's Department of Industrial Design and Production Engineering. His research centers on signal processing applications for environmental monitoring, biomedical systems, and seismic forecasting. Holds a PhD from University of Southern California with prior research funded by NASA and US Army. Key research domains include pattern recognition algorithms for earthquake precursor detection, machine learning approaches to air pollution analysis, and fractal characterization of environmental time-series data. Recent work focuses on multifractal techniques for seismic risk assessment. Publications demonstrate strong methodological focus on Detrended Fluctuation Analysis (DFA) and Multifractal DFA (MFDFA) applied to geophysical and environmental datasets. Article themes cluster around signal processing innovations for natural hazard prediction. No awards, supervised students, or laboratory affiliations are documented.