Alexandra Hatem

Alexandra (Alex) Hatem is a Research Geologist at the U.S. Geological Survey's Geologic Hazards Science Center. Her work focuses on active fault behavior, incorporating paleoseismology, slip rate studies, and hazard modeling to improve seismic risk assessments.

• PhD: University of Southern California (2019)
• MS: University of Massachusetts, Amherst (2014)
• BA: Wellesley College (2012)

Key research areas include:

• Characterizing fault system evolution across spatial-temporal scales
• Integrating geological constraints into national seismic hazard models
• Multi-method analysis (topographic, numerical, tectonic)

Scientific Awards:

• Mendenhall post-doctoral fellowship (2019-2020)