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Amy Moser is an Assistant Professor of Geosciences at Hamilton College (appointed 2025), specializing in deciphering Earth's tectonic history through rock and mineral analysis. Her research integrates field studies, high-pressure experiments, and advanced laboratory techniques including electron microscopy and mass spectrometry to investigate lithospheric deformation processes across geological timescales.
Education:
- Ph.D., University of California, Santa Barbara
- M.Sc., Utah State University
- B.A., Franklin and Marshall College
Research Focus: Moser's work centers on geochronology and petrotectonics, particularly using titanite U-Pb dating to constrain deformation timing in shear zones. Her methodologies bridge nano-scale microstructural analysis with orogen-scale tectonic processes, with significant fieldwork in the Italian Alps and American Cordillera. She actively develops experimental protocols for dating ductile deformation through high-P/T apparatus.
Publication Trends: Recent publications (2022-2024) demonstrate a cohesive research trajectory focused on crustal evolution and deformation mechanisms. Key themes include continental crust assembly (Ivrea-Verbano Zone), subduction interface dynamics (Catalina Schist), and Laramide orogeny constraints, consistently employing petrochronological approaches to resolve timing-temperature-deformation relationships.
Scientific Recognition:
- NSF-EAR Postdoctoral Fellowship (2023-2024)
Professional Commitment: As a dedicated educator, Moser teaches Earth Materials and champions JEDI principles in geoscience through curriculum development and inclusive mentoring practices. Her grant portfolio includes NSF funding for experimental deformation studies.
Research Infrastructure: Moser operates within the MIT Experimental Rock Deformation Lab, utilizing specialized equipment for simulating crustal conditions. Her collaborative network spans the University of Wisconsin-Madison, UC Santa Barbara, and international field sites in Italy and California.
