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Dr. Desmond Moser is a Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at Western University, specializing in solid Earth and planetary science. He leads the Zircon and Accessory Phase Laboratory (ZAPLab), focusing on microstructural geochronology to study planetary crust evolution. His research integrates fieldwork, petrography, and advanced techniques like atom probe tomography to analyze impact events and crustal formation. Moser holds a Ph.D. from Queen's University (1993) and has advised numerous graduate students. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, including Indigenous perspectives in land stewardship.
Research interests include impact cratering, zircon analysis, Martian and lunar geology, and mineral deposits. Notable projects involve dating Martian meteorites and lunar impact basins, with contributions to understanding early planetary habitability. Recent articles explore lunar evolution, Martian hydrothermal activity, and the geochemistry of impact melt breccias. Moser teaches courses on metamorphic petrology and advanced field mapping, emphasizing practical skills for students.
Labs and facilities include the ZAPLab and the Hutchinson Geoscience Collaborative Suite, which house globally significant collections. His work bridges fundamental geology with applied mineral exploration, addressing questions about Earth's and other planetary bodies' histories.
