Falk C Amelung

Falk C Amelung is a Professor at the University of Miami's Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science. His research focuses on crustal deformation processes using satellite Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar (InSAR), particularly studying active volcanoes, tectonic activity, glacial isostatic adjustment, and anthropogenic land subsidence. His work addresses volcanic hazards, groundwater management, and coastal subsidence, supported by grants from NASA, NSF, USGS, and DOE. He directs the University of Miami Geodesy Laboratory, advancing applications of InSAR in volcanic and tectonic monitoring.

Research interests include deformation mechanisms at volcanoes like Galápagos, Anak Krakatau, and Kīlauea, as well as subsidence in regions like Delhi and Miami. He explores interactions between climate change, rainfall, and volcanic activity, and develops methods for improving InSAR data analysis. His team collaborates on global geohazard monitoring through initiatives like the Supersites Network.

Publications highlight InSAR’s role in detecting magma movements, fault slip, and aquifer dynamics. Ongoing projects focus on optimizing deformation models and mitigating geohazards through integrated geodetic approaches. The lab also provides open-access data tools and participates in disaster-risk reduction efforts globally.