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Gene Yogodzinski is a Professor and Director of the School of the Earth, Ocean & Environment at the University of South Carolina, affiliated with the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on volcanology, geochemistry, and tectonics, particularly the interplay between subduction processes and magma generation. He leads studies on subduction-related igneous systems, with emphasis on trace element/isotope geochemistry and field-based investigations.
Key research themes include:
- Mechanisms controlling subduction zone magmatism
- Evolution of the Izu-Bonin-Mariana and Aleutian arcs
- Role of slab-derived materials in arc magmas
- Forearc mantle processes and xenolith analysis
Recent work highlights subduction initiation processes through IODP drilling projects, with significant contributions to understanding mantle sources and fluid dynamics in arcs. Over 40 peer-reviewed articles document his research, emphasizing isotopic tracers (Os, Ba, Tl) and petrological approaches. His work bridges geochemical signatures with tectonic frameworks to explain continental crust formation through arc magmatism.
Professional roles include directing a multi-departmental school with 50+ faculty and 500+ students. Technical expertise includes field volcanology, microanalytical techniques (ion probe), and collaborative international expeditions to Kamchatka, Aleutians, and Ecuador.
