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Professor Ian Ferguson is a faculty member in the Department of Earth Sciences at the University of Manitoba, affiliated with the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources. He holds a Ph.D. in Geophysics and B.Sc. (Hons) in Geology/Geophysics from the Australian National University.
His research focuses on electromagnetic methods to study Earth's crust and upper mantle, including tectonic history, groundwater systems, environmental geophysics, archaeological investigations, and carbon sequestration monitoring. Notable projects include magnetotelluric surveys in Canada's Cordillera and Superior Craton, as well as geophysical studies at the Aquistore CO2 sequestration site.
Dr. Ferguson teaches advanced courses such as GEOL 3810 - Applied Geophysics and GEOL 7820 - Environmental Geophysics, emphasizing practical skills in geophysical data analysis and field methodology. His work integrates cutting-edge techniques like deep learning algorithms for geophysical inversion and multidisciplinary approaches in Arctic archaeology.
His publications span over 40 years, addressing diverse topics from continental-scale tectonics to near-surface environmental applications. Collaborations include international projects like the SNORCLE initiative and domestic studies on Canadian geohazards and resource exploration.
