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Jo Laird is an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at the University of New Hampshire (UNH). She holds a Ph.D. in Geology/Earth Science from the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) and a B.A. in Earth Sciences from the University of California, San Diego. Her research focuses on petrology, particularly the metamorphic processes of mafic rocks in subduction zones and orogenic belts.
Her work emphasizes the Vermont Appalachians and the Taconian orogeny, analyzing geochemical and isotopic data to unravel tectonic histories. Key contributions include studies on ultramafic slivers, subduction zone dynamics, and metamorphic phase equilibria. Dr. Laird teaches courses such as ESCI 512 (Principles of Mineralogy) and ESCI 726 (Igneous/Metamorphic Petrology), reflecting her expertise in mineral and rock analysis.
Publications highlight regional comparisons of Iapetan basalts, subduction zone geochemistry, and structural correlations between Vermont and Quebec. Her research bridges field observations, laboratory analysis, and theoretical modeling to address broader geodynamic questions. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, though her extensive publication record underscores her scholarly impact.
Dr. Laird’s advising and grants are not detailed here, but her involvement in student research programs (e.g., INCO 590) suggests mentorship in field and lab-based studies. Her office is located in James Hall, Room 238, Durham, NH.
