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Dr. Laura Evenstar is an Associate Professor at the University of Plymouth's School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences (part of the Faculty of Science and Engineering). Her research focuses on the interaction between climate and tectonics in arid regions like the Atacama Desert, Helmand Province, and the southwestern U.S., with a particular emphasis on critical metals essential for the energy transition. She previously held positions at the University of Brighton (2019–2024) and worked as a Senior Research Associate and Senior Teaching Associate at the University of Bristol, leading BHP Mining-funded research on landscape evolution in northern Chile. Her PhD from the University of Aberdeen and BSc from the University of Leeds underpin her expertise in geomorphology and sedimentology.
Her work integrates field observations, geochronology, and remote sensing to explore topics such as porphyry copper deposits, supergene enrichment, and the coevolution of life and landscape in hyperarid environments. Key projects include investigations into the Central Andes' tectonic uplift and the influence of salt diapirs on sedimentation. Her research has been supported by industry consortia and governmental grants, emphasizing applied geoscience for resource exploration and environmental understanding.
Dr. Evenstar's scientific contributions span over 15 years, with publications addressing landscape evolution, mineral formation, and paleoenvironmental reconstruction. While no specific awards are listed, her work reflects interdisciplinary engagement with global challenges like sustainable resource extraction and climate change adaptation. She collaborates across academic and industrial sectors, contributing to both theoretical advancements and practical applications in geomorphology and economic geology.
