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Lawrence Amy is an Assistant Professor and Lecturer in the School of Earth Sciences at University College Dublin. His research focuses on sediment transport processes, submarine channel dynamics, and sedimentology in deep-water environments. He holds a PhD in Deepwater Sedimentology from the University of Leeds and has extensive industry experience in Saudi Arabia and Ireland. His work combines field observations, numerical modeling, and experimental studies to understand turbidity currents, debris flows, and stratigraphic trap formation.
Education:
- BSc in Geology, University of Leeds
- PhD in Deepwater Sedimentology, University of Leeds
Research Interests: Sediment transport mechanics, submarine channel sinuosity, turbidite systems, planetary sedimentology (e.g., Mars/Titan), seismic interpretation of subsurface structures, and stratigraphic trap prediction. His recent studies explore the role of Coriolis forces on submarine channel sinuosity and the dynamics of slow-moving subaqueous landslides.
Publications: Recent articles focus on sediment equilibrium models, hybrid flow deposits, and the application of numerical simulations to predict sand bypass in submarine systems. His work bridges Earth and planetary sciences, with studies on suspended-load-dominated flows under reduced gravity conditions.
Awards/Grants: Not explicitly listed in provided texts. Likely tied to research grants from UCD or industry partners given his industry collaborations.
Teaching: Coordinates courses in sedimentology, basin analysis, seismic interpretation, and geomodelling using Petrel software. Involves field geology and 3D mapping modules for undergraduate and graduate students.
Labs/Teams: Associated with UCD’s Earth Sciences research groups, particularly those focusing on subsurface characterization and marine geohazards. Serves as an Associated Editor for Sedimentology journal.
