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Dr. Michelle Salmon is a Researcher at the Australian National University (ANU), affiliated with the Research School of Earth Sciences. She specializes in observational geophysics, focusing on seismological and electromagnetic imaging techniques. With a background in civil engineering, she maintains a strong interest in seismic hazard assessment and infrastructure resilience. She leads the Australian Seismometers in Schools network, which combines education, outreach, and research while providing real-time seismic monitoring capabilities.
Dr. Salmon holds a PhD in Geophysics from Victoria University of Wellington and a Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) from the University of Canterbury. Her research explores crustal and upper mantle structures using advanced tomographic methods, contributing to understanding continental dynamics and tectonic evolution in Australia and New Zealand.
Her recent work emphasizes Australian seismic network development, including the AusArray and SWAN projects, to refine lithospheric velocity models and monitor seismic activity. She has published extensively on topics such as fault plane identification, mantle dynamics, and the application of seismic data to address environmental and geological challenges.
Key achievements include advancing FAIR data principles in seismic stewardship and leveraging broadband seismometers for urban noise studies. Her outreach initiatives bridge academia and public engagement, fostering interest in geoscience among students and communities.
