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Dr. Mike Cassidy is an Associate Professor in Volcanology and Petrology at the University of Birmingham's School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences. He leads the Global Environmental Change and Sustainability Degree program and teaches modules in Geology and Environmental Science. His research focuses on volcanic explosivity, eruption forecasting, and mitigating impacts of large eruptions, using machine learning and experimental petrology.
Education:
- PhD, University of Southampton (2012)
- MSc Volcanology, University of Lancaster (2008)
- BSc Geology, University of Bristol (2006)
Research Interests: Mike investigates physio-chemical controls on volcanic eruptions, with a focus on magma volatility, overpressure, and eruption dynamics. He applies cross-disciplinary methods like machine learning and petrology to improve forecasting and disaster preparedness. Recent work includes studies on the 2018 Anak Krakatau collapse and Tambora’s climatic impacts. He advocates for global volcanic risk mitigation strategies and ethical geoengineering practices.
Professional Roles: Editorial board member for Geology (ITB), NERC Peer Review College, and founder of the VMSG Postdoctoral Keynote Award. He established collaborations with Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB) and led efforts to abolish Oxford University’s graduate application fee.
Advising & Grants: Supervised PhD students at Oxford and Birmingham. Active in funding initiatives for volcanic research and international collaborations. His work bridges academia and policy, emphasizing real-world applications of scientific research.
Labs & Teams: Collaborates with global institutions on volcanic hazard assessments and geoengineering ethics. Leads fieldwork in Indonesia, Iceland, Chile, Mexico, and the West Indies.
