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Phillip H. Larson is a Full Professor and Co-Director of the EARTH Systems Laboratory at Minnesota State University, Mankato, with a joint appointment as Graduate Faculty in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. His work bridges geomorphology, climate change, and human-environment interactions through field and laboratory research.
- PhD and MA in Geography from Arizona State University (2013, 2011)
- BS in Geography-Resource Management and Geology from University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire (2008)
Research Interests focus on:
- Climate change impacts on geomorphic systems
- Geoarchaeology of river valleys and sand stringers
- Drainage integration mechanisms in tectonic settings
- Aeolian and periglacial processes in the upper Midwest
- Quantifying erosion rates via OSL and cosmogenic nuclide dating
- Human-river interactions and invasive species management
Publications highlight his expertise in river systems (Salt/Verde Rivers, Chippewa River, Whitewater River), glacial meltwater impacts, and aeolian landforms (cliff-top dunes, sand stringers). Key journals include Geomorphology, Quaternary Research, and Annals of the American Association of Geographers.
Awards include:
- GK Gilbert Award – American Association of Geographers (2016)
- Douglas R. Moore Research Lectureship – Minnesota State University (2022)
He mentors graduate students in field methods, geochronology, and fluvial processes, with 15+ peer-reviewed publications and $3M+ in grants (NSF, Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund). His work often integrates ground-penetrating radar, GIS/GNSS, and remote sensing to address environmental hazards and watershed management.
