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Richard Palin is an Associate Professor of Petrology at the University of Oxford, affiliated with St Peter's College, and serves as a Tutor. He completed his DPhil (PhD) in Earth Sciences at Oxford in 2013, focusing on the Himalayan Range and Tibetan Plateau. His career includes roles at the Institute of Geosciences, JGU Mainz, and the Colorado School of Mines before returning to Oxford in 2020.
His research integrates metamorphic petrology with geochemistry and structural geology, emphasizing fluid-rock interactions, early Earth evolution, and planetary geology (e.g., Mars, Moon, 4-Vesta). Key regional studies include the Himalayan-Tibetan orogen, UK geological sites (e.g., Assynt, Lizard Complex), and collaborations across China, Greenland, and Australia.
Teaching includes undergraduate fieldtrips to Assynt and courses like Natural Resources, Plate Tectonics, and Metamorphic Petrology. He actively explores lithium and tin-rich magmas, subduction zone dynamics, and crustal evolution. His work on lunar magma oceans and Martian metamorphism bridges planetary and terrestrial studies.
Advising and grants are not explicitly detailed, but his fieldwork spans global geologic provinces. A self-described 'Minecraft nerd,' he maintains a YouTube channel (Doctorrokk) showcasing his hobby.
