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Shuhei Ono is the Schlumberger Professor of Earth Sciences and current Chair of the Program in Geology, Geochemistry, and Geobiology (PGGG) at MIT's Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences (EAPS), where he has been faculty since 2007.
His academic background includes:
- BSc in Geology from Waseda University, Tokyo
- PhD in Geochemistry from Pennsylvania State University (2001)
- Postdoctoral research at the Geophysical Laboratory of Carnegie Institution of Washington
Professor Ono's research leverages stable isotope geochemistry to investigate microbial catalysis of chemical reactions shaping Earth's atmosphere and oceans. His laboratory pioneered sulfur isotope studies of early atmospheric oxygen evolution and developed novel methane origin-tracking methods applicable to climate science and extraterrestrial biosignature detection. His integrative approach combines theoretical modeling, experimental work, and observational studies across diverse geochemical contexts.
His major recognitions include:
- Teaching with Digital Technology Award, MIT Open Learning (2022)
- Paul Gast Lectureship, European Association of Geochemistry (2017)
- Top-50 most cited articles, Geochimica Cosmochimica Acta (2011)
- Kerr-McKee Career Development Professorship Chair, MIT (2001)
- Jubilee Medal, Geological Society of South Africa (2006)
He leads the Ono laboratory for stable isotope geochemistry, focusing on microbial geochemical processes in Earth's history and modern environments. Information regarding student advising and research grants was not provided in source materials.
