Steve Lund

Steve Lund is a Professor of Earth Sciences at the Department of Earth Sciences, University of Southern California (USC). His work focuses on the Earth's magnetic field variability, paleoclimate correlation using paleomagnetic and rock magnetic tools, and microplate tectonics in the North American Cordillera. He has collaborated extensively with institutions like the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Ocean Drilling Program (ODP), and International Ocean Discovery Program (IODP), particularly through expeditions such as ODP Leg 172 and IODP Expedition 323.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Geophysics, University of Minnesota, 1981
• M.S. in Geophysics, University of Minnesota, 1976
• B.S. in Geology, University of North Dakota, 1972

Research Interests: Steve’s primary research explores geomagnetic field dynamics across time scales, including secular variation patterns, field excursions, and reversal sequences. He emphasizes the use of paleomagnetic and rock magnetic data to refine chronostratigraphic frameworks for paleoclimatic studies. His work integrates time-series analysis and microplate tectonics to address continental and oceanographic environmental changes. He has pioneered methods to correlate sediment sequences globally using geomagnetic field features, particularly in arid regions like the Mojave Desert and Bering Sea.

Publications Trends: Lund’s recent articles emphasize high-resolution paleomagnetic studies of deep-sea sediments and lake cores, focusing on MIS stratigraphy and geomagnetic excursions. His work bridges Quaternary climate variability and core-based dating techniques, with a regional focus on California, Nevada, and the Pacific margins. Collaborations with multidisciplinary teams (e.g., on IODP/ODP expeditions) highlight his methodological innovation and global data integration.

Awards & Grants: While no explicit awards are listed, his sustained contributions to paleomagnetic field analysis and climate studies reflect recognition in the scientific community. He has led or co-led major drilling initiatives (e.g., IODP 323) and U.S. Geological Survey projects, securing grants for long-term sedimentary and geochemical investigations.

Labs & Teams: Lund collaborates with the USC Department of Earth Sciences and external agencies like the IODP and USGS. His research leverages core repositories and field campaigns, emphasizing spatial-temporal analysis of geomagnetic and climatic records across North America and the Pacific.