جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

John F. Rudgeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geophysics
• Geochemistry
• Petrology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

John F. Rudge is a Professor of Geodynamics at the Bullard Laboratories, Department of Earth Sciences, University of Cambridge , and a Fellow and Dean of Trinity College. His research focuses on the dynamics of Earth's interior, including mantle convection, magma transport, and the geochemical evolution of the planet. He employs continuum mechanics, numerical analysis, and statistical methods to address questions about melt dynamics, mantle heterogeneity, and the surface expressions of geophysical processes. Education includes a mathematics undergraduate degree and a PhD in Earth Sciences and Applied Mathematics from Cambridge. He held postdoctoral positions at institutions like ETH Zürich, Yale, and Columbia University before joining Cambridge as a University Lecturer in 2010 and being promoted to Professor in 2022. Key research areas include: Transport of melts and volatiles in the mantle Evolution of Earth's interior from accretion to present Dynamic topography and inner core dynamics Publications span over two decades, with recent works addressing melt rheology, mantle mineralogy, and interdisciplinary applications in oncology. He has supervised numerous PhD students and postdocs, including David Rees Jones, Isarapong Eksinchol, and Laura Alisic. Awards include the Philip Leverhulme Prize and Geological Society President’s Award. Teaching responsibilities include courses on geophysics, magma dynamics, and supervisions in Natural Sciences at Trinity College. Research tools include finite element modeling and collaborations with computational scientists.

Oliver Shorttleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Extrasolar Planets
• Geochemical Cycling
• Planetary Evolution
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Oliver Shorttle is a Professor of Natural Philosophy at the University of Cambridge, holding a joint position between the Department of Earth Sciences and the Institute of Astronomy. His research focuses on planetary evolution, extrasolar planets, and geochemical cycling, integrating geological and astronomical perspectives. He explores topics such as exoplanet habitability, volcanic processes on distant worlds, and the role of volatiles in planetary systems. Education and Career: Shorttle earned his undergraduate degree in Natural Sciences from Cambridge, followed by a PhD in Earth Sciences. He held postdoctoral positions at Caltech and as a JSPS fellow in Japan before returning to Cambridge as faculty. Research Themes: His work spans planetary chemistry, magma dynamics, and the interplay between planetary interiors and atmospheres. Key projects include analyzing protoplanetary disks, simulating volcanic activity on exoplanets, and investigating phosphorus’s role in prebiotic chemistry. Collaborations: Leads the Planetary Chemistry group, collaborating across disciplines at Cambridge and internationally. Current projects involve modeling exoplanet atmospheres, studying mantle melting processes, and developing geochemical methods to probe planetary formation. Labs/Teams: Directs the Planetary Chemistry research group, fostering interdisciplinary research between geology and astronomy. Active in fieldwork, lab analysis, and computational modeling.

Göran Ekströmمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geophysics
• Seismology
• Earthquake Physics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Göran Ekström is the Newberry Professor of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory. He holds joint affiliations with the School of Earth and Environmental Sciences and the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences. Previously, he was a professor at Harvard University (1990–2006) before moving to Columbia. His research focuses on seismic wave analysis, earthquake mechanics, and environmental geophysics with notable contributions to understanding glacial earthquakes, volcanic processes, and nuclear explosion monitoring. Education: B.S. in Physics (Swarthmore College, 1981), Ph.D. in Geophysics (Harvard University, 1987). Postbaccalaureate studies at Moscow State University and postdoctoral work at Columbia University. He has served as chair of major organizations like the Incorporated Research Institutions for Seismology and EarthScope Steering Committee. Research interests span seismology, tectonophysics, and environmental geology. Notable achievements include discovering glacial earthquakes linked to Greenland ice dynamics and developing the Global Centroid Moment Tensor Project. His work integrates seismic data from global networks to study Earth’s interior structure and tectonic processes. Awards include the Beno Gutenberg Medal (2015) and election to the U.S. National Academy of Sciences (2019). He advises on geohazard monitoring and collaborates with international agencies for seismic treaty verification. Current projects include studies of mantle dynamics using surface-wave tomography and analysis of geophysical signals from extreme events like landslides and volcanic eruptions.

• Seismology
• Geophysics
• Antarctic Ice Sheet Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Thanh-Son Pham is an ARC DECRA Research Fellow in the Geophysics Department at The Australian National University’s Research School of Earth Sciences. His research focuses on using seismic waves to study Earth’s interior structures, from polar ice sheets to the inner core. He has pioneered methods like teleseismic P-wave coda autocorrelation and coda correlation wavefield analysis, leading to breakthroughs such as detecting J-waves in the inner core and identifying an innermost inner core layer. His work has been featured in Science , Nature Communications , and international media. He holds a PhD from ANU (2019) and has supervised research projects on Antarctic seismology and earthquake source physics. Awards include the 2024 Zatman lectureship from SEDI. Current projects include probing Antarctic ice sheets via correlation seismology and advancing machine learning tools for deep Earth studies. Education: PhD in Geophysics (ANU, 2019), Graduate Diploma in Earth System Physics (ICTP, 2015), BSc in Applied Mathematics (Hanoi University, 2013) Research interests span seismic source inversion, Antarctic ice dynamics, and inner core anisotropy. His 2024 articles address Hunga Tonga eruption mechanics and PKIKP wave analysis using deep learning. Media highlights include BBC, NYT, and ANU press releases.

Daphne Lemasquerierمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Planetary Fluid Dynamics
• Atmospheric Dynamics of Gas Giants
• Ocean Dynamics of Icy Moons
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Daphne Lemasquerier is a Lecturer in Fluid Dynamics at the School of Mathematics and Statistics, University of St Andrews, and holds a UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship (£1.4M) since November 2024. Her research combines experimental , numerical , and theoretical approaches to planetary fluid dynamics, with a focus on gas giants and icy moons. Current Roles: Lecturer, UKRI Future Leaders Fellow Research Themes: Jupiter's atmospheric coupling, Europa/Saturnian moons' ocean dynamics, rotating turbulent flows Research Expertise spans: Experimental modeling of zonal jets and polar cyclones Direct numerical simulations of rotating convection Application of fluid dynamics to planetary science Interdisciplinary work bridging geophysics and astrophysics Scientific Recognition: Andreas Acrivos Dissertation Award (2022) Donald L. Turcotte Award (AGU, 2022) L'Oreal-UNESCO International Rising Talents (2022) L'Oreal-UNESCO French Young Talents (2021) Milton van Dyke Award (2019) Collaborative Networks: Carnegie Trust-funded experimental setup (2023), Royal Society Research Grant (2024), partnership with NERC’s National Centre for Atmospheric Science (2024), and international collaborations with UTIG, IRPHE, and Spinlab (UCLA).

Marc HONمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Asteroseismology
• Time-domain Astronomy
• Machine Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marc HON is an Assistant Professor at the National University of Singapore (NUS) under the NUS Presidential Young Professorship, specializing in time-domain astronomy and machine learning applications for NASA missions including Kepler, TESS, and the Roman Space Telescope. His work focuses on characterizing stellar populations and discovering novel astrophysical phenomena through data-driven methodologies. His research spans asteroseismology for probing stellar interiors and Galactic archaeology to map the Milky Way's evolution using variable stars, alongside exoplanetary science investigations into planetary system evolution, habitable worlds, and James Webb Space Telescope atmospheric characterization. A core methodology involves developing machine learning frameworks like deep learning classifiers and generative models for large-scale astronomical datasets. HON's publication trends (2018-2024) reveal consistent innovation at the astrophysics-ML intersection, with emphases on red giant asteroseismology, exoplanet dynamics, and scalable analysis pipelines for space telescope data. Key contributions include flow-based stellar evolution emulators, deep learning oscillation detectors, and large-scale TESS Galactic archaeology studies. Scientific recognition includes: NASA Hubble Fellowship (2020) He actively contributes to major international collaborations as a member of both the TESS and Kepler Asteroseismic Science Consortia, with direct involvement in MIT's TESS mission operations and data pipelines.

Darrell Rossمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Forest entomology
• Ecology and management of forest insect pests
• Bark beetle ecology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Darrell Ross is a Professor in Entomology at the School of Natural Resource Sciences , North Dakota State University . Previously, he held professorial roles at Oregon State University in the Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society and served as Director of the Richardson Hall Quarantine Facility from 2006–2019. His academic journey began with a PhD in Entomology from the University of Georgia (1990), an MS in Forest Ecology from Oregon State University (1985), and a BS in Forest Science from Pennsylvania State University (1981). PhD , Entomology, University of Georgia, 1990 MS , Forest Ecology, Oregon State University, 1985 BS , Forest Science, Pennsylvania State University, 1981 Dr. Ross specializes in forest entomology, focusing on bark beetle ecology, pheromone-based management strategies, and biological control of invasive species like the hemlock woolly adelgid. His work integrates chemical ecology with forest health assessment and ecological restoration. His research emphasizes pheromone applications (e.g., MCH) for bark beetle control, predator-prey dynamics in biological control of adelgids, and habitat manipulation for pest management. Recent studies address biodegradable pheromone formulations, predator phenology for invasive species control, and post-outbreak ecological impacts on pollinators. At Oregon State University, he directed the Richardson Hall Quarantine Facility, contributing to large-scale forest protection strategies. Current work at NDSU continues his legacy in integrating chemical signaling with forest ecosystem management.

William Newmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geophysics
• Planetary Science
• Astrophysics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

William Newman is a Professor in the Department of Earth, Planetary, and Space Sciences at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), currently on sabbatical at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton. His primary academic home resides within UCLA's geoscience and planetary science division. His educational credentials include: B.Sc. (Hon.) in Physics from the University of Alberta, Canada (1971) M.Sc. in Physics from the University of Alberta, Canada (1972) M.S. in Astronomy and Space Science from Cornell University (1975) Ph.D. in Astronomy and Space Science from Cornell University (1979) Professor Newman applies theoretical physics and applied mathematics to solve critical real-world problems across multiple disciplines. His research spans statistical techniques for climate change assessment, earthquake hazard modeling, solar system evolution (including collision risks from trans-Jovian bodies), astrophysical jet dynamics, and pattern emergence in complex systems. This interdisciplinary work bridges geophysics, planetary science, and astrophysics through rigorous mathematical frameworks. His publication record (2024-2016) reveals three dominant research thrusts: (1) Semiconductor electron emission physics (GaAs nanotips, photoemission sources), (2) Solar system dynamics and celestial mechanics (N-body simulations, impact hazards), and (3) Complex systems analysis (earthquake patterns, statistical record-breaking events). These intersect physics, earth sciences, and computational mathematics through shared methodologies in statistical modeling and nonlinear dynamics. At UCLA, Newman developed innovative courses including a natural disasters undergraduate GE course (satisfying diversity requirements) and graduate-level planetary atmospheres and continuum mechanics curricula. His academic contributions include over 100 refereed papers and graduate textbooks published by Princeton and Cambridge University Presses, focusing on mathematical methods for geophysics and space physics.

• Geophysics
• Geodynamics
• Remote Sensing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Craig O'Neill is an Associate Professor in Geophysics/Remote Sensing at the School of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences, Faculty of Science, Queensland University of Technology (QUT). His research spans geodynamics, planetary science, geophysics, and engineering geology, with a strong focus on understanding Earth and planetary evolution through computational modeling and geophysical data analysis. His research interests include Geophysics, Geodynamics, Remote Sensing, Planetary Science, Engineering Geology, Geochemistry, and Geology . He applies advanced numerical methods to model planetary interiors, tectonic processes, and geohazards, with recent work exploring early Earth crust formation, Venusian core dynamics, exoplanet thermal evolution, and applied geophysical techniques for engineering and environmental monitoring. The trend in his recent publications shows a strong interdisciplinary focus, combining computational geophysics with planetary science and Earth systems analysis. His work appears in leading journals such as Nature , Science Advances , and Geophysical Research Letters , covering topics from asteroid impacts and craton formation to ambient noise tomography and groundwater response to climate change. Professional Memberships: Australian Society of Exploration Geophysicists American Geophysical Union Australian Geomechanics Society Craig O'Neill supervises research students in areas such as lunar seismology and planetary geodynamics. While no specific grants are listed in the provided text, his extensive publication record and active research programs suggest ongoing funding support. He has developed open-source tools like Planet_LB for lattice-Boltzmann modeling of planetary systems. He is actively involved in the geophysics community, with scholarly profiles on ORCID, Google Scholar, and Scopus, and shares his research via X (formerly Twitter). His work bridges fundamental planetary science with practical geophysical applications.

• Astrophysical Fluid Dynamics
• Star Formation
• Protostellar Disks
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Chris Matzner is a Professor and Associate Graduate Chair at the University of Toronto's Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics, affiliated with the Dunlap Institute for Astronomy & Astrophysics. He earned his Ph.D. from UC Berkeley in 1999. His research focuses on astrophysical fluid dynamics, particularly star formation processes (protostellar disks, molecular clouds, energy feedback) and stellar explosions (supernovae, gamma-ray bursts), employing analytical, numerical, and observational approaches. His research encompasses: Dynamics of protostellar outflows and molecular cloud interactions Models for supernova shocks and gamma-ray burst mechanisms Fragmentation in star and planet formation Massive black hole accretion processes Evolution of giant molecular clouds Stellar feedback in galactic environments Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals strong emphasis on supernova dynamics (particularly Type Ia explosions), star formation mechanisms in clusters and molecular clouds, shock wave physics in astrophysical contexts, and the development of astronomical instrumentation. The works demonstrate consistent focus on explosive transients, fluid dynamics in cosmic environments, and observational constraints on theoretical models. As Associate Graduate Chair, he oversees academic programs and student development. His laboratory affiliations include the Dunlap Institute's computational astrophysics and instrumentation groups. Current work involves modeling star cluster-galaxy interactions, tidal disruption events, and developing next-generation UV/IR detectors.

Peter L. Olsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Geophysics
• Core Dynamics
• Geomagnetism
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Peter L. Olson is a Research Professor at Johns Hopkins University's Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences. His research examines Earth's deep interior dynamics including core-mantle interactions, geomagnetic field generation, and planetary evolution processes. Research Focus: Combines theoretical models, numerical simulations, and laboratory experiments to study core dynamics, geodynamo processes, and mantle convection. Current investigations include the slow carbon cycle and polar ice shelf dynamics through interdisciplinary collaborations. Publications: Recent work explores geomagnetic reversal mechanisms, core-mantle boundary interactions, and planetary dynamo diversity using advanced computational models and fluid dynamics experiments. Education: Ph.D. from University of California, Berkeley

Sami Mikhailمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Planetary Science
• Geochemistry
• Volcanology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sami Mikhail is a Reader in Earth Sciences at the University of St Andrews, School of Earth and Environmental Sciences. His research focuses on understanding the interplay between planetary interiors and surface composition, particularly how volcanic degassing influences long-term habitability. He holds roles such as Treasurer of the Volcanic and Magmatic Studies Group and Board Member of the St Andrews Centre for Exoplanet Science. He completed his PhD at University College London (2011) and has held positions including Postdoctoral Researcher at the Carnegie Institution of Washington (2011–2013). His expertise spans geochemistry, petrology, and planetary science, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to climate action and sustainable cities. Key research interests include the deep carbon and nitrogen cycles, mantle metasomatism, diamond formation, and planetary habitability. His work has been recognized with awards such as the Distinguished Lecturer from the Mineralogical Society (2020) and the Murchison Fund (2017). Dr. Mikhail supervises PhD students (e.g., Fawn Holland, Frederik Märker) and has led major grants like the NERC-funded project on Earth’s nitrogen flux. His lab focuses on experimental and theoretical approaches to trace volatile elements in Earth’s history.

Chenguang Sunمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Deep Volatile Cycling
• Planetary Magmatism
• Thermobarometry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Chenguang Sun is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at the Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas at Austin. His research focuses on understanding the thermal and chemical evolution of Earth and other rocky planets, emphasizing volatile cycling, magma dynamics, and planetary habitability. He employs experimental petrology, thermobarometry, and geochemical modeling to decode planetary processes. Key research areas include deep volatile cycling, magmatic differentiation, and planetary differentiation mechanisms. He has pioneered methods such as Mg-REE coupled geospeedometry to study crustal formation rates and mantle dynamics. His work bridges laboratory experiments with field observations to address questions about Earth’s interior-surface interactions and planetary habitability. Education: Doctorate in Geochemistry/Petrology (not explicitly stated, inferred from career trajectory) Affiliations: Jackson School of Geosciences; Mineralogical Society of America Fellow (2021) Dr. Sun’s recent publications explore topics like CO2-rich melt thermobarometry, nitrogen delivery via giant impacts, and kimberlite magmatism. His awards include the MSA Award (2021) and AGU Outstanding Student Paper Award (2012). He advises graduate student Lucia G. Bellino and teaches advanced courses in thermodynamics of geological processes and solid Earth dynamics. His lab develops novel petrological tools for interpreting magmatic and metamorphic processes, with a focus on volatile cycling’s impact on planetary evolution. Ongoing projects include studying mantle-derived melt systems and their role in Earth’s carbon budget.

Emma Bunceمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Planetary Plasma Physics
• Magnetospheric Dynamics
• Space Exploration
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Emma Bunce serves as the Head of School for Physics and Astronomy at the University of Leicester and holds the title of Professor of Planetary Plasma Physics. Her research focuses on planetary magnetospheres, with significant contributions to NASA's Juno mission (Jupiter), the Cassini mission (Saturn), and ESA/JAXA's BepiColombo mission (Mercury). She leads the Mercury Imaging X-ray Spectrometer (MIXS) instrument on BepiColombo and co-leads the SIXS instrument. Her work explores plasma dynamics, magnetosphere-ionosphere coupling, and planetary exploration technologies. Research Interests: Planetary plasma physics, magnetospheric dynamics of gas giants and Mercury, mission instrumentation (e.g., X-ray spectrometers), and space weather effects in planetary environments. Key projects include Juno's polar magnetosphere studies, Cassini's Saturnian magnetosphere analysis, and BepiColombo's Mercury surface composition investigations. Labs/Teams: Principal Investigator of MIXS and Co-Investigator of SIXS (BepiColombo), Juno Magnetosphere Working Group member, and former Cassini magnetometer team Co-Investigator. Active in collaborative mission planning with NASA and ESA. Future Work: Leading BepiColombo's Mercury arrival (2025), advancing X-ray spectrometry techniques, and advocating for ice giant exploration missions (e.g., Uranus orbiter concepts).

Matthew Hurtgenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Earth Systems Science
• Global Carbon Cycle
• Climate Evolution
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Matthew Hurtgen is a Professor in the Department of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences at Northwestern University’s Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Geosciences from Pennsylvania State University (2003), alongside degrees from the University of Missouri, SUNY, and the University of Rochester in Political Science. His research focuses on understanding Earth’s coupled systems, particularly the interplay between the atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and solid Earth in regulating ocean-atmosphere chemistry over the past billion years. Key interests include the global carbon cycle, climate evolution, and oxygen level fluctuations. Research emphasizes field and lab studies of modern/ancient sedimentary systems, integrating stable isotopes (e.g., Ca, Sr, S) with geochemical models. Current projects explore drivers of Oceanic Anoxic Events, mass extinctions, and the role of sulfur in regulating marine geochemical cycles. He is funded by the NSF, NASA, and the Agouron Institute. Teaching includes courses on climate catastrophes, Earth systems history, stable isotope geochemistry, and paleoceanography. His lab group actively recruits graduate students and collaborates on projects combining fieldwork, geochemical analysis, and computational modeling. Publications span over two decades, with recent work addressing Pleistocene-Holocene sedimentary records, Cretaceous ocean chemistry, and Neoproterozoic chemostratigraphy. Research facilities include state-of-the-art geochemical labs and fieldwork capabilities in locations like Scotland and Namibia.