جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Tamsin Matherمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Volcanology
• Atmospheric Chemistry
• Geochemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Tamsin Mather is a distinguished volcanologist and Professor of Earth Sciences at the University of Oxford, where she also serves as a Fellow of University College. Elected Fellow of the Royal Society in 2024, she leads groundbreaking research at the intersection of volcanology, atmospheric chemistry, and environmental science. Her work spans from understanding present-day volcanic hazards to investigating volcanism's role in Earth's geological history and habitability. Her primary research interests include volcanic degassing processes, atmospheric impacts of volcanic plumes, mercury cycling in volcanic systems, and the environmental consequences of large igneous provinces. Using satellite Earth observation, field measurements, and geochemical analysis, she examines volcanic behavior as natural hazards, planetary-scale processes, and sources of natural resources like geothermal energy. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals a strong focus on mercury as a tracer for volcanic activity, with significant contributions to understanding large igneous province impacts on mass extinctions, rift volcanism in Ethiopia, and volcanic plume chemistry. Her work bridges geochemistry, climate science, and hazard assessment through innovative methodologies. Fellow of the Royal Society (2024) Royal Society Rosalind Franklin Award and Lecture (2018) Royal Astronomical Society Group Achievement Award (2018) Philip Leverhulme Prize for outstanding early-career researchers (2010) UNESCO/L'Oréal Women in Science Award (2008) Professor Mather actively mentors PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, currently supervising projects on volcanic mercury cycling and sulfur dynamics in subduction zones. She has secured significant funding including an ERC Consolidator Grant (V-ECHO) and NSFGEO-NERC grants. Her outreach includes public lectures, media appearances on BBC Radio 4, and contributions to children's science books. She leads the 'Your Science Out There' educational initiative and serves on the Policing Science Council and Two Magnolias advisory board.

Stephen Mojzsisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Planetary Geochemistry
• Cosmochemistry
• Biogeodynamics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Stephen Mojzsis is an Emeritus Professor at the University of Colorado Boulder and currently holds visiting or honorary professorships at several leading European institutions, including the University of Oslo (2024–2025), Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) Budapest, and the University of Jena. He is a 2024 Member of Academia Europaea and a Humboldt Research Professor, recognized for seminal work in planetary geochemistry, cosmochemistry and the origins of life. Education: Ph.D. Geochemistry & Solid-State Physics, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego, 1997 M.A. Geology & Mineralogy, Boston University, 1992 B.A. Geology & Paleobiology, Boston University, 1988 Research Interests: Stephen Mojzsis integrates geochemistry, cosmochemistry and planetary science to understand the origin and early evolution of planets and life. His work spans the chemistry of the earliest Earth and Moon, sulfur-isotope tracers of Archean subduction, the composition of late-accreted material, and the mineralogical diversity of rocky exoplanets. He also explores prebiotic chemistry on Hadean Earth and early Mars, investigating how silicate glasses and hydrothermal systems could have facilitated RNA polymerization and the emergence of life. More broadly, he pursues Geoastronomy —linking stellar abundances in the solar neighborhood to the bulk compositions and long-term geodynamic evolution of terrestrial exoplanets, thereby constraining habitable environments across the Galaxy. Scientific Awards & Distinctions: Member, Academia Europaea (2024) Humboldt Research Prize, Alexander von Humboldt Foundation (2021–2024) Ida Pfeiffer Professorship, University of Vienna (2021) Fellow, Royal Society of Chemistry (2021) Fellow, Royal Astronomical Society (2021) Fellow, Geological Society of London (2021) Honorary Professor, ELTE Budapest (2022) External Member, Hungarian Academy of Sciences (2016) Fulbright Faculty Scholar (2007) ASSETT Outstanding Teacher Award, CU Boulder (2014) Advising & Funding: Between 2001 and 2023 Mojzsis supervised 8 PhD students, 6 post-doctoral researchers, 6 MSc and 5 BSc students. He has served on numerous grant panels including ERC Synergy and Advanced Grants, DFG Schwerpunkt Programme, NASA Exobiology, and NSF Graduate Research Fellowships. His research has been supported by the U.S. National Science Foundation, NASA, the European Research Council, the Humboldt Foundation, and other international agencies. Service & Leadership: From 2020–2023 he served as President of the Division of Planetary and Solar System Sciences of the European Geosciences Union. He is (or has been) an editorial board member for Geobiology , Astrobiology , Earth and Planetary Science Letters , Annales Geophysicae , and several other journals, and reviews for Nature and Science among more than 20 journals.

Lorenzo Tavazzaniمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Geochemistry
• Petrology
• Volcanology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lorenzo Tavazzani is a Lecturer at ETH Zurich's Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences (D-EAPS), located at Clausiusstrasse 25, 8092 Zürich, Switzerland. His research focuses on magmatic processes, igneous petrology, and geochemical systems, with a strong emphasis on integrating field observations, geochronology, and isotope geochemistry. His work spans diverse geological settings, including volcanic calderas (e.g., Turkey’s Ulukışla Caldera), plutonic systems (e.g., the Angicos plutonism in Brazil), and hydrothermal ore deposits (e.g., lithium in Peru and tin in Bolivia). Recent studies highlight his expertise in zircon geochronology, magma reservoir dynamics, and tectonic controls on magmatism. Dr. Tavazzani’s publications frequently address the interplay between magmatic processes and tectonic environments, with contributions to understanding the timing and mechanisms of crustal evolution. He has collaborated on projects in Turkey, Italy, Chile, Peru, and Bolivia, showcasing a global research footprint. His research outputs reflect a balance between fundamental petrology and applied mineral resource studies, with a focus on novel analytical techniques such as in-situ petrochronology and LA-ICP-MS dating methods.

Edwin A. Berginمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Astrophysics
• Star and Planet Formation
• Interstellar Chemistry
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Edwin A. Bergin is Professor of Astrophysics and Chair of the Department of Astronomy at the University of Michigan, within the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. He is a leading researcher in the fields of star and planet formation, interstellar chemistry, and astrobiology. His educational background includes a BS from Villanova University and a PhD from the University of Massachusetts. He previously worked as an astronomer at the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics before joining the University of Michigan. Bergin’s research focuses on the molecular origins of life, particularly the chemistry of water and organic molecules in space. He uses observational and theoretical methods to study how these molecules form and evolve from interstellar clouds to planetary systems. His work has significantly advanced our understanding of how Earth acquired its water and carbon, with implications for the potential habitability of exoplanets. His recent publications reflect a strong emphasis on protoplanetary disk chemistry, molecular detection using facilities like ALMA and Herschel, and the interplay between stellar radiation and disk chemistry. Themes include water vapor in habitable zones, carbon processing, and the chemical evolution of planet-forming regions. U-M Henry Russel Award for exceptional scholarship and teaching Bergin has advised several graduate students, including Jeffrey Fogel and Nathan Crockett. He has led major research initiatives such as HEXOS and utilizes advanced observational tools like ALMA and SOFIA. He teaches a range of courses from introductory astronomy to graduate-level astrophysics of the interstellar medium. He is affiliated with the Michigan Institute for Research in Astrophysics and conducts research through observational campaigns, theoretical modeling, and interdisciplinary collaboration with geochemists to understand planetary composition and evolution.

James E Gardnerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Volcanology
• Magmatic Processes
• Experimental Petrology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

James E Gardner is a Professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at the Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas at Austin, holding the Third Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Yager Professorship. His research focuses on volcanic eruptions, magmatic processes, and experimental petrology, with emphasis on bubble nucleation in magmas and caldera-forming eruptions. He leads a state-of-the-art experimental laboratory capable of simulating high-pressure magma conditions (up to 1400°C and 5000 bars). Key research areas include studying active volcanic systems globally (USA, Mexico, Kamchatka), experimental determination of volatile solubility in magmas, and the role of pre-eruption degassing in eruption dynamics. Recent work addresses multi-component volatile solubility, bubble nucleation mechanisms, and magma ascent rates. His experimental setups include cold-seal and TZM pressure vessels for studying melt degassing under controlled conditions. Publications span 20+ years, emphasizing bubble nucleation kinetics, pyroclastic density currents, and silicic magma evolution. His work integrates field observations with laboratory experiments and numerical models to understand volcanic hazards and eruption processes. The experimental lab under construction will advance studies on magma-volatile interactions and ore body formation linked to magmatism. Notably, Dr. Gardner’s research bridges fundamental magma physics with applied volcanic hazard assessment, contributing to understanding explosive eruption triggers and conduit dynamics. His collaborative projects include NSF-funded studies on bubble nucleation models and lunar magma ocean processes.

Christopher Bennettمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Astrochemistry
• Planetary Science
• Analytical Chemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Christopher Bennett is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Central Florida (UCF), within the College of Sciences. He leads the UCF Astrochemistry Laboratory, focusing on experimental and theoretical studies of molecular processes in space and planetary environments. His research integrates astrochemistry, planetary science, and analytical chemistry to understand the origins of life and extraterrestrial chemistry. Education: Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa (2009). Postdoctoral roles at NASA Astrobiology Institute (2009-2012) and Georgia Tech (2012-2016). Joined UCF in 2016 as Assistant Professor, promoted to Associate Professor thereafter. Research interests span astrochemistry, planetary science, and instrumentation development. Key areas include: Development of novel spectroscopic techniques (e.g., photothermal spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy). Study of interstellar ice chemistry, radiation effects on planetary surfaces, and prebiotic molecule formation. Space weathering processes on airless bodies (e.g., asteroids, Mercury, the Moon). Instrumentation for planetary missions (e.g., Europa Lander, Uranus Orbiter). Scientific awards include Fellowships from the American Chemical Society, American Geophysical Union, Meteoritic Society, and Planetary Society, alongside a Gordon Research Conference Travel Award (2010). Grants and collaborations: Principal investigator or co-investigator on multi-million-dollar projects, including NASA’s Solar System Exploration Virtual Institutes (CLASS and REVEALS), the Center for Chemical Evolution (Georgia Tech), and mission proposals for the Europa Lander and Uranus Orbiter. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed articles on astrochemistry and planetary science. Labs/Teams: Director of the UCF Astrochemistry Laboratory, which explores planetary material analysis, instrument development, and astrobiological questions. Current recruitment focuses on postdoctoral research in novel spectroscopic instrumentation (NASA PICASSO-funded).

• High temperature geochemistry
• Igneous and metamorphic petrology
• Metal stable isotope geochemistry
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Shichun Huang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. His research focuses on high-temperature geochemistry, igneous and metamorphic petrology, metal stable isotope geochemistry, and cosmochemistry. Huang holds a PhD from MIT (2005) and a BSc from the University of Science and Technology of China (1998). His work integrates experimental and computational methods to study Earth's mantle and the early Solar System, with recent projects exploring mantle plumes, isotope fractionation, and planetary formation processes. Notable contributions include studies on calcium isotope dynamics in mantle melting, Hawaiian plume flux variations, and machine learning applications to mantle thermobarometry. Huang leads sponsored projects funded by NSF and DOE, addressing critical mineral recovery and planetary biosignatures. He coordinates the UTK ICP-MS lab and serves on editorial boards for Geochimica et Cosmochimica Acta and Scientific Reports . His teaching includes advanced courses in geochemical data analysis and seminar series on geochemistry. Recent articles highlight interdisciplinary approaches in mantle dynamics, planetary differentiation, and stellar chemistry. His work bridges field observations, laboratory experiments, and computational modeling to advance understanding of Earth's evolution and extraterrestrial processes.

• Geochemistry
• Environmental Science
• Climate Change Mitigation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Greg Holland is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at The University of Manchester. His research focuses on using isotopes to study Earth and planetary processes, including carbon capture, unconventional energy resources, ancient fluid systems, geothermal systems, and mantle geochemistry. He contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to climate action and clean energy. His work integrates field data with laboratory analysis, particularly using noble gas and hydrocarbon isotope systems. Recent research highlights include studies on volcanic gas emissions in Papua New Guinea, methane dynamics in shale gas systems, and the role of Large Igneous Provinces in mass extinctions. He collaborates internationally on projects such as the Planetary Science initiative at the University of Manchester. Holland is affiliated with the Manchester Environmental Research Institute and leads projects exploring mantle evolution and subduction zone processes. He has supervised 5 research projects, though student names are not listed. His technical expertise includes advanced analytical methods like noble gas mass spectrometry, as demonstrated in recent instrumentation studies.

Madison Borrelliمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Planetary Science
• Venus Geology
• Lithospheric Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Madison Borrelli is a Research Fellow in the School of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences at Georgia Institute of Technology, within the College of Sciences. Her research focuses on planetary surface processes, emphasizing Venus geology and Uranian satellite studies. Key areas include volcanic landform evolution, lithospheric flexure analysis, and impact crater dynamics. She employs geophysical modeling and remote sensing data to explore planetary interiors and surface histories. Her work bridges volcanology, geophysics, and planetary science, with notable contributions to understanding Venus’s lithosphere through domical volcanoes and studying Uranian satellites’ cratering records. She also investigates meteor-atmosphere interactions on Venus and participates in science communication initiatives like TREX Public Engagement.

Sebastian Marinoمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Exoplanetary Systems
• Planet Formation
• Planetary Systems Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sebastian Marino is a Royal Society University Research Fellow at the University of Exeter , affiliated with the Department of Physics and Astronomy. His research focuses on exoplanetary systems, particularly the formation of exoplanets and exocomets, and the dynamics of planetary systems. Primary tools: JWST and ALMA observations, numerical simulations Key research questions: Formation locations of exocomets/exoplanets, composition of exocomets, volatile delivery to terrestrial exoplanets He develops specialized Python-based software for modeling debris disc evolution and gas dynamics, including packages like Exogas and Disc2Radmc . Research areas: Space sciences, Astronomical sciences, Astrophysics Scientific Awards : Royal Society University Research Fellow

Francis Nimmoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Planetary Science
• Geophysics
• Planetary Formation
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Francis Nimmo is a Professor of Earth & Planetary Sciences at the University of California Santa Cruz with extensive research experience in planetary science and geophysics. His academic career spans multiple decades with continuous publication output up to 2025, demonstrating ongoing active research. As a member of four instrument teams on NASA's Europa Clipper spacecraft mission, he contributes significantly to space exploration efforts focused on ocean worlds in the outer solar system. Nimmo's primary research interests focus on understanding planetary evolution, particularly regarding icy satellites and terrestrial planet formation. His work examines questions such as why certain planetary bodies like Earth and Ganymede possess magnetic fields while others like Venus and Europa do not, and why small bodies like Enceladus remain geologically active while similar neighbors like Mimas are dormant. His research combines spacecraft observations with sophisticated geophysical models to investigate planetary interiors, surface processes, and evolutionary histories. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on tidal processes in planetary systems, interior structures of icy bodies, magnetic field evolution, and the use of isotope geochemistry to understand planetary formation. The research spans diverse bodies including Jupiter's moons (Europa, Io, Ganymede), Saturn's moons (Enceladus, Titan), Pluto, Triton, Venus, and Mars. A significant portion of his recent work relates to NASA's Europa Clipper mission and the search for subsurface oceans in various planetary bodies. Nimmo has made notable contributions to understanding tidal heating mechanisms, planetary magnetic fields, interior structures of icy satellites, and the use of isotope systems (particularly Hf, Cr, Ti, Zn, Mo) to trace planetary formation processes. His work frequently appears in top journals including Nature, Science, and the Journal of Geophysical Research. As an educator, Nimmo teaches numerous courses at UC Santa Cruz including EART265 (Order of Magnitude Estimation), EART 290Q (Physics of Planet Formation), EART 111 (Mathematics in the Earth Sciences), and multiple courses on planetary surfaces, atmospheres, interiors, and capstone projects. His teaching reflects his broad expertise across planetary science disciplines.

Kenneth W. Simsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Isotope Geochemistry
• Volcanology
• Petrology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kenneth W. Sims is a Professor in the Department of Geology and Geophysics at the University of Wyoming. His research focuses on isotope geochemistry, volcanology, and magmatic processes, with a particular emphasis on using U-series disequilibria and radiogenic isotopes to investigate Earth and planetary processes. He has conducted fieldwork globally, including in Antarctica, Nicaragua, Congo, and Hawaii, and has led expeditions to volcanoes like Masaya and Nyiragongo. His educational background includes a B.A. from Colorado College, an M.Sc. from the University of New Mexico, and a Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley. Research interests include the evolution of volcanic systems, magma genesis and degassing, and isotopic dating of igneous and sedimentary rocks. He teaches courses such as Isotope Geology and Volcanology. Sims has received funding from the National Science Foundation, Department of Energy, and National Geographic, with grants totaling over $2 million. His work has been featured in National Geographic, New Scientist, and Oceanus, and he collaborates with media to communicate science to the public. Current graduate students include Caroline Lo Re’ Brewer, Sean Scott, and Erin Phillips-Writer. Notable expeditions include climbing and scientific missions in the Andes, Alaska, and Antarctica. His outreach includes lectures for schools and senior groups, and he mentors students in fieldwork and public engagement.

Rita Paraiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• High-Temperature Isotope Geochemistry
• Noble Gas Geochemistry
• Planetary Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Rita Parai is an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis, associated with the McDonnell Center for the Space Sciences. She holds a PhD from Harvard University and joined Washington University in 2016. Her research focuses on high-precision noble gas isotopic analyses to investigate planetary formation, mantle dynamics, and volatile cycling. Key areas include subduction zone processes, mantle heterogeneity, and lunar formation history. Her work addresses questions such as the timing of the Moon-forming impact, volatile recycling through subduction zones, and the origin of mantle heterogeneities. She leads projects analyzing noble gas signatures in mantle-derived rocks, including anorthosites and basalts, to trace Earth's geochemical evolution. Parai collaborates on missions like VATMOS-SR (Venus Atmospheric Sample Return) and ANGSA (Apollo Next Generation Sample Analysis), emphasizing sample return and analytical innovation. Education: PhD, Harvard University Labs: High-precision noble gas laboratory at Washington University Grants: NSF CAREER award (2022) for studying noble gases in the Azores Archipelago Parai’s research bridges geochemistry and planetary science, with implications for understanding Earth’s volatile budget, mantle convection, and the interplay between surface and deep-Earth processes.

Matthew Sieglerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Planetary Sciences
• Thermal Processes
• Thermal and Geophysical Modeling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matthew Siegler is a Research Professor and Adjunct Faculty at Southern Methodist University, affiliated with the Planetary Science Institute. He holds a B.S. in Physics/Astronomy and Film from Cornell University (2003) and a Ph.D. in Geophysics and Space Physics from UCLA (2011), with a dissertation on 'Evolution of Temperature Driven Stability of Ice on the Moon'. His research focuses on planetary sciences, thermal processes, thermal/geophysical modeling, spacecraft data analysis (e.g., IR and visible spectrometry), laboratory studies of thermal properties, and solar system volatiles. Current projects include roles as Co-Investigator on the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter Diviner mission, involvement with the InSight Mars lander thermal modeling, and studies of lunar heat flow and resource prospecting. Key contributions include work on lunar ice stability, Mercury’s polar climate variability, and thermal modeling of planetary surfaces. His research leverages data from missions like LRO, MESSENGER, and InSight, combined with laboratory experiments on lunar regolith analogs. Labs/Teams: Active member of the InSight mission team, Vortices (APL SSERVI node), and the Planetary Science Institute. His work bridges spacecraft data analysis, thermal modeling, and laboratory experiments to understand planetary surface processes and volatile preservation.

Charles K. Shearer, Jrمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Geochemistry
• Planetary Science
• Magmatic Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Charles K. Shearer, Jr is a Research Professor and Senior Research Scientist III at the Institute of Meteoritics, University of New Mexico. His research focuses on trace element behavior in magmatic systems, planetary basaltic magmatism, and astrobiological investigations related to life on Mars. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Massachusetts (1983). Research Interests: Magmatic processes in terrestrial and extraterrestrial systems Geochemistry of silicate minerals in planetary basalts Origins of diogenites and HED meteorites Lunar and Martian sample analysis High-temperature metamorphic assemblages Granite petrogenesis and evolution Publications Trends: Over 30 years, his work has concentrated on planetary materials analysis, with major contributions to lunar magmatic evolution (1998-1999), Martian meteorite studies (1996-1999), and metamorphic mineral assemblages (1994-1998). Recent work has emphasized planetary sample curation and astrobiology implications of extraterrestrial materials. Key Facilities: Primary affiliation with the Institute of Meteoritics lab facilities at UNM, including sample preparation, microanalytical instrumentation, and planetary material curation.