جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• metamorphic petrology
• tectonics
• earthquakes
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Simon Peacock is a Professor in the Department of Earth, Ocean & Atmospheric Sciences at the University of British Columbia (UBC), within the Faculty of Science. His research focuses on subduction zone processes, particularly the role of fluids and hydrous minerals in seismicity and magmatism. He has held administrative roles including Dean of Science at UBC (2006–2018) and leadership positions at Arizona State University. Peacock’s work integrates geophysics, petrology, and seismology to study Cascadia subduction zone dynamics, including seismicity patterns and fluid-driven tectonics. Education: Ph.D. Geology, UCLA (1985) M.S. and B.S. Geology, MIT (1981) Research Interests: Peacock investigates metamorphic petrology, tectonics, and earthquakes within subduction zones. His studies address fluid distribution, slab dehydration, and their impacts on seismicity and volcanic activity. Recent work explores the Cascadia margin’s structure, including the Nootka Fault zone and forearc mantle wedge dynamics. Publications Trends: Recent articles focus on seismic velocity changes post-earthquakes, serpentinization processes, and talc stability in subduction zones. Key themes include fluid-rock interactions, fault dynamics, and mantle wedge hydration. Awards: NSF Antarctica Service Medal (2001) Fellow, Geological Society of America (1997) Teaching Excellence Awards (ASU, 1988–1991) Advising & Grants: Peacock has advised doctoral students on seismicity studies (e.g., 2023 Texada Island cluster analysis). His grants support geophysical modeling and fieldwork in Cascadia. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with institutions like the Pacific Geoscience Centre and employs advanced tomography and seismic analysis techniques.

Nur Schubaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Geophysics
• Structural Geology
• Fault Characterization
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Nur Schuba is a Research Assistant Professor at the Bureau of Economic Geology, The University of Texas at Austin, with a focus on seismic interpretation, structural geology, fault characterization, salt tectonics, and science communication . She contributes to energy and environmental research through advanced geophysical analysis and reservoir characterization. Education : M.F.A. in Visual Communication (Savannah College of Art and Design, 2023), Ph.D. in Geoscience (Rice University, 2019), and B.Sc. in Geophysical Engineering (Istanbul Technical University, 2011). Research interests span salt tectonics, subsurface storage, fault mechanics, and the application of machine learning in seismic velocity estimation. Her work addresses geological challenges in energy recovery, carbon sequestration, and hydrogen storage, with a strong emphasis on science communication for public engagement. Selected publications include studies on salt dome morphology for underground storage, serpentinization patterns in the Galicia margin, and innovative carbon storage incentive models. Her recent work explores the intersection of geophysics and energy transition technologies. Professional history includes roles at ExxonMobil, Schlumberger, and Yellowstone National Park, alongside postdoctoral and research assistant positions at Rice University and UT Austin.

Martina Preinerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهش

• Origin of Life
• Prebiotic Chemistry
• Geochemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Martina Preiner serves as a Max Planck Research Group Leader at the Microcosm Earth Center (MEC) within the Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology in Marburg, Germany. She leads an interdisciplinary research team investigating the chemical origins of life, focusing on the critical interface between geochemistry and biochemistry. Her laboratory employs various imaging techniques alongside chemical, biochemical, and geochemical methods to examine how life might have emerged from non-living matter. Dr. Preiner's research centers on fundamental questions about life's emergence: How did life originate from non-life? How did cellular structures develop from geochemical environments? Her primary interests include Origin of Life studies , Prebiotic Chemistry , Geochemical-Biochemical Transitions , and Mineral Catalysis . A significant focus examines how mineral surfaces function as protoenzymes ('geozymes') in primordial metabolism, particularly investigating specific abiotic hydride transfer to biological redox cofactors like NAD+. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on hydrothermal vent systems, mineral-catalyzed reactions, and the chemical properties of biological cofactors in prebiotic contexts. Her work consistently explores how mineral surfaces facilitate specific biochemical reactions essential to life, with particular attention to energy transfer mechanisms and carbon fixation pathways. This research bridges geochemistry, biochemistry, and systems chemistry to develop testable models for life's emergence. Major Research Themes: Geochemical protoenzymes (geozymes) in primordial metabolism NAD+ reduction on mineral surfaces Hydrothermal vent chemistry and life's origins Serpentinization processes and early metabolism Autotrophic core metabolic networks Dr. Preiner leads a dynamic research group comprising postdoctoral researcher Delfina Patricia Henriques Pereira, doctoral researchers Manavika Khanna, Oskari Lehtinen, and Giuseppe Peyroche, along with master's students Rafael Pollinger and Zinab Yadallah. Her laboratory at the Microcosm Earth Center features specialized equipment for creating experimental setups that simulate early Earth conditions, enabling direct testing of hypotheses about life's chemical origins.

Cherie L. De Voreمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biogeochemical processes
• Environmental restoration
• Metal accumulation in ecosystems
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Cherie L. De Vore is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical & Environmental Engineering at the University of Arizona, starting Fall 2023. She is Diné (Navajo Nation), from Crownpoint, NM, with clans: Red Bottom People, Atop the Mountain Towering House, Salt People, and Tangle People. Her research focuses on biogeochemical processes affecting metal accumulation and microbial shifts in mining- and wildfire-impacted areas, emphasizing ecological restoration. She holds a Ph.D. in civil & environmental engineering from the University of New Mexico (mentored by Jose Cerrato) and completed a NSF-funded postdoc at Stanford University under Scott Fendorf, alongside work at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory. Education: Ph.D., Civil & Environmental Engineering, University of New Mexico Research Interests: Cherie’s work integrates environmental engineering and ecology to address metal mobility, post-fire recovery in metal-rich landscapes, and colloidal transport dynamics. She employs a restorative framework to study biogeochemical interactions in serpentine and non-serpentine ecosystems, with applications to environmental remediation and Indigenous community resilience. Awards: National Science Foundation Earth Science Postdoctoral Fellowship (2020–2023) Advising & Affiliations: As a new faculty member, she will advise students and contribute to the Indigenous Resilience Center. Her collaborations include the Floodplain Hydro-Biogeochemistry group at SLAC. No formal advisees listed in current data. Labs/Teams: Active in the Indigenous Resilience Center and Floodplain Hydro-Biogeochemistry research group.

Katharina Pfaffمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Mineral Chemistry
• Mineralogy
• Geochemistry
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Katharina Pfaff is a Research Associate Professor in the Department of Geology and Geological Engineering at the Colorado School of Mines. Her research focuses on mineral chemistry, geochemistry of hydrothermal ore deposits, and economic geology. She holds a Ph.D. in Economic Geology from the University of Tübingen, Germany (2010), and an M.Sc. in Mineralogy (2007). Her research interests include thermodynamic modeling of element solubility and fluid-rock interaction, igneous petrology in peralkaline systems, rare earth element systematics, and radiogenic/stable isotope geochemistry. She leads the Katharina's Research Group, advancing studies in automated mineralogy and its applications in resource exploration and environmental assessment. Notable contributions include work on the Schwarzwald ore district in Germany, mineralogical controls on acid mine drainage, and hydrothermal processes in porphyry systems. Her recent studies emphasize the use of advanced analytical techniques like SEM-based automated mineralogy and hyperspectral imaging for geological exploration and environmental monitoring.

Matthew Tarlingمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Structural Geology
• Fault and Shear Zone Dynamics
• Serpentinite Deformation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matthew Tarling is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth, Ocean & Atmospheric Sciences at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Faculty of Science. He concurrently serves as a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Field Rheology Rowe Research Group at McGill University, Montréal. His research focuses on structural geology, deformation behavior of large faults and serpentinite shear zones, and the interplay between mineral reactions and seismic slip mechanics. He employs a field-to-nanoscale approach, integrating observational geology with advanced analytical techniques like Raman spectroscopy and microstructural analysis. Key research themes include the rheology of serpentinite under mantle-wedge conditions, the role of carbonation reactions in fault weakening, and the structural evolution of plate-boundary faults such as the Livingstone Fault in New Zealand. His work bridges microscale mineralogical changes and macroscale tectonic processes, with implications for understanding earthquake mechanics and subduction zone dynamics. Publications highlight advancements in understanding mineralogical banding in serpentine veins, seismic anisotropy due to talc orientation, and the influence of chemical reactions on fault slip behavior. His research also extends to outreach initiatives like 'Viewing the Rock World' to enhance Earth Science recruitment. No formal awards are listed in the provided texts, though his contributions to structural geology are evident through his active publication and postdoctoral engagement.

Jaime D Barnesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Stable Isotope Geochemistry
• Volatile Cycling
• Metamorphism
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jaime D Barnes is a Professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin's Jackson School of Geosciences, holding the Morgan J. Davis Centennial Chair in Geosciences. His research focuses on stable isotope geochemistry, volatile cycling in subduction zones, and fluid-rock interactions in high-temperature environments. He oversees a state-of-the-art stable isotope laboratory equipped with a ThermoElectron MAT 253 mass spectrometer, laser extraction lines, and purification systems for analyzing isotopes in minerals, gases, and fluids. Key research areas include the geochemical tracing of fluids in tectonic settings, metamorphic processes in high-pressure environments, and the role of serpentinization in volatile transport. Barnes' work spans terrestrial and extraterrestrial samples, including lunar materials and hyperarid soils. His lab capabilities support analyses of oxygen, hydrogen, chlorine, nitrogen, carbon, and sulfur isotopes in diverse materials. He has actively supervised postdoctoral researchers and graduate students, emphasizing collaborative projects across disciplines. Notable awards include his endowed chair position, reflecting his contributions to geoscience research and education. Barnes is also engaged in international collaborations, such as studies on the Mariana Forearc and the Slave Craton, and maintains a laboratory website detailing ongoing research (www.jsg.utexas.edu/light-isotope/). His recent publications highlight advancements in understanding halogen cycling in subduction zones, isotopic tracers in mantle xenoliths, and the geochemical signatures of volcanic eruptions like Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai. Barnes continues to recruit motivated graduate students for interdisciplinary studies in geochemistry and geodynamics.

• Biogeoscience
• Environmental Geochemistry
• Hydrothermal Ecosystems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Everett Shock is a Professor at Arizona State University (ASU) with joint appointments in the School of Earth and Space Exploration and the School of Molecular Sciences. He directs the W. M. Keck Foundation Laboratory for Environmental Biogeochemistry and holds additional roles as Associate Faculty in the Biodesign Center for Fundamental & Applied Microbiomics and the Water Institute, as well as Senior Global Futures Scientist. His research focuses on environmental chemistry, geochemistry, and biogeochemistry, with emphasis on hydrothermal ecosystems, serpentinization processes, and planetary habitability. Shock earned a B.S. in Earth Sciences from UC Santa Cruz (1978) and a Ph.D. in Geology from UC Berkeley (1982), working with Harold Helgeson. He is a Fellow of the Geochemical Society, European Association for Geochemistry, and American Geophysical Union. His work integrates thermodynamic modeling with field studies in extreme environments like Oman’s Samail Ophiolite and Yellowstone National Park, addressing questions about life’s origins and astrobiology. Recent research highlights include modeling Europa’s ocean composition for NASA’s Europa Clipper mission, studying organic compound biosignatures on ocean worlds, and investigating microbial energy utilization in serpentinizing systems. Shock leads interdisciplinary teams exploring geochemical energy sources, subsurface geochemistry, and the interplay between microbial communities and their environments. His scientific awards reflect his contributions to geochemical theory and field applications. Current projects include analyzing hydrothermal systems’ temporal variability, advancing WORM (Water-Organic-Rock-Microbe) modeling tools, and preparing for extraterrestrial sample analysis through lab infrastructure development.

Nicholas Toscaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Aqueous Geochemistry
• Mineralogy
• Planetary Science
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nicholas Tosca is a geochemist and mineralogist at the Department of Earth Sciences, University of Cambridge. His research explores the interplay between natural fluids, minerals, and environmental conditions across planetary systems, with a focus on Earth's history and Mars exploration. Affiliation: Department of Earth Sciences, University of Cambridge Key Collaborations: Leverhulme Centre for Life in the Universe, Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover mission His work integrates theoretical, experimental, and field-based approaches to study problems such as the co-evolution of seawater and climate, prebiotic chemical synthesis, and Martian surface chemistry. Research spans biogeochemical cycles, Earth surface processes, and planetary habitability. Recent publications highlight his expertise in aqueous geochemistry, carbonate mineralogy, and Precambrian ocean chemistry, with applications to Mars exploration and the origins of life on Earth. He supervises postgraduate research projects in these areas through the Cambridge NERC Doctoral Landscape Awards program.

• Petrology
• Volcanology
• Mantle Geochemistry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Daniele Brunelli is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical and Geological Sciences at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia (Italy). His research bridges petrology, volcanology, and geochemistry, focusing on mantle dynamics, magmatic processes, and tectonic-volcanic interactions at mid-ocean ridges and transform faults. He also contributes to interdisciplinary archaeometric studies, particularly in Mediterranean prehistoric and protohistoric ceramic analysis. Research Interests : Mantle heterogeneity, volcanology, serpentinization, geodynamic modeling, and archaeometry. Recent Publications : Investigate CO2 degassing in mantle rocks, hydrous fluid migration in ultra-slow ridges, and lithospheric heat production using gamma spectrometry. Teaching : Courses in Petrology and Volcanology for Geosciences, and Petrography for Natural Sciences, emphasizing microscopy and geochemical analysis. Collaborations : Active in international ocean drilling projects and field studies at the St. Paul Transform System and Romanche Fracture Zone.

• High Pressure Chemistry
• Carbon Sequestration
• Materials Synthesis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

George Wolf is an Associate Professor at the School of Molecular Sciences, Arizona State University (ASU), specializing in high-pressure chemistry, materials synthesis, and carbon sequestration. His work focuses on understanding chemical behavior under extreme conditions, leveraging high-pressure diamond anvil cells for experimental studies. He holds a B.S. in Chemistry from UC San Diego, an M.S. from UC Berkeley, and a Ph.D. in Geophysics from UC Berkeley. Wolf is a recipient of the NSF Presidential Investigator Award and ASU Centennial Teacher of the Year Award. Research Interests: Wolf’s lab explores high-pressure synthesis of novel materials, including graphitic derivatives and carbon sequestration mechanisms. His group uses advanced techniques like NMR, Raman spectroscopy, and X-ray diffraction to study phase transitions and material dynamics. Current projects include developing bionic robotic prosthetics and investigating CO2 mineralization processes. Grants & Collaborations: Wolf has led multiple grants from NSF, DOE, and industry partners, focusing on carbon sequestration, ceramic materials, and high-pressure research. Notable collaborations include work with Argonne National Laboratory and Qynergy Corp. He teaches courses in physical chemistry and research methods, mentoring students in experimental physics and environmental chemistry. Service & Recognition: Wolf actively serves on ASU Senate committees, chairs curriculum development initiatives, and advises undergraduate research programs. His contributions to education and research have been recognized through teaching awards and national conference presentations.

• Geoengineering
• Carbon Management
• Geochemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Juerg Matter is a faculty member at the University of Southampton, holding the position of Professor of Geoengineering & Carbon Management. His research focuses on carbon mineralization in ultramafic rocks, serpentinization processes, and subsurface biogeochemistry. He leads the Center for Interacting Geo-processes in Mineral Carbon Storage and collaborates on projects like the Oman Drilling Project , investigating CO2 storage potential in ophiolites. Key affiliations include the Geochemistry Institute, Southampton Marine and Maritime Institute, and the Institute for Life Sciences. His research explores low-temperature hydrogen production from peridotites, nitrogen cycling in serpentinizing systems, and CO2 sequestration in mantle rocks. He has contributed to international initiatives such as the ICDP Oman Drilling Project and Greenhouse Gas Removal via Enhanced Rock Weathering (GGREW) . His work integrates geology, geochemistry, and microbiology to address climate change challenges. Projects: Rock-Hydrogen stimulation, Nitrogen cycling in serpentinizing systems, CO2 mineralization in Oman's Samail Ophiolite Grants: Funded by ICDP, European Union, Anglo American Corp Advising: Supervises PhD students in INSPIRE and Ocean & Earth Science programs Labs/Teams: Active in the Oman Drilling Project's multi-borehole observatory and collaborates with global networks in carbon storage and geoengineering.

Hamed Gamaleldienمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Earth evolution
• Tectonics and geodynamics
• Mantle petrology and geochemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Hamed Gamaleldien is an Assistant Professor at Khalifa University and an Adjunct Research Fellow at Curtin University’s School of Earth and Planetary Sciences (EPS). He holds a Ph.D. in mantle chemical dynamics from Curtin University (2021) and a master’s in geology from Tanta University (2013). His research focuses on Earth evolution, tectonics/geodynamics, mantle petrology, and subduction zone geochemical cycles. Education: Ph.D., Mantle Chemical Dynamics, Curtin University (2021) M.Sc., Geology, Tanta University (2013) B.Sc., Geology, Tanta University (2009) Research Interests: Crustal growth mechanisms in the Arabian-Nubian Shield Mantle plume-supercontinent cycle interactions Subduction zone geochemical cycling Deep mantle recycling processes Application of advanced analytical techniques (e.g., atom probe tomography) Key Projects: Crustal growth history of the Arabian-Nubian Shield Geodynamic links between mantle plumes and supercontinent cycles Fluid-rock interactions in subduction zones Awards: Curtin Graduate Research School Publication Award (2019) CIPRS Research Stipend Scholarship (2017) Lloyd V. Berkner Travel Fellowship (2014) Outstanding Student Poster Award, EGU Annual Meeting (2014) His work bridges micro-scale mineral analysis with global-scale tectonic processes, contributing to understanding Earth’s mantle evolution and continental crust formation. He collaborates internationally, with fieldwork in Egypt, Japan, and Australia.

Douglas A. Wiensمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Seismology
• Geophysics
• Antarctic Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Douglas A. Wiens is the Robert S. Brookings Distinguished Professor of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis. His research focuses on using seismology to study subduction zones, Antarctic geodynamics, and ice-earth interactions. Wiens has pioneered autonomous seismic deployments in Antarctica, achieving the first successful year-long unattended data collection. He investigates seismic imaging of Antarctica's lithosphere to understand ice sheet stability and past climate changes. Education : PhD in Geophysics from Northwestern University. His work integrates ocean bottom seismometers (OBS) and distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) to study mantle hydration, fault mechanics, and glacial dynamics. Research Interests : Wiens specializes in seismic tomography of subduction zones (e.g., Tonga, Alaska, Mariana), Antarctic crustal structure, and the interplay between ice mass loss and tectonic deformation. He explores how mantle viscosity influences sea level projections and investigates tidally triggered cryoseismicity at ice shelves. Key Contributions : Developed second-generation seismic models of Antarctica using adjoint tomography, characterized slab morphology in the Tonga subduction zone, and mapped crustal architecture in the Midcontinent Rift. His studies on Patagonian slab windows link lithospheric erosion to glacial isostasy. Labs/Teams : Leads the Seismology Research Group and participates in the McDonnell Center for the Space Sciences . Collaborates with NSF-funded initiatives like the Antarctica Network-Polar Earth Observing Network (AN-POLE).

• Geochemistry
• Geology
• Geophysics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Juan Carlos De Obeso is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geology and Geophysics at the University of Utah, where he has been serving since January 2023. His research is centered on fluid-rock interactions in ultramafic systems, with a focus on serpentinization, carbon mineralization, and geochemical cycling in subduction zones and ophiolites. His research interests include: Hydrothermal alteration of peridotites and basalts Natural and engineered CO2 sequestration via mineral carbonation Isotope geochemistry (Mg, U, Sr, C, O) to trace fluid sources and reaction histories Thermodynamic and kinetic modeling of fluid-rock systems Geochemical mass transfer in subduction zones and weathering environments His recent publications reflect a strong trend in understanding carbon cycling in Earth's mantle, particularly through the lens of the Oman Drilling Project. His work combines field observations, experimental geochemistry, and isotopic analysis to reconstruct the conditions and mechanisms of rock alteration. Key themes include low-temperature serpentinization, listvenite formation, and the feasibility of large-scale carbon storage in basaltic and ultramafic rocks. Scientific honors include: Mineralogical Society of America Distinguished Lecturer (2023) He actively mentors graduate students through thesis research and teaches courses such as Geochemistry, Reactive Earth, and Petrology for Engineers. He has been involved in significant research projects, including the Solid Carbon initiative and the Oman Drilling Project, where he contributes to understanding deep carbon cycling and mantle processes. His work has strong implications for climate change mitigation through carbon capture and storage technologies. He is affiliated with the following laboratories and research teams: Oman Drilling Project Science Team Reactive Transport Group (formerly at University of Calgary) Carbon Mineralization Research Group at the University of Utah