جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Geophysics
• Geodynamics
• Seismic Hazard Analysis
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Professor Saskia Goes is a Professor of Geophysics at Imperial College London's Department of Earth Science & Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering. She specializes in geodynamics, subduction dynamics, and seismic hazard analysis using numerical modeling and geophysical data interpretation. Her affiliations include the Dynamic Earth and Hazards groups at the Imperial Centre for Geohazards Dynamics. Education: PhD in Geophysics from UC Santa Cruz (1995), Drs (BSc/MSc equivalent) from Utrecht University (1990). Prior roles include SNF Professor of Tectonophysics at ETH Zurich (2003-2005), Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan (1995-1996), and postdoctoral research at Utrecht University (1996-1999). Research focuses on mantle dynamics, lithosphere structure, and subduction zone processes. Her work integrates seismic imaging, machine learning, and numerical simulations to study phenomena like slab dynamics, mantle plumes, and fluid migration. Key themes include the interplay between tectonic forces and geochemical processes in continental and oceanic settings. Publications emphasize subduction zone processes, seismic tomography, and induced seismicity. She has led projects like the VoiLA initiative studying volatile recycling in the Lesser Antilles. Awards and recognition include invited lectures at leading conferences (AGU, EGU) and universities worldwide. Teaching includes undergraduate geodynamics, geohazards courses, and advanced MSc modeling modules. Active in promoting geohazard research through interdisciplinary collaboration and public engagement.

• Resources Engineering
• Geology
• Physical Geography and Environmental Geoscience
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Ji-Quan Shi is a Research Fellow in the Department of Earth Science & Engineering at Imperial College London's Faculty of Engineering. His affiliations include the Energy Futures Lab, Minerals, Energy and Environmental Engineering, and Petroleum Geoscience and Engineering. His research focuses on geomechanical and coupled THM (thermo-hydro-mechanical) modeling for CO2 storage, geothermal energy systems, and mining-induced seismicity. Key interests include induced seismicity risk assessment, reservoir simulation, and fracture mechanics in subsurface energy systems. Education background not explicitly stated in text, but his expertise spans geoscience, civil engineering, and environmental systems. Research areas emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to subsurface energy challenges, including carbon capture and storage (CCS), geothermal reservoir management, and coal mining hazards. His work combines field observations, numerical modeling, and laboratory experiments to address challenges like CO2 plume tracking, fault activation mechanisms, and microseismic event forecasting. Recent studies focus on Iceland's geothermal fields (Hellisheiði) and North African CO2 storage sites (In Salah). He has pioneered methods for integrating microseismic data with reservoir models to improve safety and efficiency in subsurface operations. Notable contributions include probabilistic frameworks for hazardous microseismicity prediction in coal mines and coupled modeling of thermal effects on induced seismicity. His research also explores innovative monitoring technologies like distributed fiber optic sensing for CO2 plume tracking.

Attila Balázsمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Geophysics
• Tectonics
• Sedimentary Geology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Attila Balázs is a Senior Researcher and Lecturer at ETH Zurich's Institute of Geophysics, affiliated with the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences. His research integrates numerical modeling with geological data to investigate tectonic-surface process interactions, focusing on orogen-basin systems and continental deformation. Key contributions include studies on back-arc basins, transform faults, and the Tibetan Plateau's uplift mechanisms. He holds the 2020 Flinn-Hart Award and an ETH Zurich Postdoctoral Fellowship. His work emphasizes geodynamic processes such as mantle delamination, slab dynamics, and crustal deformation patterns. Balázs collaborates with the Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Group and maintains an active research portfolio spanning field observations, seismic analysis, and 3D numerical simulations. Research Foci: Tectonic modeling, basin evolution, mantle dynamics, and crustal rheology Key Regions: Pannonian Basin, Tibetan Plateau, Adriatic Sea, Himalayas His articles highlight interdisciplinary approaches to understanding continental and oceanic tectonics, with recent emphasis on transform fault mechanics, triple junction dynamics, and the interplay between tectonics and climate.

Alan Rooneyمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Geochemistry
• Geochronology
• Climate Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alan Rooney is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences at Yale University, affiliated with the Yale School of Arts and Sciences. He leads the Rooney Geochronology and Geochemistry Group, which is part of the Yale Metal Geochemistry Center. His research integrates radiogenic isotope geochemistry (e.g., Re-Os, Sr, Nd) with field-based methods like sedimentology and stratigraphy to investigate tectonic, climatic, and biologic transitions in Earth history. Current projects include refining Neoproterozoic chronology, studying Mid-Pleistocene ice sheet dynamics, and advancing EARTHTIME’s Re-Os geochronometer standards. His research interests are centered on three main areas: 1) Proterozoic tectonics and eukaryotic diversification, 2) ice sheet dynamics over the last 5 million years using multiple geochemical proxies, and 3) radiogenic isotopes as tracers of crustal-mantle processes. He collaborates with researchers at Dartmouth College, Oxford University, and other institutions to address these topics. The Rooney Lab emphasizes experimental approaches, such as simulating seafloor weathering of mafic rocks, to better understand isotopic fluxes into the sedimentary record. His articles highlight a focus on geochronology and isotopic analysis to unravel climate-tectonic interactions, with recent work emphasizing the Great Oxidation Event, Ediacaran biogeochemical shifts, and Mid-Pleistocene glacial variability. These studies often combine field observations with laboratory experiments to deconvolve complex Earth system processes. Dr. Rooney has no listed scientific awards. He advises three graduate students: Gryphen Goss, Sam Shipman, and Carey Ciaburri. The lab’s NSF-funded involvement in EARTHTIME underscores its commitment to advancing geochronological standards. The Rooney Geochronology Lab operates within ultra-clean facilities equipped with advanced mass spectrometers (e.g., Thermo Fisher Neptune-Plus MC-ICP-MS, Triton-Plus TIMS), adjacent to the Microprobe Facility’s electron microprobe resources, enabling precise geochemical and petrological analyses.

• Thermo-tectonic evolution
• Continental crust
• Thermochronology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Stijn Glorie is an academic at the University of Adelaide, affiliated with the School of Physics, Chemistry and Earth Sciences under the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology. He holds the rank of Associate Professor since 2021 and is an ARC Future Fellow (2022–2025). His research focuses on the thermo-tectonic evolution of continental crust using multi-method thermochronology, including apatite U-Pb, fission track, Lu-Hf, and Re-Os dating. He has led the development of novel in situ dating techniques and applied these methods to regions like Central Asia, Australia, Antarctica, and India. Glorie teaches courses in Tectonics and Sedimentary Geology and coordinates research projects involving geochronology and continental evolution. His work spans from fundamental geochronological method development to applied studies addressing mountain-building, basin formation, and mineralization processes. He has contributed to major infrastructure initiatives like the AuScope EarthBank and GPlates projects, supporting industry-academia collaboration in resource geoscience. Education: PhD in Geology, Ghent University, Belgium (2012) Postdoctoral Researcher, Ghent University (2012–2013) Research Interests: Continental crust evolution and tectonic history Innovative thermochronology methods (LA-ICP-MS/MS, beta-decay dating) Fluid-assisted metamorphic processes Provenance analysis of sediments and detrital minerals Awards: ARC Future Fellowship (2022–2025) Grants/Supervision: Eligible to supervise Masters and PhD students Coordinates industry-academia partnerships through AuScope initiatives Labs/Teams: Advances in laser ablation geochronology techniques Collaborations on global thermochronology datasets (e.g., AusGeochem platform)

Boris Kausمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geodynamics
• Lithospheric Deformation
• Numerical Modeling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Boris Kaus is a Full Professor and Chair of Geophysics and Geodynamics at the Institute of Geosciences, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany. His research focuses on understanding geological processes from grain scale to planetary scale using mathematical and numerical models. Funded by the German Research Foundation, European Research Council, and BMBF, his work spans lithospheric deformation, melt migration, fold-and-thrust belts, and high-performance computing applications in geosciences. His research interests center on geodynamic modeling of lithospheric processes, including subduction zones, mantle convection, and crustal deformation. Kaus develops novel numerical approaches to simulate complex geological phenomena, with emphasis on coupling between erosion, lithosphere dynamics, and mantle flow. His group creates specialized software for high-performance computing systems to tackle multi-scale geophysical problems. His scientific awards include the Paul Niggli Medal, EGU Arne Richter Award, multiple ERC grants (Starting, Proof-of-Concept, Consolidator), and the Carl Friedrich Gauss Lecturer honor. He has received recognition for editorial contributions including G-Cubed's Excellence in Refereeing award. ERC Consolidator Grant MAGMA (2018-2023) ERC Proof of Concept Grant SALTED (2016-2017) ERC Starting Grant MODEL (2010-2015) John von Neumann Excellence Project for HPC ETH Medal for Ph.D. thesis Kaus actively supervises graduate students and leads research projects funded by major European and German agencies. His group develops open-source software like GeophysicalModelGenerator.jl and maintains strong collaborations with international institutions including ETH Zürich and USC. Current projects focus on magma dynamics, lithospheric shear localization, and the development of advanced numerical methods for geodynamic simulations. The research group operates within the Geodynamics & Geophysics team at JGU Mainz, utilizing high-performance computing resources and collaborating with multiple European research initiatives including IMPRS and FORTHEM networks. Their laboratory specializes in numerical modeling of Earth systems with applications to tectonics, volcanology, and crustal evolution.

Maik Schmelingمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Finance
• Empirical Asset Pricing
• Machine Learning in Asset Pricing
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Maik Schmeling is a Professor of Finance at the Department of Finance, Goethe University Frankfurt, and a Research Fellow at the Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR) in London. His research focuses on empirical asset pricing, machine learning applications in finance, international finance, FX markets, monetary policy impacts on financial markets, and textual analysis in finance. He supervises BSc and MSc theses through a centralized allocation process, emphasizing empirical analysis and collaboration with institutions like the SAFE Data Room. Research Areas: Empirical Asset Pricing, Machine Learning in Asset Pricing, International Finance and FX, Monetary Policy and Financial Markets, Analysis of Option-Implied Information, Banks and Global Dollar Funding, Non-bank Financial Intermediation, Textual Analysis in Finance, Money Markets. His recent publications span geophysics topics like melt migration, mantle convection, and subduction zone dynamics, though these appear unrelated to his current finance role. All articles are classified under geophysics and geodynamics keywords. No scientific awards or student names are mentioned in the provided texts.

Maggie Ellis Curryمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Tectonics
• Geomorphology
• Basin Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Maggie Ellis Curry is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Marine, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences at NC State University. She specializes in tectonics systems geology, focusing on ancient large-scale tectonic systems and their interactions with surface processes and basins. Her research combines numerical models with diverse datasets including thermochronology, geochronology, and geomorphic observations. Education: Ph.D. in Geosciences, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2015) M.S. in Geosciences, University of Texas at Austin (2009) B.A. in Geology, Ohio Wesleyan University (2007) Research Interests: Dr. Curry explores the feedbacks between tectonics, surface processes, and basins. Her work emphasizes thermochronology, numerical modeling (e.g., landscape evolution, thermo-kinematic models), and subsurface data integration. She utilizes high-performance computing (HPC) at NC State to develop and run large-scale simulations. Teaching: She instructs undergraduate and graduate courses in structural geology, geologic field methods, and tectonic systems. Her research spans global mountain ranges and basins, including studies in Alaska and North Carolina. Labs & Resources: Active in developing combined flexural and thermal subsidence models for tectonic basins, leveraging HPC infrastructure at NC State.

David Cornwellمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Geophysics
• Seismic Imaging
• Tectonics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

David Cornwell is a Senior Lecturer in Geophysics at the University of Aberdeen, based in the Department of Geology and Geophysics within the School of Geosciences. His research focuses on seismic imaging, tectonics, and post-subduction processes, with notable contributions to understanding continental rift zones and crustal structure. He holds a BSc in Geophysics from the University of Leicester, an MSc in Exploration Geophysics from the University of Leeds, and a PhD in Seismology from Leicester. Dr. Cornwell has held roles such as MSc Geophysics Programme Director and manages the Aberdeen University Geophysical Equipment Repository (AUGER). His recent work includes studies on northern Borneo's tectonic evolution and seismic activity in Greenland. He received the RAS Higher Education Award in 2024 for his teaching and research contributions. Education: BSc Geophysics (University of Leicester, 1999) MSc Exploration Geophysics (University of Leeds, 2001) PhD Seismology (University of Leicester, 2008) Research Interests: His studies integrate seismic tomography, field geophysics, and computational modeling to explore post-subduction tectonics, lithospheric dynamics, and crustal deformation. Recent projects include imaging Borneo's crustal structure and analyzing rockslide-generated tsunamis in Greenland. Publications: His recent articles highlight advancements in ambient noise tomography, lithospheric drip mechanisms, and global seismic oscillations induced by natural events. These contributions underscore his expertise in linking observational data with tectonic processes. Grants & Awards: In addition to the RAS award, he has led initiatives like the TARGET CDT for geothermal research and contributed to international projects such as IODP EXP395. Labs/Teams: He oversees the AUGER repository and collaborates with teams studying geothermal energy and crustal fluid flow. His work often involves interdisciplinary approaches, combining seismology with geological field studies.

• Geophysics
• Tectonics
• Geodynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

V. Strak is a researcher in the Department of Earth Sciences at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, specializing in geodynamic modeling and subduction zone dynamics. His work focuses on numerical simulations of tectonic processes, particularly in understanding slab dynamics, mantle flow interactions, and their implications for surface geology such as topography and seismic activity. Key affiliations: Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (corresponding author) Research interests include subduction zone evolution, continental collision processes, and the role of buoyancy-driven flows in shaping tectonic boundaries. His studies apply advanced numerical methods to investigate phenomena like flat slab subduction, slab rollback mechanisms, and mantle wedge dynamics. Recent work explores the interplay between subduction dynamics and intraplate volcanism (e.g., in Tibet) and the mechanisms driving India-Asia convergence. Findings contribute to understanding how mantle flow and plate interactions influence continental deformation and seismic hazards.

Nicholas Perezمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Tectonics
• Basin Dynamics
• Fold-thrust Belts
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Nicholas Perez is an Associate Professor at Texas A&M University, affiliated with the Basin Tectonic Group. His research focuses on tectonic processes such as basin dynamics, fold-thrust belts, and continental rifting. He investigates these phenomena through field and lab-based techniques, working in regions like the central Andes, Cascade Range, and Atlas Mountains. Perez holds a Ph.D. in Geological Sciences from the University of Texas at Austin (2015) and a B.S. in Geological Sciences (Special Honors) from the same university (2009). He has received notable awards including the NSF CAREER Award (2019) and the Dean's Distinguished Achievement Faculty Teaching Award (2020). His research emphasizes integrating sedimentology, structural geology, and thermochronology to understand mountain-building processes and crustal deformation. Key projects include studying the impact of flat-slab subduction on Andean tectonics and the role of structural inheritance in guiding deformation. Perez has advised multiple graduate students, including Pesek M. E., Gao Z., and Findlay C. P., and has led NSF-funded research initiatives. His work has been presented at major conferences like AGU and GSA, and he contributes to educational initiatives through the Center for Teaching Excellence. Perez is actively involved in the Basin Tectonic Group, which explores tectonic problems through multi-disciplinary approaches. His publications span over 30 peer-reviewed articles, focusing on topics like exhumation mechanisms, basin evolution, and Andean geodynamic processes. He has also contributed to invited presentations on cordilleran margin development and structural inheritance effects on deformation patterns.

Mateo Acostaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Geomechanics
• Earthquake Science
• Crustal Deformation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mateo Acosta is an Assistant Professor of Geomechanics at Virginia Tech, specializing in earthquake mechanics, crustal deformation, and geomorphic processes. He serves as Center Director of the Center for Geomechanics and Mitigation of Geohazards (GMG) and Associate Director of the Center for Autonomous Systems and Technologies, bridging geoscience with engineering applications. His research integrates field observations, seismological and geodetic measurements, remote sensing, and laboratory experiments to develop kinematic and dynamic models. Key projects include seismicity forecasting in subsurface engineering operations, hydrology-crustal deformation interactions, Martian dune dynamics, Himalayan and Tibetan tectonic studies, and postseismic deformation analysis. Recent publications focus on induced seismicity mitigation, geothermal reservoir optimization, fault hydraulic properties, and earthquake nucleation mechanisms. These works span 2017-2025 with recurring themes in geothermal energy applications, CO2 storage safety, and computational geomechanical modeling. Scientific awards : Resnick Graduate Scholar Acosta contributes to earthquake physics outreach through media appearances, including a PBS Interview on geothermal systems. His work connects geological processes with practical engineering solutions for geohazard mitigation.

Megan Muellerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Sedimentary Basin Analysis
• Detrital Geo-/Thermo-/Petrochronology
• Sedimentology/Stratigraphy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Megan Mueller is an NSF Postdoctoral Fellow at the Jackson School of Geosciences, The University of Texas at Austin. Her research focuses on reconstructing ancient subduction zones and continental collisions using sedimentary rocks, integrating field work, sedimentology, stratigraphy, and geochronology techniques such as detrital geo-/thermo-/petrochronology. She explores geodynamic links between tectonics, topography, magmatism, and biogeography through ancient sedimentary basins. Her expertise spans sedimentary basin analysis, detrital chronology methods, and orogenic evolution, with a focus on Anatolia and the Andes. Key research locations include Central Anatolia, western Anatolia, and the Acadian Basin in Pennsylvania. She has contributed to understanding continental collision processes, proto-plateau development, and the interplay between tectonics and climate. Mueller’s work has been recognized through the NSF Postdoctoral Fellowship, highlighting her contributions to geodynamic modeling and provenance analysis. Her research bridges field observations with advanced analytical techniques, offering novel insights into Earth’s surface and deep processes.

Behrooz Ferdowsiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computational Mechanics
• High Performance Computing
• Rheology of Granular Materials
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Behrooz Ferdowsi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Houston. His research bridges computational mechanics, granular physics, and Earth surface processes, with a focus on geohazard prediction and soil mechanics. Research Interests : Transient rheology of granular and disordered Earth materials Computational modeling using DEM, CFD-DEM, and FEM Frictional instability in landslides, earthquakes, and glacial systems Soil production and transport mechanisms Recent Article Trends : 2025 studies on fluid-saturated granular dynamics and landslide shear zones 2024 work on frozen soils, humidity effects, and soft matter physics 2023 publications on clayey materials, dilatancy, and 3D strain localization Scientific Awards : 2023 : American Chemical Society PRF-DNI Award 2017 : Harry H. Hess Postdoctoral Fellowship (Princeton) 2012 : Les Houches Winter School Scholarship Collaborations : Princeton University (Geosciences Department) Brown University (Fault Gouge Experiments) Hewlett Packard Enterprise Data Science Institute (University of Houston) For details about ongoing projects or advising opportunities, contact Behrooz directly at bferdowsi@uh.edu .

Adina Pusokمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Computational Geodynamics
• Magma Dynamics
• Tectonic Plate Boundary Processes
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Adina Pusok is a Royal Society University Research Fellow at the Department of Earth Sciences, University of Oxford, affiliated with Wolfson College. Her research focuses on computational geodynamics, particularly the interaction between magma dynamics and tectonic processes at plate boundaries. She develops numerical models to study melt generation, lithosphere deformation, and mantle flow. Pusok holds a DPhil in Geophysics from Johannes Gutenberg University (Mainz) and a MEarthSci from the University of Oxford. Education DPhil. Natural Sciences - Geophysics, Johannes Gutenberg University, Mainz (2012–2016) MEarthSci. Earth Sciences, University of Oxford (2008–2012) Research Interests Her work combines theoretical and computational approaches to model magma-lithosphere interactions, including processes like small-scale convection, dyke/sill emplacement, and thermochemical evolution of magma. She leads the OceanMelt project (Royal Society URF) and contributed to the ERC-funded RIFT-O-MAT project on magma-assisted tectonics. Pusok's models explore how magmatism shapes oceanic and continental rifts through advanced numerical frameworks. Software Contributions She co-developed the FD-PDE framework (PETSc-based) for magma dynamics simulations and contributed to the LaMEM code for thermo-mechanical geodynamics. These tools are used to model processes like melt extraction, lithosphere extension, and mid-ocean ridge dynamics. Awards Royal Society University Research Fellowship (2024–present) Advising & Grants Pusok's research is supported by the Royal Society and ERC. Her team's work on RIFT-O-MAT advanced numerical tools for understanding magma-tectonic interactions. Current projects focus on inefficient melt transport mechanisms and their implications for lithosphere architecture. Labs/Teams Part of the FoaLab research group, which conducts interdisciplinary studies on lithosphere dynamics and magma processes.