Asst Professor of Geophysics

Research Interests:

• Computational geodynamics
• Dynamics of the lithosphere
• Achieving a fully dynamical theory for plate tectonics
• Global tectonics and the history plate motions
• Mantle dynamics
• Subduction processes
• Tectonic evolution of western North America
• Planetary geophysics: thermal and tectonic evolution of icy and terrestrial planets and moons
• Rotational stability of planets
• Core-mantle boundary interactions
• Archean geodynamics
• Formation and dispersal of supercontinents
• Application of high-performance computing and advanced visualization systems to geodynamics

Degrees:

• B.A., Bowdoin College
• Ph.D., University of California, Berkeley