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
- PhD, University of California, Berkeley