Researcher biography
Qualifications
Bachelor of Geoscience, University of New England
Bachelor of Science (Geology)(Hons), University of Adelaide
Project title:
Magmatic architecture and dynamics across arc volcanoes
Project description:
Volcanic systems are inherently complex and understanding the processes occurring within sub-surface plumbing systems is crucial for identifying volcanic eruption triggers that can help forecast future volcanic eruptions.
This project will first optimise high-resolution matrix geochemistry methods, previously developed by Ubide’s team for lava flows, to analyse tephra (volcanic ash). The work will focus on Mount Etna, one of the most active volcanoes on Earth and with an extensive sample set available at UQ. Expanding on this foundation, the project will apply state-of-the-art in-situ geochemistry on erupted melts and crystals. The student will conduct field work in the Sunda-Banda Arc region in Indonesia to explore magmatic processes, plumbing systems and tipping mechanisms that give rise to explosive vs. effusive volcanism.
By correlating these findings with data from Mount Etna, the study aims to identify eruption triggers and conditions across arc settings and provide insight into the drivers of current volcanism for future eruption monitoring.
Funding
Australian Research Council (ARC) Future Fellowship
Advisors/supervisors:
Assoc Prof Teresa Ubide Garralda & Professor Gideon Rosenbaum