PhD - Analogue modelling of pyroclastic density current deposition (2010) Lond.
P.G.C.E. in Secondary Science (2003) Brunel.
MSci Geoscience (2001) Lond.
I offer a wide range of outreach activities which can be tailored to suit a variety of audiences. Many of these are particularly well suited to KS 3 4 and 5 students of geography and science, and activities can be tied into specific sections of the curricula where appropriate. Activities may be presented as lectures, seminars, tutorials, practicals or a combination of the above, and can in most cases be provided as anything between 45 minute to full day activities.
Example topics might include:
I maintain a general interest geology blog at http://lithics.wordpress.com
Researcher in volcaniclastic and turbidite sedimentology, with interests in analogue and numerical modelling of gravity current flow and deposition. Current research is targetted at the forward and inverse modelling of turbidity current deposition, with application to the exploitation of turbidite sands as hydrocarbon reservoirs. This work is being carried out in collaboration with Midland Valley Exploration Ltd, and funded by the Technology Strategy Board.
I have ongoing research interests in the behaviour of pyroclastic flows, their interaction with volcanic slopes, and the nature of their basal flow contact. This work has involved the design and execution of large suites of novel analogue experiments, investigating the ability of dense granular currents to flow and deposit, and the extent and manner in which they interact with loose substrate materials. These experiments act as an analogue for the behaviour at the base of debris flows, dense pyroclastic flows, and other high concentration shearing gravity currents.
An enthusiastic and dynamic teacher and lecturer, with Qualified Teacher Status, and almost 10 years experience teaching in Secondary, Further and Higher Education.
Recent lecturing has included:
As well as these commitments I provide a number of outreach sessions to schools (see section below for more details).
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
Research output: Thesis › Doctoral Thesis
Activity: Other › Public engagement, outreach and knowledge exchange - Public Lecture/debate/seminar
Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participation in conference
Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participation in conference
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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