Researchers | Geophysical Institute

Laura Conner

GI Associate Director

Develops science learning programs and studies science identity, interest and motivation

Peter Damiano

Space Physics & Aeronomy

Uses simulations to study particle acceleration and Alfven wave dynamics in space plasmas

Jennifer Delamere

GINA Director

Oversees the Geographic Information Network of Alaska

Peter Delamere

Space Physics & Aeronomy

Studies magnetospheric physics with emphasis on the numerical simulation of space plasmas

Mark Fahnestock

Snow, Ice & Permafrost

Applies remote sensing and field work to study ice flow and glacier change

Louise Farquharson

Snow, Ice & Permafrost

Explores how high-latitude landscapes respond to climate change

David Fee

AVO Coordinating Scientist

Uses infrasound and seismic data to study volcanic eruptions and other explosions

Indujaa Ganesh

Remote Sensing

Volcanology

Studies volcanism in the inner solar system using radar remote sensing, theoretical modeling and geophysical imaging

Társilo Girona

Seismology & Geodesy

Volcanology

Explores the precursory activity of volcanic eruptions and earthquakes by combining physics- and data-based models

Ronni Grapenthin

Seismology & Geodesy

Volcanology

Studies volcanoes, earthquakes and other crustal deformation processes with GPS and InSAR

Don Hampton

PFRR Chief Scientist

Uses optical instruments to observe and study the aurora and upper atmosphere

Michael Hatfield

Remote Sensing

Uses Unmanned Aircraft Systems to monitor mine safety, operation, and emergency response

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