Work with thought leaders and academic experts in Geophysics
Companies can greatly benefit from working with Geophysics experts. Their expertise in seismic imaging, geophysical modeling, and data analysis can help improve exploration and production processes, optimize resource management, and mitigate environmental risks. Geophysicists can also provide valuable insights for infrastructure development, such as assessing ground stability and identifying potential geological hazards. Additionally, their knowledge of subsurface characterization can support geotechnical engineering projects and enhance the understanding of geological formations. Collaborating with Geophysics researchers can lead to innovative solutions, cost savings, and improved decision-making.
Researchers on NotedSource with backgrounds in Geophysics include Philip Ball, Noel M. Jackson, PhD, Ramil Ahmadov, PhD, Ben Bartlett, Tristan Childress, Baidurya Bhattacharya, and TuongThuy Vu.
Philip Ball
Philip Ball has 20 years’ experience within international energy exploration and development within the Oil and Gas, Geothermal and Natural Hydrogen Industries.
Education
London School of Business and Finance
MBA, Business / June, 2020
Royal Holloway University of London
Ph.D., Geology / February, 2005
Royal Holloway University of London
M.Sc., Geoscience / September, 2000
Experience
Keele University
Honorary Senior Researcher / October, 2017 — Present
Honorary Researcher
CATF
Chief of Geothermal Innovation / February, 2022 — March, 2024
Advocacy and Research into Superhot rock geothermal
NHV
Chief Scientist / January, 2023 — Present
The Worlds first Natural Hydrogen Investment Fund
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61 total publications
The Norway Basin revisited: From continental breakup to spreading ridge extinction
Marine and Petroleum Geology / Aug 01, 2012
Gernigon, L., Gaina, C., Olesen, O., Ball, P. J., Péron-Pinvidic, G., & Yamasaki, T. (2012). The Norway Basin revisited: From continental breakup to spreading ridge extinction. Marine and Petroleum Geology, 35(1), 1–19. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marpetgeo.2012.02.015
Insights from the Jan Mayen system in the Norwegian-Greenland sea-I. Mapping of a microcontinent
Geophysical Journal International / Sep 07, 2012
Peron-Pinvidic, G., Gernigon, L., Gaina, C., & Ball, P. (2012). Insights from the Jan Mayen system in the Norwegian-Greenland sea-I. Mapping of a microcontinent: Mapping of the Jan Mayen microcontinent. Geophysical Journal International, 191(2), 385–412. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-246x.2012.05639.x
The spatial and temporal evolution of strain during the separation of Australia and Antarctica
Geochemistry, Geophysics, Geosystems / Aug 01, 2013
Ball, P., Eagles, G., Ebinger, C., McClay, K., & Totterdell, J. (2013). The spatial and temporal evolution of strain during the separation of Australia and Antarctica. Geochemistry, Geophysics, Geosystems, 14(8), 2771–2799. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1002/ggge.20160
Deformable plate tectonic models of the southern North Atlantic
Journal of Geodynamics / Jul 01, 2019
Peace, A. L., Welford, J. K., Ball, P. J., & Nirrengarten, M. (2019). Deformable plate tectonic models of the southern North Atlantic. Journal of Geodynamics, 128, 11–37. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jog.2019.05.005
Insights from the Jan Mayen system in the Norwegian-Greenland Sea-II. Architecture of a microcontinent
Geophysical Journal International / Sep 07, 2012
Peron-Pinvidic, G., Gernigon, L., Gaina, C., & Ball, P. (2012). Insights from the Jan Mayen system in the Norwegian-Greenland Sea-II. Architecture of a microcontinent: Architecture of the Jan Mayen microcontinent. Geophysical Journal International, 191(2), 413–435. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-246x.2012.05623.x
Reconstruction of the East Africa and Antarctica continental margins
Journal of Geophysical Research: Solid Earth / Jun 01, 2016
Nguyen, L. C., Hall, S. A., Bird, D. E., & Ball, P. J. (2016). Reconstruction of the East Africa and Antarctica continental margins. Journal of Geophysical Research: Solid Earth, 121(6), 4156–4179. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1002/2015jb012776
Oblique continental rifting and long transform fault formation based on 3D thermomechanical numerical modeling
Tectonophysics / Oct 01, 2018
Ammann, N., Liao, J., Gerya, T., & Ball, P. (2018). Oblique continental rifting and long transform fault formation based on 3D thermomechanical numerical modeling. Tectonophysics, 746, 106–120. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tecto.2017.08.015
Controls on the Thermomechanical Evolution of Hyperextended Lithosphere at Magma‐Poor Rifted Margins: The Example of Espirito Santo and the Kwanza Basins
Geochemistry, Geophysics, Geosystems / Nov 01, 2019
Lavier, L. L., Ball, P. J., Manatschal, G., Heumann, M. J., MacDonald, J., Matt, V. J., & Schneider, C. (2019). Controls on the Thermomechanical Evolution of Hyperextended Lithosphere at Magma‐Poor Rifted Margins: The Example of Espirito Santo and the Kwanza Basins. Geochemistry, Geophysics, Geosystems, 20(11), 5148–5176. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1029/2019gc008580
Integration of gravity, magnetic, and seismic data for subsalt modeling in the Northern Red Sea
Interpretation / Apr 21, 2021
Le Magoarou, C., Hirsch, K., Fleury, C., Martin, R., Ramirez-Bernal, J., & Ball, P. (2021). Integration of gravity, magnetic, and seismic data for subsalt modeling in the Northern Red Sea. Interpretation, 9(2), T507–T521. https://doi.org/10.1190/int-2019-0232.1
Lithospheric Mantle Evolution during Continental Break-Up: The West Iberia Non-Volcanic Passive Margin
Journal of Petrology / Jul 25, 2005
CHAZOT, G., CHARPENTIER, S., KORNPROBST, J., VANNUCCI, R., & LUAIS, B. (2005). Lithospheric Mantle Evolution during Continental Break-Up: The West Iberia Non-Volcanic Passive Margin. Journal of Petrology, 46(12), 2527–2568. https://doi.org/10.1093/petrology/egi064
Seismic surveys in the Northern Red Sea: asymmetric crustal structure
Tectonophysics / Nov 01, 1991
Rihm, R., Makris, J., & Möller, L. (1991). Seismic surveys in the Northern Red Sea: asymmetric crustal structure. Tectonophysics, 198(2–4), 279–295. https://doi.org/10.1016/0040-1951(91)90156-m
Formation of SDRs-Ocean transition at magma-rich rifted margins: Significance of a mantle seismic reflector at the western Demerara margin
Tectonophysics / Dec 01, 2022
Gómez-Romeu, J., Kusznir, N., Ducoux, M., Jammes, S., Ball, P., Calassou, S., & Masini, E. (2022). Formation of SDRs-Ocean transition at magma-rich rifted margins: Significance of a mantle seismic reflector at the western Demerara margin. Tectonophysics, 845, 229624. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tecto.2022.229624
Cretaceous-Tertiary geodynamics: a North Atlantic exercise
Geophysical Journal International / Sep 01, 2001
Torsvik, T. H., Mosar, J., & Eide, E. A. (2001). Cretaceous-Tertiary geodynamics: a North Atlantic exercise. Geophysical Journal International, 146(3), 850–866. https://doi.org/10.1046/j.0956-540x.2001.01511.x
Imaging Pleistocene volcanic edifices along the Egyptian Red Sea margin: Insights from reflection seismics and 3D constrained inversion of gravity and magnetic data
Journal of Volcanology and Geothermal Research / Apr 01, 2024
Ali, M., Decarlis, A., Geng, M., Bosworth, W., Ball, P. J., Ligi, M., & Ceriani, A. (2024). Imaging Pleistocene volcanic edifices along the Egyptian Red Sea margin: Insights from reflection seismics and 3D constrained inversion of gravity and magnetic data. Journal of Volcanology and Geothermal Research, 448, 108038. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jvolgeores.2024.108038
Mesozoic-Cenozoic deformation in the Canadian Cordillera: The record of a “Continental Bulldozer”?
Tectonophysics / Apr 01, 2019
Monger, J. W. H., & Gibson, H. D. (2019). Mesozoic-Cenozoic deformation in the Canadian Cordillera: The record of a “Continental Bulldozer”? Tectonophysics, 757, 153–169. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tecto.2018.12.023
How do detachment faults form at ultraslow mid-ocean ridges in a thick axial lithosphere?
Earth and Planetary Science Letters / Mar 01, 2020
Bickert, M., Lavier, L., & Cannat, M. (2020). How do detachment faults form at ultraslow mid-ocean ridges in a thick axial lithosphere? Earth and Planetary Science Letters, 533, 116048. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.epsl.2019.116048
Rift-related magmatism on magma-poor margins: Structural and potential-field analyses of the Mesozoic Notre Dame Bay intrusions, Newfoundland, Canada and their link to North Atlantic Opening
Tectonophysics / Oct 01, 2018
Peace, A. L., Welford, J. K., Geng, M., Sandeman, H., Gaetz, B. D., & Ryan, S. S. (2018). Rift-related magmatism on magma-poor margins: Structural and potential-field analyses of the Mesozoic Notre Dame Bay intrusions, Newfoundland, Canada and their link to North Atlantic Opening. Tectonophysics, 745, 24–45. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tecto.2018.07.025
Upper-plate magma-poor rifted margins: Stratigraphic architecture and structural evolution
Marine and Petroleum Geology / Jan 01, 2016
Haupert, I., Manatschal, G., Decarlis, A., & Unternehr, P. (2016). Upper-plate magma-poor rifted margins: Stratigraphic architecture and structural evolution. Marine and Petroleum Geology, 69, 241–261. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marpetgeo.2015.10.020
Upper-mantle seismic structure in a region of incipient continental breakup: northern Ethiopian rift
Geophysical Journal International / Aug 01, 2005
Bastow, I. D., Stuart, G. W., Kendall, J.-M., & Ebinger, C. J. (2005). Upper-mantle seismic structure in a region of incipient continental breakup: northern Ethiopian rift. Geophysical Journal International, 162(2), 479–493. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-246x.2005.02666.x
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Ramil Ahmadov, PhD
Senior Technical Advisor with 20 years of experience and a PhD (Geosciences) from Stanford Univeristy.
Education
Stanford University
Ph.D., Geophysics / May, 2011
Stanford University
M.S., Geophysics / June, 2009
Stanford University
M.S., Geological and Environmental Sciences / June, 2006
Experience
University of Houston
Adjunct Faculty / January, 2019 — Present
Natural Sciences Department: courses taught – Hydrogeology (incl. lab section), Petroleum Geology (incl. lab section), Meteorology (incl. lab section), Oceanography (incl. lab section).
CGG
Sr. Geophysical Advisor / June, 2019 — June, 2022
Global Product Strategy Manager for Geophysics within GeoSoftware. MVP-to-commercialization (end-to-end, closed loop) of three geophysical software packages. Development, testing, implementation, and client support of all aspects of geophysics and petrophysics products and workflows within four software packages. Marketing and branding of all rock physics products within all CGG’s software packages. Leadership, supervision, and training (internal and external) of junior and senior scientists, an academic liaison to universities, agencies, and consortia.
New England Research
Principal Scientist / October, 2016 — June, 2019
One of the main contributors to the 15% Year/Year growth of service projects for three consecutive years. Headed and operated Houston laboratory/office of the company: services, business development, B2B sales, branding, product development and marketing.
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11 total publications
Confocal laser scanning and atomic-force microscopy in estimation of elastic properties of the organic-rich Bazhenov Formation
The Leading Edge / Jan 01, 2009
Ahmadov, R., Vanorio, T., & Mavko, G. (2009). Confocal laser scanning and atomic-force microscopy in estimation of elastic properties of the organic-rich Bazhenov Formation. The Leading Edge, 28(1), 18–23. https://doi.org/10.1190/1.3064141
Bed-parallel compaction bands in aeolian sandstone: Their identification, characterization and implications
Tectonophysics / Dec 01, 2009
Aydin, A., & Ahmadov, R. (2009). Bed-parallel compaction bands in aeolian sandstone: Their identification, characterization and implications. Tectonophysics, 479(3–4), 277–284. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tecto.2009.08.033
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Ben Bartlett
Quantum Computer Scientist at Stanford
Education
Stanford University
PhD, Applied Physics
Stanford University
MS, Electrical Engineering
California Institute of Technology
BS, Physics, Computer Science
Experience
Stanford University
PhD Student / 2017 — Present
AT&T Foundry
2017 — 2017
SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory
Undergraduate researcher / 2016 — 2016
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Other Research Expertise (7)
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13 total publications
Analysis of a Precambrian resonance-stabilized day length
Geophysical Research Letters / Jun 15, 2016
Bartlett, B. C., & Stevenson, D. J. (2016). Analysis of a Precambrian resonance-stabilized day length. Geophysical Research Letters, 43(11), 5716–5724. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1002/2016gl068912
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Tristan Childress
Research Associate at the Bureau of Economic Geology
Education
The University of Michigan
PhD, Earth and Environmental Sciences / January, 2019
Experience
The University of Texas at Austin Bureau of Economic Geology
Research Associate / November, 2020 — Present
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Other Research Expertise (3)
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3 total publications
Triple Oxygen (δ18O, Δ17O), Hydrogen (δ2H), and Iron (δ56Fe) Stable Isotope Signatures Indicate a Silicate Magma Source and Magmatic-Hydrothermal Genesis for Magnetite Orebodies at El Laco, Chile
Economic Geology / Nov 01, 2020
Childress, T., Simon, A. C., Reich, M., Barra, F., Bilenker, L. D., La Cruz, N. L., Bindeman, I. N., & Ovalle, J. T. (2020). Triple Oxygen (δ18O, Δ17O), Hydrogen (δ2H), and Iron (δ56Fe) Stable Isotope Signatures Indicate a Silicate Magma Source and Magmatic-Hydrothermal Genesis for Magnetite Orebodies at El Laco, Chile. Economic Geology, 115(7), 1519–1536. https://doi.org/10.5382/econgeo.4760
Formation of the Mantoverde iron oxide-copper-gold (IOCG) deposit, Chile: insights from Fe and O stable isotopes and comparisons with iron oxide-apatite (IOA) deposits
Mineralium Deposita / Jan 20, 2020
Childress, T. M., Simon, A. C., Reich, M., Barra, F., Arce, M., Lundstrom, C. C., & Bindeman, I. N. (2020). Formation of the Mantoverde iron oxide-copper-gold (IOCG) deposit, Chile: insights from Fe and O stable isotopes and comparisons with iron oxide-apatite (IOA) deposits. Mineralium Deposita, 55(7), 1489–1504. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00126-019-00936-x
The Geochemistry of Magnetite and Apatite from the El Laco Iron Oxide-Apatite Deposit, Chile: Implications for Ore Genesis
Economic Geology / Nov 01, 2020
La Cruz, N. L., Ovalle, J. T., Simon, A. C., Konecke, B. A., Barra, F., Reich, M., Leisen, M., & Childress, T. M. (2020). The Geochemistry of Magnetite and Apatite from the El Laco Iron Oxide-Apatite Deposit, Chile: Implications for Ore Genesis. Economic Geology, 115(7), 1461–1491. https://doi.org/10.5382/econgeo.4753
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Baidurya Bhattacharya
Computational mechanics, probabilistic risk analysis, statistical inference, Monte Carlo simulations
Education
Johns Hopkins University
PhD, Civil Engineering / January, 1997
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
B.Tech (hons.), Civil Engineering / April, 1991
Experience
University of Delaware
Visiting Professor / September, 2022 — Present
Assistant Professor / August, 2001 — February, 2006
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
Professor / February, 2006 — Present
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91 total publications
An assessment of IS codal provisions for the design of low rise steel moment frames through incremental dynamic analysis
Bulletin of Earthquake Engineering / Nov 17, 2010
Patra, P., & Bhattacharya, B. (2010). An assessment of IS codal provisions for the design of low rise steel moment frames through incremental dynamic analysis. Bulletin of Earthquake Engineering, 9(2), 581–602. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10518-010-9223-5
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TuongThuy Vu
Geospatial Scientist with over 20-year experiences focusing in data fusion and applications to environmental and disaster management. Also, 10-years experiences as manager and senior executive in higher education.
Education
Royal Institute of Technology
Docent, Geoinformatics
Asian Institute of Technology
DrEng, Remote Sensing and GIS / August, 2003
Asian Institute of Technology
MEng, Remote Sensing and GIS / August, 2000
Experience
Curtin University Malaysia
January, 2020 — Present
Hoa Sen University
July, 2017 — December, 2019
University of Nottingham - Malaysia Campus
Associate Professor / January, 2013 — June, 2017
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Other Research Expertise (29)
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71 total publications
Detection and Animation of Damage using very High-Resolution Satellite Data following the 2003 Bam, Iran, Earthquake
Earthquake Spectra / Dec 01, 2005
Vu, T. T., Matsuoka, M., & Yamazaki, F. (2005). Detection and Animation of Damage using very High-Resolution Satellite Data following the 2003 Bam, Iran, Earthquake. Earthquake Spectra, 21(1_suppl), 319–327. https://doi.org/10.1193/1.2101127
Visual Damage Interpretation of Buildings in Bam City using QuickBird Images following the 2003 Bam, Iran, Earthquake
Earthquake Spectra / Dec 01, 2005
Yamazaki, F., Yano, Y., & Matsuoka, M. (2005). Visual Damage Interpretation of Buildings in Bam City using QuickBird Images following the 2003 Bam, Iran, Earthquake. Earthquake Spectra, 21(1_suppl), 329–336. https://doi.org/10.1193/1.2101807
REMOTE SENSING TECHNOLOGIES IN POST-DISASTER DAMAGE ASSESSMENT
Journal of Earthquake and Tsunami / Sep 01, 2007
YAMAZAKI, F., & MATSUOKA, M. (2007). REMOTE SENSING TECHNOLOGIES IN POST-DISASTER DAMAGE ASSESSMENT. Journal of Earthquake and Tsunami, 01(03), 193–210. https://doi.org/10.1142/s1793431107000122
Reconnaissance Technologies Used after the 2004 Niigata Ken Chuetsu, Japan, Earthquake
Earthquake Spectra / Mar 01, 2006
Huyck, C. K., Matsuoka, M., Takahashi, Y., & Vu, T. T. (2006). Reconnaissance Technologies Used after the 2004 Niigata Ken Chuetsu, Japan, Earthquake. Earthquake Spectra, 22(1_suppl), 133–145. https://doi.org/10.1193/1.2172913
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Example Geophysics projects
How can companies collaborate more effectively with researchers, experts, and thought leaders to make progress on Geophysics?
Optimizing Oil and Gas Exploration
A Geophysics expert can utilize advanced seismic imaging techniques to accurately map subsurface structures and identify potential hydrocarbon reservoirs. This can significantly improve the success rate of exploration activities and reduce drilling costs.
Monitoring Groundwater Resources
By applying geophysical methods, companies can assess the quantity and quality of groundwater resources. Geophysicists can provide valuable insights into aquifer properties, recharge rates, and potential contamination risks, enabling effective water resource management.
Assessing Geohazards for Infrastructure Projects
Geophysics experts can conduct detailed surveys to assess the stability of the ground and identify potential geohazards, such as landslides, sinkholes, or subsidence. This information is crucial for infrastructure development, ensuring the safety and longevity of projects.
Optimizing Renewable Energy Site Selection
Geophysical surveys can help identify suitable locations for renewable energy projects, such as wind farms or geothermal power plants. Geophysicists can assess subsurface conditions, such as rock properties and geothermal gradients, to optimize energy production and minimize risks.
Understanding Earthquake Hazards
Geophysics researchers can analyze seismic data and conduct geophysical modeling to better understand earthquake hazards. This knowledge can support the development of effective mitigation strategies, improve building codes, and enhance disaster preparedness.