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Geodynamics

edited by Constanza Rodriguez Piceda

She is a postdoctoral researcher at University of Plymouth (UK). Her research interests span from the role of fault networks with complex geometries in earthquake processes to the link of the lithospheric structure with observed seismic deformation. She is co-editor-in-chief of the GD blog team.

How do rocks fail and flow: A beginners guide to rock rheology

How do rocks fail and flow: A beginners guide to rock rheology

The field of rock rheology may seem a bit ‘odd’ at first glance to those geoscientists who are vaguely familiarized with the topic of geodynamics. Often, rocks are considered massive and competent geomaterials that display a sudden (and sometimes violent) brittle failure (earthquake alert!). However, when considering the high temperatures and large timescale characteristics of most geo ...[Read More]

Balancing pregnancy, family, and a scientific career: a look at the challenges faced by women in STEAM

Balancing pregnancy, family, and a scientific career: a look at the challenges faced by women in STEAM

In this week’s blog post, Dr. Katherine Villavicencio (University of Pisa) explores how women in STEAM navigate pregnancy and family life while advancing in their careers and examines the support (or lack thereof) provided by academic and research institutions. Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) careers are undoubtedly demanding. For women in these fields, juggling the ...[Read More]

Iris van Zelst – GD Outstanding ECS Award 2025

Iris van Zelst – GD Outstanding ECS Award 2025

The 2025 Outstanding Early Career Scientist Award of the Geodynamics Division was awarded to Iris van Zelst in recognition of her outstanding ability to connect research fields including earthquake dynamics, planetary sciences and geodynamics, along with her profound engagement with science outreach and promotion of diverse and inclusive working enviroments. In this interview, Iris -also former EG ...[Read More]

Neil Ribe – Augustus Love Medallist 2025

Neil Ribe – Augustus Love Medallist 2025

The 2025 Augustus Love Medal of the Geodynamics Division was awarded to Neil Ribe in recognition of his outstanding and fundamental contributions to a wide range of problems in geodynamics using rigorous mathematical approaches. In this interview, he talks about his research and how he got involved in geodynamics, while also sharing his thoughts on what the future might hold for the discipline. Ne ...[Read More]