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Geodynamics

edited by João Paulo de Souza Bueno

João Paulo de Souza Bueno is a Brazilian PhD student researching salt tectonics and the thermal blanket effect, with a particular focus on how it can alter the topography and temperature field of rifted margins using geodynamic models. He is also a GIS programmer and an environmental geologist with experience in geotechnical work, geological risk assessment, and mapping.

Destruction of North China Craton: through the chronotunnel of time

and May 13, 2026
Destruction of North China Craton: through the chronotunnel of time

The Asian continent has fascinated the world for at least 3,000 years with its music, food, and discoveries, as well as its breathtaking landscapes. Most of these incredible landscapes are formed by mountains that can be considered geologically “recent” (such as the Cenozoic formation of the Himalayas). However, there are also ancient terrains, pre-dating the Mesozoic, that pose intrig ...[Read More]

From Rocks to Models: Reconciling Field Geology with Geodynamic Simulations

and September 10, 2025
From Rocks to Models: Reconciling Field Geology with Geodynamic Simulations

When reading a scientific paper or a text explaining the physical workings of the Earth, one of the most striking aspects is the methodological approach—sometimes involving numerical models, other times fieldwork and/or rock geochemistry. This diversity of approaches can initially cause some discomfort, a feeling that things are like square pegs in round holes. How can a computer model dialogue wi ...[Read More]