Supported by the Canadian federal government’s New Frontiers in Research Fund, Professor Hanika Rizo and her team are investigating the microbial processes of some very small organisms to address big questions like:
Prof. Elliott Skierszhan, is sharing his expertise in a CBC interview at the 12th annual International Permafrost Conference in Whitehorse! Researchers and scientists from around the globe are gathering to compare notes and advance our understanding of permafrost.
Dr. Hanika Rizo, was awarded a New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) grant. Her project, together with a multidisciplinary team are exploring the origins of life through a study on ancient microorganisms' use of tungsten. They're looking at extremophiles in deep ocean vents, similar to early Earth environments.
Carleton has awarded six students funding to support summer research projects related to equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI). One of the recipients is Carleton Earth Science's very own, Martina Boddy!
Carleton Scientist in Residence and Adjunct Professor Dr. Richard Ernst studies massive volcanic events called Large Igneous Provinces (LIPs). He explores their structure, distribution, and origin as well as their connection with natural resources.
Carlos Braga, a MSc student of Dr. Richard Ernst and Dr. Hafida El Bilali, successfully defended his thesis in January and has just published in the journal Planetary and Space Science. This paper is entitled: Geological history of the Atira Mons large shield volcano, Beta Regio, Venus.
The Department recently came together to honor Professor Sharon Carr for her 33 years of dedication, service, and outstanding contributions to geology education and research! We wish Sharon a long and happy retirement as she concludes a remarkable career in our department.