Geophysics

Seismology: Mackay operates a major regional seismic network and uses the data to examine causes and source physics of earthquakes.
Earthquake Hazards: study and model earthquake ground motions from all over the world. Geophysical Exploration: use seismic, electrical, and other geophysical techniques to locate hidden resources.
Remote Sensing: use satellite data to study resources and global change.

Paleomagnetism: use the changing magnetic field of the earth, frozen in rocks and sediments, to learn how the earth has deformed over thousands to millions of years.

Global Positioning System: study signals from satellites to monitor locations within millimeters and learn how the earth is deforming now.

Degrees Offered: M.S., Ph.D.

More information:
www.unr.edu/geology/programs/grad/geophysics.html

Required Standardized Test: GRE

Application Deadlines: Fall: Feb. 1, Spring: Sept. 15

Graduate Program Director:
Paula Noble, noblepj@unr.edu