Professor Dr. Andrew Newman

Biography

Andrew Newman is a Professor in the School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at the Georgia Institute of Technology. His research focuses on understanding active deformation of the Earth's lithosphere, including seismic and volcanic provinces and their impact on society. He works extensively on natural geologic hazards, emphasizing studies related to earthquake zones and lithospheric forcing, which includes investigating earthquake faulting, failure mechanics, and the factors controlling recurrence of large seismic events. In volcanic regions, he examines magmatic source physics, rheology, and ground deformation interpretation. His approach utilizes a broad spectrum of geophysical tools including seismology and geodesy, which are effective across a range of frequencies from low ground deformation to high-frequency earthquake rupture activity. Through collaboration, Newman integrates thermal, hydrogeologic, gravity, and petrologic tools to gain insights into fundamental geophysical processes.

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