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Daniel Bowden is a lecturer in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at ETH Zurich. His research primarily focuses on Seismology, specifically within the Wave Physics group. He joined ETH Zurich in August 2018 after completing his PhD at Caltech and has a Bachelor's Degree from the University of California, San Diego, obtained in 2010. Before his current role, he worked briefly with the U.S. Geological Survey in Golden, Colorado. His research interests include seismic hazard assessment and crustal scale tomography, with an emphasis on understanding the 3D structure of the Earth's crust and its effects on wave propagation during earthquake events. Bowden employs various methods, including novel ambient-noise-based array processing techniques, and advocates for the integration of empirical observations with physics-driven analytical approximations in modern high-performance computing simulations. He is dedicated to advancing research that provides practical solutions to societal challenges, emphasizing the intersection of science and engineering.
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