Dr. Danny Stockli

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Biography

Danny Stockli is a Professor and Department Chair in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at the Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas at Austin. He holds the Chevron (Gulf) Centennial Professorship in Geology. Stockli's research focuses on thermochronology, geochronology, and tectonics to address geological problems. His work includes the study of structural geology and the application of isotopic analyses. He has led various research projects, examining geological evolution in locations such as the Alps and the Red Sea, while also exploring noble gas thermochronometers and innovative geochronological methods. His academic journey includes post-doctoral research at Caltech and over a decade of teaching experience at the University of Kansas. Since joining UT Austin in 2011, he has established a state-of-the-art laboratory for geo-thermochronology and has been actively involved in various collaborative research initiatives and has received notable awards for his contributions to the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor and Department Chair

2011-01-01 — Present

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

Oversees the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, leading academic and research initiatives.

Assistant Professor

2001-01-01 — 2011-01-01

University of Kansas •

Taught courses in geology, specializing in thermochronology and tectonics.

Awards

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JSG Outstanding Researcher Award

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GSA Fellow

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Science Performance Award (Full Professor Level)

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
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