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EJ Catlos is a geologist at the Jackson School of Geosciences at the University of Texas at Austin. His research focuses on the tectonic and metamorphic evolution of mountain ranges, investigating how the Earth has changed over geological time. He applies and develops accessory mineral geochronology to address broad questions regarding the Earth’s history, including the modeling of heat, mass, and fluid flow in fault systems. With a strong commitment to geoscience education and mentorship, Catlos also emphasizes the importance of fieldwork in understanding geological processes. His specific research interests encapsulate the impacts of subduction on extension in regions like Western Turkey and the extrusive and exhumation processes in the Western Carpathians, alongside studies on the timing of Earth's terrestrialization by plants and early animals.
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