Dr. Eric Dunham

Biography

Eric M. Dunham is a Professor in the Department of Geophysics at Stanford University, where he leads a research group focused on the development and application of physics-based computational simulations to characterize and understand earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanoes. His research investigates fundamental mechanical processes governing these natural phenomena and aims to develop numerical models that incorporate these processes while validating them against geophysical observations. Specific research areas include earthquake rupture dynamics, earthquake source processes—including subduction zones, induced seismicity, volcano seismology, and infrasound. He has contributed significantly to the fields of seismic expression in atmospheric phenomena, tsunami generation, and ice stream dynamics. Dunham values the opportunity to work with students and postdocs who share common interests in geophysical problems and encourages them to develop skills in continuum mechanics, numerical methods, and scientific computing relevant to specific geophysical challenges. His group emphasizes rigorous theory and modeling, and he invites potential students to inquire about current research interests and publications.

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