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Heidi Houston is a Professor at USC Dornsife specializing in Earth Sciences. Her research focuses on earthquake physics and fault mechanics, with specific interests in major plate boundaries, particularly subduction zones, deep earthquakes, and slow slip tremors. Prior to her current role, she was a Professor at the University of Washington and has also worked at UCLA and UC Santa Cruz. Houston obtained her Ph.D. in Geophysics from the California Institute of Technology, and she holds a B.S. in Mathematics from the University of Washington and an M.S. in Physics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She is recognized for her contributions to the understanding of seismic phenomena and continues to be an active researcher in her field.
USC Dornsife • Los Angeles, CA
Prof. Houston conducts research and teaches in Earth Sciences.
University of Washington • Seattle, WA
Former Professor focusing on Earth Sciences.
UCLA • Los Angeles, CA
Worked in research and education in Earth Sciences.
UC Santa Cruz • Santa Cruz, CA
Contributed to research in geology and seismic activities.
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