Dr. Jan Dettmer

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jan Dettmer is an Associate Professor at the University of Calgary, specializing in geophysical inversion methods and their applications in seismology and acoustical oceanography. His research focuses on the quantitative study of Earth's structures and processes through remote probing and geophysical data inversion. Dettmer has made significant contributions in various disciplines, particularly in estimating earthquake source parameters, tsunami generation implications, and crustal and upper-mantle structure resolution. His work involves the development of advanced computational methods and algorithms to gain deeper insights into geophysical data analysis, leveraging novel hardware including CPU/GPU hybrid systems and supercomputing facilities. Dettmer emphasizes the importance of quantifying uncertainties and understanding parameter variability in data interpretation. His research interests include seismology, tsunami-hazard prediction, Bayesian methods in geophysical studies, and the mathematical modeling of wave propagation in complex media.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Calgary

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:97
GRE General
Verbal
Required:150
Quantitative
Required:159
Analytical Writing
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:5.5
Prerequisites
4-year Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent 3rd or 4th year course in Theory of Computation 3rd or 4th year course in Software Engineering 3rd or 4th year course in Systems (OS, Compilers, Networking) 3rd or 4th year course in Application (AI, Graphics, Databases)
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Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science Master's program. GRE scores are expected for international students.