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Martin Ross aims to understand Earth’s recent past; specifically, glaciations during the Quaternary Period, which encompasses 2.6 million years of Earth’s history. By reconstructing past glaciations, Ross helps scientists understand how glaciers modified the surface of the Earth and the shallow subsurface. This knowledge is applied to a wide range of problems including mineral exploration under glacial sediment cover, natural hazards, and the management of water resources in glaciated watersheds. His research interests include applied Quaternary geology, 3D geologic modeling, glacial geology, sedimentology, sediment geochemistry, shallow geophysics, as well as the risks and prevention of geohazards related to climate change. Through his scholarly endeavors, Ross contributes significantly to the geosciences, focusing on the protection of surface and groundwater resources and promoting sustainable water management practices.
University of Waterloo • Waterloo, ON
Teaching and research in the field of Earth and Environmental Sciences, focusing on Quaternary geology and glacial studies.
Includes fields like Clinical, Cognitive, Developmental, and Industrial/Organizational Psychology.