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Professor Lapôtre leads the Earth & Planetary Surface Processes group at Stanford University. His research focuses on the physics of sedimentary and geomorphic processes that shape planetary surfaces, including Earth's. He aims to untangle sedimentary rocks to reveal information about past hydrology, climate, and habitability of planets. Since joining Stanford as an Assistant Professor in 2019, he has also held various prestigious fellowships and roles, including being a John Harvard Distinguished Science Fellow at Harvard University and collaborating on NASA’s Mars Science Laboratory. His accolades include the Luna B. Leopold Early Career Award and Kavli Fellowship from the U.S. National Academy of Sciences, among others. With a Ph.D. in Geology from California Institute of Technology, Professor Lapôtre contributes to the academic community through teaching and mentoring students in Earth & Planetary Sciences and Geophysics.
Stanford University • Stanford, CA
Teaching and conducting research in Earth & Planetary Sciences.
Harvard University • Cambridge, MA
Conducted advanced research in planetary sciences.
NASA/JPL-Caltech • Pasadena, CA
Provided expertise for Mars Science Laboratory missions.
NASA/JPL-Caltech • Pasadena, CA
Collaborated on scientific operations for Mars Science Laboratory.
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