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Michael Henehan is an isotope geochemist focused on the global carbon cycle and Earth's climate regulation. He is particularly interested in the influence of biota reflected in the geological record of the Phanerozoic and the application of boron isotope systems, along with other isotopes such as lithium, silicon, and magnesium. His ongoing research involves examining biogeochemical drivers of global ocean anoxia during the late Cretaceous period and exploring how chemical weathering influences climate across geological timescales. Michael completed his undergraduate studies in Palaeontology and Evolution at the University of Bristol before pursuing a PhD at the University of Southampton. His doctoral work revolved around developing a boron isotope-pH proxy to reconstruct past CO2 levels from ice core records. He has conducted post-doctoral research at Yale University and the German Research Centre for Geosciences, where he led significant studies on Earth surface geochemistry. Michael currently manages several research projects and collaborates with other scientists to better understand the implications of anthropogenic changes on marine ecosystems. He joined the University of Bristol in February 2023.
University of Bristol • Bristol, ENG
Focusing on research and teaching in isotope geochemistry, carbon cycling, and climate science.
Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.