Dr. Michael Lamb

Professor

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Biography

Michael P. Lamb is a Professor of Geology at the California Institute of Technology. His research focuses on sedimentary geomorphic processes that shape planetary surfaces, including those of Earth, Mars, and Titan. Notable areas of interest include waterfall erosion, sediment transport in steep mountain streams, river terrace formation, river mouth dynamics, and hyperpycnal flows. Lamb has been a faculty member since 2009, initially serving as an Assistant Professor before being promoted to Professor in 2014. His education includes a B.S. from the University of Minnesota (2001), an M.S. from the University of Washington (2004), and a Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley (2008). He has taught various courses on geomorphology and Earth surface processes, emphasizing quantitative examinations and seminar-style discussions centered around current research themes.

Research Interests

Courses

Ge 125. Geomorphology Ge 126. Topics in Earth Surface Processes

Requirements for California Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong background in mathematics and physical sciences
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