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Michael Manga studies the geological processes shaping Earth’s surface, including understanding the reasons for volcanic eruptions and how these eruptions affect climate and Earth systems. His research also explores how geological processes influence groundwater, the formation of geysers, and the effects of earthquakes on fluid flow within the Earth's crust. He examines similar processes on other planets, including the eruptions of water on icy satellites in the outer solar system, and endeavors to decode the interconnected history of water and volcanism on Mars.
Miller Institute for Basic Research in Sciences, University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, California
Conducted research in Earth and Planetary Sciences.
Department of Geological Sciences, University of Oregon • Eugene, Oregon
Taught and researched in the Department of Geological Sciences.
Department of Earth and Planetary Science, University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, California
Advanced research and teaching in Earth and Planetary Sciences.
Department of Earth and Planetary Science, University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, California
Lead research and teaching in Earth and Planetary Sciences.
University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, California
Recognized for outstanding contributions to research.
Department of Earth and Planetary Science, University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, California
Oversaw departmental operations and initiatives.
Department of Earth and Planetary Science, University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, California
Currently serving as Department Chair.
The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.