Dr. Rinus Wortel

Professor

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Biography

Rinus Wortel is an Emeritus Professor at Utrecht University specializing in Tectonophysics. His research focuses on the physical aspects of tectonic processes, with a particular emphasis on plate tectonics. He investigates the dynamics of the lithosphere and the stress field deformation within the lithosphere, including seismicity and the thermo-mechanical evolution of the lithosphere in the upper mantle. His work also encompasses the study of plate boundary processes, particularly subduction mechanisms, and the relationship between lithosphere and upper mantle processes and geological or magmatic processes at the surface. He is known for his integration of numerical models with dynamic processes in the lithosphere and upper mantle, along with geological, geophysical, and geodetic observations.

Research Interests

Awards

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Royal Dutch Shell Prize

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Stephan Mueller Medal

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Van Waterschoot van der Gracht Medal

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Knight

Requirements for Utrecht University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Advanced knowledge of research methods and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Transcript of records
  • Motivation letter
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology