Dr. Saskia Goes

Professor

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Biography

Saskia Goes is a Professor at Imperial College London specializing in geophysics within the Department of Earth Science and Engineering. With a focus on the geodynamics of the Earth's lithosphere and mantle, she utilizes numerical and dynamic modeling to investigate thermo-chemical structures and geophysical parameters. Her research encompasses a wide range of topics including the structure of the continental lithosphere, subduction, plume dynamics, and seismic hazards. A prominent figure in her field, she has held significant academic positions including a Professorship in Tectonophysics at ETH Zurich and a postdoctoral researcher role at Utrecht University. She completed her PhD at the University of California, Santa Cruz, and has contributed to numerous conferences and seminars, sharing her expertise across various prestigious institutions worldwide.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Imperial College London • London, United Kingdom

Leading research in geophysics and teaching.

Professor

— Present

ETH Zurich • Switzerland

Conducted advanced research in Tectonophysics.

Oberassistent

— Present

ETH Zurich • Switzerland

Supported academic research and teaching.

Postdoctoral Researcher

— Present

Utrecht University • Netherlands

Engaged in research projects in geophysics.

Visiting Assistant Professor

— Present

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor • USA

Delivered lectures and conducted research.

Courses

ESE 5.27 Geodynamics ESE 4.16 Geohazards MSc course ACSE-2 Modelling Dynamical Processes

Requirements for Imperial College London

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
Materials Science Mechanical Engineering Civil Engineering Chemical Engineering Physics Chemistry
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • CV/resume
  • Official university transcripts
  • Two academic or professional references
  • Application fee (£90)
Specialization Notes

Specialisms available in Materials for the Energy Transition or Theory and Simulation of Materials.