Dr. Sheri Molnar

Biography

Sheri Molnar is an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at Western University. Her academic journey began with a Ph.D. in Earthquake Seismology from the University of Victoria in 2011, followed by postdoctoral studies at the University of British Columbia, focusing on Earthquake Engineering from 2012 to 2014. Dr. Molnar's research primarily revolves around seismic hazards, particularly earthquake site effects and microzonation mapping. She employs various techniques such as surface seismic field techniques to study shallow crustal velocity structures and utilizes numerical simulations for wave propagation in scenario earthquakes. Furthermore, Dr. Molnar's involvement in projects underscores her commitment to enhancing site-specific earthquake ground motion assessments and participating in national seismic microzonation initiatives. Her extensive publication record evidences her contributions to the field, with works presented in reputable journals and conferences, reflecting the latest advancements in seismic research. Dr. Molnar is dedicated to educating the next generation of geoscientists and actively supervises graduate students conducting research in geophysics, emphasizing practical applications and fieldwork in earthquake engineering and risk evaluation.

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