Dr. Shujuan Mao

Biography

Shujuan Mao is an Assistant Professor at the Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas at Austin, specializing in the intersection of seismology, hydrogeology, and energy sciences. Her research primarily focuses on advancing the understanding of Earth's shallow fluid systems and the hydrological processes associated with geothermal energy exploitation, carbon capture and storage, and volcanic unrest. By applying cutting-edge seismic interferometry methods, she explores the 4-Dimensional (space-time) changes of subsurface fluids, which are crucial for managing vital resources such as water and energy, as well as addressing geohazards. Her expertise encompasses environmental seismology, hydrogeophysics, geothermal energy, carbon sequestration, critical-zone processes, time-lapse imaging, and ambient seismic fields. She is actively involved in mentoring graduate students and promoting research opportunities in these key areas.

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