Dr. Voon Lai

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Voon Hui Lai is a research fellow at the Research School of Earth Sciences, with a focus on observational seismology and advancing seismic knowledge to build resilience against natural hazards and environmental changes. His research involves deploying seismic arrays and performing waveform modeling to understand the interconnectedness of Earth's systems. Lai’s work includes modeling volcanic sources, simulating earthquake ground motion, and investigating the connection between deep Earth processes and mineral composition. He utilizes Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS), a cutting-edge fiber-optic based seismic array technology, to achieve high-resolution subsurface source characterizations in diverse environments, from rural outbacks to urban metropolises. With a PhD in Geophysics from the California Institute of Technology, Lai's publications and projects reflect his commitment to developing innovative solutions for understanding and mitigating natural hazards.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Fellow

2020-01-01 — Present

Australian National University • Canberra, Australia

Conducting research in seismology and geophysics, with a focus on natural hazards and advancing seismic knowledge.

Requirements for Australian National University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:80
PTE
Listening
Required:55
Reading
Required:55
Writing
Required:55
Speaking
Required:55
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or international equivalent Cognate discipline for some specializations
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Copy of Passport
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across most Master of Science and Arts programs within the College of Science and College of Arts & Social Sciences.