This National Science Foundation (NSF) Geosciences Program (CFDA 47.050) Project Grant award of $296,096 to Brown University provides funding to investigate the crust and uppermost mantle beneath active volcanoes using new seismic analysis techniques. The 2-year project, starting on Sep 1, 2024, aims to advance understanding of how magma storage and migration affect the eruptibility of volcanoes in regions like Yellowstone, the Cascades Arc, and the Altiplano-Puna Volcanic Complex. Key research activities include measuring seismic wave speeds to map the distribution of melt in the crust and upper mantle, and jointly inverting multiple seismic data sets to produce detailed 3D models of shear wave velocity, VP/VS ratio, and radial anisotropy. This research will help address long-standing scientific and societal issues related to volcanic hazards, geothermal energy, and the links between Earth's deep interior and atmospheric processes. The project also includes training one graduate student and two undergraduate students.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $296.1k | 7/8/24 |