Sedimentary Geology and Geomorphology
Sedimentary Geology and Geomorphology Research
Research Focus
Studying Earth’s marine and terrestrial surfaces using field surveys, remote sensing, lab analyses, and numerical modeling. Our research spans diverse environments including deserts, mountains, rivers, and coastal areas.
Key Faculty
- Michael Smith - Geochronology
- Taylor Joyal - Geomorphology
- Christine Regalla - Structural geology
Research Environments
Our studies focus on:
- Desert environments
- Mountain systems
- River networks
- Coastal areas
- Terrestrial surfaces
- Marine environments
Research Methods
- Field surveys and mapping
- Remote sensing analysis
- Laboratory analyses
- Numerical modeling
- Sediment analysis
- Geochronological dating
- Geomorphological assessment
Applications
Research applications include:
- Landscape evolution studies
- Surface process understanding
- Environmental change assessment
- Hazard evaluation
- Resource exploration
- Land use planning
Student Training
Students gain experience in:
- Field work techniques
- Laboratory analytical methods
- Remote sensing applications
- Numerical modeling
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Scientific communication
Research Areas
- Surface process dynamics
- Sedimentary systems
- Landscape evolution
- Environmental geomorphology
- Quaternary geology
- Coastal processes
- Fluvial systems
Who We Are
Our faculty includes:
- Michael Smith - Geochronology of sedimentary basins, deep time stratigraphy, marine geomorphology
- Taylor Joyal - Geomorphology
- Christine Regalla - Structural geology, active tectonics, tectonic geomorphology
Collaborators
- Grand Canyon Monitoring and Research Center, USGS
- WiscAr Geochronology Laboratory
For Students
Students can pursue degrees in:
- Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Geology
- Master’s degree (MS) in Geology
- PhD in Earth Sciences & Environmental Sustainability
Contact Information
Email: SES.Admin@nau.edu
Phone: 928-523-9333
Location: Room A108, Ashurst Building, NAU, Flagstaff, AZ