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The Institute for Geophysics (UTIG) is a leader in expeditionary geophysical research, focusing on climate, energy, marine geosciences, seismology, and planetary geophysics. Since 1972, UTIG has supported impactful research, engaging over 50 scientists and postdoctoral fellows in hands-on projects that include scientific ocean drilling and airborne radar studies of ice sheets. With a commitment to addressing global challenges, UTIG collaborates with various stakeholders to find sustainable solutions while preparing the next generation of geoscientists.
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The Geomechanics Laboratory at UT Austin investigates pore-scale fluid-sediment interactions under various stress conditions. The lab conducts experiments on both intact sediment cores and custom-fabricated resedimented cores from diverse locations, including the Gulf of Mexico and offshore Japan. Research focuses on developing models for pore pressure, stress around salt bodies, and slope failure. This hands-on facility fosters collaboration among students and researchers, providing a state-of-the-art environment for rigorous scientific inquiry.
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The Isotope Geochemistry Laboratory, led by Dr. Jaime Barnes, is a state-of-the-art facility featuring a ThermoElectron MAT 253 mass spectrometer along with advanced peripheral devices, including a TC/EA, GasBench II, Conflo IV, online silicate laser extraction line, general-purpose vacuum extraction lines, and a chlorine purification line. This comprehensive instrumentation suite enables precise measurements of stable isotope ratios (H, C, N, O, S, and Cl) in a wide range of materials, including silicate, phosphate, and carbonate minerals, volcanic gases, air, and water samples, supporting pioneering research in isotope geochemistry.
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The Isotope Geochemistry Laboratory specializes in measuring the isotopic compositions and elemental concentrations of various elements, including Rb-Sr, Sm-Nd, Lu-Hf, U-Th-Pb, Li, B, Mg, K, Zr, and rare earth elements (REE). The laboratory is equipped with a seven-collector Finnigan MAT 261 thermal ionization mass spectrometer, along with a single-channel ion-counting system. This advanced instrumentation supports a wide range of geochemical research, providing critical data for understanding elemental and isotopic processes.
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