My current research focus is the early diagenesis of carbonate sediments in both subaerial and subaqueous realms. Understanding the role of strong bottom currents as diagenetic agents is of special interest.
I utilize mostly core samples and employ a range of analytical techniques including petrographic and scanning electron microscopy (SEM), image analysis software, stable isotope geochemistry, radiometric dating, and X-ray diffraction.
Maldives
Carbonate diagenesis (including dolomitization) of the drowned Kardiva Platform.
Utah
Widespread erosional truncation of the Hellnmaria Member. Transition from carbonate to siliciclastic sedimentation.
Permian Basin
Mapping the Cline Shale (unconventional resource) to determine controls on distribution and quality.
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“Research means that you don’t know, but are willing to find out.”
charles f. kettering