• Subduction zones, earthquakes, and tsunamis with Tina Dura

  • Nov 11 2024
  • Length: 20 mins
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Subduction zones, earthquakes, and tsunamis with Tina Dura

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  • Tina Dura joined Virginia Tech’s “Curious Conversations” to talk about subduction zones, particularly the Cascadia Subduction Zone, earthquakes and tsunamis. She explained the mechanics of earthquakes, and how the geological record and fossilized algae are helping researchers better understand past occurrences and predict future ones. Dura emphasized the importance of translating scientific research into actionable information for the public, especially regarding tsunami preparedness and community resilience.

    About Dura

    Dura is an assistant professor in the Department of Geosciences and an affiliate of the Global Change Center where she leads Virginia Tech’s Coastal Hazards Lab. Her research specializes in subduction zone paleogeodesy, which combines a variety of scientific methods to reconstruct long-term histories of coseismic vertical deformation and tsunami inundation along subduction zone coastlines.

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