Thermochronology to understand landscape dynamics in Southern Arizona
WHAT: In this integrated field and lab work you will visit the Sky Islands in the Dragoon Mountains of Southeastern Arizona. You will also work with the preparation and analysis of rock samples from this region for low-temperature thermochronology. This kind of analysis will allow us to understand when those mountains were formed and how much tectonics and erosion contributed to the rock ascent towards the surface, forming the present-day landscape of Southern Arizona.
WHERE: This project will involve field work in the Dragoon Mountains, Southeastern Arizona, and lab work at the University of Arizona.
PROJECT MENTOR: Dr. Veleda Muller
