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Professor Marie Edmonds is a distinguished volcanologist and petrologist, currently serving as the Director of Research at the Earth Sciences Department, University of Cambridge. She also holds the prestigious positions of Vice President and Ron Oxburgh Fellow in Earth Sciences at Queens’ College, Cambridge. Her research is pivotal in understanding the impact of volcanic activity on our environment and the habitability of our planet. Edmonds’ work spans multiple disciplines, from investigating the Earth’s interior and magma transport to monitoring volcanic activity and studying ore deposits. Her contributions are crucial in deciphering the dynamic chemistry of volcanic gases and their influence on the atmosphere and climate.
As part of the Cambridge Volcanology Group, Professor Edmonds has made significant strides in the field of Earth Sciences. Her research not only addresses the environmental and societal impacts of volcanoes but also explores their potential as sources of sustainable energy and critical nutrients for life. Her recent publications include studies on magma mingling, volcanic gas emissions, and the transport of trace metals in magmatic-hydrothermal fluids. Through her interdisciplinary approach, Edmonds continues to advance our understanding of volcanic processes and their broader implications for the Earth’s systems.
