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Dissertation Topics for PhD in Geology

Explore cutting-edge research in Earth’s history, geological processes, and natural hazards in Caltech’s PhD Geology program.

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The PhD in Geology at Caltech provides students with opportunities to investigate the Earth's history, geological processes, and natural hazards. The research topics below offer a glimpse into the broad range of projects available in the geology field.

📘 Suggested Dissertation Topics

Tectonic Plate Movements and Earthquake Prediction

Geochemical Analysis of Volcanic Eruptions

Mapping Subsurface Water Flow and Groundwater Resources

Earthquake Fault Line Studies and Seismic Hazard Assessment

Study of Ancient Sedimentary Rocks for Paleoclimate Reconstruction

Volcanic Hazards and Eruption Forecasting

Geology of Oceanic Crust and Deep Earth Structures

Mineral Exploration and Geophysical Survey Techniques

Impact of Natural Disasters on Geological Systems

Sedimentary Basin Analysis and Petroleum Geology

Geochronology of Earth’s Early Geological History

Geology of Continental Drift and Supercontinent Formation

Analysis of Earth’s Magnetic Field and its Geological Significance

Geological Carbon Sequestration for Climate Change Mitigation

Geology of Extraterrestrial Bodies: Study of Mars and the Moon

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