About me

I am a Research Associate Professor at the Alaska Volcano Observatory, part of the Geophysical Institute at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. My research focuses on the petrology of volcanic rocks, emphasizing the dynamics of magma processes at active volcanoes. My educational background combines igneous petrology, experimental petrology, analytical techniques, and remote sensing—skills instrumental in studying and monitoring volcanoes in Alaska and Kamchatka. During the summer, I conduct field research and teach at the International Volcanological Field School.

Professional Experience

Research Associate Professor, Geophysical Institute, UAF (2020-Present)

Research Assistant Professor, Geophysical Institute, UAF (2014-2020)

Research Associate, Geophysical Institute, UAF (2006-2014)

Postdoctoral Fellow, Geophysical Institute, UAF (2003 – 2006)

Research Assistant, Geophysical Institute, UAF (1997 – 2003)

Researcher, Institute of Geosciences SB RAS, Yakutsk (1996 - 1997)

Junior researcher Institute of Geosciences SB RAS, Yakutsk (1993 – 1996)

Technician, Institute of Geosciences SB RAS, Yakutsk (1992 - 1993)

Research assistant, Institute of Mineralogy and Petrology SB RAS, Novosibirsk (1990 – 1992)

Field trip assistant, Institute of Geosciences SB RAS, Yakutsk (1979-1987, summers)