Dr. Neesha Regmi Schnepf
About me
I am a research scientist at the University of Colorado Boulder's Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics. I pursue research questions related to planetary magnetic fields and habitability.
As a biracial & queer woman in geo/space-physics, I also care about initiatives in diversity, equity & inclusion, as well as mentoring. Trying to "work hard and be nice" goes a long way.
My pronouns: they / them / theirs, she / her / hers
Education
PhD (2019) University of Colorado Boulder
M.S. (2015) Massachusetts Institute of Technology
B.S. (2013) Cornell University
Research interests
Is a magnetosphere necessary for a planet to maintain a habitable atmosphere? More info here.
What can we learn of Earth's interior from ocean tidal magnetic signals? More info here.
How can we use tidal/orbital magnetic harmonics to probe the interiors of icy moons? More info here.
Can magnetic signals improve our understanding (& mitigation) of natural hazards like tsunamis or volcanic eruptions? More info here.
How can we use marine electromagnetic signals to monitor and study climate change in our oceans? More info here.
What role do magnetic fields play in the formation of planets? More info here.
Publications
My publications are accessible via Google Scholar or ORCID.
Media
04/26/2023 EMinar "EM induction from tsunamis and Jan 15 2022 Tonga eruption"
A 2020 OSTEM interview: https://www.colorado.edu/studentgroup/ostem/dr-neesha-regmi-schnepf
12/21/2021 Eos article, "Tsunamis' magnetic fields are detectable before sea level change."
03/01/2023 Center for Integrated Plasma Studies seminar: https://youtu.be/OAczsueG5o8
Student resources
I strongly recommend that all undergraduate women studying physics (or physics-dominant fields like geophysics / astrophysics) attend an APS Conference for Undergraduate Women in Physics.
Prof. Anne Sheehan maintains an excellent list of opportunities for students in geosciences / planetary sciences-- check it out under the "Opportunities" tab of her website.