Earthquake physics Lab
University of toronto mississauga
Semechah Lui, Ph.D.
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Welcome!
Welcome!
The Earthquake Physics Lab at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) has a broad interest in the physics and mechanics of earthquakes and faults, and their associated hazards. Using both observational and numerical approaches, we study earthquake source processes and fault rupture dynamics to explore the complex physical mechanisms that drive such devastating phenomenon. The goal is to develop physics-based earthquake models and methodologies that can contribute to seismic hazard mitigation and earthquake prediction. Click here to check out our work!
For prospective graduate and undergraduate students interested in joining us, please email Prof. Lui to discuss potential research ideas and life at UTM (semechah.lui@utoronto.ca).
Latest News
Latest News
January 2026
Our latest paper titled Effects of hydraulic diffusivity and injection rate on earthquake nucleation length under different nucleation regimes on (aging) rate-and-state faults has been published in JGR - Solid Earth!
December 2025
We presented our latest projects at the AGU Fall Meeting 2025 in New Orleans! See Presentations for more details.
September 2025
Emma, Haneen, and Imanuel presented their summer research projects at UTM's 2025 Experiential Education Fair. See Presentations for more details.
Dana has defended her MSc thesis. Congratulations! We are excited that she will continue to be part of our team as she begins her Ph.D. studies.
Contact
Contact
Semechah Lui, Ph.D.
Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga
Department of Earth Sciences, University of Toronto
Email: semechah.lui@utoronto.ca
Phone: 905-828-3970
Address: 3359 Mississauga Road North, Davis Building DV4041, Mississauga, L5L 1C6, Ontario, CANADA.
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