Jeff Andrews-Hanna

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My research focuses on the evolution of the solid planets and moons in the Solar System. I take an interdisciplinary approach to my research, focusing on the interactions between a broad suite of processes acting on the surfaces and interiors of the planets. My research includes both mission involvement and basic theory and data analysis. I was a guest scientist on the GRAIL mission, and am a co-investigator on the VERITAS mission. I combine various numerical modeling techniques with analysis of gravity, topography, spectral data, and geomorphology. My primary research emphases are in the areas of planetary geodynamics, tectonics, volcanism, impacts, hydrology, and climate evolution. My lunar research focuses on the analysis of gravity and topography data to investigate the early history of the Moon, the structure of impact basins, volcanic and tectonic structures, and the large-scale structure of the planet. Areas of Mars research include volcanic processes, mantle plumes, the hydrology and the formation of sedimentary deposits, and the early geophysical evolution and bombardment history of the planet. Research on Saturn’s moon Titan focused on hydrologic and climatic factors controlling lake stability. Venus research includes analysis of gravity and topography data and tectonic modeling. Pluto research is aimed at understanding the structure of Sputnik basin and implications for the evolution of the interior.

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