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Chemical Evolution of the Solid Earth and Volcanology (CESEV)

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NSF 25-516

Supports research on the origin and evolution of Earth's core, mantle and crust, focusing on high-temperature processes to improve understanding of the composition of our planet, natural hazards and resource distribution.

Supports research on the origin and evolution of Earth's core, mantle and crust, focusing on high-temperature processes to improve understanding of the composition of our planet, natural hazards and resource distribution.

Synopsis

The Chemical Evolution of the Solid Earth and Volcanology (CESEV) program aims to advance fundamental knowledge about the origin and evolution of our home planet including its core, mantle, and continental crust. The program encourages a wide range of laboratory, field, experimental, theoretical, and/or computational studies that explore the continuous high-temperature igneous and metamorphic geochemical and petrologic processes that shape the Earth. Volcanology and magmatic processes, ore deposits and economic geology, and geochronology are all in the purview of this program. Research in these areas can help improve our understanding of volcanic and other natural hazards, and the distribution of mineral and other natural resources. 

Program contacts

Name Email Phone Organization
CESEV Program Inquiries
cesev@nsf.gov (703) 292-4739
Jennifer A. Wade
jwade@nsf.gov (703) 292-4739 GEO/EAR
Colin A. Shaw
cshaw@nsf.gov (703) 292-7944 GEO/EAR
Rachel Teasdale
rteasdal@nsf.gov (703) 292-7977 GEO/EAR
Wendy Panero
wpanero@nsf.gov (703) 292-5058 GEO/EAR

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