Research Mentoring & Computational Training
I currently mentor Master's and PhD students in computational geodynamics, with a particular focus on numerical modelling using ASPECT (Advanced Solver for Planetary Evolution, Convection, and Tectonics). My mentoring includes hands-on training in developing and modifying geodynamic models, constructing parameter files, implementing rheological and thermal structures, defining initial and boundary conditions, troubleshooting numerical simulations, visualising model outputs, and interpreting results in their geological context.
I particularly enjoy helping students move from using existing model setups toward understanding the physical assumptions behind their simulations and developing models independently for their own research questions.
Teaching Contributions:
Below you will find an overview of my teaching, student supervision, and research mentoring activities.
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Co-supervision of PhD research project, University of Edinburgh, UK, 2026
Research on the extensional dynamics of the North China Craton using numerical geodynamic modelling. I provide mentoring and technical training in ASPECT model development, model setup, troubleshooting, visualization, and interpretation of numerical results. -
Co-supervision of MSc research project, Imperial College London, UK, 2026
Project focused on crustal-scale Archean sagduction dynamics using numerical geodynamic modelling with ASPECT. My contribution includes guidance on model design, rheological and thermal structure, parameter selection, numerical implementation, and interpretation of model behaviour. -
Co-supervision of BSc dissertation project, Durham University, UK (2025–2026)
Topic: Craton stability and mechanisms of craton collapse using numerical geodynamic modelling with ASPECT.
Supervision included guidance on numerical model development, parameter testing, visualization, and geodynamic interpretation. -
Tectonics and Geodynamics Teaching Assistant, University of Potsdam, Germany (2024)
Teaching topics included the origin and dynamics of mantle plumes; the use and application of ParaView for visualization of geodynamic models; and the evaluation and interpretation of mantle-plume buoyancy flux.