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ESTHER KINGSBURY
NSF Graduate Fellow
kingesth@isu.edu |
Thesis Title: Geologic mapping and sequence stratigraphic analysis of the Kings Peak, 7.5 minute quadrangle, Duchesne and Summit Counties, Utah Research Advisor: Paul Link (ISU) and Carol Dehler (USU) Teacher Partner: Carri Thomason Degree Sought: Masters of Science University Department and/or Lab: Department of Geosciences Research Focus: Create a geologic map of the Kings Peak Quadrangle and investigate depositional environment, paleoclimate, and paleogeography of the Uinta Mountain Group, a sequence of Neoproterozoic (<770 million years old), sedimentary rocks. Description of Research: My research incorporates two main objectives. First, I will create a geologic map of the Kings Peak Quadrangle, Uinta Mountains with a focus on mapping bedrock. Second, I will investigate the geometries and stacking patterns of sedimentary rocks that make up the Uinta Mountain Group to interpret the ancient geography, climate, and depositional environment that existed as the Uinta Mountain Group rocks were depositing. In particular, I will test whether the sedimentary rock geometries are indicative of a marine or lacustrine depositional environment. One example of how you integrate your research into your GK-12 experience: n/a |
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