I joined the University of Oxford as a postdoctoral research fellow

New year, new beginnings! I have joined the University of Oxford to work on the PHOENIX project (“Influence of complex source and wind conditions on Eruptive Plume Height”).

The project aims to transform the understanding of how complex source geometry and vertically varying atmospheric winds impact volcanic plume height. This is critical because current models often fail to accurately simulate complex real-world plumes, resulting in a limited understanding of volcanic hazards and climate impacts.

To address these challenges, we will use a multidisciplinary approach combining:

• Observational data from field investigations at sites like Campi Flegrei.
• Small-scale laboratory experiments reproducing analogue volcanic plumes in a controlled laboratory setup.
• Complex 3D numerical models to improve existing 1D plume models.

I look forward to collaborating with Prof. Thomas Aubry and our UK and international partners to improve volcanic response protocols and climate projections.