Department of Geology

I trained as a stable-isotope geochemist and astrobiologist during my PhD and postdoctoral research at Okayama, Japan (2019-2025). I have extensive experience in clean-room geochemical analysis and in developing precise analytical techniques using mass spectrometry. My research covers petrology, analytical chemistry, cosmochemistry, and astrobiology. I am particularly interested in understanding how Earth's geochemical evolution has influenced the development of life, and how life, in turn, has shaped geochemical processes. As a senior lecturer, I strive to help students develop critical thinking skills and address complex research questions through a multidisciplinary approach.