Geodynamic Models Resulting from the Joint Interpretation of Structural Geology and Geophysics Investigations
A special issue of Geosciences (ISSN 2076-3263). This special issue belongs to the section "Geophysics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2025 | Viewed by 156
Special Issue Editors
Interests: structural geology of HT rocks; geodynamic; Variscan orogeny; Northern Apennines tectonics
Interests: structural geology; geodynamic; Variscan orogeny; regional metamorphism; contact metamorphism
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue invites contributions focusing on advanced geodynamic models developed through the combined interpretation of structural geology and geophysics. The integration of these disciplines allows for a more comprehensive understanding of Earth's dynamic processes, with applications ranging from reconstructing geodynamic evolution to assessing geological and seismic hazards, as well as exploring natural resources. Structural geology provides a detailed analysis of geological features through fieldwork, including macro- and micro-structural studies, metamorphic petrology, fluid–rock interactions, and geochronology. These data, when integrated with geophysical techniques—such as seismic, gravimetric, magnetometric, geothermal surveys, space geodesy, and remote sensing—enable the construction of robust and plausible geodynamic models. The combination of field-based geological data with geophysical observations helps to unravel complex subsurface structures and their evolutionary histories. The primary aim of this Special Issue is to showcase the methodologies and approaches that effectively integrate structural geology and geophysics to enhance our understanding of geodynamic processes. We particularly encourage submissions that demonstrate innovative uses of both new and classical techniques, highlighting the synergy between these fields. Studies that present detailed case examples, methodological advancements, and novel applications of integrated data are highly desirable.
Dr. Franco Marco Elter
Dr. Federico Mantovani
Dr. Marcello Viti
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- geophysical data and their analysis
- field geology data and their analysis
- constraints provided by deep drilling data
- geodynamic models’ acquisition and development
- seismicity and seismotectonics
- active faulting, palaeoseismology, and seismic hazards
- tectonic geomorphology and geological hazards
- geothermics and rheology of the lithosphere
- space geodesy and plate kinematics
- formation and occurrence of ore, coal, and hydrocarbon deposits
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