Advances in Ocean Plate Motion and Seismic Research
A special issue of Journal of Marine Science and Engineering (ISSN 2077-1312). This special issue belongs to the section "Geological Oceanography".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2025 | Viewed by 992
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Interests: neotectonics and active tectonics
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Interests: real-time seismology; induced seismicity; active faults
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The dynamic nature of the Earth's lithosphere, particularly the oceanic plates, plays a crucial role in our understanding of the geophysical and geological processes of the Earth. This Special Issue, titled “Advances in Ocean Plate Motion and Seismic Research”, aims to showcase recent breakthroughs and cutting-edge research in the field of ocean plate tectonics and seismology. This collection includes studies on the mechanisms driving plate motions, the interaction between tectonic plates and underlying mantle processes, and the resulting seismic activities. By integrating observational data, advanced modeling techniques, and innovative analytical approaches, the contributions in this Issue provide new insights into the complex behavior of oceanic plates. Key topics include the assessment of ocean plate boundaries; subduction zone dynamics, mid-ocean ridge processes, and volcanoes; intraplate earthquakes; and tsunamis associated with subduction zones. This Special Issue highlights the importance of multidisciplinary approaches in advancing our understanding of ocean plate motions and their implications for global seismic hazards. In it, researchers, geophysicists, and Earth scientists will find valuable information and novel perspectives that can inform future studies and contribute to the broader field of Earth sciences.
Prof. Dr. Zhonghai Wu
Prof. Dr. Dun Wang
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- ocean plate boundaries
- subduction zone dynamics
- mid-ocean ridge processes
- intraplate seismicity
- great earthquake disaster related with subduction zones
- volcanic activity associated with subduction zones
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