I specialize in structural geology and continental tectonics, with a special focus on the evolution of orogenic belts, namely the Himalayan-Tibet system. I am particularly interested in field-oriented studies dealing with ductile deformation processes, evolution of crustal-scale shear zones and associated microstructural fabric development, fold/fault relationships, and active tectonics’ features.


I am also interested by the application of centrifuge analogue modelling, U-Pb geochronology, and 40Ar/39Ar thermochronology to continental tectonics. In addition to mountain belt research, I am also involved in projects focussing on seismicity and stress partitioning in continental interiors, investigation of Early Archean geology of northern Quebec, and application of structural geology to mineral exploration programs.

 

Education and Experience

  1. BulletCurrently Associate Professor (since 2006), Geological Sciences and Geological Engineering, Queen’s University

  2. BulletVisiting Professor, Dept. of Geology, Otago University, New Zealand (2007)

  3. BulletAdjunct Professor, Earth Sciences,                      Simon Fraser University                                         (2003-current)

  4. BulletAssistant Professor (2003-2006), Geological Sciences and Geological Engineering, Queen’s University

  5. BulletAssistant Professor (2000-2003), Earth Sciences, Simon Fraser University

  6. BulletPostdoctoral Fellow (2000), Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) - Earth Sciences, Oxford University (UK)

  7. BulletPh.D. 1999, Earth Sciences, Carleton University

  8. BulletM.Sc. 1993, Sciences de la Terre, Université du Québec à Montréal

  9. BulletB.Sc. 1991, Sciences de la Terre, Université du Québec à Montréal

Laurent Godin
Associate Professor
Structural Geology and Tectonics
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