Evolution and migration of Cenozoic Australia: Precision 40Ar/39Ar geochronology, geochemistry and paleomagnetic data for east Australian Cenozoic magmas
Duration:
March 2014–March 2018
Isabelle Jones is combining paleomagnetic and 40Ar/39Ar data from volcanic rocks in the Eastern states of Australia to reconstruct the Cenozoic motion of Australia. Of particular interest to her is a possible mid-Cenozoic bend in the Australian apparent polar wander path that may be related to the collision of the Ontong-Java Plateau with the Solomon Islands.
Advisors: Dr Charles Verdel, Prof Paulo Vasconcelos
