This division is dedicated to the study of the composition, structure, and dynamics of Earth’s deep interior by means of multi-disciplinary approaches, including seismology, geo- and paleomagnetism, comparative planetary sciences, computer simulation, and high temperature and pressure experiments. The division’s goal is to enhance our understanding of the past and present states of Earth’s deep interior and the influences that deep Earth systems have on surface processes.
Head of Division: Prof. Pan Yongxin
Deputy Head of Division: Prof. Guo Guangjun
Research Groups and Group Leaders:
| Geomagnetic field and deep Earth interior processes | Prof. Pan Yongxin |
| Structure of Earth’s deep interior | Prof. Ai Yinshuang |
| Seismology | Prof. Fu Liyun |
| Composition and properties of Earth’s deep interior | Prof. Guo Guangjun |
| Comparative planetary science | Prof. Lin Yangting |
Current Major Research Projects:
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Changes in geomagnetic field and core dynamics
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Noble gas geochemistry and mantle dynamics
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Structure of the mantle transition zone
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Deep structure of the Tethys orogenic zone
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Numerical simulation of the deep geodynamic process
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The core-mantle boundary (CMB) at the Pacific anomaly
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Subduction zone of the western Pacific plate
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High-temperature and high-pressure experimental studies
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Deep carbon cycling
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Evolution of the early Earth
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Formation and evolution of solar nebula
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Formation and evolution of Mars based on Martian meteorites
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Formation and evolution of the Moon based on Lunar meteorites
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Constraint of the influence of deep Earth processes on the surface processes
