Polar Dynamics Research Group

Dr. Clarke specializes in advanced radiometric dating techniques for deep ice cores. His expertise in volcanic ash layer correlation and isotopic analysis has been instrumental in refining chronologies for Antarctic ice cores spanning the last 100,000 years.

Dr. Mitchell leads our paleoclimate reconstruction efforts, focusing on atmospheric composition changes over glacial-interglacial cycles. Her work on CO₂ and methane variability has contributed to major international climate assessments.

With over 20 years of polar research experience, Dr. Thornton oversees all field operations and laboratory programs. He has led 15 Antarctic expeditions and established PDRG's ice core processing facility in Sydney.

Dr. Cartwright manages our isotope geochemistry laboratory, specializing in stable isotope analysis of ice cores. Her work focuses on temperature reconstruction and moisture source identification.

Dr. Chen develops numerical climate models that integrate ice core data with modern observations. His research focuses on ice sheet-climate interactions and sea level projections.

Rebecca manages day-to-day laboratory operations and ice core sample preparation. She has developed several innovative protocols for maintaining sample integrity during analysis.