Earth and Space Physics

Objectives

The Earth and Space Physics Group conducts research and studies on magnetic and electromagnetic precursors and satellite data analysis (IR and Visible) to assess the feasibility of earthquake prediction. These studies are primarily carried out in collaboration with University of Tehran, Sharif University of Technology, Iran National Cartographic Center, and the Iranian Space Agency.

Programs

• Numerical investigation of the physics of nucleation and propagation of seismic ruptures;
• Detection and modeling of spatiotemporal seismic patterns;
• Stress transfer along faults and its effect on time-dependent earthquake probability;
• Study of foreshock and aftershock patterns in the Iranian Plateau and assessment of aftershock hazards;
• Time-dependent seismic hazard analysis;
• Measurement and monitoring of anomalies in Earth’s magnetic field and space/ground-based electromagnetic fields;
• Analysis of satellite data (IR and Visible spectrum);
• Remote sensing and modeling of crustal dynamic deformation and active fault behavior using geodetic measurements and remote sensing (GPS, InSAR, EDM) and precise leveling;
• Establishment of real-time earthquake and tsunami early warning systems in collaboration with international scientific centers.