James Hammond
Reader in Geophysics at Birkbeck, University of London, with expertise in studying faults deep in the ocean.
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Apr 7, 2022 • 50min
Seismology
Rebecca Bell, a Senior Lecturer in Geology and Geophysics, Zoe Mildon, a Lecturer in Earth Sciences, and James Hammond, a Reader in Geophysics, dive deep into seismology. They discuss the historical impact of the 1755 Lisbon earthquake and its role in shaping modern seismology. The conversation unveils the mechanics of seismic waves and how they reveal Earth's internal structure. They also explore challenges in earthquake prediction and essential safety techniques like 'drop, cover, hold' for disaster preparedness.
