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NERC Reference : NER/A/S/2001/00524

Global variations in multi-layer upper-mantle anistrophy:insights into the Earth's present and past deformation.

Grant Award

Principal Investigator:
Professor M Kendall, University of Leeds, School of Earth and Environment
Science Area:
Earth
Overall Classification:
Earth
ENRIs:
None
Science Topics:
Tectonic Processes
Mantle & Core Processes
Abstract:
We propose a 2-year project to measure and interpret depth-dependent variations in upper-mantle anisotropy beneath the global network of seismic stations. This will be accomplished through collaboration with the International Seismological Centre (ISC), where the objective is to develop an automated procedure to measure and report shear-wave splitting in teleseismic data. Linked numerical modelling of anisotropy and shear-wave splitting for a variety of tectonic settings will be used to guide the interpretation of the splitting measurements. We will assess to what degree the anisotropy is associated with current plate motions versus fabric frozen into the mantle during earlier deformation episodes.
Period of Award:
10 Jun 2002 - 9 Dec 2004
Value:
£94,804
Authorised funds only
NERC Reference:
NER/A/S/2001/00524
Grant Stage:
Completed
Scheme:
Standard Grants Pre FEC
Grant Status:
Closed
Programme:
Standard Grant

This grant award has a total value of £94,804  

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FDAB - Financial Details (Award breakdown by headings)

Total - StaffTotal - T&STotal - Other CostsTotal - Indirect CostsTotal - Equipment
£59,576£3,359£1,037£27,404£3,428

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