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NERC Reference : NER/T/S/2003/00114

Integrated seismic and subsidence analysis of conjugate margin systems in the Eastern Black Sea.

Grant Award

Principal Investigator:
Professor T Minshull, University of Southampton, Sch of Ocean and Earth Science
Co-Investigator:
Dr NJ White, University of Cambridge, Earth Sciences
Co-Investigator:
Dr R A Edwards, National Oceanography Centre, Science and Technology
Science Area:
Earth
Overall Classification:
Earth
ENRIs:
Natural Resource Management
Science Topics:
Earth Resources
Tectonic Processes
Abstract:
We propose to test depth-dependent stretching models of highly extended lithosphere at rifted margins by determining stretching factors and strain rates using a combination of seismic imaging and state-of-the-art inverse modelling of subsidence data. Our analysis will focus on conjugate margins in the Eastern Black Sea basin, where a rapid sediment supply has ensured that post-rift subsidence is better constrained than on most rifted margins. Forward and inverse modelling of wide-angle seismic data will be used to determine the crustal thickness variation and the significance of synrift igneous activity. These observations will be integrated with subsidence data to determine the three-dimensional thermal history of the basin.
Period of Award:
30 Jan 2004 - 29 Nov 2007
Value:
£139,985 Lead Split Award
Authorised funds only
NERC Reference:
NER/T/S/2003/00114
Grant Stage:
Completed
Scheme:
Directed Pre FEC
Grant Status:
Closed

This grant award has a total value of £139,985  

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FDAB - Financial Details (Award breakdown by headings)

Total - StaffTotal - T&STotal - Other CostsTotal - Indirect Costs
£45,924£16,583£56,354£21,125

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