Experts Guide

Germa is an expert in volcanology, igneous petrology and geochemistry. Her research focuses on the long-term evolution of volcanic fields using radiometric dating methods, igneous petrology along with whole-rock and mineral major and trace elements geochemistry, and geomorphology.

Dixon studies the role of water and carbon dioxide in the generation and evolution of basaltic magmas with an emphasis on submarine volcanoes. Her work includes solubility studies of water and carbon dioxide in basaltic melts, vapor saturation and degassing models, and modeling of volatile contents in primary magmas and the mantle. Her research has focused on the mid-ocean ridge system, Hawaii, the Galapagos and the Easter Salas y Gomez Seamount Chain.