BSc (hons), MSc
Research PG
- About
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- Email Address
- h.kennedy.21@abdn.ac.uk
- Office Address
h.kennedy.21@abdn.ac.uk
- School/Department
- School of Geosciences
Biography
I am a postgraduate researcher undertaking a Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) PhD as part of the GeoNetZero programme.
My PhD is in geophysics and I specialise in seismology.
I am currently looking at the seismic anisotropy of the Los Humeros Geothermal Field in Mexico, looking at the distribution of fractures deep within the subsurface using three-component (3C) beamforming of ambient seismic noise. Furthermore, I am improving the 3C beamforming method using numerical calibration and investigating further surface wave depth inversion techniques.
Qualifications
- MSc Geophysics2021 - University of Aberdeen
- BSc Geology and Physics2020 - University of Aberdeen
External Memberships
European Association of Geoscientists and Engineers (EAGE).
Women In Geothermal (WING).
Prizes and Awards
ASDAN University's Award
Bronze Star Award
- Research
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Research Areas
Geology and Geophysics
Research Specialisms
- Geophysics
- Geology
- Physics
Our research specialisms are based on the Higher Education Classification of Subjects (HECoS) which is HESA open data, published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International licence.
Current Research
Geothermal reservoir characterisation and monitoring using three-component beamforming of ambient seismic noise.
Past Research
Constraints on fracture distribution of the Los Humeros Geothermal Field from seismic noise beamforming.
Understanding the Overall Effect Fracking has on Seismic Activity in Lancashire
Thermodynamics of Geothermal Energy
Constraints on fracture distribution in the Los Humeros geothermal field
Published peer-reviewed paper, Solid Earth
Supervision
Supervisors:
Dr. Katrin Loer
Dr. Amy Gilligan
Dr. Claudia Finger
Funding and Grants
GeoNetZero: fully funded by NeoEnergy Upstream whose support is greatly appreciated.
- Teaching
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Teaching Responsibilities
I am a PGR demonstrator for practicals/tutorials for MSc Geophysics and Undergraduate Geology courses.
Course list as follows:
- GL2511
- GL5036
- GL5545
- GL5575
Non-course Teaching Responsibilities
I have been a guest seminar presenter at the Dublin Institute of Applied Science (DIAS) and Norsar.
Furthermore, I have presented at multiple outreach events including soapbox science and teaching primary/secondary school students who have attended outreach events at the University.
