Women in Science and Engineering at Yale (2020 Edition)

Maureen D. Long, Ph.D.

Professor, Department of Geology & Geophysics

Director of Graduate Studies

Maureen Long is an observational seismologist who works on problems related to deep mantle dynamics with a focus on subduction zone processes and on the structure and evolution of continental lithosphere. Her research encompasses a substantial field component, with recent and seismometer deployments in the Pacific Northwest, Peru, the Appalachian Mountains, offshore eastern North America, and New England.

Cartoon view of the Earth’s mantle, highlighting some of the regions and scientific problems that are investigated by Professor Long and her research group. Photo credit: Maureen Long