headshot of  Bruce Buffett; man with dark hair and light skin wearing button up shirt with greenery in the background.

Research Bio

Bruce Buffett is a professor in the Department of Eath & Planetary Science. His research includes dynamics and evolution of planetary interiors, including mantle convection, plate tectonics, and planetary dynamos, as well as, physical modeling of gas hydrates and consequences for climate change.

Research Expertise and Interest

mantle convection, plate techtonics, planetary dynamos

Teaching

Courses taught during the three most recent terms
2026 Spring
  • Supervised Independent Study and Research  [EPS 199]  

  • Research  [EPS 280]  

  • Senior Honors Course  [EPS H195]  

2025 Fall
  • Field Study  [EPS 197]  

  • Supervised Independent Study and Research  [EPS 199]  

  • Research  [EPS 280]  

  • Directed Group Study for Graduates  [EPS 298]  

  • Senior Honors Course  [EPS H195]  

2025 Summer
  • Supervised Independent Study and Research  [EPS 199]  

  • Research  [EPS 280]  

2025 Spring
  • Supervised Independent Study and Research  [EPS 199]  

  • Research  [EPS 280]  

  • Senior Honors Course  [EPS H195]