My research involves utilizing a multi-disciplinary approach to understanding explosive volcanic systems - magma petrogenesis, eruption and emplacement mechanisms of both mafic and silicic pyroclastic deposits, and the holistic interpretation of volcanic stratigraphic sequences containing effusive, explosive and reworked volcanic material.

I am also involved in planetary geology projects: (i) the application of remotely operated vehicles (rovers) for studying the geology of other planets, and specifically in evaluating the efficacy of geologic interpretation based on rover-collected data; and (ii) utilizing Earth-based analogues to understand planetary processes, such as mechanisms of formation for Martian 'blueberries' or the environmental conditions on early Mars and the potential for life.