Marcia Bjornerud

Marcia Bjornerud is a professor of geology and environmental studies at Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin.

Her research focuses on the physics of earthquakes and mountain-building, combining field studies of bedrock geology with quantitative models of rock mechanics.

Bjornerud has conducted research in various locations, including high arctic Norway, Canada, mainland Norway, Scotland, New Zealand, and the Lake Superior region.

She is known for her ability to explain complex geological concepts to general audiences, as demonstrated in her book Timefulness.

Bjornerud's work emphasizes the importance of understanding Earth's long-term processes and their relevance to current environmental challenges.