Mechanics of Complex Subsurface Systems Group

We study earthquake mechanics, geohazards, induced seismicity, and subsurface processes by combining experiments, computation, and scientific machine learning.

University of Houston

Research Focus

We connect observations, laboratory experiments, and high-fidelity modeling to understand how subsurface systems deform, fail, and trigger hazards.

Nucleation

Earthquake nucleation and rupture propagation

Understanding how multiphysical processes influence when unstable sliding starts, cascades, or arrests.

Operations

Induced seismicity and geosystems

Linking fault zone architecture, permeability, and fluid injection to induced seismicity risk during subsurface operations.

Prediction

Scientific machine learning

Developing fast surrogate models that preserve the relevant mechanics and enable uncertainty quantification.

News

Selected updates from recent papers and group development.

Geophysical Research Letters

Injection-induced seismicity in complex fault zone architecture is now published in Geophysical Research Letters. Read more

Bulletin of the Seismological Society of America

Work on earthquake-induced rotational ground motions and building response is now published in BSSA. Read more

Launching at the University of Houston

I will be joining the University of Houston as an Assistant Professor and launch the MCSS group in Fall 2026.

Nature Geoscience

Near-field evidence for early supershear rupture of the 2023 Kahramanmaras earthquake. Read more

Recruitment

We are forming the group and actively recruiting students interested in geomechanics, geophysics, computational mechanics, and scientific machine learning.

Connect

For collaborations, talks, prospective student inquiries, or related opportunities, please reach out.