Amber is a Geologist with the Astrogeology Science Center in Flagstaff, AZ.
Amber's work primarily focuses on Terrestrial Analogs and Mars research, which includes creating multi-purpose field guides for planetary analogs within northern Arizona, collecting meteorological data and studying ripple migration at Grand Falls dune field, and characterizing impact melts and the internal structure of Meteor Crater’s ejecta blanket. She co-leads the USGS Astrogeology Terrestrial Analog Sample Collection, which currently houses samples from Meteor Crater, AZ, Flynn Creek Crater, TN, and the Shoemaker Sample Collection. Her research also includes studying Mars’ ancient hydrologic past, in the form of inverted stream channels and intracrater alluvial fans.
Science and Products
Surface - Atmosphere interaction
Caves
Terrestrial Analogs for Research and Geologic Exploration Training (TARGET)
Science and Products
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Surface - Atmosphere interaction
The USGS Astrogeology Science Center conducts research on the interaction between planetary surfaces and the overlying atmospheres. In particular, the transfer of momentum (from wind), vapor (evaporation/sublimation), liquid (rainfall, percolation, infiltration) and solids (snow) occurs between surfaces and atmospheres.Caves
The USGS Astrogeology Science Center conducts research on caves. In particular, we are interested in the physics of caves, which involves the application of the principles of heat transfer, mass transfer and meteorology to understand how cave climates evolve. We are also interested in caves on other planetary bodies and moons, and how they may be used as resources for future missions.Terrestrial Analogs for Research and Geologic Exploration Training (TARGET)
The U. S. Geological Survey (USGS) Astrogeology Science Center (ASC) recently established the Terrestrial Analogs for Research and Geologic Exploration Training (TARGET) program. This service-oriented program is built around the recognition that the Earth is a fundamental training ground for human and robotic planetary exploration, and that ASC is in a unique position in northern Arizona with... - Data
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