Intraplate Volcanism

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Unravelling the origins of enigmatic volcanism to discover critical metals

This talk explores the origins of enigmatic intraplate volcanism that occurs far from plate boundaries, and its implications for discovering critical metal deposits. By integrating …

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Dr. Ben Mather
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Geodynamic modelling update

This talk presents an update on geodynamic modelling efforts focused on understanding the origins of intraplate volcanism in eastern Australia. We discuss recent advances in …

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Dr. Ben Mather
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Plume-slab interaction

Exploring the interaction between mantle plumes and subducting slabs in the Tasman Sea region, focusing on the three parallel hotspot tracks — Tasmantid, Lord Howe, and Cosgrove — …

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Dr. Ben Mather

Intraplate volcanism triggered by bursts in slab flux (invited speaker)

Investigating the link between changes in subducting slab flux and the triggering of intraplate volcanism, with a focus on the volcanic record of eastern Australia.

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Dr. Ben Mather

Intraplate volcanism triggered by subducted volatiles during bursts in slab flux

Intraplate volcanism triggered by subducted volatiles during bursts in slab flux

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Dr. Ben Mather
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The Role of Stagnant Slabs at the Transition Zone on Widespread Volcanism in Eastern Australia and Zealandia

Intraplate volcanism triggered by the release of subducted volatiles during bursts in slab flux

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Dr. Ben Mather

Stagnant slabs at the transition zone linked to widespread volcanism in Eastern Australia and Zealandia

Partial melting of ancient subducted slabs provide a framework through which to explain non-age progressive volcanism in a region of anomalous mantle composition.

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Dr. Ben Mather
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Stagnant slabs in the transition zone linked to widespread volcanism in Eastern Australia and Zealandia

“Eastern Australia and Zealandia host widespread volcanic activity including both age-progressive hotspot chains and enigmatic lava field eruptions with no clear time dependence. …

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Dr. Ben Mather
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The origin of intraplate mafic volcanism along the eastern margin of Australia

The eastern margin of Australia has experienced extensive mafic volcanism since its breakaway from Antarctica (~ 80 Ma). A plume origin has been suggested for intraplate volcanism, …

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Dr. Ben Mather