Dr Sima Mousavi
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About
I am an observational seismologist with a diverse range of interests and expertise. My research has encompassed earth imaging studies, ranging from the upper crust to the Earth's core mantle boundary. Additionally, I'm interested in earthquake source modelling utilising full waveform modelling and 3D earth models.
I am responsible for running the Australian Seismometers in Schools (AuSIS) Network. Through this program, I maintain and control a network of 50 broadband seismic stations located in schools across Australia. I'm grateful for the opportunity to travel and speak to students about the fascinating field of Earth sciences, inspiring them to pursue careers in STEM.
My contributions to the field involve participating in fieldwork at Lake Eyre and Eyre Peninsula in South Australia, the SWAN project in Western Australia, and a DAS experiment in the South Island of New Zealand, among others.
Funded Projects & Grants:
- GSWA-ANU Research Collaboration: "Investigating seismic anisotropy, seismicity, and structure beneath the WA-Array." C. Eakin, M. Miller, R. Pickle, S. Mousavi, & P. Zhang (ANU). 2023-2026.
- ANU ECR Travel Grant: To attend the IUGG/IASPEI 40th General Assembly, Montreal, Canada, 2019.
Service:
- August 2024 - Present: Chair of the Outreach Committee at RSES
- May 2024 - Present: RSES Representative on the Fieldwork and Off-Campus Advisory Group
- May 2024 - Present: Member of the WHS Committee at RSES
- 2021 - Present: Member of the Outreach Committee at RSES
- 2019 - 2021: Member of the IDEA Committee at RSES
- 2019 - 2021: RSES Representative on the College of Science IDEA Committee
Engagement with Media:
- 2022, 2021: Woods Point Earthquake coverage – featured in Canberra Times, ABC, and ANU Reporter. My research attracted significant media attention, resulting in 140 media items across TV, radio, and online platforms, reaching a total potential audience of 1.7 million people across Australia.
- 2022, 2017: Coverage of Australia’s biggest ever ‘footy-quake’ at a Raiders game.
- 2018: Outreach for AuScope, celebrating Earth Science Week
- 2017: Featured in Canberra Times for recording thunderstorms on the seismometers at ANU.
Affiliations
- Geophysics, Research support officer
Projects
- High-resolution probing of the Earth’s lowermost mantle , Researcher
- The Australian Seismometers in Schools Network (AuSIS) , Support officer
Teaching information
Past teaching experiences:
- 2019: Lab Demonstrator, Physics 3070, ANU
- 2019: Lecturer, Introduction to Seismology, EMSC 8034, ANU
- 2017, 2018, 2024: Lecturer, EMSC3050 - Special Topics - New Colombo Plan Course Understanding Geological Hazards, ANU
Outreach and Engagement:
As a Research Officer for the Australian Seismometers in Schools (AuSIS) Program since 2019, I oversee a network of seismometers installed in 50 schools across Australia. This program has three core objectives: educational outreach, monitoring, and research. With a strong commitment to promoting STEM education for everyone, I have made outreach and engagement one of the key pillars of my work.
I actively participate in programs aimed at inspiring and encouraging students of all backgrounds to pursue STEM careers. By showcasing the relevance and excitement of science, I believe that students can be inspired to pursue further learning and exploration. Engaging students in STEM is integral to my work, and I am passionate about continuing to inspire and empower the next generation of scientists.
Location
Room J2,237
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Acknowledgement of Country
I acknowledge the Ngunnawal and Ngambri people as the Traditional Custodians of the lands where I live, work and learn. I pay my respects to their Elders, past and present.
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