Dr Martin Stokes

    Overview

    Profile summary

    I am an Earth scientist with published research interests in international scientific journals (e.g. Geomorphology, Geological Society of London, Geological Society of America, Nature Comms., Quaternary Research) examining fluvial/coastal/tectonic geomorphology, sedimentology and long-term landscape development in the UK, Western Mediterranean, North Africa and the USA.

    Professional memberships

    Professional membership of:

    • British Society for Geomorphology (BSG)
    • Fellow of the Geological Society (FGS)
    • Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society (FRGS)
    • British Sedimentological Research Group (BSRG)
    • International Quaternary Association (INQUA)
    • Fluvial Archives Group (FLAG) - a research group of the Quaternary Research Association (QRA) Quaternary Research Association (QRA)
    • International Association of Sedimentologists (IAS)
    • Higher Education Academy (HEA)

    Roles on external bodies

    • Past editorial board member for the Elsevier journal 'Geomorphology'.
    • Former member of the Engineering Group of the Geological Society of London working party on 'Hot Deserts': (Walker, 2012).
    • NERC Peer Review College Member 2008-ongoing - grant reviewing, grant panel member, services review group member.

    Supervised research degrees

    • Xiaohong Zhao 2017. Holocene palaeohydrology of the Yongding River, China. Beijing Normal University. (co-supervisor)
    • Martin Geach 2015. River capture and landscape development, Tabernas Basin, SE Spain.  PhD University of Plymouth.
    • Waleed Hamed 2015. Geomorphology of the Western desert, Iraq.  PhD University of Plymouth.
    • Samantha Ilott 2013.Cosmogenic dating of fluvial terraces in the Sorbas Basin, SE Spain.  PhD University of Plymouth.
    • Alfandi, E. 2012. Early Mesozoic stratigraphy, sedimentology and structure of the Gharian area, north-western Libya.  PhD University of Plymouth.
    • Meikle, C. 2009. Late Pleistocene Drainage Evolution of the Rio Almanzora, SE Spain. NERC PhD, University of Newcastle. (co-supervisor)
    • Foster, C. 2007. The distribution, nature and causes of landsliding in Devon & Cornwall. PhD University of Plymouth.
    • Sharples, M. 2005. Testing the isotope signal from fossil Crassostrea longirostris oysters as a palaeoclimate reconstruction tool. MSc University of Plymouth.
    • Hannant, K.P. 2003. Pliocene mangroves in Southeast Spain: Fossil Evidence and Palaeoclimatic Implications. MRes, University of Plymouth.
    • Coventry, K.A. 2003. Specification development for the use of Devon cob in earthen construction. PhD, University of Plymouth.

    Teaching interests

    Current teaching areas / interests:

    • Fieldwork (UK, Europe, North Africa, North America)
    • Geomorphology 
    • Sedimentology
    • Remote Sensing
    • Professional Skills / employability  

    Module leader:

    • APIE 217 and 316 Earth Science Placements
    • GEOL2007 Long Term Landscape Development   

    Teaching / administrative roles and responsibilities:

    • Stage 4 Professional Skills delivery (PDP / employability)
    • Earth Sciences employability lead

    Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

    In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

    • SDG 4 - Quality Education
    • SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities
    • SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
    • SDG 13 - Climate Action
    • SDG 14 - Life Below Water
    • SDG 15 - Life on Land
    • SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals

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