Matthew Cleave

Academic profile

Mr Matthew Cleave


School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences (Faculty of Science and Engineering)

The Global Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. Matthew's work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

Goal 09: SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and InfrastructureGoal 11: SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and CommunitiesGoal 13: SDG 13 - Climate ActionGoal 14: SDG 14 - Life Below WaterGoal 17: SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals

About Matthew

I am a PhD researcher at the ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓÆµ, investigating the tectonics and geodynamics of eastern Turkey and northern Syria. My current research integrates InSAR satellite data with Coulomb stress modelling to analyse rupture processes and strain redistribution associated with the February 2023 earthquake sequence.

With a background in geology and a strong interest in multidisciplinary approaches, my previous research explored the geochemistry of estuarine sediments using XRF analysis to assess historical mine waste contamination in coastal catchments. This diversity of experience reflects my broad passion for Earth sciences and my ongoing commitment to applying a range of geoscientific techniques to complex natural systems.

Contact Matthew

B409 Portland Square, Drake Circus, Plymouth, PL4 8AA