Dr. Joseph Gonzalez
B.S. Geology, University of Wyoming (2015)
B.S. Environment and Natural Resources, University of Wyoming (2015)
PhD. Earth Sciences, Syracuse University (2019)
NSF EAR Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Pavia (2021-2022)
Postdoctoral Fellow, WiscSIMS, University of Wisconsin-Madison (2023-2024)
My research centers on deciphering the formation conditions of igneous and metamorphic rocks through Earth's history. I use an integrated approach, combining mineralogical, petrological, and geochemical techniques to unravel the depth-temperature-time-composition histories of mineral and melt phases, with a particular focus on regions such as the Adirondacks.
In addition to fieldwork and analysis, I prioritize methods development and experimental petrology. Currently, I am advancing new tools in petrology and mineralogy to refine our understanding of geological processes. My long-term goal is to apply these innovations to shed new light on the tectonic and metamorphic evolution of the Adirondacks during the Grenville orogeny (~1 billion years ago).
As Curator of Mineralogy at the New York State Museum, I manage and preserve the rock and mineral collections, which serve as critical records of New York’s geological and cultural heritage.
Given the interdisciplinary nature of my work, I welcome inquiries about potential research collaborations both within and beyond New York State.