Jeffrey Mc Guire
About Jeffrey Mc Guire
Jeffrey McGuire is a Research Geophysicist at the U.S. Geological Survey, with a background that includes significant roles at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and extensive research in seismic and geodetic studies.
Current Role at U.S. Geological Survey
Jeffrey Mc Guire has been serving as a Research Geophysicist at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) since 2018. His work is based in Moffett Field, California. In this role, he focuses on various aspects of geophysics, including seismic and geodetic studies. His current research contributes to understanding earthquake dynamics and ground motion.
Previous Experience at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
Prior to his current position, Jeffrey Mc Guire worked at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution from 2002 to 2018. He held the titles of Associate Scientist and later Senior Scientist during his nine years there. His research during this period included significant contributions to seismic studies and the analysis of ground motion.
Educational Background
Jeffrey Mc Guire completed his Bachelor of Arts in Geophysics and Physics at Washington University in St. Louis from 1990 to 1994. He then pursued a Doctor of Philosophy at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he studied from 1995 to 2000. Additionally, he was a Postdoctoral Fellow at Stanford University from 2000 to 2002, further enhancing his expertise in geophysics.
Research Focus and Publications
Jeffrey Mc Guire has authored over 50 peer-reviewed publications, primarily focusing on seismic and geodetic studies. His research interests include the effects of rupture directivity on strong ground motion and earthquake recurrence models. He has also worked on ground-motion prediction equations and the study of human-induced seismicity.
Involvement in Professional Organizations
From 2014 to 2016, Jeffrey Mc Guire served as a Member of the Board of Directors at the Incorporated Research Institutions for Seismology. This role allowed him to contribute to the advancement of seismological research and collaboration within the scientific community.