Steve De Long
About Steve De Long
Steve De Long is a Supervisory Research Geologist at the U.S. Geological Survey, specializing in earthquake hazard characterization using lidar and photogrammetric data. He leads the Northern California Earthquake Geology Project and has an extensive academic background, holding a Ph.D. in Geosciences from the University of Arizona.
Work at U.S. Geological Survey
Steve De Long has served as a Supervisory Research Geologist at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) since 2016. In this role, he leads the Northern California Earthquake Geology Project, which focuses on the geological setting, geomorphology, and slip history of seismogenic faults. His work involves high-resolution topographic data acquisition and processing, contributing to the understanding of earthquake hazards. Prior to his current position, he held various roles at USGS, including Research Geologist and Mendenhall Postdoctoral Fellow.
Education and Expertise
Steve De Long earned his Bachelor of Science (BS) in Geology/Earth Science from the University of Minnesota-Duluth, where he studied from 1993 to 1997. He later pursued a Ph.D. in Geosciences at the University of Arizona, completing his studies from 2001 to 2006. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his specialization in lidar and photogrammetric data for earthquake hazard characterization, as well as geochronology and tectonic geomorphology.
Background
Steve De Long has a diverse professional background in geology and geophysics. He worked as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Arizona State University from 2007 to 2008 before joining USGS. He also served as an Assistant Research Professor at the University of Arizona from 2010 to 2013. His experience spans various roles within USGS, including a three-year tenure as Research Geologist from 2013 to 2016, contributing to his expertise in geologic hazard science.
Research Focus
Steve De Long's research primarily centers on earthquake hazards and active crustal deformation. He applies techniques such as geochronology and tectonic geomorphology to investigate these phenomena. His leadership in the Northern California Earthquake Geology Project exemplifies his commitment to understanding the geological factors that influence seismic activity. His work in high-resolution topographic data processing further enhances the characterization of earthquake hazards.