David A Foster, Professor and Interim Associate Dean for Research

Research Focus

Professor David Foster and his lab group study the tectonic and magmatic development of the Earth’s crust using temperature sensitive isotopic dating techniques (thermochronology), structural geology, and petrology.

Dr. Foster also researches the application of enhanced weathering of basaltic igneous rocks to improve agricultural and rangeland soils and remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

Contact Information

Office Hours: by appointment

Office: 366 Williamson Hall
Phone: (352) 392-2231
Fax: (352) 392-2241
Email:dafoster@ufl.edu

Mailing address:
Department of Geological Sciences
University of Florida
P.O. Box 112120
Gainesville, FL 32611-7320.