Clive Neal
Professor of Civil Engineering and Geological Sciences
Office: 106D Cushing Hall of Engineering
Phone: 574-631-8328
Email: neal.1@nd.edu
Areas of Expertise
Petrology, geochemistry, planetary geology
Neal uses petrology and geochemistry to investigate the environment from planetary differentiation to heavy metal pollution. His research is not constrained to the earth and his research projects use samples and geophysics to explore the moon as well as studies of Martian meteorites. His interests also include the evolution of the moon and Mars and the origin of the solar system. Neal is chair of NASA’s Lunar Exploration Analysis Group (LEAG) and also sits on the Planetary Science Subcommittee of the NASA Advisory Council. He also is chair of the readiness assessment team for the JOIDES Resolution, a riserless drilling vessel operated by the Integrated Ocean Drilling Program for scientific exploration of the ocean floor.
ND EXPERTS
Mars finding a significant step
ND NEWSWIRE ARTICLES
Notre Dame’s Neal being briefed on water findings from lunar-impact mission
Neal to participate in Beijing lunar science workshop
Geologist Neal named to NASA Lunar Science Institute
Drilling for answers: Clive Neal and the JOIDES Resolution
Planetary geologist Neal to chair lunar analysis group
Rumblings on the moon could be problematic for lunar base
IN THE NEWS
International Business Times—Moon May Be 200 Million Years Younger Than Thought: Scientists
Los Angeles Times—Moon may be younger than thought, study says
Chicago Tribune—Moon may be younger than thought, study says
