PhD Student | Geosciences | Virginia Tech

Benjamin Avellaneda

I am a PhD student in the Department of Geosciences at Virginia Tech within the Geodesy and Tectonophysics Laboratory with a research focus in tectonics and geodesy, and 8+ years of military service that have shaped my leadership and problem-solving approach. My background combines academic research with operational experience, bringing a mission-driven mindset to complex scientific and technical challenges.

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Research

My research focuses on tectonics and geodesy. I am currently working towards a unified geodetic framework for plate and microplate kinematics of the African continent.

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Teaching

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