Welcome!
I am a faculty member at Earth & Planetary Sciences, Johns Hopkins University. As a geophysicist my research & teaching revolve around earth, climate, energy, sustainability and planets.
I am interested in renewable energy in general, and geothermal energy in particular. Together with Prof. Bruce Marsh, we are co-inventors of GenaSys – a groundbreaking geothermal system distinguished by its exceptional longevity and its remarkably steady power output.
Another part of my work seeks to better understand the geologic evolution of such planetary bodies as Mars, Venus and the Moon. My doctoral dissertation, The Thermal and Structural Evolution of Planetary Bodies, explores the geologic evolution of Mars, Venus and Vesta via examining their lithosphere deformation.
Additionally, I have lectured extensively on earth, climate, sustainability and planetary topics.
I am also interested in leadership, management, and passionate about innovation. I hold a degree from Johns Hopkins Carey School of Business in Executive Leadership and Management.
Outside of my professional work, I enjoy running experiments with my 8-year-old son. We often record our playful science/cultural projects and share on our YouTube channel – Daani and Papa. Much Fun!
I am also passionate about writing and am currently working on publishing my first book, America Hugs a Persian. If you are a literary agent interested in representing me, I'd love to connect.
Feel free to explore, and if interested in connecting send an email.
Thanks to all the organizations that support my research:
