Distinguished Professor, University of Utah, United States
Michael S. Zhdanov is a Distinguished Professor of Geophysics at the University of Utah, where he directs the Consortium for Electromagnetic Modeling and Inversion (CEMI). He is also the founder, Chairman, and CEO of TechnoImaging LLC. His illustrious career spans both academia and industry, with significant contributions to geophysics and electromagnetic methods.
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Education 🎓
Dr. Zhdanov earned his Ph.D. in physics and mathematics in 1970 and his Doctor of Sciences degree in physics and mathematics in 1978, both from Moscow State University, Russia. His early academic achievements set the foundation for his influential work in geophysics.
Experience 🏆
Michael S. Zhdanov began his career at Moscow Gubkin State University of Oil and Gas, advancing through the ranks to Full Professor. In 1990, he founded the Geoelectromagnetic Research Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences. Since joining the University of Utah in 1993, he has directed CEMI, fostering significant advancements in geophysical exploration methods. He founded TechnoImaging LLC in 2005, pioneering advanced 3D imaging solutions for various geophysical applications.
Research Interests 🧠
Dr. Zhdanov’s research primarily focuses on mathematical inverse theory and remote sensing. He developed innovative techniques in regularized focusing inversion and imaging, joint inversion of multiphysics data, and electromagnetic holography. His work has broad applications, including mineral exploration, environmental monitoring, and medical imaging.
Awards 🏅
Michael S. Zhdanov’s accolades include an Honorary Diploma of Gauss Professor from the Gottingen Academy of Sciences, Honorary Professor at the China National Center of Geological Exploration Technology, and Honorary Membership in the Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG). He is also a Fellow of the Electromagnetics Academy, USA.
Publications Top Notes 📚
Dr. Zhdanov has authored over 400 peer-reviewed papers and 15 books, with significant works including:
Integral Transforms in Geophysics, 1988
The Geoelectrical Methods in Geophysical Exploration, 1994
Geophysical Inverse Theory and Regularization Problems, 2002
Geophysical Electromagnetic Theory and Methods, 2009
Inverse Theory and Applications in Geophysics, 2015
Foundations of Geophysical Electromagnetic Theory and Methods, 2018
Advanced Methods of Joint Inversion and Fusion of Multiphysics Data, 2023