Mechanical Properties of Earth Mantle Minerals under High Pressure and High Temperature

Dear Colleagues,

The rheological properties of the solid mantle control mantle convection, which ultimately drives plate tectonics. Since seismic observations constitute our primary means of probing the Earth's interior, it becomes essential to study the mechanical properties of mantle rocks through high-pressure and high-temperature deformation experiments and theoretical modelling to mimic Earth’s interior dynamics, to better understand the various deformation mechanisms that might be at play during mantle convection, and to better understand how these mechanisms might change with depth.

Over the past four decades, substantial advances have been made in the realm of high-pressure deformation experiments, theoretical modelling, and data analyses. These advancements have empowered the mineral physics community to make ground-breaking discoveries and address some of the most fundamental questions pertaining to mantle convection and plate tectonics. This Special Issue extends an invitation for contributions within the field of mantle mineral deformation. Studies may encompass reviews or recent results from laboratory experiments or theoretical modelling, and potentially adopt a multidisciplinary approach. We encourage submissions that introduce novel applications and pioneering methodologies.

Dr. Jennifer Girard
Guest Editor

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• dynamics of Earth’s interior
• rheological properties
• deformation mechanisms