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Helen Lacey

Helen Lacey is a PhD student contributor to Physics World. Helen graduated with an MSci in natural sciences (astrophysics and geophysics) from University College London in 2014, and is currently working towards her PhD at Imperial College. Her topic is the role of carbonate cementation in fault zones, which includes an interdisciplinary approach to fieldwork, rock mechanics experiments and geochemical analyses. She is currently focusing on how carbonate cementation can induce different slip behaviours on faults.

Helen has previously worked with a number of organizations, including QinetiQ, the Disasters Emergency Committee and Policy Connect. She is an advocate for science-based policy and loves travelling and beautiful geology.

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