Samuel Howell

Samuel Howell is a Research Scientist at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, specializing in mid-ocean ridges and the study of dilational bands on Europa, a moon of Jupiter, as part of the Europa Clipper Mission. With a PhD in Geology and Geophysics from the University of Hawaii at Manoa, Samuel has previously worked as a Graduate Assistant, where research focused on tectonomagmatic processes and fault deformation. Prior roles include piloting underwater sonar equipment on oceanic research cruises, contributing to topographic and seismic data collection as a Private Contractor, and conducting investigations as a Student Researcher at Universität des Saarlandes. Samuel's educational background features a BS in Engineering Physics from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology and an MS in Geology and Geophysics, solidifying a comprehensive expertise in geology and geophysics.