Gaëlle Toussaint

Background/Biography

My research focuses on developing physics-based numerical models of fluid-driven earthquake sequences. I investigate the coupled processes that influence their generation, including fluid migration, temperature effects, fault reactivation, and permeability changes. By understanding these interactions, I aim to optimize subsurface usage for renewable geothermal energy, reduce the risk of induced seismicity, and contribute to safer, more efficient solutions for sustainable energy systems.

Education

  • 2022 – Present: PhD Candidate. Center for Hydrogeology and Geothermics (CHYN), University of Neuchatel.
  • 2020 – 2022: M.Sc. in Hydrogeology and Geothermics, University of Neuchâtel, Neuchâtel, Switzerland
  • 2017 – 2020: B.Sc. in Geology, University of Namur, Namur, Belgium

Teaching

Bachelor en Système Naturels

  • Expériences et laboratoires en géologie appliquée
  • Méthodes et outils des géologues

Publications

Research gate
  • Function

PhD Student

  • Area of expertise

Geodynamics
Earthquakes modeling
Geothermics

  • Address

Centre d’hydrogéologie et de géothermie (CHYN)
Bureau E204
Rue Emile-Argand 11
2000 Neuchâtel

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