Research Interests Geologic controls on seafloor fluid flow (Vents & Seeps) Impact of hydrothermal activity, seeps, on ocean budgets Chemosynthetic Ecosystems, Astrobiology & Origins of Life New Technologies for Deep Ocean Exploration Awards 2014: Research Prize - Alexander Von Humboldt Foundation, Germany 2010: Excellence in Research Award - Petersen Foundation, Germany 2002: MBE Services to Marine Research, HM Government, UK 2000: Edward A Flinn Award - International Lithosphere Panel 2000: Scientist for the New Century - Royal Institution, UK 1988: John Murray Travelling Student - Royal Society, UK