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David J. Des Marais

David J. Des Marais

D-Index & Metrics

Earth Science

D-Index
91
Citations
30753
World Ranking
248
National Ranking
135

Research.com Recognitions

  • 2008 - Fellow of American Geophysical Union (AGU)

Overview

David J. Des Marais is affiliated with the Ames Research Center in the United States. Their research work primarily focuses on planetary science and exploration, with significant contributions to physics and astronomy and earth and planetary sciences.

Their publication record spans various topics including planetary science and exploration, astro and planetary science, space science and extraterrestrial life, geology and paleoclimatology research, paleontology and stratigraphy of fossils, space exploration and technology, and microbial community ecology and physiology.

Frequent publication venues for David J. Des Marais include:

  • Astrobiology
  • Journal of Geophysical Research Planets
  • Science
  • Minerals
  • Geochemistry

The scientist has coauthored multiple papers with prominent researchers such as:

  • E. B. Rampe
  • T. F. Bristow
  • A. S. Yen
  • A. H. Treiman
  • M. T. Thorpe

Recent papers by David J. Des Marais demonstrate a focus on Martian geology and mineralogy, including:

  • Mineralogy and geochemistry of sedimentary rocks and eolian sediments in Gale crater, Mars: A review after six Earth years of exploration with Curiosity (2020, Geochemistry)
  • Mineralogy of Vera Rubin Ridge From the Mars Science Laboratory CheMin Instrument (2020, Journal of Geophysical Research Planets)
  • Brine-driven destruction of clay minerals in Gale crater, Mars (2021, Science)
  • Mars Science Laboratory CheMin Data From the Glen Torridon Region and the Significance of Lake-Groundwater Interactions in Interpreting Mineralogy and Sedimentary History (2022, Journal of Geophysical Research Planets)
  • Evidence for Multiple Diagenetic Episodes in Ancient Fluvial-Lacustrine Sedimentary Rocks in Gale Crater, Mars (2020, Journal of Geophysical Research Planets)

In terms of subfields, their work encompasses astronomy and astrophysics, atmospheric science, paleontology, ecology, and aerospace engineering. Their contributions have led to recognition such as being named a Fellow of the American Geophysical Union in 2008.

Best Publications

  • Compact Reconnaissance Imaging Spectrometer for Mars (CRISM) on Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO)

    Scott Murchie;R. Arvidson;P. Bedini;K. Beisser

  • Hydrated silicate minerals on Mars observed by the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter CRISM instrument

    John F. Mustard;Scott L. Murchie;S. M. Pelkey;B. L. Ehlmann

  • Orbital Identification of Carbonate-Bearing Rocks on Mars

    Bethany L. Ehlmann;John F. Mustard;Scott L. Murchie;Francois Poulet

  • Identification of hydrated silicate minerals on Mars using MRO‐CRISM: Geologic context near Nili Fossae and implications for aqueous alteration

    Bethany L. Ehlmann;John F. Mustard;Gregg A. Swayze;Roger N. Clark

  • Mineralogy of a Mudstone at Yellowknife Bay, Gale Crater, Mars

    D.T. Vaniman;D.L. Bish;D.W. Ming;T.F. Bristow

  • Latitudinal variations in plankton δ 13 C: implications for CO 2 and productivity in past oceans

    Greg H. Rau;Greg H. Rau;Taro Takahashi;David J. Des Marais

  • Overview of the Spirit Mars Exploration Rover Mission to Gusev Crater: Landing site to Backstay Rock in the Columbia Hills

    R. E. Arvidson;S. W. Squyres;R. C. Anderson;J. F. Bell

  • A synthesis of Martian aqueous mineralogy after 1 Mars year of observations from the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter

    Scott L. Murchie;John F. Mustard;Bethany L. Ehlmann;Ralph E. Milliken

  • Remote sensing of planetary properties and biosignatures on extrasolar terrestrial planets.

    David J. Des Marais;Martin O. Harwit;Kenneth W. Jucks;James F. Kasting

  • The Opportunity Rover's Athena science investigation at Meridiani Planum, Mars.

    S. W. Squyres;R. E. Arvidson;J.F. Bell;J. Brückner

  • Carbon isotope evidence for the stepwise oxidation of the Proterozoic environment

    David J. Des Marais;Harald Strauss;Roger E. Summons;J. M. Hayes

  • Carbon isotopic fractionation in heterotrophic microbial metabolism.

    N Blair;A Leu;E Muñoz;J Olsen

  • Concentrations and isotope ratios of carbon, nitrogen and sulfur in ocean-floor basalts

    H. Sakai;D.J.Des Marais;A. Ueda;J.G. Moore

  • Organic molecules in the Sheepbed Mudstone, Gale Crater, Mars

    Caroline Freissinet;Caroline Freissinet;D. P. Glavin;Paul R. Mahaffy;K. E. Miller

  • Depositional Facies and Aqueous-Solid Geochemistry of Travertine-Depositing Hot Springs (Angel Terrace, Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone National Park, U.S.A.)

    Bruce W. Fouke;Jack D. Farmer;David J. Des Marais;Lisa Pratt

  • Detection of silica-rich deposits on Mars.

    Steven W. Squyres;Raymond E. Arvidson;S. Ruff;R. Gellert

  • Volatile and organic compositions of sedimentary rocks in Yellowknife Bay, Gale crater, Mars.

    Douglas W. Ming;P. D. Archer;D. P. Glavin;J. L. Eigenbrode

  • The Spirit Rover's Athena Science Investigation at Gusev Crater, Mars

    Steven W. Squyres;Raymond E. Arvidson;James F. Bell;J. Bruckner

  • Aerobic sulfate reduction in microbial mats.

    Donald E. Canfield;David J. Des Marais

  • When Did Photosynthesis Emerge on Earth

    David J. Des Marais

Frequent Co-Authors

Jack D. Farmer
Jack D. Farmer Arizona State University
Robert T. Downs
Robert T. Downs University of Arizona
A. S. Yen
A. S. Yen Jet Propulsion Lab
Steve J. Chipera
Steve J. Chipera Planetary Science Institute
John P. Grotzinger
John P. Grotzinger California Institute of Technology
Raymond E. Arvidson
Raymond E. Arvidson Washington University in St. Louis
Joy A. Crisp
Joy A. Crisp Jet Propulsion Lab
Allan H. Treiman
Allan H. Treiman Lunar and Planetary Institute
Scott M. McLennan
Scott M. McLennan Stony Brook University
Robert M. Hazen
Robert M. Hazen Carnegie Institution for Science

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