Tel: +81-298-64-1111 (ex.8242)
Fax:+81-298-64-2655
E-mail: t_nisimura@gsi.go.jp

Mailing Address:
GSI Geography and Crustal Dynamics Research Center
Crustal Deformation Research Division Kitasato-1, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-0811, JAPAN

Takuya Nishimura

I am studying surface deformation observed by GPS, leveling and InSAR to understand geological processes including coupling on faults and magma migration, which occur underground. Presently, continous GPS systems and remote sensing data provide plenty of data, even when I am in the office. In addition, I like to go in the field to collect surface displacement data using GPS.

The aim of my research is to mitigate the disasters caused by earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

Now, I am working on the modelling of the contemporary deformation in the Kanto region including Tokyo metropolitan area. Collegues and myself found the clockwise rotation of the Izu microplate including Izu Peninsula. High slip-deficit rate (~30mm/yr) east off Izu Peninsula suggests large seismic potential threatening Tokyo metropolitan area.