Claudio Madonna

His expertise is in rock deformation, with a focus on elastic wave properties, thermo-hydro-mechanical processes, rock rheology and microstructural analysis. He is responsible for the Rock Physics and Mechanics Laboratory in the Department of Earth Sciences at ETH Zurich, where he oversees laboratory facilities and personnel, and leads the development of innovative techniques to advance research in these areas. In addition to his leadership role, Claudio Madonna is an accomplished mentor, providing guidance and support to students conducting research in the field of rock physics.