Ashley Burkett
Associate Professor
Geology
- Associate ProfessorGeology
- (405) 744-6358 (Work)
BIO & RESEARCH INTERESTs
https://burkett.okstate.edu/
I am a marine micropaleontologist and paleoceanographer whose research focuses on benthic foraminifera, deep-sea ecosystems, and environmental change through time. My work integrates micropaleontology, geochemistry, ecology, and advanced imaging techniques such as MicroCT scanning to investigate ocean conditions, seafloor environments, and the fossil record of ancient marine systems.
My research spans both modern and ancient environments, including studies of oxygen dynamics, deep-sea ecology, paleoenvironmental reconstruction, and environmental monitoring. Current projects involve deep-sea expeditions, high-resolution imaging, geochemical proxy development, and digital approaches to analyzing marine sediment records. I am also interested in expanding access to geoscience research through hands-on student training and interdisciplinary collaboration.
OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY APPOINTMENTS
- Associate ProfessorOklahoma State University, Geology, Stillwater, Oklahoma, United States1 Jul 2026 - present
ACADEMIC POSITIONS
- Assistant ProfessorOklahoma State University, Geology, Stillwater, Oklahoma, United States1 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 2026
DEGREES
- Ph.D., Spatial & Earth SciencesIndiana State University, Terre Haute, United States12 May 2011 - 9 May 2015
- M.S., Earth & Quaternary SystemsIndiana State University, Terre Haute, United States1 Aug 2009 - 11 May 2011
- B.S., Geology, Envrionmental ScienceMuskingum University, New Concord, United States1 Aug 2004 - 9 May 2008
CAMPUS
- Oklahoma State University - Stillwater
AVAILABILITY
- Masters or PhD research supervision
- Collaborative projects
- Speaking engagements
- Industry projects
DEPARTMENT
- Geology