[margins-list] MARGINS Student Prize Results for Outstanding Presentation at AGU 2008

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Dear MARGINS Community,

We are pleased to inform you that the winners of the MARGINS Student 
prize competition at the 2008 AGU Fall Meeting are Andy Frassetto from 
the University of Arizona, with an oral presentation related to the RCL 
initiative, and Justin Brown from Stanford University, with a poster 
presentation related to the SEIZE initiative.

The Complete list of winners and honorable mentions is shown below and 
can be found on our web page 
http://www.nsf-margins.org/MARGINS_Prize/MPWinners2008.html.

Thanks to all MARGINS judges!


1.  *Andy Frassetto*   -  University of Arizona  (RCL)  -  S32B-05 (Talk)
Abstract Title: Seismic character of the crust and upper mantle beneath 
the Sierra Nevada
Judges Comment: Andy presented important and interesting data and 
provided a clear and believable interpretation. A strong presentation. I 
really enjoyed the talk.

2.  *Justin Brown*  -  Stanford University (SEIZE)  -  U33A-0023 (Poster)
Abstract Title: Comparing Observations of Low Frequency Earthquakes From 
Tremor at Three Subduction Zones
Judges Comment: Justin presented state of the art work. The research is 
conclusive and high quality. Very well spoken concerning his research 
and his work has significant impact.

3.  *Mike Krawscyznski* - Massachusetts Institute of Technology  
(SubFac)  -  V22A-04 (Talk)
Abstract Title: Magma processing in the lower crust as recorded in mafic 
inclusions from Mt. Shasta, CA
Judges Comment: Clear, effective delivery. Well backed up conclusion of 
great importance to Subfac geoscientists. Fantastic Talk.

4.  *Lepolt Linkimer* - Universidad de Costa Rica & The University of 
Arizona  (SubFac/SEIZE) - T23B-2036 (Poster)
Abstract Title: Vp/Vs Ratio and Depth to Moho and the Subducting Cocos 
Slab across Northern Costa Rica estimated from Receiver Function Analysis
Judges Comment: Lepolt has done an outstanding job in analyzing and 
error-checking. He clearly had a state-of-the-art understanding of the 
subject matter. A very strong contribution.

5.  *Linda Chernak* - Brown University  (SEIZE) - T53C-1966 (Poster)
Abstract Title: Experimental Constraints on the Strength of Antigorite 
Deformed at High Temperature and Pressure
Judges Comment: Very clear presentation of an interesting 
mineralogical/rheological issue. Poster nicely started with big picture 
motivation and was laid out clearly. Excellent work, well designed and 
executed.

6.  *Laurel Childress* - North Carolina State University  (S2S) -  
OS11B-1135 (Poster)
Abstract Title: Use of Carbon and Nitrogen Stable Isotopes to Study Late 
Pleistocene to Holocene Environmental Change in the Waipaoa Sedimentary 
System, New Zealand
Judges Comment:  Well laid out, logical poster. Presentation was very 
clear, student was engaged and knowledgeable. Effective presentation.


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