"Dr. John W. Crowley is a geophysicist and geodesist whose work bridges geodynamics, planetary evolution, and applied geodesy. He earned his BSc in Engineering Science (Physics) from the University of Toronto (2002–2006), followed by an MSc in Applied Mathematics and PhD in Geophysics from Harvard University’s Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences (2006–2012).

His PhD research focused on the thermal evolution of planets and the dynamics of plate tectonics, with particular emphasis on how heat transport, melt generation, and surface boundary conditions influence planetary-scale tectonic behavior.

Following his doctorate, John held a postdoctoral position at the University of Oxford (2012–2013), continuing research on mantle dynamics, melt transport, and geodynamic feedbacks relevant to plate tectonics and planetary evolution. From 2013 to 2015, he worked at the Engineering Seismology Group, applying geophysical methods to problems involving seismology, rock mechanics, deformation, and hazards.

Since 2015, John has been with the Canadian Geodetic Survey (Natural Resources Canada), where he is currently the Team Lead for the Gravity and Height Systems team. His present work focuses on gravity-based height systems, geoid modeling, and the use of satellite and terrestrial geophysical observations to monitor mass redistribution associated with groundwater, ice loss, and glacial isostatic adjustment. He is also an Adjunct Professor at the University of Ottawa, contributing to research and graduate training in Earth and environmental sciences."