Geochemical and Geophysical Constraints on Global Mantle Convection Simulations

Explore the latest advancements in mantle studies through a comprehensive lecture that delves into geochemical and geophysical constraints on global mantle convection simulations. Discover how geodynamic models are revolutionizing our understanding of Earth's internal processes, including the cycling of Pb isotopes and their implications for the planet's heat budget. Examine the application of these models in interpreting seismically observed features in the lower mantle and their significance for mantle processes. Learn about modern tools, classification methods, radiogenic heating, subduction, and various heating regimes. Gain insights into the constraints and simulations used in this field, and understand how geodynamic models are helping to test and refine numerous hypotheses and conceptual models in mantle studies.

Introduction
Outline
Modern tools
Classification
Radiogenic heating
Subduction
Geodynamic models
Heating regime
Constraints
Simulations
Summary