Joseph Gonzalez

Curator of Mineralogy
518-474-1432

B.S. Geology, University of Wyoming (2015)
B.S. Environment and Natural Resources, University of Wyoming (2015)
PhD. Earth Sciences, Syracuse University (2019)
NSF EAR Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Pavia (2021-2022)
Postdoctoral Fellow, WiscSIMS, University of Wisconsin-Madison (2023-2024)

My research centers on deciphering the formation conditions of igneous and metamorphic rocks through Earth's history. I use an integrated approach, combining mineralogical, petrological, and geochemical techniques to unravel the depth-temperature-time-composition histories of mineral and melt phases, with a particular focus on regions such as the Adirondacks.

In addition to fieldwork and analysis, I prioritize methods development and experimental petrology. Currently, I am advancing new tools in petrology and mineralogy to refine our understanding of geological processes. My long-term goal is to apply these innovations to shed new light on the tectonic and metamorphic evolution of the Adirondacks during the Grenville orogeny (~1 billion years ago).

As Curator of Mineralogy at the New York State Museum, I manage and preserve the rock and mineral collections, which serve as critical records of New York’s geological and cultural heritage.

Given the interdisciplinary nature of my work, I welcome inquiries about potential research collaborations both within and beyond New York State.

Publications

2010

A. Lynch 2010, Cultural Resources Reconnaissance Survey Report of PIN 8145.17.121, Route 211 over Wallkill River, Town of Montgomery, Orange County, New York. . Presented at the ,, Albany, New York

2009

C. Rieth, A. Lynch, M.S. LoRusso 2009, Cultural Resource Pre-Reconnaissance and Reconnaissance Survey Report for PIN 3104.18.101/BIN 4045180, Route 298, Bear Street, City of Syracuse, Onondaga County, New York. . Presented at the ,, Albany, New York
C. Rieth, A. Lynch, J. Ross, V. Schmitt 2009, Cultural Resources Reconnaissance Survey Report for PIN 3501.52.101, Sentinel Heights Road over Interstate 81, Town of Onondaga County, New York. . Presented at the ,, Albany, New York

2008

A. Lynch, V. Schmitt 2008, Cultural Resources Reconnaissance Survey Report for PIN 2018.97.121, Route 28, Town of Arietta, Hamilton County, New York. . Presented at the ,,
T. Thomas, A. Lynch, L. Xinakes, J. Sopko, S. Sobik 2008, Cultural Resources Reconnaissance Survey and Site Examination Report of 1740 to 1759 Fortified French Windmill, British Hut, Late Woodland and French Hut Site.. . Presented at the ,, Albany, New York
D. Staley, A. Lynch, S. Moragne, J. Ross 2008, Cultural Resources Reconnaissance Survey Report for PIN 2004.08.121, Route 51, First Street to Village Boundary, Village of Illion, Town of German Flatts, Herkimer County, New York.. . Presented at the ,, Albany, New York

2007

C. Rieth, A. Lynch, M.S. LoRusso 2007, Cultural Resources Reconnaissance Survey Report for PIN 8754.76.121, Ravensdale Parkway over Sawmill Bridge, Westchester County, New York. . Presented at the ,, Albany, New York