Dr. Kim Ely earned her Ph.D. in geology by investigating the evolution of volcanic arcs in Timor-Leste, north of Australia. She now works in the field of plant ecology, studying tropical and Arctic ecosystems with a focus on data management. But we still know her as the Rock Doctor.

She’s published several podcasts on specific rock formations including All About the Basalt and Hayrick Butte. Her favorite route:  Cowhorn