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Education
PhD., 2000, Curtin University (Australia)
MSc., 1988, Changchun University of Earth Sciences (China)
BSc., 1985, Changchun University of Earth Sciences (China)
Teaching
EASC3302: Advanced Topics in Earth Sciences
EASC2109: Igneous and metamorphic petrology
EASC3114: Earth Resources
GEOS7010: Geology Principles and Practice
ENVM8010: Earth Sciences and Environmental Managements
Research Interests
Dr. Zhao’s research has focused on applying modern theories and methods of metamorphic petrology, structural geology, geochemistry and geochronology to tackle various geological problems, ranging from microscopic processes of mineral reactions during metamorphism, to macroscopic processes of assembly and breakup of supercontinents in Earth’s history.
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Research Projects
On-going Projects:
2009-2011: Tectonic setting and evolution of the Paleoproterozoic Jiao-Liao-Ji Belt in the Eastern Block of the North China Craton. HK RGC GRF (Project code: HKU7057/08P; Funds: HK$ 668,417).
2008-2010: Polymetamorphic and geochronologic study of the Jining Complex, North China Craton. HK RGC GRF (Project code: HKU7066/07P; Funds: HK$ 317,000).
2009-2012: Processes of Continental Dynamics & Mineralization of the Central Asian Orogenic Belt. Matching Fund for National 973 Project (Project code: 10208708; Funds: HK$ 200,000).
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Research Students
Current Postgraduate Students:
Tam Pui Yuk (Tammy) (PhD): September 2008-present. Ages and tectonic nature of the high-pressure metamorphosed pelitic and mafic rocks in Eastern Shandong, North China Craton.
Meiling Wu (PhD): September 2009-present. Metamorphic evolution of the late Archean basement in the Eastern Block, North China Craton.
Paul R Eizenhoefer (PhD): September 2011-present. Tectonic evolution of Shuolongke suture of the Central Asian Orogen Belt.
Yigui Han (PhD): December 2011-present. Final closure of the western segment of the Paleo-Asian Ocean.
Wenzhou Hou (PhD): January 2012-present. Final closure of the eastern segment of the Paleo-Asian Ocean.
Former Postgraduate Students:
Jian Zhang (PhD; 09/2003-08/2007)
Yanhong He (PhD; 12/2004-11/2008).
Winghang Leung (Allen) (MPhil; 09/2006-11/2008).
Changqing Yin (PhD; 09/2006-08/2010).
Wu Kam Kuen (Philip) (MPhil; 09/2009-08/2011).
Chaohui Liu (PhD; 09/2007-08/2011).
Yingde Jiang(PhD; 09/2007-12/2011)
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Selected Publications
Full Publications and their citations are given in my ResearchID page: http://www.researcherid.com/rid/A-2737-2010
Year 2012:
1. Liu, C.H., *Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Zhang, J., Yin, C.Q., He, Yanhong, 2012. Detrital zircons U-Pb dating, Hf isotope and whole-rock geochemistry from the Songshan Group in the Dengfeng Complex: Constraints on the tectonic evolution of the Trans-North China Orogen. Precambrian Research, v. 192-195, p. 1-15.
2. Li, S.Z., Zhao, G.C., Santosh, M., Liu, X., Lai, L.M., Suo, Y.H., Song, M.C., Wang, P.C., 2012. Structural evolution of the Jiaobei Massif in the southern segment of the Jiao-Liao-Ji Belt, North China Craton. Precambrian Research, v. 200-203, p. 59-73.
3. Cai, K.D., Sun, M., Yuan, C., *Zhao, G.C., Xiao, W.J., Long, X.P., 2012. Keketuohai mafic–ultramafic complex in the Chinese Altai, NW China: Petrogenesis and geodynamic significance. Chemical Geology , v. 294-295, p. 26-41.
Year 2011:
4. Zhao, G.C., Li, S.Z., Sun, M., Wilde, S.A., 2011. Assembly, accretion, and break-up of the Palaeo-Mesoproterozoic Columbia supercontinent: records in the North China Craton revisited. International Geology Review, 53, 1331–1356.
5. Yin C.Q., *Zhao, G.C., Guo, J.H., Sun, M., Xia, X.P., Zhou, X.W., Liu, C.H., 2011. U–Pb and Hf isotopic study of zircons of the Helanshan Complex: Constrains on the evolution of the Khondalite Belt in the Western Block of the North China Craton. Lithos, 122, 25-38.
6. Liu, C.H., *Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Wu, F.Y., Yang, J.H., Yin, C.Q., Leung, Y.H., 2011. U–Pb and Hf isotopic study of detrital zircons from the Yejishan Group of the Lüliang Complex: Constraints on the timing of collision between the Eastern and Western Blocks, North China Craton. Sedimentary Geology, 236, 129-140.
7. Liu, C.H., *Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Zhang, J., Yin, C.Q., Wu, F.Y., Yang, J.H., 2011. U–Pb and Hf isotopic study of detrital zircons from the Yejishan Group of the Lüliang Complex: Constraints on the timing of collision between the Eastern and Western Blocks, North China Craton. Gonwana Research, 20, 106-121.
8. Tam, P.K., *Zhao, G.C., Liu, F.L., Zhou, X.W., Sun, M., Li, S.Z., 2011. Timing of metamorphism in the Paleoproterozoic Jiao-Liao-Ji Belt: New SHRIMP U–Pb zircon dating of granulites, gneisses and marbles of the Jiaobei massif in the North China Craton. Gondwana Research, 19, 150-162.
9. Wu, C.M., Zhao, G.C., 2011. The applicability of garnet – orthopyroxene geobarometry in mantle xenoliths. Lithos, 125, 1-9.
10. Li, S.Z., Zhao, G.C., Santosh, M., Liu, X.,Dai, L.M., 2011.Palaeoproterozoic tectonothermal evolution and deep crustal processes in the Jiao-Liao-Ji Belt, North China Craton: a review. Geological Journal,46, 525-543.
11. Jiang, Y.D., Sun, M., Zhao, G.C., Yuan, C., Xiao, W.J., Xia, X.P., Long, X.P., Wu, F.Y., 2011. Precambrian detrital zircons in the Early Paleozoic Chinese Altai: Their provenance and implications for the crustal growth of central Asia. Precambrian Research, 189, 140-154.
12. Xiao, L.L., Wu, C.M., Zhao, G.C., Guo, J,H,M., Ren, L.D., 2011. Metamorphic P-T paths of the Zanhuang amphibolites and metapelites: constraints on the tectonic evolution of the Paleoproterozoic Trans-North China Orogen. International Journal of Earth Sciences , 100, 717-739.
13. Li, S.Z., Kusky, T.M., Zhao, G.C., Liu, X.C., Wang, L., Kopp, H., Hoernle, K., Zhang, G.W., Dai, L.M., 2011. Thermochronological constraints on Two-stage extrusion of HP/UHP terranes in the Dabie-Sulu orogen, east-central China. Tectonophysics , 504, 25-42.
14. Li, X.P., Yang, Z.Y., Zhao, G.C., Grapes, R., Guo, J.H., 2011. Geochronology of khondalite-series rocks of the Jining Complex: confirmation of depositional age and tectonometamorphic evolution of the North China craton. International Geology Review, 53, 1194-1211.
15. Li, X.P., Guo, J.H., Zhao, G.C., Li, H.K., Song, Z.H., 2011. Formation of the Paleoproterozoic calc-silicate and high-pressure mafic granulite in the Jiaobei terrane, eastern Shandong, China. Acta Petrologica Sinica , 27, 961-968.
16. Yuan, C., Sun, M., Xu, Y.G., Zhao, G.C., Xiao, W.J., Long, X.P., Yin, J.Y., 2011. Oceanic lithospheric mantle beneath the continental crust of the Chinese Altai. Journal of the Geological Society , 168, 995-1000.
17. Geng, H.Y., Sun, M., Yuan, C., Zhao, G.C., Xiao, W.J., 2011. Geochemical and geochronological study of early Carboniferous volcanic rocks from the West Junggar: Petrogenesis and tectonic implications. Journal of Asian Earth Sciences, 42, 854-866.
18. Wang, Y.J., Zhang, A.M., Fan, W.M., Zhao, G.C., Zhang, G.W., Zhang, Y.Z., Zhang, F.F., Li, S.Z., 2011. Kwangsian crustal anatexis within the eastern South China Block: Geochemical, zircon U–Pb geochronological and Hf isotopic fingerprints from the gneissoid granites of Wugong and Wuyi–Yunkai Domains. Lithos, 127, 239-260.
19. Cai, K.D., Sun, M., Yuan, C., Zhao, G.C., Xiao, W.J., Long, X.P., Wu, F.Y., 2011. Geochronology, petrogenesis and tectonic significance of peraluminous granites from the Chinese Altai, NW China. Lithos, 127, 261-281.
20. Cai, K.D., Sun, M., Yuan, C., Zhao, G.C., Xiao, W.J., Long, X.P., Wu, F.Y., 2011. Prolonged magmatism, juvenile nature and tectonic evolution of the Chinese Altai, NW China: Evidence from zircon U–Pb and Hf isotopic study of Paleozoic granitoids. Journal of Asian Earth Sciences, 42, 949-968.
21. Wang, F., Li, X.P., Chu, H., Zhao, G.C., 2011. Petrology and metamorphism of khondalites from the Jining complex,North China craton. International Geology Review, 53, 212-229.
22. Zhou, J.B., Wilde, S.A., Zhang, X.Z., Zhao, G.C., Liu, F.L., Qiao, D.W., Ren, S.M., Liu, J.H., 2011. A > 1300 km late Pan-African metamorphic belt in NE China: New evidence from the Xing’an block and its tectonic implications. Tectonophysics, 509, 280-292.
23. Long, X.P., Yuan, C., Sun, M., Kröner, A., Zhao, G.C., Wilde, S.A., Hu, A.Q., 2011. Reworking of the Tarim Craton by underplating of mantle plume-derived magmas: evidence from Neoproterozoic adakitic rocks and I-type granites in the Kuluketage area, NW China. Precambrian Research, 187, 1-14.
24. Long, X.P., Yuan, C., Sun, M., Xiao, W.J., Zhao, G.C., Zhou, K.F., Wang, Y.J., Hu, A.Q., 2011. The discovery of the oldest rocks in the Kuluketage area and its geological implications. Science in China Series D-Earth Sciences, 54, 342-348.
25. Li, L.M., Sun, M., Wang, Y.J., Xing, G.F., Zhao, G.C., He, Y.H., He, K.J., Zhang, A.M., 2011. U-Pb and Hf isotopic study of detrital zircons from the meta-sedimentary rocks in central Jiangxi Province, South China: Implications for the Neoproterozoic tectonic evolution of South China Block.Journal of Asian Earth Sciences, 41, 44-55.
26. Li, L.M., Sun, M., Wang, Y.J., Xing, G.F., Zhao, G.C., Cai, K.D., Zhang, Y.Z., 2011. Geochronological and Geochemical study of Palaeoproterozoic gneissic granites and clinopyroxenite xenoliths from NW Fujian, SE China: Implications for the crustal evolution of the Cathaysia Block.Journal of Asian Earth Sciences, 41, 204-212.
27. Li, L.M., Sun, M., Wang, Y.J., Xing, G.F., Zhao, G.C., Lin, S.F., Xia, X.P., Chan, L.S., Zhang, F.F., Wong, J., 2011. U–Pb and Hf isotopic study of zircons from migmatised amphibolites in the Cathaysia Block: Implications for the early Paleozoic peak tectonothermal event in Southeastern China.Gondwana Research, 19, 191-201.
28. Wong, J., Sun, M., Xing, G.F., Li, X.H., Zhao, G.C., Wong, K., Wu, F.Y., 2011. Zircon U–Pb and Hf isotopic study of Mesozoic felsic rocks from eastern Zhejiang, South China: Geochemical contrast between the Yangtze and Cathaysia blocks.Gondwana Research, 19, 244-259.
29. Wang, Y.J, Yuan, C., Long, X.P., Sun, M., Xiao, W.J., Zhao, G.C., Cai, K.D., Jiang, Y.D., 2011. Geochemistry, zircon U–Pb ages and Hf isotopes of the Paleozoic volcanic rocks in the northwestern Chinese Altai: Petrogenesis and tectonic implications. Journal of Asian Earth Sciences, 42, 969-985.
30. Xia, X.P., Sun, M., Geng, H.Y., Sun, Y.L., Wang, Y.J., Zhao, G.C., 2011. Quasi-simultaneous determination of U-Pb and Hf isotope compositions of zircon by excimer laser-ablation multiple-collector ICPMS. Journal of Analytical Atomic Spectrometry , DOI: 10.1039/C1JA10116A.
31. Zhang, J.A., Xiao, W.J., Han, C.M., Ao, S.J., Yuan, C., Sun, M., Geng, H.Y., Zhao, G.C., Guo, Q.Q., Ma, C., 2011. Kinematics and age constraints of deformation in a Late Carboniferous accretionary complex in Western Junggar, NW China.Gondwana Research, 19, 958-974.
Year 2010:
32. Zhao, G.C., Yin, C.Q., Guo, J.H., Sun, M., Li, S.Z., Li, X.P., Wu, C.M., Liu, C.H., 2010. Metamorphism of the Lüliang amphibolite: implications for the tectonic evolution of the North China Craton. American Journal of Science, 310, 1480–1502.
33. Zhao, G.C., Wilde, S.A., Guo, J.H., Cawood, P.A., Sun, M., Li, X.P., 2010. Single zircon grains record two continental collisional events in the North China craton. Precambrian Research , 177, 266-276.
34. Zhao, G.C., Wilde, S.A., Zhang, J., 2010. New evidence from seismic imaging for subduction during assembly of the North China craton: Comment. Geology, 38, e206.
35. Zhao, G.C., Li, S.Z., Zhang, J., Xia, X.P., 2010. A comment on Tectonic evolution of the Hengshan-Wutai-Fuping complexes and its implication for the Trans-North China Orogen. Precambrian Research, 176, 94-98.
36. He, Y.H., *Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Han, Y., 2010. Petrogenesis and tectonic setting of volcanic rocks in the Xiaoshan and Waifangshan areas along the southern margin of the North China Craton: constraints from bulk-rock geochemistry and Sr-Nd isotopic composition. Lithos, 114, 186-199.
37. He, Y.H., *Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., 2010. Geochemical and isotopic study of the Xiong’er volcanic rocks at the southern margin of the North China Craton: Petrogenesis and tectonic implications Journal of Geology, 118, 417–433.
38. Zhang, Z.M., Zhao, G.C., Santosh, M., Wang, J.L., Dong, X., Liou G.J., 2010. Two-stages of granulite-facies metamorphism in the eastern Himalayan syntaxis, south Tibet: Evidence for the subduction of the Neo-Tethys and Indian continent beneath Asia. Journal of Metamorphic Geology, 28, 719-733.
39. Zhang, Z.M., Zhao, G.C., Santosh, M., Wang, J.L., Dong, X., Shen, K., 2010. Late Cretaceous Adakite-like charnockite from the Gangdese batholith: Evidence for the Neo-Tethyan mid-ocean ridge subduction in southeastern Tibet? Gondwana Research, 17, 615-631.
40. Li, S.Z., Zhao, G.C., Zhang, J., Sun, M., Zhang, G.W., Luo, D., 2010. Deformational history of the Hengshan-Wutai-Fuping belt: Implications for the evolution of the Trans-North China Orogen. Gondwana Research, 18, 611-631.
41. Li, S.Z., Zhao, G.C., Zhang, G.W., Liu, X.C., Dong, S.W., Wang, Y.J., Liu, X., Suo, Y.H., Dai, L.M., Jin, C., Liu, L.P., Hao, Y., Liu, E.S., Wang, T., 2010. Not all folds and thrusts in the Yangtze foreland thrust belt are related to the Dabie Orogen?Insights from Mesozoic deformation south of the Yangtze River. Geological Journal, 45, 650-663.
42. Zhou, X.W., Zhao, G.C., Geng, Y.S., 2010. Helanshan high-pressure pelitic granulites: Petrological evidence for collision event in the Western Block of the North China Craton. Acta Petrologica Sinica, 26, 2113-2121.
43. Jiang, Y.D., Sun, M., Zhao, G.C., Yuan, C., Xiao, W.J., Xia, X.P., Long, X.P., Wu, F.Y., 2011. The ~390 Ma high-T metamorphism in the Chinese Altai: consequence of ridge-subduction? American Journal of Science, 310, 1421-1452.
44. Zhou, J.B., Wilde, S.A., Zhao, G.C., Zhang, X.Z., Zheng, C.Q., Wang, H., 2011. New SHRIMP U-Pb zircon ages from the Heilongjiang high-pressure belt: constraints on the Mesozoic evolution of NE China. American Journal of Science, 310, 1024-1053.
45. Zhou, J.B., Wilde, S.A., Zhao, G.C., Zhang, X.Z., Zheng, C.Q., Wang, H., Zeng, W.S., 2010. An intriguing dilemma: was the easternmost segment of the Central Asian Orogenic Belt derived from Gondwana. Journal of Geodynamics, 50, 300-317.
46. Zhou, J.B., Wilde, S.A., Zhao, G.C., Zhang, X.Z., Zheng, C.Q., Wang, H., 2010. Pan-African metamorphic and magmatic rocks of the Khanka Massif, NE China: further evidence regarding their affinity. Geological Magazine, 147, 737-749.
47. Li, S.Z., Kusky, T.M., Zhao, G.C., Liu, X.C., Wang, L., Kopp, H., Zhang, G.W., Dong, S.W., Lou, D., Jin, C., 2010. Two-stage Triassic exhumation of HP-UHP terranes in the western Dabie orogen of China: Constraints from structural geology. Tectonophysics, 490, 267-293.
48. Wilde, S.A., Wu, F.Y., Zhao, G.C., 2010. The Khanka Block, NE China, and its significance for the evolution of the Central Asian Orogenic Belt and continental accretion. Geological Society Special Publication, 338, 117-137.
49. Wong, K., Sun, M., Zhao, G.C., Yuan, C., Xiao, W.J., 2010. Geochemical and geochronological studies of the Alegedayi Ophilitic Complex and its implications on the evolution of the Chinese Altai. Gondwana Research, 18, 438-454.
50. Han, C.M., Xiao, W.J., Zhao, G.C., Ao, S.J., Zhang, J.A., Qu, W.J., Du, A.D., 2010. In-situ U-Pb, Hf and Re-Os isotopic analyses of the Xiangshan Ni-Cu-Co deposit in Eastern Tianshan (Xinjiang), Central Asia Orogenic Belt Constraints on the timing and genesis of the mineralization. Lithos, 120, 547-562.
51. Shi, R.D., Griffin, W.L., O‘Reilly, S.Y., Zhao, G.C., Huang, Q.S., Li, J., Xu, J.F., 2010. Genesis of the Lüliangshan garnet-peridotites in the North Qaidam UHP belt, Northern Tibetan Plateau: Constraints from Re-Os isotopes. Lithos, 117, 307-321.
52. Cai, K.D., Sun, M., Yuan, C., Zhao, G.C., Xiao, W.J., Long, X.P., Wu, F.Y., 2010. Geochronological and geochemical study of mafic dykes from the northwest Chinese Altai: Implications for petrogenesis and tectonic evolution. Gondwana Research, 18, 638-652.
53. Long, X.P., Yuan, C., Sun, M., Zhao, G.C., Xiao, W.J., Wang, Y.J., Yang, Y.H., Hu, A.Q., 2010. Archean crustal evolution of the Tarim Craton, NW China: Zircon U-Pb and Hf isotopic constraints and implications. Precambrian Research, 180, 272-284.
54. Long, X.P., Yuan, C., Sun, M., Xiao, W.J., Zhao, G.C., Wang, Y.J., Cai, K.D., Xiao, X.P., Xie, L.W., 2010. Detrital zircon ages and Hf isotopes of the early Paleozoic flysch sequence in the Chinese Altai, NW China: New constrains on depositional age, provenance and tectonic evolution. Tectonophysics, 480, 213-231.
55. Xiao, W.J., Han, C.M., Yuan, C., Sun, M., Zhao, G.C., Shan, Y., 2010. Transitions among Mariana-, Japan-, Cordillera- and Alaska-type arc systems and their final juxtapositions leading to accretionary and collisional orogenesis. Geological Society Special Publication, 388, 35-53.
56. Yin, J.Y., Yuan, C., Sun, M., Long, X.P., Zhao, G.C., Wong, K.P., Geng, H.Y., Cai, K.D., 2010. Late Carboniferous high-Mg dioritic dikes in Western Junggar, NW China: Geochemical features, petrogenesis and tectonic implications. Gondwana Research, 17, 145-152.
57. McLoughlin, N., Fliegel, D. J., Furnes, H., Staudigel, H., Simonetti, A., *Zhao, G.C., Robison, P.T., 2010. Assessing the Biogenicity and Syngenicity of Candidate Bioalteration Textures in Pillow Lavas of the ~2.52 Ga Wutai Greenstone Terrane of China. Chinese Science Bulletin, 55, 188-199.
58. Yuan, C., Sun, M., Wilde, S.A., Xiao, W.J., Xu, Y.G., Long, X.P., Zhao, G.C.. 2010. Post-collisional plutons in the Balikun area, East Chinese Tianshan: Evolving magmatism in response to extension and slab break-off. Lithos, 119, 269-288.
Year 2009:
59. Zhao, G.C., 2009. Metamorphic evolution of major tectonic units in the basement of the North China Craton: Key issues and discussion. Acta Petrologica Sinica, 25, 1772-1792.
60. Zhao, G.C., He Y.H., Sun, M., 2009. Xiong’er volcanic belt in the North China Craton: Implications for the outward accretion of the Paleo-Mesoproterozoic Columbia (Nuna) Supercontinent. Gondwana Research, 16, 170-181.
61. Zhang, J. *Zhao, G.C.,Li, S.Z., Sun, M., Wilde, S.A., Liu, S.W.,Yin, C.Q., 2009. Deformational history of the Fuping Complex and new U-Th-Pb geochronological constraints: implications for the tectonic evolution of the Trans-North China Orogen. Journal of Structural Geology, 31, 177-193.
62. He, Y.H. *Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Xia, X.P., 2009. SHRIMP and LA-ICP-MS zircon geochronology of the Xiong’er volcanic rocks: implications for the Paleo-Mesoproterozoic evolution of the southern margin of the North China Craton. Precambrian Research, 168, 213-222.
63. Yin C.Q., *Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Xia, X.P., Wei, C.J., Zhou, X.W., Leung, W.H., 2009. LA-ICP-MS U-Pb zircon ages of the Qianlishan Complex: constrains on the evolution of the Khondalite Belt in the Western Block of the North China Craton. Precambrian Research, 174, 78-94.
64. Wang, Y.J., Zhao, G.C., Xia, X.P., Zhang, Y.H., Fan, W.M., Li, C., Bi, X.W., Li, S.Z., 2009. Early Mesozoic unroofing pattern of the Dabie Mountains (China): Constraints from the U-Pb detrital zircon geochronology and Si-in-white mica analysis of synorogenic sediments in the Jianghan Basin. Chemical Geology, 266, 240-250.
65. Santosh, M., Zhao, G.C., 2009. Supercontinent dynamics. Gondwana Research, 15, 225-227.
66. Wang, Y.J., Zhang, Y.Z., Zhao, G.C., Fan, W.M., Xia, X.P., Zhang, F.F., Zhang, A.M., 2009. Zircon U-Pb geochronological and geochemical constraints on the petrogenesis of the Taishan sanukitoids (Shandong): Implications for Neoarchean subduction in the Eastern Block, North China Craton. Precambrian Research, 174, 273-286.
67. Xia, X.P, Sun, M., Zhao, G.C.,Wu, F.Y., Xu, P., Zhang, J.S., 2009. Detrital zircon U-Pb age and Hf isotope study of the khondalite in Trans-North China Orogen and its tectonic significance. Geological Magazine, 146, 701-716.
68. Han, C.M, Xiao, W.J., Zhao, G.C., 2009. A Re-Os study of molybdenites from the Lanjiagou Mo deposit in the eastern part of the North China Craton and its geological significance. Gondwana Research, 16, 264-271.
69. Zhou, J.B., Wilde, S.A., Zhang, X.Z., Zhao, G.C., Zheng, C.Q., Wang, Y.J., Zhang, X.H., 2009. The onset of Pacific margin accretion in NE China: evidence from the Heilongjiang high-pressure metamorphic belt. Tectonophysics, 478, 230-246.
70. Zhang, Z.M., Wang, J. L., Dong, X., Zhao, G.C., Yu, F., Wang, W., Liu, F., 2009. Petrology and geochronology of the Charnockite from the southern Gangdese Belt, Tibet: evidence for the Andean-type orogen. Acta Petrologica Sinica, 25, 1707-1720.
71. Dong, X., Zhang, Z.M., Wang, J. L., Zhao, G.C., Liu, F., Wang, W., Yu, F., 2009. Provenance and formation age of the Nyingchi Group in the southern Lhasa terrane, Tibetan Plateau: Petrology and Zircon U-Pb geochronology. Acta Petrologica Sinica, 25, 1678-1694.
72. Li, L.M., Sun, M., Xing, G.F., Zhao, G.C., Zhou, M.F., Wong, J., Chen, R., 2009. Two late Mesozoic volcanic events in Fujian Province: constraints on the tectonic evolution of southeastern China. International Geology Review, 51, 215-251.
73. Wong, J.P.M, Sun, M., Xing, G.F., Li, X.H., Zhao, G.C., Xia, X.P., Wong, K., Li, L.M., Wu, F.Y., Yuan, C., 2009. Geochemistry, U-Pb and Hf isotopes of the Baijuhuajian peraluminous A-type granites: evidence for a continuous extensional regime in South China in the Mesozoic Lithos, 112, 289-305.
74. Li S.Z., Kusky, T.M., Liu X.C., Zhang, G.W., Zhao, G.C., Wang, L., Wang, Y.J., 2009. Two-stage collision-related extrusion of the western Dabie HP-UHP metamorphic terranes, central China: evidence from quartz c-axis fabrics and structure. Gondwana Research, 16, 294-309.
75. Geng, H.Y., Sun, M., Yuan, C., Xiao, W.J., Xian, W.S., Zhao, G.C., Zhang, L.F., Wong, K., Wu, F.Y., 2009. Geochemical, Sr–Nd and zircon U–Pb–Hf isotopic studies of Late Carboniferous magmatism in the West Junggar, Xinjiang: Implications for ridge subduction? Chemical Geology, 266, 373-398.
76. Sun, M., Long, X.P., Cai, K.D., Wong, B.Y., Yuan, C., Zhao, G.C., Xiao, W.J., Wu, F.Y., 2009. Early Paleozoic ridge subduction in the Chinese Altai: Insight from the abrupt change in zircon Hf isotopic compositions. Science in China Series D-Earth Sciences, 52, 1345-1358.
77. Li, S.Z., Liu X., Suo, Y.H., Liu, L.P., Qian, C.C., Liu, X.C., Zhang, G.W., Zhao, G.C., 2009. Triassic folding and thrusting in the Eastern Block of the North China Craton and the Dabie-Sulu orogen and its geodynamics. Acta Petrologica Sinica,25, 2031-2049.
Year 2008:
78. Zhao, G.C., Wilde, S.A., Li, S.Z., Sun, M., Grant, M.L., Li, X.P., 2008. Response to Note on ‘U-Pb zircon age constraints on the Dongwanzi ultramafic-mafic body, North China, confirm it is not an Archean ophiolite’. Earth and Planetary Science Letters, 273, 231-234.
79. Zhao, G.C., Wilde, S.A., Sun, M., Guo, J.H., Kroner, A., Li, S.Z., Li, X.P., Wu, C.M., 2008. SHRIMP U–Pb zircon geochronology of the Huai’an Complex: constraints on Late Archean to Paleoproterozoic custal accretion and collision of the Trans-North China Orogen. American Journal of Science, 308, 270-303.
80. Zhao, G.C., Wilde, S.A., Sun, M., Li, S.Z., Li, X.P., Zhang, J., 2008. SHRIMP U-Pb zircon ages of granitoid rocks in the Lüliang Complex: Implications for the accretion and evolution of the Trans-North China Orogen. Precambrian Research, 160, 213-226.
81. Lu, S.N., Zhao, G.C., Wang, H.C., Hao, G.J., 2008. Precambrian metamorphic basement and sedimentary cover of the North China Craton: Review. Precambrian Research, 160, 77-93.
82. He, Y.H., *Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., 2008. Geochemistry of the Xiyanghe volcanics at the southern margin of the North China Craton: Petrogenesis and tectonic implications. Lithos, 102, 158-178.
83. Zhou, X.W., *Zhao, G.C., Wei, C.J., Geng, Y.S., Sun, M., 2008. Metamorphic evolution and Th-U-Pb zircon and monazite geochronology of high-pressure pelitic granulites in the Jiaobei massif of the North China Craton. American Journal of Science, 308, 328-350.
84. Wang, Y.J., Zhao, G.C., Fan, W.M., Sun, M., Peng, T.P., Sun, L.H., 2008. Geochemistry of Paleoproterozoic (~1770 Ma) mafic dikes from the Trans-North China Orogen and tectonic implications. Journal of Asian Earth Sciences, 33, 61-67.
85. Wang, X.L., Zhao, G.C., Zhou, J.C., Liu, Y.S., Hu, J., 2008. Geochronology and Hf isotopes of zircon from volcanic rocks of the Shuangqiaoshan Group, South China: Implications for the Neoproterozoic tectonic evolution of the eastern Jiangnan orogen. Gondwana Research, 14, 355-367.
86. Zhou, J.B., Wilde, S.A., Zhao, G.C., Zheng, C.Q., Jin, W., Zhang, X.Z., Cheng, H., 2008. SHRIMP U-Pb zircon dating of the Neoproterozoic Penglai Group and Archean gneisses from the Jiaobei Terrane, North China, and their tectonic implications. Precambrian Research, 160, 341-356.
87. Zhou, J.B., Wilde, S.A., Zhao, G.C., Zheng, C.Q., Zheng, Y.F., 2008. SHRIMP U-Pb detrital zircon dating for the low-grade metamorphic rocks in the Sulu UHP belt: evidence for the obduction of the North China block during the continental subuduction. Journal of the Geological Society, 165, 423-433.
88. Zhou, J.B., Wilde, S.A., Zhao, G.C., Zheng, C.Q., Jin, W., Zhang, X.Z., Cheng, H., 2008. SHRIMP U-Pb zircon dating of the Wulian Group: evidence for the boundary location between the North and South China Cratons in the Sulu Orogenic Belt, China. Precambrian Research, 162, 559-576.
89. Peng, T.P. Wang, Y.J., Zhao, G.C., Fan, W.M., Peng, B.X., 2008. The arc-like volcanics from the southern Lan-Cang-Jiang zone, SW China: Geochronological and geochemical constrains on their petrogenesis and tectonic implications. Lithos, 102, 358-373.
90. Sun, M, Chen, N.S., Zhao, G.C., Wilde, S.A., Guo, J.H., Ye, K., Chen, Y., Yuan, C., 2008. SHRIMP U-Pb zircon and Sm-Nd isotopic study of granulite from Huangtuling, northern margin of the Yangtze Craton: implication for the Paleoproterozoic tectonic history. American Journal of Science, 308, 469-483.
91. Xia, X.P., Sun, M., Zhao, G.C., Wu, F.Y., Xu, P., Zhang, J.S., 2008.Paleoproterozoic crustal growth events in the Western Block of the North China Craton: Evidence from detrital zircon Hf and whole rock Sr-Nd isotopes of the khondalites in the Jining Complex. American Journal of Science, 308, 304-327.
92. Luo, Y., Sun, M., Zhao, G.C., Ayers, J.C., Li, S.Z., Xia, X.P., Zhang, J.H., 2008. A comparison of U-Pb and Hf isotopic compositions of detrital zircons from the North and South Liaohe Group: Constraints on the evolution of the Jiao-Liao-Ji Belt, North China Craton. Precambrian Research, 163, 279-306.
93. Zhang, Z.M., Wang, J.L., Zhao, G.C., Shi, C., 2008. Geochronology and Precambrian tectonic evolution of the Namche Barwa complex from the eastern Himalayan syntaxis, Tibet. Acta Petrologica Sinica, 24, 1477-1487.
94. Yang, J.H., Wu, F.Y., Wilde, S.A.,Zhao, G.C., 2008. Petrogenesis and geodynamics of Late Archean magmatism in the eastern North China Craton: geochronological, geochemical and Nd-Hf isotopic evidence. Precambrian Research, 167, 124-149.
95. Zheng J.P., Sun, M., Griffin, W.L., Zhou, M.F., Zhao, G.C., Robinson, P., Tang, H.Y., Zhang, Z.H., 2008. Age and geochemistry of contrasting peridotite types in the Dabie UHP belt, eastern China: Petrogenetic and geodynamic implications. Chemical Geology, 247, 282–304.
96. Sun, M., Yuan, C., Xiao, W.J., Long, X.P., Xia, X.P. Zhao, G.C., Lin. S.F., Wu, F.Y., Kroner, A., 2008. Zircon U–Pb and Hf isotopic study of gneissic rocks from the Chinese Altai: Progressive accretionary history in the early to middle Palaeozoic. Chemical Geology, 247, 352-383.
97. Zhou, T.F., Fan, Y., Yuan, F., Lu, S.M., Shang, S.G., Cooke, D., Meffre, S., Zhao, G.C., 2008. Geochronology of the volcanic rocks in the Lu-Zong (Lujiang-Zongyang) basin and its significance. Science in China Series D-Earth Sciences , 51, 1470-1482.
98. Zhou, T.F., Yuan, F., Fan, Y., Zhang, D.Y., Cooke, D., Zhao, G.C., 2008. Granites in the Sawuer region of the west Junggar, Xinjiang Province, China: geochronological and geochemical characteristics and their geodynamic significance. Lithos, 106, 191-206.
Year 2007:
99. Zhao, G.C., Wilde, S.A., Li, S.Z., Sun, M., Grant, M.L., Li, X.P., 2007. U-Pb zircon age constraints on the Dongwanzi ultramafic-mafic body, North China, confirm it is not an Archean ophiolite. Earth and Planetary Science Letters, 255, 85-93.
100. Zhao, G.C., Kröner, A., 2007. Geochemistry of Neoarchean (ca. 2.55-2.50 Ga) volcanic and ophiolitic rocks in the Wutaishan greenstone belt, central orogenic belt, North China craton: Implications for geodynamic setting and continental growth: discussion. Geological Society of America Bulletin, 119, 487-489.
101. Zhao, G.C., Kroner, A., Wilde, S.A., Sun, M., Li, S.Z., Li, X.P., Zhang, J., Xia, X.P., He, Y.H., 2007. Lithotectonic elements and geological events in the Hengshan-Wutai-Fuping belt: A synthesis and implications for the evolution of the Trans-North China Orogen. Geological Magazine, 144, 753-775.
102. Zhao, G.C., 2007. When did plate tectonics begin on the North China Craton? Insights from metamorphism. Earth Science Frontier, 14, 19-32.
103. Wu, C.M., Zhao, G.C., 2007. Thermodynamically consistent garnet-olivine-plagioclase geothermobarometry. Journal of Metamorphic Geology, 25, 497-505.
104. Wu, C.M., Zhao, G.C., 2007. The metapelitic garnet – biotite – muscovite – aluminosilicate – quartz (GBMAQ) geobarometer. Lithos, 97, 365-372.
105. Li, S.Z., Zhao, G.C., 2007. SHRIMP U-Pb zircon geochronology of the Liaoji granitoids: constraints on the evolution of the Paleoproterozoic Jiao-Liao-Ji belt in the Eastern Block of the North China Craton. Precambrian Research, 158, 1-16.
106. Zhang, J., *Zhao, G.C., Li, S.Z., Sun, M., Liu, S.W., Wilde, S.A., Kroner, A., Yin, C.Q., 2007. Deformation history of the Hengshan Complex: implications for the tectonic evolution of the Trans-North China Orogen. Journal of Structural Geology, 29, 933-949.
107. Wang, Y.J., Zhao, G.C., Fan, W.M., Peng, T.P., Sun, L.H., Xia, X.P., 2007. LA-ICP-MS U-Pb zircon geochronology and geochemistry of Paleoproterozoic mafic dikes from western Shandong Province: Implications for back-arc basin magmatism in the Eastern North China Craton. Precambrian Research, 154, 107-124.
108. Wu, F.Y., Zhao, G.C., Sun, D.Y., Wilde S.A., Zhang, G.L., 2007. The Hulan Group: its role in the evolution of the Central Asian Orogenic Belt of NE China. Journal of Asian Earth Sciences, 30, 542-556.
109. Zheng, J.P., Sun, M., Zhao, G.C., Robinson, P.T., Wang, F.Z., 2007. Elemental and Sr–Nd–Pb isotopic geochemistry of Late Paleozoic volcanic rocks beneath the Junggar basin, NW China: Implications for the formation and evolution of the basin basement. Journal of Asian Earth Sciences, 29, 778-794.
110. Wang, Y.J., Fan, W.M., Zhao, G.C., Ji, S.C., Peng, T.P., 2007. Zircon U–Pb geochronology of gneissic rocks in the Yunkai massif and its implications on the Caledonian event in the South China Block. Gondwana Research, 12, 404-416.
111. Han, C.M., Xiao, W.J., Zhao, G.C., Qu, W.J., Du, A.D., 2007. Re–Os dating of the Kalatongke Cu–Ni deposit, Altay Shan, NW China, and resulting geodynamic implications. Ore Geology Review, 32, 452-468.
112. Li, S.Z., Kusky, T.M., Zhao, G.C., Wu, F.Y., Liu, J.Z., Wang, L., Sun, M., 2007. Mesozoic tectonics in the Eastern Block of the North China Craton: implications for subduction of the Pacific plate beneath the Eurasian plate. Geological Society Special Publication, 280, 171-188.
113. Liu, X.C., Zhao, Y., Zhao, G.C., Jian, P., Xu, G., 2007. Petrology and geochronology of granulites from the McKaskle Hills, Eastern Amery Ice Shelf, Antarctica, and implications for the evolution of the Prydz Belt. Journal of Petrology, 48, 1443-1470.
114. Liu, X.C., Jahn, B.M., Zhao, Y., Zhao, G.C., Liu X.H., 2007. Geochemistry and Geochronology of high-grade rocks from the Grove Mountains, Eastern Antarctica: Evidence for a Neoproterozoic basement metamorphosed during a single Cambrian tectonic cycle. Precambrian Research, 158, 93-118.
115. Chen, N.S., Sun, M., Wang, Q.Y., Zhao, G.C., Chen, Q., Shu, G.M., 2007. Monazite electron probe chemical ages of the Kunzhong zone, Kunlunshan orogenic belt: A record for multiple deformation and metamorphism. Chinese Science Bulletin, 52, 2252-2263.
116. Wang, Y.J., Fan, W.M., Peng, T.P., Zhao, G.C., Yu, X.B., 2007. Early Proterozic Mafic Dikes in the North China Craton and Their Tectonic Implications. Bulletin of Mineralogy, Petrology and Geochemistry , 26, 1-9.
117. Li, S.Z., Kusky, T.M., Wang, L., Zhang, G.W., Lai, S.C., Liu, X.C., Dong, S.W., Zhao, G.C., 2007. Collision leading to multiple-stage large-scale extrusion in the Qinling orogen: Insights from the Mianlue suture. Gondwana Research, 12, 121-143.
Year 2006:
118. Zhao, G.C., Cao, L., Wilde, Sun, M., Li, S.Z., 2006. Implications based on the first SHRIMP U-Pb zircon dating on Precambrian granitoid rocks in North Korea. Earth and Planetary Science Letters, 251, 365-379.
119. Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Wilde, Li, S.Z., Zhang, J., 2006. Some key issues in reconstructions of Proterozoic supercontinents. Journal of Asian Earth Sciences, 28, 3-19.
120. Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Wilde, Li, S.Z., Liu, S.W., Zhang, J., 2006. Composite nature of the North China Granulite-Facies Belt: Tectonothermal and geochronological constraints. Gondwana Research, 9, 337-348.
121. Zhao, G.C., Liu, S.W., Sun, M., Li, S.Z., Wilde, S.A., Xia, X.P., Zhang, J., He, Y.H., 2006. What happened in the Trans-North China Orogen in the period 2560-1850 Ma? Acta Geologica Sinica, 80, 790-806.
122. Zhao, G.C., 2006. Geology and Tectonics of India: An Overview (book review). Gondwana Research, 10, 400-401.
123. Wu, C.M., Zhao, G.C., 2006. Recalibration of the Garnet-Muscovite (GM) Geothermometer and the Garnet-Muscovite-Plagioclase-Quartz (GMPQ) Geobarometer for Metapelitic Assemblages. Journal of Petrology, 47, 2357-2368.
124. Wu, C.M., Zhao, G.C., 2006. The applicability of the GRIPS geobarometry in metapelitic assemblages. Journal of Metamorphic Geology, 24, 297-307.
125. Liu, S.W., Zhao, G.C., Wilde, S.A., Shu, G.M., Sun, M., Li, Q.G., Tian, W., Zhang, J., 2006. Th-U-Pb monazite geochronology of the Lüliang and Wutai Complexes: constraints on the tectonothermal evolution of the Trans-North China Orogen. Precambrian Research, 148, 205-225.
126. Zhang, J., *Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Wilde, S.A., Li, S.Z., Liu, S.W., 2006. High-pressure mafic granulites in the Trans-North China Orogen: Tectonic significance and age. Gondwana Research, 9, 349-362.
127. Zhang, J., *Zhao, G.C., Li, S.Z., Sun, M., Liu, S.W., Wilde, Xia, X.P., He, Y.H., 2006.U-Pb Zircon Dating on the Granitic Conglomerates of the Hutuo Group: Affinities to the Wutai Granitoids and Significance on the Tectonic Evolution of the Trans-North China Orogen. Acta Geologica Sinica, 80, 886-898.
128. Li, S.Z., Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Han, Z.Z., Zhao, G.T., Hao, D.F., 2006. Are the South and North Liaohe Groups of the North China Craton different exotic terranes? Nd isotope constraints. Gondwana Research, 9, 198-208.
129. Xia, X.P., Sun, M., Zhao, G.C., Wu, F.Y., Xu, P., Zhang, J.H., Luo Y., 2006. U–Pb and Hf isotopic study of detrital zircons from the Wulashan khondalites: Constraints on the evolution of the Ordos Terrane, Western Block of the North China Craton. Earth and Planetary Science Letters, 241, 581-593.
130. Kroner, A., Wilde, S.A., Zhao, G.C., O’Brien, P.J., Sun, M., Liu, D.Y., Wan, Y.S., Liu, S.W., Guo, J.H., 2006. Zircon geochronology and metamorphic evolution of mafic dykes in the Hengshan Complex of northern China: Evidence for late Palaeoproterozoic extension and subsequent high-pressure metamorphism in the North China Craton. Precambrian Research, 146, 45-67.
131. Xia, X.P., Sun, M., Zhao, G.C., Luo Y., 2006. LA-ICP-MS U–Pb geochronology of detrital zircons from the Jining Complex, North China Craton and its tectonic significance. Precambrian Research, 144, 199-212.
132. Xia, X.P., Sun, M., Zhao, G.C., Wu, F.Y., Xu, P., Zhang, J.H., He, X.H., 2006. U-Pb and Hf Isotope Study of Detrital Zircons from the Wanzi Supracrustals: constraints on the tectonic setting and evolution of the Fuping Complex, Trans-North China Orogen. Acta Geologica Sinica, 80, 844-863.
133. Han, C.M., Xiao, W.J., Zhao, G.C., Mao, J.W., Yang, J.M., Wang, L.C., Yan Z., Mao, Q.G., 2006. Geological characteristics and genesis of the Tuwu porphyry copper deposit, Hami, Xinjiang, Central Asia. Ore Geology Review, 29, 77-94.
134. Han, C.M., Xiao, W.J., Zhao, G.C., Mao, J.W., Li, S.Z., Yan Z., Mao, Q.G., 2006. Major types, characteristics and geodynamic mechanism of Upper Paleozoic copper deposits in northern Xinjiang, northwestern China. Ore Geology Review, 28, 308-328.
135. Luo, Y., Sun, M., Zhao, G.C., Li, S.Z., Xia, X.P., 2006. LA-ICP-MS U-Pb zircon geochronology of the Yushulazi Group in the Eastern Block, North China Craton. International Geology Review, 48, 828-840.
136. 54. Han, C.M., Xiao, W.J., Zhao, G.C., Qu, W.J., Mao, Q.G., Du, A.D., 2006. Re-Os isotopic analysis of the Kalatongke Cu-Ni sulfide deposit, northern Xinjiang, NW China, and its geological implication. Acta Petrologica Sinica, 22, 163-170.
137. Sun, Y.L., Sun, M., Zhao, G.C., 2006. Applicability of capillary electrophoresis to the analysis of trace rare earth elements in geological samples. Analytical Sciences, 22, 551-555.
138. Lü, Y.J., Liu, S.W., Zhao, G.C., Li, Q.G., Zhang, J., Liu, C.H., Park, K.H., Song, Y.S., 2006. Geochemistry and petrogenesis of Neoarchean metamorphic mafic rocks in the Wutai Complex. Acta Geologica Sinica, 80, 899-911.
139. Wu, C.H., Sun, M., Li, H.M., Zhao, G.C., Xia, X.P., 2006. LA-ICP-MS U-Pb zircon ages of the khondalites from the Wulashan and Jining high-grade terrain in northern margin of the North China Craton: constraints on sedimentary age of the khondalite. Acta Petrologica Sinica, 22, 2639-2654.
Year 2005:
140. Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Wilde, Li, S.Z., 2005. Late Archean to Paleoproterozoic evolution of the North China Craton: key issues revisited. Precambrian Research, 136, 177-202.
141. Wilde, S.A., Zhao, G.C., 2005. Archean to Paleoproterozoic evolution of the North China Craton. Journal of Asian Earth Sciences, 24, 519-522.
142. Wu, F.Y., Zhao, G.C., Wilde, S.A., Sun, D.Y., 2005. Nd isotopic constraints on crustal formation in the North China Craton. Journal of Asian Earth Sciences, 24, 523-545.
143. Li, S.Z., *Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Han, Z.Z., Luo, Y., Hao, D.F., Xia, X.P., 2005. Deformation history of the Paleoproterozoic Liaohe assemblage in the eastern block of the North China Craton. Journal of Asian Earth Sciences, 24, 659-674.
144. Tian, L.Y., Zhao, G.T., Zhao, G.C., Shi, X.F., Lu, H.L., 2005. Geochemistry of basaltic lavas from the Mariana Trough: Evidence for influence of subduction component on the generation of backarc basin magmas. International Geology Review, 47, 387-297.
Year 2004:
145. Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Wilde, S.A., Li, S.Z., 2004. A Paleo-Mesoproterozoic supercontinent: Assembly, growth and breakup. Earth-Science Reviews, 67, 91-123.
146. Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Wilde, S.A., Guo, J.H., 2004. Late Archean to Paleoproterozoic evolution of the Trans-North China Orogen: insights from synthesis of existing data from the Hengshan-Wutai-Fuping belt. In: Malpas, J., Fletcher, C.J., Aitchison, J.C., Ali, J. (Eds.), Aspects of the Tectonic Evolution of China. Geological Society Special Publication , 226, 27-56.
147. Wilde, S.A., Zhao, G.C., Wang, K.Y., Sun, M., 2004. First precise SHRIMP U-Pb zircon ages for the Hutuo Group, Wutaishan: further evidence for the Palaeoproterozoic amalgamation of the North China Craton. Chinese Science Bulletin, 49, 83-90.
148. Li, S.Z., Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Wu, F.Y., Liu, J.Z., Hao, D.F., Han, Z.Z., Luo, Y., 2004. Mesozoic, not Paleoproterozoic SHRIMP U-Pb zircon ages of two Liaoji granites, Eastern Block, North China Craton. International Geology Review, 46, 162-176.
149. Luo, Y., Sun, M., Zhao, G.C., Li, S.Z., Xu, P., Ye, K., Xia, X.P., 2004. LA-ICP-MS U-Pb zircon ages of the Liaohe Group in the Eastern Block of the North China Craton: constraints on the evolution of the Jiao-Liao-Ji Belt. Precambrian Research, 134, 349-371.
150. Hao, D.F., Li, S.Z., Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Han, Z.Z., Zhao, G.T., 2004. Origin and its constraint to tectonic evolution of Paleoproterozoic granitoids in the eastern Liaoning and Jilin province, North China. Acta Petrologica Sinica, 20, 1409-1416.
151. Li, S.Z., Hao, D.F., Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Han, Z.Z., Guo, X.Y., 2004. Geochemical features and origin of Dandong granite. Acta Petrologica Sinica, 20, 1417-1423.
152. Li, S.Z., Liu, J,Z., <Zhao, G.C., Wu, F.Y., Han, Z.Z., Yang, Z.Z., 2004. Key geochronology of mesozoic deformation in the eastern block of the North China Craton and its constraints on regional tectonics: a case of Jiaodong and Liaodong Peninsula. Acta Petrologica Sinica, 20, 633-646.
153. Zhou, L.H., Li, S.Z., Zhao, G.C., Liu, Z., Guo, X.Y., Wang, J.Z., 2004. Gravity and magnetism of the basement of the Eastern Block of the North China Craton. Advance in Geophysics, 19, 91-100.
154. Xia, X.P., Sun, M., Zhao, G.C., Li, H.M., Zhou, M.F., 2004. Spot zircon U-Pb isotope analysis by ICP-MS coupled with a frequency quintupled (213 nm) Nd-YAG laser system. Geochemical Journal, 38, 191-200.
155. Xian, W.S., Sun, M., Malpas, J., Zhao, G.C., Zhou, M.F., Ye, K., Liu, J.B., Phillips, D.L., 2004. Application of Raman spectroscopy to distinguish metamorphic and igneous zircons. Analytical Letters, 37, 119-130.
156. Wilde, S.A., Cawood, P.A., Wang, K.Y., Nemchin, A., Zhao, G.C., 2004. Determining Precambrian crustal evolution in China: a case-study from Wutaishan, Shanxi Province, demonstrating the application of precise SHRIMP U-Pb geochronology. In: J. Malps, C.J.N. Fletcher, J.R. Ali and J.C. Aichison (eds.), Aspects of the Tectonic Evolution of China. Geological Society Special Publication, 226, pp. 5-26.
Year 2003:
157. Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Wilde, S.A., 2003. Correlations between the Eastern Block of the North China Craton and the South Indian Block of the Indian Shield: An Archean to Paleoproterozoic link. Precambrian Research, 122, 201-233.
158. Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Wilde, S.A., Li, S.Z., 2003. Assembly, accretion and breakup of the Paleo-Mesoproterozoic Columbia Supercontinent: Records in the North China Craton. Gondwana Research, 6, 417-434.
159. Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Wilde, S.A., 2003. Comments on “Correlations between the Eastern Block of the North China Craton and the South Indian Block of the Indian Shield: An Archean to Paleoproterozoic link - Reply. Precambrian Research, 127, 381-383.
160. Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Wilde, S. A., 2003. Major tectonic units of the North China Craton and their Paleoproterozoic assembly. Science in China Series D-Earth Sciences , 46, 23-38.
161. Ge, W.C., Zhao, G.C., Sun, D.Y., Wu, F.Y., Lin, Q., 2003. Metamorphic P-T path of the Southern Jilin complex: Implications for tectonic evolution of the Eastern block of the North China craton. International Geology Review, 45, 1029-1043.
162. Han, C.M., Zhao, G.C., 2003. Major types and characteristics of Late Paleozoic ore deposits, East Tianshan, Northwest China. International Geology Review, 45, 798-813.
163. Li, S.Z., Hao, D.F., Han, Z.Z., Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., 2003. Thermal evolution and deep tectonic processes of the Paleoproterozoic Jiap-Liao block. Acta Geologica Sinica, 77, 328-240.
Year 2002:
164. Zhao, G.C., Cawood, P. A., Wilde, S. A., Sun, M., 2002. A review of the global 2.1–1.8 Ga orogens: implications for a pre-Rodinian supercontinent. Earth-Science Reviews, 59, 125-162.
165. Zhao, G.C., Wilde, S .A, Cawood, P. A., Sun, M., 2002. SHRIMP U-Pb zircon ages of the Fuping Complex: implications for accretion and assembly of the North China Craton. American Journal of Science, 302, 191-226.
166. Zhai, M. G., Zhao, G.C., Zhang, Q., 2002. Is the Dongwanzi Complex an Archean ophiolite? Science, 295, 923a.
167. Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Wilde, S.A., 2002. Did South America and West Africa marry and divorce or was it a long-lasting relationship? Gondwan Research, 5, 591-596.
168. Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., Wilde, S. A., 2002. Reconstruction of a pre-Rodinia Supercontinent: new advances and perspectives. Chinese Science Bulletin, 47, 1585-1588.
169. Zhao, G.C., Guo, J.H., 2002. Precambrian high-pressure and high-temperature metamorphism: 2002 Beijing Penrose Conference. Chinese Science Bulletin, 47, 1680/1623.
170. Wilde, S. A., Zhao, G.C., Sun, M., 2002. Late Archaean to Early Palaeoproterozoic Magmatic Events in the North China Craton: the Prelude to Amalgamation. Gondwana Research, 5, 85–94.
Year 2001:
171. Zhao, G.C., Cawood, P. A., Wilde, S. A., Lu, L.Z., 2001. High-pressure granulite (retrograded eclogites) from the Hengshan Complex, North China Craton: petrology and tectonic implications. Journal of Petrology, 42, 1141–1170.
172. Zhao, G.C., Wilde, S. A., Cawood, P. A., Sun M., 2001. Archean blocks and their boundaries in the North China Craton: lithological, geochemical, structural and P-T path constraints and tectonic evolution. Precambrian Research, 107, 45–73.
173. Zhao, G.C., 2001. Paleoproterozoic assembly of the North China Craton. Geological Magazine, 138, 87–91.
174. Zhao, G.C., Cawood, P. A., Wilde, S. A., Sun M., 2001. Polymetamorphism of Archean maficc granulites from the Trans-North China Orogen: textural and thermobarometric evidence and tectonic implications. In: J. Miller and I. S. Buick (eds.), Continental Reworking and Reactivation. Geological Society Special Publication, 184, 323–342.
175. Chen B., Zhao, G.C., Wilde, S. A., 2001. Subduction- and collision-related granitoids from southern Sonidzuoqi, Inner Mongolia: Isotopic ages and tectonic implications. Geological Review, 47, 361–367.
Year 2000:
176. Zhao, G.C., Wilde, S. A., Cawood, P. A., Lu, L. Z., 2000. Petrology and P–T path of the Fuping mafic granulites: Implications for tectonic evolution of the central zone of the North China Craton. Journal of Metamorphic Geology, 18, 375–391.
177. Zhao, G.C., Cawood, P. A., Wilde, S. A., Lu, L. Z., 2000. Metamorphism of basement rocks in the Central Zone of the North China Craton: implications for Paleoproterozoic tectonic evolution. Precambrian Research, 103, 55–88.
178. Liu S.W., Liang, H.H., Zhao, G.C., Hua, Y.G., Jian, A. H., 2000. Isotopic chronology and geological events of Precambrian complexes in Taihangshan region. Science in China Series D-Earth Sciences , 43, 386–393.
Year 1999:
179. Zhao, G.C., Cawood, P. A., 1999. Tectonothermal evolution of the Mayuan assemblage in the Cathaysia Block: new evidence for Neoproterozoic collional-related assembly of the South China craton. American Journal of Science, 299, 309–339.
180. Zhao, G.C., Wilde, S. A., Cawood, P. A., Lu, L. Z., 1999. Thermal evolution of two types of mafic granulites from the North China craton: implications for both mantle plume and collisional tectonics. Geological Magazine, 136, 223–240.
181. Zhao, G.C., Wilde, S. A., Cawood, P. A., Lu, L. Z., 1999. Tectonothermal history of the basement rocks in the western zone of the North China Craton and its tectonic implications. Tectonophysics, 310, 37–53.
182. Zhao, G.C., Cawood, P. A., Lu, L. Z., 1999. Petrology and P–T history of the Wutai amphibolites: implications for tectonic evolution of the Wutai Complex, China. Precambrian Research, 93, 181–199.
Year 1998:
183. Zhao, G.C., Wilde, S. A., Cawood, P. A., Lu, L. Z., 1998 Thermal evolution of the Archaean basement rocks from the eastern part of the North China Craton and its bearing on tectonic setting. International Geology Review, 40, 706–721.
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