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Geodynamics

edited by Kleoniki Lydia Theodoridou

Kleoniki Lydia Theodoridou is a Geologist with a master’s degree in Risk and Disaster Science from University College London. She is currently a Blog Editor at the European Geosciences Union Geodynamics division for the third year in a row. Her research interests range from Disaster Risk Reduction, Climate-related topics, Geoheritage, and Geodynamics. She tweets under @lydia_theo1.

Fault characteristics, how close is close enough?

and February 11, 2026
Fault characteristics, how close is close enough?
Source: Marina Leonova Pexel.com

Have you ever wondered what common thing connects fault surfaces and their characteristics with your… squeezy sneakers on a wet surface or the required frequent change of your car tyres? Well, the answer is simple. The fundamental principles of stress and friction can significantly cause this behaviour in our everyday lives. However, these two factors can also be responsible for the slip behaviour ...[Read More]

Unpacking Energy Resilience: The Role of Holistic Frameworks in Facing Extreme Weather Events and Future Challenges

and May 21, 2025
Unpacking Energy Resilience: The Role of Holistic Frameworks in Facing Extreme Weather Events and Future Challenges
Extreme weather events induced by anthropogenic climate change can have sever impacts in our energy systems causing major disruptions. In the image, distribution lines destroyed by Hurricane Irma in Louisiana, 2017”. Source: Scott Olson/Getty Images

Have you ever wondered what energy resilience means and how we can prepare for the future while facing extreme weather events? In this week’s blog, PhD Student Spilios Iliopoulos from the Division of Environmental Technology and Management at Linköping University, shares his thoughts about energy resilience and the important role of having in place holistic frameworks, whilst facing extreme weathe ...[Read More]

Geoscience Wonders: My Favourite Natural History Museums in Europe

and February 19, 2025
Geoscience Wonders: My Favourite Natural History Museums in Europe
A collage of pictures from the proposed Natural History Museums in Europe. (featured image created by Kleoniki Lydia Theodoridou, a few photos were provided by Marco Possenti).

Have you ever wondered how to combine adventure with a deep dive into the secrets of our planet’s ancient past? Well, in this week’s blog, we are on a mission to take you on a journey to some of my favourite Natural History Museums around Europe. And who knows, maybe these museums might find a special place on your next travel bucket list! Travelling makes us wiser and richer! Getting the opportun ...[Read More]

The Great Green Paradox

and November 6, 2024
The Great Green Paradox
The policy cycle in the mineral resources industry. Illustrated by Emily Hinshaw.

The sustainable and responsible use of mineral resources is a challenging task, yet essential for the benefit of our society. In this week’s blog, Dr. Νicholas Vafeas, an economic Geologist with a rich background in energy and mineral resources policy, shares his views on the urgent need to develop a holistic approach that can help integrate sustainable practises without posing any further risks t ...[Read More]