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Seismology

Old and new composite pictures of San Francisco highlighting the impact of the 1906 earthquake

December 23, 2013

Old and new composite pictures of San Francisco highlighting the impact of the 1906 earthquake How would San Francisco look like if a similar 1906 earthquake had to strike again? Despite the many predictions and models, this is a good hint to help our imagination. Check the photos here: http://pixtale.net/2012/09/composite-then-and-now-photos-of-the-1906-san-francisco-earthquake/

Geology for Global Development

Placement Reminder – Deadline Midday Friday 6th December

December 2, 2013

A reminder about our exciting placement opportunities – deadline this Friday (6th December) at midday. GfGD PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITY The information below can be downloaded as a PDF WHEN & WHERE: Approximately 1-2 weeks (per topic) during December to early January (student’s Christmas vacation). Precise working dates are flexible. To minimise costs to the student and enable students to have ...[Read More]

Geology for Global Development

Friday Photo (96): Landslides on the Jammu-Srinigar Highway

September 13, 2013

Professors from Jammu University assess a landslide on the edge of the Jammu-Srinigar Highway. This essential supply route links the mountainous Himalayan Region up with the rest of Jammu & Kashmir State. Landslides are a common problem along this busy road, used by lorries, business and the military, as well as forming part of an important pilgrimage route . (c) Geology for Global Development ...[Read More]

Geology for Global Development

Professionalism and Social Responsibility (6): Making the Most of Twitter

August 26, 2013

There are an ever-growing number of scientists using Twitter to disseminate their research, share articles and papers, and ask questions. Twitter, if used correctly, can be like an online conference, and participation can benefit your career in a multitude of ways. Professors and institutions that may be hard to approach in other circumstances are all easy to talk to on Twitter. Twitter can also b ...[Read More]

Geology for Global Development

Friday Photo (86): Wildlife in the Field – the Rock Hyrax

July 5, 2013

This little guy (can you spot him?!) is a Dassie, or “Rock Hyrax” – a familiar friend to many geologists in the field. These animals live in groups among large fallen blocks of rock, and will pop their heads up periodically to keep an eye on you as you go about your fieldwork. They can  cause problems as they have designated ‘toilet rocks’, and their urine can cover a ...[Read More]