Elements: Abiotic Hydrogen and Hydrocarbons in Planetary Lithospheres
March 04, 2020
Abiotic molecular hydrogen and hydrocarbons have been observed in a variety of geologic settings both on Earth and other planetary bodies. Owing in large part to the utilization of hydrogen and methane by chemosynthetic biological communities, the geologic production of these compounds has become the subject of intense scientific study. Geologically produced hydrogen and methane are also of interest as possible energy resources. This issue highlights recent developments in the understanding of geologic sources of hydrogen and methane, the biological utilization of these compounds, and the potential for human exploitation of these resources.
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Meet the Scientist: Evelyn Freres
February 24, 2020
Name: Evelyn Freres
Institution: University of British Columbia
Place of Residence: Vancouver, BC, Canada
What kind of science do you do?
I am an analytical geochemist, with a focus on isotopic geochemistry and multi-collector inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (MC-ICP-MS). More specifically, I am studying the instruments and analytical methods that are used to analyse geological samples, and trying to improve the accuracy and precision of the isotopic ratios we obtain from MC-ICP-MS instruments.
Meet the Scientist: Chiara Borrelli
January 27, 2020
Name: Chiara Borrelli
Institution: University of Rochester
Place of Residence: Rochester, New York, USA
What kind of science do you do?
I am a paleoceanographer. Through the analysis of the chemical and isotopic composition of very tiny organisms called foraminifera, I aim to answer questions related to past changes in ocean circulation and chemistry, climate, and sedimentary biogeochemical cycles.
Goldschmidt Abstract Submission Now Open
December 15, 2019
Abstract submission and registration for the 2020 Goldschmidt Conference in Honolulu, Hawai'i, USA are now open. Goldschmidt is the world's premier meeting on geochemistry and related subjects, attracting scientists from more than 60 countries each year. Registration for workshops and fascinating field trips around Hawai'i are open, as well. Please make note of these important dates:
- January 31, 2020: Grant application deadline
- February 14, 2020: Abstract submission deadline
- April 21, 2020: Early registration deadline
- June 21-26, 2020: Goldschmidt Conference in Honolulu
Meet the Scientist: Georg Zellmer
November 18, 2019
Name: Dr. Georg F. Zellmer
Institution: Massey University
Place Of Residence: New Zealand
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What kind of science do you do?
I am an Earth and planetary scientist working at the intersection of geochemistry, igneous petrology, and volcanology, with a focus on the rates and processes of magma generation and transfer, and the role of magmatic volatiles. I try to gain insights through interdisciplinary approaches that may include seismic tomography and other geophysical data.
Meet the Scientist: Suzanne Baldwin
October 24, 2019
Name: Suzanne L. Baldwin
Institution: Syracuse University
Place Of Residence: Syracuse, New York
What kind of science do you do?
I am a geologist who uses thermochronology and petrology to investigate how planets have evolved. I am especially interested in understanding lithospheric plate boundary processes. I direct the Syracuse University Noble Gas Isotopic Research Laboratory (SUNGIRL) where noble gases are extracted from minerals to reveal their thermal histories.
Meet the Scientist: April Abbott
September 20, 2019
Name: Dr. April N Abbott
Institution: Macquarie University
Place Of Residence: Australia
What kind of science do you do?
I'm a geochemical oceanographer- I use pore water (the water between the sediment grains) to understand modern element cycling and their implications on paleoclimate studies. Currently, I'm focused on understanding whether the sediments are a source of rare earth elements to the overlying water column.
Find the GS at GSA 2019 in Phoenix
September 19, 2019
The GS is participating in the 2019 Geological Society of America Annual Meeting in Phoenix, Arizona, USA next week. Stop by our booth (number 604) for information about GS programs or to renew your membership. We also invite you to join the MGPV–MSA–GS Joint Reception on Tuesday, September 24 from 5:45 PM -7:30 PM (ticket required).
Meet the Scientist: Funmi Felicia Ajayi
August 12, 2019
Name: Dr. Funmi Felicia Ajayi
Institution: University of Ibadan
Place of Residence: Oyo State, Nigeria
What kind of science do you do?
I am primarily a geoscientist specializing in the field of soil/sediment mineralogy and environmental geochemistry.
Meet the Scientist: Nurgül Balci
July 24, 2019
Name: Nurgül BALCI
Title: Professor
Institution: Istanbul Technical University, Department of Geological Engineering, Ayazaga Campus
Place of Residence: Istanbul, Turkey
What kind of science do you do?
I am a geomicrobiologist dealing with microbe-mineral interactions in extreme environments (e.g acidic, hypersaline, hot springs) to understand evolution of life on Earth and other terrestrial planets in our Solar System. Also, I would like to understand geochemical conditions of the early Earth and how life started to flourish. By doing this kind of research I am hoping that one day as humans we will explore the other planets and find a backup place.