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GSA2015 ANNUAL MEETING & EXPOSITION
T17. Metallic Mineral Deposits in the Midcontinent Region of
North America: Origin and Exploration
Disciplines: Economic Geology; Geochemistry; Precambrian
Geology
Advocates: Joyashish Thakurta; Edward M. Ripley
Abstracts are encouraged on recent findings related to the
origin, occurrence, and evaluation of known metallic mineral
deposits, as well as emerging studies on exploration for new
deposits in the midcontinent region of North America.
GSA TODAY | MAY 2015 T18. Metals in Ore Fluids: Sources, Concentrations, Modes
of Transport, and Precipitation
Disciplines: Economic Geology; Geochemistry
Advocates: Ryan Mathur; Martin Appold
This session aims to highlight recent progress in understanding
the occurrence of metals in ore fluids based on theoretical, experi- Highland; Francis K. Rengers
mental, and case studies.
T19. Terrestrial Geologic Remote Sensing Applications Using
Data from the Newest and/or Simulated Future Airborne and
Spaceborne Multispectral and Hyperspectral Sensors
Disciplines: Economic Geology; Environmental Geoscience
Advocates: Wendy M. Calvin; John C. Mars; Bernard E. Hubbard
This session solicits imaging spectroscopy studies utilizing data
from new and/or future imaging spectrometers for a wide range
of geologic applications. In particular, we welcome studies aimed
at simulating data from the future HyspIRI mission.
Engineering Geology
T20. Embedded Research Projects in Upper Level Undergraduate
Courses: A Plausible Panacea for the Dwindling Science and
Engineering (S&E) Researchers Community (Posters)
Disciplines: Engineering Geology; Environmental Geoscience;
Hydrogeology
Advocates: Solomon Isiorho; David O. Omole
Early involvement of young science and engineering (S&E)
students in research through their courses becomes important
as the S&E population ages. Environmental-related research/
projects abstracts by professors/students are encouraged for
submission to this session.
T21. Environmental and Engineering Geology Student
Research Competition
Disciplines: Engineering Geology; Environmental Geoscience;
Quaternary Geology
Advocates: William J. Burns; Scott Burns
We encourage students to submit an abstract for the poster
or oral presentation on any research related to environmental
and engineering geology. Monetary awards will be given to the
top presenters.
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T22. Geology and Warfare
Disciplines: Engineering Geology; Archaeological Geology;
History and Philosophy of Geology
Advocates: Nathalie Nicole Brandes; Paul T. Brandes;
Audra E. Basal
Geology has had an influence on war throughout history. This
session will explore aspects such as locations of fortified positions,
use of terrain in battle, and how tactical decisions often include an
understanding of geology.
T23. Landslide, Subsidence, and Debris-Flow Hazards:
Integrating Engineering Geology Research and
Communication Solutions
Disciplines: Engineering Geology; Environmental Geoscience;
Geoscience Information/Communication
Advocates: Matthew M. Crawford; William J. Burns; Lynn M.
This session will highlight geologic hazards and engineering
geology topics, focusing on landslides and subsidence and
emphasizing communication. By linking hazard research with
proper guidance for the public, progress can be made toward
risk reduction.
T24. Sedimentology of Large Rock and Volcanic Debris
Avalanche Deposits
Disciplines: Engineering Geology; Sediments, Clastic; Volcanology
Advocates: Anja Dufresne; Stuart Dunning; Sibylle Knapp
Rock/debris avalanche deposits harbor important evidence of
their emplacement processes. We welcome contributions of case
studies of large landslides that make maximum use of natural
exposures, and we encourage a focus on lithological variations.
Environmental Geoscience
T25. An Early Involvement of Undergraduates and K–12
Students in Geological Research Brings a Strong Sense of
Ownership and Achievement for Young Researchers (Posters)
Disciplines: Environmental Geoscience; Geoscience Education;
Geoscience Information/Communication
Advocate: Nazrul I. Khandaker
Undergraduates and K–12 students interested in demonstrating
their research skills pertaining to broad geosciences, engineering
geology, environmental, and sedimentology/geomorphology
topics and receiving professional feedback from the participating
attendees are encouraged to consider this topical session.
T26. From Provenance to Sequestration: A Heavy Metal Journey
Disciplines: Environmental Geoscience; Geochemistry; Soils
Advocates: Michael Martínez-Colón; Henry Alegria
This session will highlight ongoing geological, biological, and
biogeochemical processes involved in the behavior and transport
of metals in aquatic and terrestrial systems.