NEXT THREE WEEKS EVENTS
4th to 10th February 2019
THE FOLLOWING IS AN EXTRACT FROM BRISTOL AND WEST COUNTRY GEOLOGY CALENDARS
MORE DETAILS CAN BE FOUND IN THE BRISTOL AND THE WEST COUNTRY CALENDARS AND ON THE WEB SITES OF THE RELEVANT SOCIETY OR ORGANISATION.
MONDAY 4TH
Course - The Geology of Eruptions, Earthquakes and Tsunamis
When
Mon, 4 February, 19:30 – 21:30
Where
Wynstones School, Stroud Road, Whaddon, Gloucester (map)
Description
The Geology of Eruptions, Earthquakes and Tsunamis
Three of the most devastating natural disaster-forming events are geological, all related to plate tectonics, and are very difficult, if not impossible, to accurately forecast. What are the causes of these events and their various manifestations? Why are some more dangerous than others? How can we prevent or mitigate these effects? Examples of some of these phenomena will be used to illustrate these points Monday 7th for 10 weeks (not 18h Feb) until 18th March. Held at Wynstones School, Stroud Road, Whaddon, Gloucester from 7.30-9.30pm on Mondays . Cost £75
Contact Dave Green by email at davegeostudies@gmail.com, by phone at 01594 960858 and by post at Dave Green, Joys Green Farm, Lydbrook, Gloucestershire, GL17 9QU
Tuesday 5th
Wednesday 6th
Bristol University - Inaugural Lecture
When
Wed, 6 February, 17:30 – 19:30
Where
Wills Memorial Building, Reception Room, Queens Road, Bristol, BS8 1RJ (map)
Description
Joachim Gottsmann, Professor of Volcanology, delivers his Inaugural Lecture. Introduction by Prof. Jens Marklof, Dean of the Faculty Science, University of Bristol
Title: Mechanism of volcanic unrest: a tale from four continents
Abstract: Volcanic unrest comes in many forms including anomalous earthquake activity and ground deformation. Unrest can be a prelude to future eruption but fingerprinting the mechanisms behind unrest and forecasting its outcome remains challenging. Here Professor Gottsmann presents insights from studies across the globe to unravel some enigmatic internal workings of volcanoes.
There will be a drinks reception following this event.
Register for a free ticket HERE
Thursday 7th
Course - Advances in Understanding Earth’s Structure and Operation
When
Thu, 7 February, 19:30 – 21:30
Where
The Chantry, Thornbury. (map)
Description
Advances in Understanding Earth’s Structure and Operation.
This 10 week course aims to introduce you to relatively new ideas, some accepted, some controversial, about the internal structure and tectonics of the Earth. Many ideas have changed radically since the inception of the Plate Tectonic hypothesis, and especially in the period from the 1990s, partly as a result of new technology, and the re-examination of parts of the theory that evidence did not support. Each week we will examine a different topic, such as subduction, mantle dynamics, mantle plumes. Held at The Chantry, Thornbury. First meeting 7.30 – 9.30, Thurs 10th January until March 21st (not Thurs 21st Feb). Cost £75
Contact Dave by email at davegeostudies@gmail.com, by phone at 01594 960858 and by post at Dave Green, Joys Green Farm, Lydbrook, Gloucestershire, GL17 9QU
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Bath Geol Soc - Lecture
When
Thu, 7 February, 19:30 – 21:00
Where
Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution, 16 Queen Square, Bath (map)
Description
LIMESTONES, MICROBES, VIRUSES
MAURICE TUCKER
School of Earth Sciences, University of Bristol
Carbonate rocks, that is limestones and dolomites, are a feature of the sedimentary record, right back to the oldest strata (~4200 Ma old). Common types are skeletal-bioclastic-reefal limestones, oolites (like the Bath stone) and microbialites (like the Cotham Marble). Although the roles of bacteria are well known in the formation of stromatolites, totally ignored is the possibility that viruses may be involved in limestone deposition. Viruses are everywhere, in greater abundance than bacteria, but dependent upon them. New evidence from modern microbial mats and from lab experiments is showing that viruses can be permineralised and can influence carbonate precipitation. Could viruses provide the seeds for limestone formation? This talk explores the potential role of viruses in carbonate precipitation. Viruses are the new frontier in Earth Science ……
Friday 8th
OUGS Severnside - Aberystwyth Weekend
When
8 – 10 Feb 2019
Where
Park Lodge Hotel, Aberystwyth, West Wales (map)
Description
Leader: Charlie Bendall
Severnside's annual geological workshop at Aberystwyth is suitable for both beginners and the more experienced, and never fails to please.
Final details of the workshop programme have still to be confirmed.
The sessions will allow you to learn new geological topics (or perhaps refresh previous studies) in a friendly and convivial atmosphere with plenty of support and guidance on hand.
All geology sessions will be held in the hotel's conference room. Charlie will give an introductory talk on Friday evening, and lead full-day sessions on Saturday and Sunday.
Bed and breakfast accommodation is available at the Park Lodge Hotel. Cost: £38.75 pppn for a twin/double room, £60.00 pn for a single room.
There will be extra costs for lunches and leader's expenses.
Please contact Janet Hellen [jdhellen@btinternet.com] for a booking form.
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Cheltenham Mineral and Geological Society - Lecture
When
Fri, 8 February, 19:00 – 21:00
Where
Shurdington at The Century Hall (map)
Description
' Minerals of the English Midlands'
Our guest speaker is Roy Starkey
saturday 9th
OUGS SEVERNSIDE - ABERYSTWYTH WEEKEND
Sunday 10th
OUGS SEVERNSIDE - ABERYSTWYTH WEEKEND
NEXT THREE WEEKS EVENTS
Course - The Geology of Eruptions, Earthquakes and Tsunamis
When
Mon, 4 February, 19:30 – 21:30
Where
Wynstones School, Stroud Road, Whaddon, Gloucester (map)
Description
The Geology of Eruptions, Earthquakes and Tsunamis
Three of the most devastating natural disaster-forming events are geological, all related to plate tectonics, and are very difficult, if not impossible, to accurately forecast. What are the causes of these events and their various manifestations? Why are some more dangerous than others? How can we prevent or mitigate these effects? Examples of some of these phenomena will be used to illustrate these points Monday 7th for 10 weeks (not 18h Feb) until 18th March. Held at Wynstones School, Stroud Road, Whaddon, Gloucester from 7.30-9.30pm on Mondays . Cost £75
Contact Dave Green by email at davegeostudies@gmail.com, by phone at 01594 960858 and by post at Dave Green, Joys Green Farm, Lydbrook, Gloucestershire, GL17 9QU
Bristol University - Inaugural Lecture
When
Wed, 6 February, 17:30 – 19:30
Where
Wills Memorial Building, Reception Room, Queens Road, Bristol, BS8 1RJ (map)
Description
Joachim Gottsmann, Professor of Volcanology, delivers his Inaugural Lecture. Introduction by Prof. Jens Marklof, Dean of the Faculty Science, University of Bristol
Title: Mechanism of volcanic unrest: a tale from four continents
Abstract: Volcanic unrest comes in many forms including anomalous earthquake activity and ground deformation. Unrest can be a prelude to future eruption but fingerprinting the mechanisms behind unrest and forecasting its outcome remains challenging. Here Professor Gottsmann presents insights from studies across the globe to unravel some enigmatic internal workings of volcanoes.
There will be a drinks reception following this event.
Register for a free ticket HERE
Course - Advances in Understanding Earth’s Structure and Operation
When
Thu, 7 February, 19:30 – 21:30
Where
The Chantry, Thornbury. (map)
Description
Advances in Understanding Earth’s Structure and Operation.
This 10 week course aims to introduce you to relatively new ideas, some accepted, some controversial, about the internal structure and tectonics of the Earth. Many ideas have changed radically since the inception of the Plate Tectonic hypothesis, and especially in the period from the 1990s, partly as a result of new technology, and the re-examination of parts of the theory that evidence did not support. Each week we will examine a different topic, such as subduction, mantle dynamics, mantle plumes. Held at The Chantry, Thornbury. First meeting 7.30 – 9.30, Thurs 10th January until March 21st (not Thurs 21st Feb). Cost £75
Contact Dave by email at davegeostudies@gmail.com, by phone at 01594 960858 and by post at Dave Green, Joys Green Farm, Lydbrook, Gloucestershire, GL17 9QU
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Bath Geol Soc - Lecture
When
Thu, 7 February, 19:30 – 21:00
Where
Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution, 16 Queen Square, Bath (map)
Description
LIMESTONES, MICROBES, VIRUSES
MAURICE TUCKER
School of Earth Sciences, University of Bristol
Carbonate rocks, that is limestones and dolomites, are a feature of the sedimentary record, right back to the oldest strata (~4200 Ma old). Common types are skeletal-bioclastic-reefal limestones, oolites (like the Bath stone) and microbialites (like the Cotham Marble). Although the roles of bacteria are well known in the formation of stromatolites, totally ignored is the possibility that viruses may be involved in limestone deposition. Viruses are everywhere, in greater abundance than bacteria, but dependent upon them. New evidence from modern microbial mats and from lab experiments is showing that viruses can be permineralised and can influence carbonate precipitation. Could viruses provide the seeds for limestone formation? This talk explores the potential role of viruses in carbonate precipitation. Viruses are the new frontier in Earth Science ……
OUGS Severnside - Aberystwyth Weekend
When
8 – 10 Feb 2019
Where
Park Lodge Hotel, Aberystwyth, West Wales (map)
Description
Leader: Charlie Bendall
Severnside's annual geological workshop at Aberystwyth is suitable for both beginners and the more experienced, and never fails to please.
Final details of the workshop programme have still to be confirmed.
The sessions will allow you to learn new geological topics (or perhaps refresh previous studies) in a friendly and convivial atmosphere with plenty of support and guidance on hand.
All geology sessions will be held in the hotel's conference room. Charlie will give an introductory talk on Friday evening, and lead full-day sessions on Saturday and Sunday.
Bed and breakfast accommodation is available at the Park Lodge Hotel. Cost: £38.75 pppn for a twin/double room, £60.00 pn for a single room.
There will be extra costs for lunches and leader's expenses.
Please contact Janet Hellen [jdhellen@btinternet.com] for a booking form.
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Cheltenham Mineral and Geological Society - Lecture
When
Fri, 8 February, 19:00 – 21:00
Where
Shurdington at The Century Hall (map)
Description
' Minerals of the English Midlands'
Our guest speaker is Roy Starkey
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