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NASA finds evidence of recent flowing water on Mars
USA Today
A NASA spacecraft circling Mars has found evidence of flowing water on the Red Planet's surface — and in our time, not in some dim and more verdant past. New data reveal that Earth's close neighbor boasts multiple seeps of salt-laden water that were wet, or at least damp, as recently as last year. The water may be many times saltier than Earth's ocean, but there could be enough of it to provide a bonanza for humans exploring the surface.
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Latest Pluto images show bizarre landscapes, vivid colors
Spaceflight Insider
Every image of Pluto sent back by NASA's New Horizons spacecraft has both thrilled and perplexed scientists. The latest images — returned on Sept. 19 and 20 — are eliciting the same responses in their high-resolution depictions of the dwarf planet's unusual landscapes and vivid colors. The highest ever resolution images taken during the spacecraft's July 14 flyby show the various terrains on Pluto's surface with an unprecedented level of geologic, topographic and compositional detail.
Catching tsunamis in the geological record
Forbes
Modern databases list more than 2.000 tsunamis worldwide that occurred in the last 4.000 years. Most of these were recorded in historic documents, chronicles or even myths. Records of tsunamis in the geological record, however, seem to be rare. But they do exist, and they can help scientists learn more about them and their history.
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2016 AIPG National Executive Committee
AIPG
Advisory Board Representatives for 2016 were elected at the AIPG Annual Meeting on September 18th in Anchorage, Alaska: Jeffrey J. Frederick, CPG, New York; Kevin L. Gooding, CPG, Hawaii; Donald K. Lumm, CPG, Kentucky; and Shanna Anna Schmitt, CPG, Minnesota. Officers: President-Elect: Adam W. Heft, CPG, Michigan; Vice President: David G. Pyles, CPG, Illinois; Secretary: Keri A. Nutter, CPG, Alaska ; Editor: Jean M. Neubeck, CPG, New York. The incumbent officers are: President: Helen V. Hickman, CPG, Florida; Past President: J. Foster Sawyer, CPG, South Dakota; and Treasurer: R. Douglas Bartlett, CPG, Arizona.
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Requesting articles for Student theme issue of The Professional Geologist (TPG) — Jan/Feb/Mar 2016
AIPG
We would like your help in submitting articles that will assist our student members in knowing what to be prepared for. Students are also encouraged to submit articles. This information will be placed in the upcoming January/February/March 2016 Student Issue of TPG. Your submittal can be a couple of paragraphs, a letter, an opinion piece, an article on what you are currently working on, student chapter information, a geologic field trip or field camp (include photos), etc. The deadline for submitting an article is Nov. 1. Articles are always welcome so if you cannot make the deadline please send it in when you can.
Order Extra Copies of the Student Issue of TPG
Individuals and Sections encouraged to purchase extra copies of the Student issue to provide to Universities and Colleges with Geology Departments. This is a good way to generate interest in a student chapter. The cost of the Student Issue is being discounted from $5 to $3 for quantities of 10 or more plus shipping and handling. Orders with payment need to be received by AIPG Headquarters no later than Dec. 1.
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AIPG Journal — The Professional Geologist (TPG)
AIPG
The AIPG quarterly journal, The Professional Geologist, July/August/Sept. 2015 — new digital version or pdf — includes Career Building Workshop at UC Davis a Success; Earthquakes of Mexico — As Observed from Home Seismometer in Palmer, Texas; Career Building Workshop at UC Davis a Success; From Bone Dry to Soaking Wet — A Commentary on Recent Flooding Throughout Texas plus much more! Now available online. All back issues of TPG are available online.
AIPG executive director position announcement
AIPG
The American Institute of Professional Geologists is accepting applications for the position of Executive Director. The position is to be filled as soon as a qualified candidate is vetted. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Advertise to more than 15,000
AIPG
Showcase your company! Sign up for a one year business card size ad in AIPG's The Professional Geologist (TPG) publication (four quarterly issues). The TPG Professional Services Directory lists companies with experience and expertise in all phases of geology and is distributed to more than 15,000 in the geosciences around the globe. TPG is printed, placed online and emailed. The journal is made available at all the conferences that AIPG hosts and attends. For only $400 (AIPG members) and $500 (nonmembers) it is a great deal!
22nd International Petroleum Environmental Conference, Nov. 17-19, in Denver — sponsored by The University of Tulsa
University of Tulsa
IPEC brings together professionals involved in developing and implementing technology to address and resolve E&P environmental problems. It provides a forum to share best practices and information regarding advances in emerging technology which address oil and gas environmental issues. Contact The University of Tulsa, Continuing Education for Science & Engineering for additional information about the conference and the discounted registration fee offered to AIPG members! Phone: 918-631-3088; Email: cese@utulsa.edu.
118th National Western Mining Conference & Expo, March 21-24
Colorado Mining Association
Make plans to attend the 118th National Western Mining Conference & Expo, March 21-24, at the Colorado Convention Center, in Denver. Be sure to visit the AIPG booth.
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| Sept. 29-30 |
AIPG Georgia Section: "Innovative Environmental Assessment of Remediation Technology |
Kennesaw, Georgia |
| Oct. 24-25 |
AIPG Texas Section Field Trip |
Marble Falls, Texas |
| Nov. 7 |
AIPG Arizona Section Fall Field Trip |
Holbrook, Arizona Area |
| Dec. 9 |
AIPG New England Aquifers: Elusive and Complex Conference |
Marlborough, Massachusetts |
| Dec. 16 |
AIPG New England Aquifers: Elusive and Complex Conference |
Glastonbury, Connecticut |
| April 5-6, 2016 |
AIPG Water Resources Unplugged Conference |
Orlando, Florida |
| Sept. 9-13, 2016 |
AIPG 2016 National Conference |
Santa Fe, New Mexico |
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Magnitude 6.6 earthquake hits Eastern Indonesia
The New York Times
A 6.6-magnitude quake hit in waters off Indonesia's easternmost province early Sept. 25, injuring dozens of people, damaging buildings and sending panicked residents fleeing from homes, hotels and even a hospital. The quake was centered 28 kilometers (17 miles) north of Sorong, a town in Indonesia's West Papua province, the U.S. Geological Survey said on its website. It occurred at a depth of 24 kilometers (15 miles).
Fossils: Is this new species a human relative?
Society for Science & the Public
Fossils found in an underground cave in South Africa may be from a previously unknown species of the human genus, Homo. The fossils come from at least 15 individuals. They were pulled from a pit 30 meters (100 feet) deep. The skeletal remains display a mix of traits. They are unlike anything researchers had seen before. The bones and teeth have some features that are similar to humans. But the fossils also have some apelike qualities.
Map reveals ghostly antineutrinos lurking within Earth
Live Science
A look inside of Earth has revealed the hiding places of weird antimatter particles that are nearly massless, resulting in a global map of the planet's so-called antineutrinos. Antineutrinos are the antimatter versions of neutrinos, particles so light and insubstantial that they rarely interact with matter. They can pass through a light-year of solid lead and still have a 50-50 chance of sailing through as if it wasn't there.
CGG completes depth imaging of Banda Arc survey offshore Indonesia
World Oil
CGG announced Sept. 23 that all four phases of its BandaSeis 2D BroadSeis multi-client program targeting the Banda Arc around East Indonesia and Timor Leste have now been fully processed and are ready for delivery. They offer important new insights in this prospective frontier area.
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Volcano alert level at Mauna Loa is raised
Dispatch Review
U.S. Geological Survey officials icreased the alert levels from normal to advisory, for Mauna Loa, which is the largest volcano in the Hawaiian Islands and also the tallest volcano in the world. The U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, changed Mauna Loa's activity level to advisory. The level of activity changes it does not automatically mean that the volcano will erupt. It merely shows a state of unrest, scientists say.
New dinosaur reconstructed with 3-D printing and scanning
Rapid Ready
For the last five years, Florida State University and the University of Alaska Fairbanks have collaborated in digging up dinosaur remains from a rich new source called the Liscomb Bonebed found almost 300 miles northwest of Fairbanks, Alaska. The jewel of the dig thus far is a brand new species of dinosaur that has been named Ugrunaaluk (pronounced oo-GREW-na-luck) kuukpikensis (pronounced KOOK-pik-en-sis) which means "ancient grazer."
Comprehensive online resource launched to improve freshwater management
Phys.org
While numerous EU-funded freshwater management projects have generated websites, tools and databases, many of these have not been maintained after project completion. Moreover, information and results tend to be dispersed across several project websites, which can prove challenging to researchers, managers and policy makers looking for an overview of the current situation.
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