Check our latest report from one of the IESO 2024 winners and Junior IUGS Reporter, Eva Corot! Eva writes about her experience in the 17th International Earth Science Olympiad (#IESO2024) in Beijing, China 🇨🇳🏅 from August 8-16, 2024! 136 students from 35 countries in diverse #EarthScience challenges: Geosphere, Oceans, Solar system, Astronomy, Paleontology, Biology, Physics, Mathematics and more... https://lnkd.in/e9NPNsN6

Check the message from Prof. Hassina Mouri, President of IUGS As 2024 comes to an end, Prof. Hassina Mouri reflects on a remarkable year for the International Union of Geological Sciences (IUGS). From hosting the historic 79th Executive Meeting in Africa, to the successful 37th International Geological Congress in Busan, South Korea, and the election of a new Executive Committee, 2024 was truly transformative. Looking ahead to 2025, IUGS is committed to advancing geoscience worldwide, fostering collaboration, and achieving impactful progress. Read her full message and celebrate the achievements of this year: Wishing you all a joyful and prosperous 2025! #IUGS #Geoscience #2024 #2025

On November 9, 2024, the dedication ceremony for the Barremian Global Boundary Stratotype Section and Point (GSSP) took place at Río Argos, near Caravaca de la Cruz in Southeast Spain. This GSSP, a "golden spike" that officially defines the base of the Barremian Stage in Earth's timeline, marks the appearance of the ammonite Taveraidiscus hugii 125.77 million years ago! 🌀 The event brought together key figures in geology, including members of the International Subcommission on Cretaceous Stratigraphy (ISCS), the International Union of Geological Sciences (IUGS), and local leaders, alongside geologists and residents passionate about the region’s rich geological heritage. Stay tuned for more on how this landmark connects Earth's history to our present! 📍 Location: Río Argos, Caravaca de la Cruz, Spain 📜 Ratified by IUGS in March 2023 #EarthHistory #Geology #GSSP #Cretaceous #Barremian #GoldenSpike

👉 #IUGS_eBulletin: Check out the latest 2024 issues of IUGS e-Bulletins of October and November (No 210 and 211) by clicking the link below: https://lnkd.in/ePujEg_K

🌍 New IUGS Young Reporters Videos! 🌍 The IUGS Young Reporters team has published all the videos of the winners from the International Earth Science Olympiad (IESO 2024) in the IUGS-YR web page. These videos highlight the work of high school students (Junior Reporters) who shared their knowledge and interest in Earth sciences and science communication. Watch their projects here: 👉 https://lnkd.in/eyGSAbQu Support the next generation of Earth scientists by liking, commenting, and sharing their work. #EarthSciences #ScienceCommunication #IESO2024 #IUGS #YoungReporter #IUGSYoungReporters

🟢 Supporting Europe’s Strategic Vision for Geological Resources IUGS is actively engaged in the development of the @European Geological Surveys’ (EGS) Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda (SRIA), contributing to its final content and direction. The SRIA establishes a comprehensive framework aimed at the sustainable use of Europe’s geological resources. This initiative focuses on setting goals, priorities, and actions that support the energy transition and bolster European competitiveness. Centered on geoscientific data and knowledge of Europe’s subsurface, the SRIA addresses critical challenges such as climate change, energy security, and resource sustainability. Through research, innovation, and collaboration, the SRIA lays the groundwork for a Geological Service for Europe (GSE)—a data-driven, sustainable resource to provide essential insights for policymakers, industries, and citizens. IUGS Vice President Marko Komac participated in a two-day workshop in Brussels on October 16th and 17th to advance this effort.

New Blog Post: Of Pillows and Breccias: A Geotour with the Finalists of the Philippine Earth Science Olympiad The 2024 International Earth Science Olympiad (IESO) took place in Beijing this August, bringing together students from across the globe, including finalists from the Philippine Earth Science Olympiad (PESO). Before heading to China, these students explored the geological sites of Albay province. This article takes you through their journey, highlighting Albay’s unique geological features like pillow lavas and breccias. Check it out! https://wix.to/HT5y5Hr

Giving a keynote on the Krafla Magma Testbed at the Gurten Symposium in Bern Switzerland Krafla Magma Testbed (KMT)

New Blog Post! The Gulf of Oman harbors a critical environmental concern: the world’s largest hypoxic zone. This low-oxygen area, harmful to marine life, results from rising sea temperatures, altered hydrology, and nutrient-rich runoff from agriculture. These conditions fuel algal blooms that decompose and consume oxygen, expanding a “dead zone” where life struggles to survive. 📊 Data shows alarming trends—higher nitrate levels and a significant drop in dissolved oxygen—posing a threat to marine biodiversity, fish stocks, and the livelihoods of coastal communities. This report underscores the urgent need for: 🔹 Climate action to slow warming seas, 🔹 Better management of agricultural runoff, and 🔹 Sustainable fishing practices to protect our oceans. 🌍 Let’s act together to preserve our marine ecosystems before it’s too late! #IUGS #GulfOfOman #ClimateAction #SustainableFishing #OceanConservation https://wix.to/8OC677I

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