Geosciences (Geology & Geophysics)

A science that deals with the history of the earth and its life, especially as recorded in rocks.

Resources in this category:

American Geophysical Union
http://www.agu.org/

An international scientific society of "researchers, teachers, and science administrators have dedicated themselves to advancing the understanding of Earth and its environment in space... AGU's activities are focused on the organization and dissemination of scientific information in the interdisciplinary and international field of geophysics. The geophysical sciences involve four fundamental areas: atmospheric and ocean sciences; solid-Earth sciences; hydrologic sciences; and space sciences." The site contains various information on conferences and membership, but the most useful feature for the general public is located in the section Science for Everyone which contains full-text articles, reports, and images on categories such as Atmospheric Sciences, Climate and Global Change, Hydrologic Sciences, Ocean Sciences, Planetary Sciences, Solid Earth Sciences, and Space Sciences. The site is searchable.

American Institute of Professional Geologists
http://www.aipg.org/

The AIPG:

• Certifies geologists based on their competence, integrity and ethics.
• Presents testimony and position papers to federal and state legislators and agencies on matters affecting geologists and geologists¹ employment opportunities.
• Intervenes with regulatory boards and agencies on behalf of individual geologists, at the geologist¹s request.
• Publishes a monthly magazine, The Professional Geologist, and a variety of publications for both the profession and the general public.
• Provides access to liability insurance for errors and omissions, designed specifically for geologists, and a full line of health, life and accident insurance.
• Through agreements with professional societies in other countries, provides access for its Members to professional registration, certification, or chartered status in those countries.

Among the many resources, the web site includes information about membership requirements, publications, links to other professional organizations for geologists, and information on how to become certified.

The Earthquake Engineering Research Institute
http://www.eeri.org/

"The Earthquake Engineering Research Institute is a national, nonprofit, technical society of engineers, geoscientists, architects, planners, public officials, and social scientists. EERI members include researchers, practicing professionals, educators, government officials, and building code regulators." This site provides links to information regarding events, services, current events, regional and student chapters, meetings, publications, audiovisual resources, and research efforts.

The Geological Association of Canada
http://www.esd.mun.ca/~gac/

"The GEOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION OF CANADA is a national society for the geosciences, whose members include earth scientists from across Canada and around the world. GAC has 5 Regional Sections, 12 Specialist Divisions, and 5 Associated Societies." Web site includes membership applications, publication descriptions and order forms, award descriptions, annual meeting notices, links to sections and divisions home pages, and links to related university, government, and miscellaneous sites.

Geological Society (London, UK)
http://www.geolsoc.org.uk/template.cfm?name=geohome

"The Geological Society is the UK's national geological learned society and the professional body for UK geoscientists. We have a growing membership of over 8000, of whom 1600 are Chartered Geologists. Our Burlington House apartments in central London are the venue for scientific and professional meetings and house one of the largest geological library collections in the UK. We have our own publishing house in Bath." The site has an extensive array of information on meetings, descriptions of the collections at the Geological Society Library, content designed for educators, membership information, and links to other Internet resources.

Geological Society of America
http://www.geosociety.org/

"Established in 1888, The Geological Society of America provides access to elements that are essential to the professional growth of earth scientists at all levels of expertise and from all sectors: academic, government, business, and industry. Site inlcudes information on Membership, Meetings, Environmental and Public Policy, and Educational and Professional Resources. Also contains the GSA Bookstore, with searching and ordering capabilities.

Geologists and Geophysicists of Alberta
http://www.apegga.com/

"For more than 75 years there has been an organization ensuring that high standards of practice in engineering, geological and geophysical services exist in Alberta. This organization is The Association of Professional Engineers, Geologists and Geophysicists of Alberta (APEGGA), a self-governing volunteer body of professionals. In addition to serving the public interest, the engineering and geoscience professions have, to a large extent, been responsible for the economic growth of our province and the enhanced quality of life enjoyed by Albertans. Under the Engineering, Geological and Geophysical Professions (EGGP) Act, an Alberta government statute, APEGGA ensures only properly qualified engineers, geologists and geophysicists are allowed to practice, and that they do so according to professional standards and a Code of Ethics. By licensing companies providing these services in Alberta, APEGGA also ensures similar high standards of corporate practice. The Association has the power and an obligation to withdraw the right to practice from members found guilty of unskilled practice or unethical conduct." The web site provides information about events, professional practice, contact, membership, etc.

International Association of Geomorphologists
http://www.geomorph.org/

The I.A.G.'s "principal objectives are development and promotion of geomorphology as a science through international co-operation and dissemination of knowledge of geomorphology. The IAG was founded at the Second International Conference on Geomorphology in Frankfurt/Main (Germany) in 1989 in order to strengthen international geomorphology. IAG fulfils its aims through the establishment of working groups and task forces, organisation of conferences, publication activity and information exchange. Membership of the IAG is normally by countries. At present, 58 countries are affiliated to the IAG through their National Scientific Members." "Affiliated to the International Council of Scientific Unions through the International Geographical Union and the International Union of Geological Sciences."

Nordic Volcanological Institute
http://www2.norvol.hi.is/

The Nordic Volcanological Institute was established in 1974 as a non-profit organization to further research and training in volcanology and related fields.

Paleoanthropology Society
http://www.paleoanthro.org/

The Paleoanthropology Society was founded in 1992. It recognizes that paleoanthropology is multidisciplinary in nature and the organization's central goal is to bring together physical anthropologists, archaeologists, paleontologists, geologists and a range of other researchers whose work has the potential to shed light on hominid behavioral and biological evolution." This site has news about the society, fieldwork opportunities, a member directory, and information on the annual meeting.

Society for Sedimentary Geology
http://www.sepm.org/

"SEPM is an international not-for-profit Society...dedicated to the dissemination of scientific information on sedimentology, stratigraphy, paleontology, environmental sciences, marine geology, hydrogeology, and many additional related specialties." The site has a large amount of information on SEPM membership, conferences and publications. The site also includes a section on K-12 education with reviews and suggestions on various online resources.

Society of Exploration Geophysicists
http://www.seg.org/

"The Society of Exploration Geophysicists promotes the science and education of exploration geophysicists. The Society fosters the expert and ethical practice of geophysics in the exploration and development of natural resources, in characterizing the near-surface, and in mitigating earth hazards. SEG has more than 15,000 members working in 110 countries. Geophysicists search for oil, gas and minerals using a wide variety of methods."