BGS Diary

GeoDATA 2012: Free Seminar Series | 17 May | Manchester

Thu, 17 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT

GeoDATA 2012 brings together leading professionals from the geographic industry to share practical advice on how to think smarter and do more with geographic information within your organisation. With six information-packed, one-day events to choose from, these seminars will help you discover invaluable strategies on how to maintain your competitive edge through challenging times.

The British Geological Survey is a partner in GeoDATA 2012. We will attend the event in London (April 26) and Manchester (May 17), presenting 'Unlocking access to subsurface data mdash; a key factor in realising cost-effective urban regeneration'. Our stand will feature

geological models
interactive 3D visualisation
geological information

BUFI Science Festival | 22 May 2012

Tue, 22 May 2012 10:30:00 GMT

We are hosting a BUFI Science Festival on 22 May 2012 in the de la Beche conference facility and reception area Keyworth from 10.30 - 2.00pm.

The event enables students studying for a PhD and in receipt of support from BGS to showcase their science to a broad audience.

Shale Gas in the UK: what, where, why, how? | 24 May 2012 | Warrington

Thu, 24 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT

BGS geologist Ed Hough will be giving a presentation 'Shale Gas in the UK: what, where, why, how?' to Geol Soc North West Regional Group, Thursday 24 May 2012 6.30pm, Birchwood Park, Warrington.

More about Geological Society, North West Regional Group Events

Mines & Minewater: A Brownsfield Briefing conference: BGS, Nottingham, on 29 May

Tue, 29 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

A one-day conference exploring the common challenges with mines and minewater, regulatory requirements and innovative case studies. Richard Shaw, Principal Scientist at BGS will be Chair. Please click on the following links for more information:

Drought resilience: UK Groundwater Forum and NERC Water Security | 13 - 14 June

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 09:00:00 GMT

We are hosting the UK Groundwater Forum’s annual conference ‘Drought - how resilient are we?’ and the NERC Water Security Workshop ‘Improving drought prediction, communication and impact assessment’.

After 18 months of below average rainfall the water resource situation in parts of the UK looks precarious with river flows and groundwater levels amongst the lowest on record. Parts of the UK are officially in drought and water companies are applying for drought orders and encouraging consumers to conserve water.

With climate change modelling suggesting that there may be an increase in the frequency and severity of droughts in the future is this a sign of things to come and a reminder of how vulnerable our water resources are? It is timely then that the NERC Water Security Knowledge Exchange Programme (WSKEP), led by the Centre for Ecology and Hydrology, has identified drought resilience as a key priority subject.

The conference will be held on the 13 June with the NERC Water Security workshop following on the 14 June. Both events are free to attend but registration must be made in advance by 11 May 2012.

Extractive Industry Geology (EIG) conference | 5-8 September 2012 | Edge Hill University, Ormskirk

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 09:00:00 GMT

The Extractive Industry Geology (EIG) Conference is a biennial event for sharing knowledge, scientific research and good practice in the field of applied geology within the UK minerals industry. The next EIG conference is 5-8 September 2012 at Edgehill University, Ormskirk, Lancashire. It is aimed at geo-professionals associated with the extraction of industrial rocks and minerals, including those involved in geology, hydrogeology, geotechnical engineering, restoration and after-use, reserves and resources and quarry design and planning. The conference includes 2-days of presentations plus pre- and post-conference field trips. BGS geologists will be presenting on a range of current minerals research including marine resources, critical metals, modelling environmental impact, resource management and geophysical prospecting.

For further information and updates follow Extractive Industry Geology on FaceBook and Twitter (@EIGConference).

If you are interested in presenting a paper please contact Clive Mitchell.

IAH Canada 2012 Congress | 16-21 Sep 2012

Sun, 16 Sep 2012 09:00:00 GMT

BGS is attending this conference with a stand for GeoVisionary and the GSI3D Research Consortium

The Neoproterozoic Era Evolution, Glaciation and Oxygenation | 19-21 September 2012

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 09:00:00 GMT

This meeting aims to bring together the broad community of geoscientists (geologists, geophysicists, geochemists, paleobiologists and modellers) who are actively researching the Neoproterozoic Earth System. The aim of this meeting is to discuss the current state of the art regarding our understanding of the Neoproterozoic, make progress towards the stratigraphic subdivision of Precambrian time and to provide a mechanism for planning future research strategies.

BGS staff involved/attending.

Earth Science Teachers' Association Annual Course and Conference | 28-30 Sept 2012

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 09:00:00 GMT

The next conference will be held at BGS Keyworth on 28-30 Sept 2012.

Theme: Digital tools for geology teaching.

ESTA Annual Course and Conference is a fantastic opportunity for high quality CPD that will make teaching and learning Earth Sciences enjoyable for you, and both fun and inspiring for your students.

Festival of Geology | 10 Nov 2012 | London

Sat, 10 Nov 2012 10:00:00 GMT

The Festival of Geology will be taking place in the south cloisters of the University College London, Gower Street, London WC1E 6BT. Many local geological societies showcase what they have been up to in the past year and there are many fossil and mineral stalls to purchase from.

It is run by the Geologists Association and is free entry.

The BGS Sales Desk will also have as stand there selling maps and memoirs and other geological books.