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Extended seabed geology map of the Bristol Channel published
07/10/2025
BGS has released significantly extended high-resolution maps that will support offshore green-energy initiatives in the area.
Dr Angela Lamb appointed as honorary professor by the University of Nottingham
02/10/2025
Dr Lamb will take up the position of honorary professor of environmental geochemistry, with a focus on collaborative research.
Fieldwork on Volcán de Fuego
13/10/2025
Understanding how one of the world’s most active volcanoes builds up material, and how they collapse to feed hot flows
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Presence of harmful chemicals found in water sources across southern Indian capital, study finds
10/03/2025
Research has revealed the urgent need for improved water quality in Bengaluru and other Indian cities.
Critical Mineral Intelligence Centre hosts second conference
28/02/2025
The Critical Minerals Intelligence Centre conference took place at BGS’s headquarters in Keyworth, Nottinghamshire.
Dr Kathryn Goodenough honoured with prestigious award from The Geological Society
27/02/2025
Dr Kathryn Goodenough has been awarded the Coke Medal, which recognises those who have made a significant contribution to science.
Call for new members and Chair to join the NERC facilities steering committees
18/02/2025
New members are needed to join the committees over the next four years.
BGS announces new director of BGS National Geoscience
12/02/2025
BGS announces its new director of BGS National Geoscience.
Artificial intelligence is proving a game changer in tracking the Santorini earthquake swarm
07/02/2025
Scientists are harnessing the power of machine learning to help residents and tourists by detecting thousands of seismic events.
Pioneering tool expanding to analyse agricultural pollution and support water-quality interventions
06/02/2025
An online tool that shows which roads are most likely to cause river pollution is being expanded to incorporate methods to assess pollution from agricultural areas.
Vacancy: Chair of the BGS Board
04/02/2025
The Chair of the BGS Board's role is crucial in guiding BGS and advancing its work in geoscience, ensuring strong governance and delivering public value.