1st International Electronic Conference on Geosciences
A. Environmental Geochemistry: Geogenic versus Anthropogenic Source
Section Chair:
Prof. Dr. Maurizio Barbieri, Department of Earth Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, P.le Aldo Moro, 5 - 00185 Roma, Italy
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The environmental pollution of soils by metals is a serious problem for biota, and it directly affects human health because metals have excellent ecological transference potential. During the last three decades, the scientific community, politicians and decision-makers have focussed on the behaviours of trace elements in soil, its accumulation and toxicity, the bioavailability and risk of metals, and soil remediation technologies. Trace metals (or metalloids), such as As, Pb, Cr, Cd, and Ni, cause more environmental contamination than organic chemicals. Therefore, it becomes increasingly important to distinguish between the geogenic and anthropogenic sources of these trace metals, and to understand that the background values change depending on the area and the scale of the area investigated. Papers for this Section on Environmental Geochemistry include, without being limited to, the following themes:
- Trace elements;
- Advances in analytical techniques;
- Environmental pollution and health;
- Geochemical baseline data for urban and rural areas.
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B. Paleontology
Section Chair:
Prof. Dr. Maria Helena Henriques
Departamento de Ciências da Terra, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia (Polo II), Universidade de Coimbra, Rua Sílvio Lima, 3039-790 Coimbra, Portugal
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Modern paleontology is more than the systematic study of fossils and the analysis of their temporal existence on Earth. The traditional studies of taphonomy and taxonomy, as well as its application in the elaboration of biostratigraphic scales and in the reconstruction of ancient environments are fundamental in the development of this science. Examples show that paleontology is applied commercially in mining and petroleum activities, but the fossil record can provide important clues to support current discussions on biodiversity loss and climate change. In fact, fossils reflect ancient forms of life and the paleontological heritage is a mirror of past biodiversity on Earth. Papers for this Section on paleontology include, without being limited to, the following themes:
- Taphonomy and paleoenvironmental reconstruction
- Taxonomy and evolution
- Biostratigraphy and paleobiogeography
- Applications of Paleontology: Techniques and Case Studies
- Paleontological Heritage
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C. Planetary Geology and Earth Analogs
Section Chair:
Dr. Matteo Massironi, Universita degli Studi di Padova, Center of Studies and Activities for Space G. Colombo, Padua, Italy
Dr. Francesco Sauro, Italian Institute of Speleology, Dept. of Earth and Geological-Environmental Sciences, Bologna, Italy
Prof. Dr. Jesus Martinez-Frias, Instituto de Geociencias, IGEO (CSIC-UCM), C/ Del Doctor Severo Ochoa 7, Facultad de Medicina (Edificio Entrepabellones 7 y 8), 28040 Madrid, Spain
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The constant improvement of space technologies and payloads, together with the ambitious planetary exploration goals in the foreseeable future—such as human missions to Mars, a permanent station on the Moon surface and detailed investigations of the outer Solar System—have made planetary geology and Earth analogue studies a primary role in space science. Indeed, planetary geologists can now have easy access to spectacular high resolution remotely sensed data on an increasing number of planetary and minor bodies and to remarkable in situ observations and measurements on Mars and the Moon. This continuously provides an impressive amount of data that must be compared to laboratory analyses of analogue samples in order to be fully understood. In addition, studies of Earth analogues are increasingly needed on different kinds of geological environments to evaluate and physically mimic future robotic and human missions to planetary bodies. All these activities cover the full spectrum of Geosciences in which covers countless research themes. This session aims to bring together expertize from any planetary mission science activities involving geological research, laboratory analyses on planetary analogues, studies on Earth analogues characterization and fidelity assessment.
D. Meteorites
Section Chair:
Dr. Hasnaa Chennaoui, Director of GAIA Lab and Coordinator of a Centre of Research, Hassan II University of Casablanca
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E. Non-Destructive Characterization of Geologic Materials
Section Chair:
Dr. Carlos Alves
Lab2PT, Landscape, Heritage and Territory Laboratory (research unit of the Portuguese Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia) and CIG-R, Centre of Geological Research, Management and Valorisation of Resources (School of Sciences), Campus de Gualtar, University of Minho, 4710-057 Braga, Portugal
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This section aims to attract contributions concerning the use of state-of-the-art techniques for the chemical and physical characterization of geologic materials. These techniques could be relevant for (among others) heritage and legal studies regarding paleontological remains, archaeological artefacts, paintings, building stones, evidence from crime scenes, gemstones forgeries (including artificial treatments) and minerals from conflict zones. Without excluding other possibilities, some possible themes are suggested:
- qualitative (identifications of substances) and quantitative (assessments of amounts) analyses;
- bulk and inclusions (solids and fluids) analyses;
- portable techniques (that can be used on-site avoiding problems related to objects dislocations);
- image analysis for volumetric, morphological and textural studies;
- 3D techniques for bulk bodies (such as X-ray tomography);
- isotopic analyses;
- radioactivity assessment;
- dating.
Research contributions are welcome both in fundamental perspectives of the techniques (in relation to subjects such as, for example, detection limits and reproducibility) or in applied ones, concerning geological problems or societal issues.
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F. Education and Capacity Building in Geosciences
Section Chair:
Gloria Jódar Valderrama
Education and divulgation, Geoiberia and Cosmolarium. Castillo de Hornos, C/ Castillo s/n, 23292, Hornos de Segura, Jaén, España
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Education and capacity building in the field of geosciences is essential to understand terrestrial dynamics and its great relevance in human history. In a planet with limited resources, it is necessary to publicize areas of geosciences and promote their incorporation into different economic and social sectors, given their importance in the sustainability of ecosystems and in the adoption of methods that allow us to adapt to global change.
This section is open to publications related to “Education and Capacity Building” in Geosciences.
- Investigation
- Formal education
- Divulgation
G. Medical Geology
Section Chair:
Joint Pathology Center, Division of Biophysical Toxicology, Silver Spring, United States
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H. Earth Sciences through Earth Observation
Section Chair:
Dr. Deodato Tapete, Italian Space Agency (ASI), Via del Politecnico snc, 00133 Rome, Italy
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This session aims to attract contributions showcasing the state-of-the-art of Earth Observation techniques to investigate dynamic natural processes and anthropogenic activities shaping Planet Earth.
I therefore invite papers presenting studies of the following:
- Geological processes
- Lithological mapping
- Natural hazards
- Coastal processes
- Anthropogenic use of land and Earth resources
- Urban environments
- Infrastructure asset monitoring
- Cultural and natural heritage
using remote sensing data including, but not limited to, the following:
- Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR)
- Interferometric SAR (InSAR)
- Optical remote sensing
- Hyperspectral sensors
- Thermal imagery
Papers presenting research undertaken with data from current and novel space missions (e.g., Copernicus Sentinels, Gaofen-3) are particularly welcome.
