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Science Advances: "Reorientation and despinning of 4 Vesta formed the Divalia Fossae"   Authors:  Dr. Hiu Ching Jupiter Cheng 1,2 , Dr. Christian Klimczak 1, Isamu Matsuyama3 1-Department of Geology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602, USA. 2-Department of Geological Sciences, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401, USA. 3-Lunar and Planetary Laboratory, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ 85721, USA.   Abstract:…
AAAS

AAAS
Dr. Klimczak co-authors paper exploring the the rotational history of asteroid Vesta and how it is preserved in its geological record.

GEM adds new X-ray microtomography instrument through $1.2M NSF grant by Olivia Randall      UGA’s Georgia Electron Microscopy (GEM) core facility has acquired an X-ray computed microtomography (micro-CT) scanner, a powerful tool for non-destructive, three-dimensional imaging that greatly expands the unit’s imaging capabilities. Funded by a $1.2 million National Science Foundation (NSF) Major Research Instrumentation (MRI) grant…
micr-CT

micr-CT
Dr. Garing leads effort in acquiring new X-ray Micro-CT housed at the GEM facility

Microbiology Resource Announcements: "Draft genome sequence of Rossellomorea marisflavi DL-A, a malathion-degrading bacterium."   Kiana Pillay is a undergraduate student who received a CURO award for this work. Her paper, published in Microbiology Resource Announcements, describes the whole-genome sequence of Rossellomorea marisflavi DL-A, a bacterium capable of degrading malathion, an insecticide previously detected in the North…
Micro

Micro
Dutta Geomicrobiology Lab has a new publication in Microbiology Resource Announcements.

Understanding the ever-evolving field of environmental geology has become a highly sought-after skill. We are proud to announce the news of UGA's new online Master's in Environmental Geology. This online degree offers a rigorous but flexible path to deepen students' expertise in just two years, without putting their career or personal life on hold. No GRE is required.  Designed for working professionals, the 30-credit  program includes…
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New Online Graduate Program - M.S. in Environmental Geology

Super South Summit: Unlocking the Southeast’s Role in a Net-Zero Future Innovate. Sustain. Restore. Super South unites global visionaries to drive transformative and resilient solutions. Join innovators, entrepreneurs, academics, policymakers and civic leaders for an inspiring convening focused on fostering a circular economy, showcasing sustainable technologies and accelerating climate action.A cross-disciplinary program of plenary sessions,…
Super South

Super South
Dr. Milewski leads panel at Super South Summit 2025

AGU – JGR Solid Earth: "The Transition From Jointing to Faulting Observed at the Koa'e Fault Zone, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii" Dr. Klimczak co-authored this paper with our alumni Dr. Jupiter Cheng and Jay Mrazek on their field work in Hawaii. They studied a fault zone on the island of Hawaii that will likely be the locus of where the flank of the volcanic edifice that makes the island will break off and raft into the Pacific Ocean.…
AGU - JGR

AGU - JGR
Dr. Klimczak co-authors paper with alumni Dr. Jupiter Cheng and Jay Mrazek.

  Polar Biology: "Suspended detrital particles support a distinct microbial ecosystem in Palmer Canyon, Antarctica, a coastal biological hotspot."   Authors: Elizabeth Connors1,2,*, Katherine L. Gallagher3, Avishek Dutta4,5, Matthew Oliver6, and Jef S. Bowman1,2   1 Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego, 8622 Kennel Way, La Jolla, CA, 92037, USA 2 Scripps Polar Center,…
Polar Bio

Polar Bio
Dr. Avishek Dutta is a co-author on a new publication in Polar Biology.

  Nature Communications: "Mineralogical controls on PFAS and anthropogenic anions in subsurface soils and aquifers"   Abstract: Researchers from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the University of Georgia (UGA) Geology Department have published a paper titled “Mineralogical Controls on PFAS and Anthropogenic Anions in Subsurface Soils and Aquifers” in Nature Communications. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are…
Nature

Nature
EPA and UGA researchers study on the fate of “forever chemicals” (PFAS) and publish in Nature Communications

  The Association Internationale pour l’Etude des ArgilesInternational (Association for the Study of Clay) has selected Dr. Paul Schroeder as their 2025 AIPEA Fellow.  Dr. Schroeder A professor of Geology in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, is an expert in Clay Mineralogy and a Registered Professional Geologist. Research by his group focuses on understanding clay minerals and the detailed crystal-chemical characterization of…
AIPEA

AIPEA
Congratulations to Dr. Paul Schroeder for his selection as the 2025 AIPEA Fellow!

  MDPI - Water: "Machine Learning Models for Mapping Groundwater Pollution Risk: Advancing Water Security and Sustainable Development Goals in Georgia, USA."         This publication was authored by Shivank Pandey (an undergraduate researcher in the Dutta Lab as a part of GEOL 4960R).   Authors: Shivank Pandey 1, Srimanti Duttagupta 2,* and Avishek Dutta 2,3,*1 Department of Computer Science, University of…
MDPI

MDPI
Shivank Pandey, Dr. Srimanti Duttagupta, and Dr. Avishek Dutta have a new publication in MDPI - Water

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