Events

Defining the Intersection of Geology, Geochemistry and Microbiology in Hydrothermal Environments

Dr. Daniel Colman
Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Montana State University

Hydrothermal systems provide excellent model systems to deconvolute the dynamic interplay between geology and geochemistry and the ecology and evolution of microorganisms. Extensive geochemical variation exists in hydrothermal systems that sets the stage for an incredible amount of microbial taxonomic and functional biodiversity. Further, microorganisms inhabiting hydrothermal systems can have profound roles in shaping the geochemistry of their environments through geo-biological feedbacks resulting from biological transformations of inorganic and organic chemical constituents.

The Ecohydrology Research Group is excited to present our seventh annual research symposium in celebration of World Wetlands Day at the University of Waterloo! 

Aquatic Greenhouse Gas Emissions in a Changing World

Dr. Tonya DelSontro 
Department F.-A. Forel for Environmental and Aquatic Science; Faculty of Science 
University of Geneva, Switzerland 

It is now widely known that inland waters (i.e., lakes, reservoirs and rivers) emit significant amounts of greenhouse gases (GHG; i.e., CO2, CH4, N2O) – one aspect of the role inland waters play in climate change and in the global carbon cycle.

In this workshop for Science students, you will learn how to showcase your assets for high-impact results. Through analyzing job postings, you will gain the skills to build effective bullet points that help you stand out to employers – and get that interview!

CSEG DISTINGUISHED LECTURE TOUR: An Unconventional View of Geoscience 

Dr. David Gray
Sr. Geophysical Advisor, Global Exploration, Nexen

Shale oil and gas production and “fracking” are with us to stay. We geoscientists need to understand how we can contribute to the “shale revolution.”

Networking is a key skill that gives students the opportunity to connect with professionals in their fields of interest.

GAC Howard Street Robinson Medal Lecture: The Precambrian Secrets of Yukon 

Derek Thorkelson
Department of Earth Sciences, Simon Fraser University

Most geologists in Canada regard the Canadian Cordillera as a Phanerozoic orogen consisting of fold belts and accreted terranes rich in precious and base metal deposits, and flanked by the modern Cascadia subduction zone. To the surprise of many, the orogen also preserves a rich Precambrian history that spans over a quarter of Earth history.

WATROX and ESGA invite you to an Earth and Environmental Sciences student prof night. Come to the Grad House to meet your profs and have some complimentary snacks.

Katia Jellicoe will be presenting her MSc Defence on the "Structural Controls and Deformation history of the Orogenic Island Gold Deposit, Michipicoten Greenstone Belt, Ontario". 

Dr. Ian Clark

Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Ottawa

Environmental isotopes in aquitard research: Are we finding solutions for nuclear waste isolation?