School of GeoSciences @ University of Edinburgh

🌍 School of GeoSciences @edinburghuni
🎓 Degrees in Earth sciences, ecological and environmental sciences, and geography.

[Time for Geography @timeforgeog]

Explore Modern vs Modest infrastructure: meeting the needs of growing urban populations in this @timeforgeog video developed in collaboration with @geosciencesed | @thecuriousgeog @drmarylawhon https://t.co/7F0vASVm33

[School of GeoSciences @ University of Edinburgh @GeosciencesEd]

Happy Holidays from the School of GeoSciences! ✨

We hope that Semester 1 went well for all of you! The University will be closed from today (December 23rd) until January 3rd. We look forward to welcoming you back on campus for Semester 2 ❄️

[School of GeoSciences @ University of Edinburgh @GeosciencesEd]

Our latest blog post and video series features the MA Geography field trip to Fala Moor.

Students explored landscapes, soundscapes and storytelling, guided by acclaimed singer-songwriter Karine Polwart and composer and sound designer, Pippa Murphy.

🔗 https://t.co/T8PFTRt9u0

[Steve Brusatte @SteveBrusatte]

🚨PhD Opportunity: Come to Edinburgh and study ichthyosaurs with us @GeosciencesEd!
Study Scottish fossils from Skye! New ones & historic specimens!
Project led by Stig Walsh, co-supervised by @davfof @tanytrachelos Erin Maxwell & me.
Details👇

[School of GeoSciences @ University of Edinburgh @GeosciencesEd]

Congratulations to our GeoSciences #classof2024 who are graduating from @edinburghuni later today!

We hope you enjoy 🥳

Don't forget to keep in touch with us as you start changing the world! 🌍

#EdinburghGrad #graduation #universityofedinburgh #edinburgh #geosciences

[School of GeoSciences @ University of Edinburgh @GeosciencesEd]

"How much will Antarctic glaciers and ice caps contribute to sea-level rise in the future?"

This question will be explored in Dr Beatriz Recinos' new research project supported by the NERC Independent Research Fellowship.

Read the full article here ➡ https://t.co/CmkdOenxUB

[School of GeoSciences @ University of Edinburgh @GeosciencesEd]

Shergottites are Martian meteorites which appear much younger than Mars' surface. Now, Dr Lara Kalnins and a team of researchers appear to have resolved this paradox, which could lead to further insights into the geological history of Mars.

Read more ➡: https://t.co/kQbu470zAK

[School of GeoSciences @ University of Edinburgh @GeosciencesEd]

🫧🌊 #Marine deoxygenation is increasingly threatening #ecosystems and fisheries. New research by Dr. Laetitia Pichevin at @GeosciencesEd uncovers the main driver of oxygen changes in the Pacific Ocean, challenging conventional understanding.

Read more ➡️ https://t.co/1jgsqu8Cnc

[Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe_online]

Study from anywhere in the world with an online masters! 🌎

Find out more about online postgraduate study at our Introduction to Online Masters Session on 13 November at 11am (GMT).

[Steve Brusatte @SteveBrusatte]

In the Jurassic, some crocodile relatives became full-time ocean dwellers, like whales.
But unlike whales, they had big skull sinuses, which kept them from becoming ace divers.
🚨New paper led by @drmarkyoung & our @GeosciencesEd team.
https://t.co/r4f236RRIz

[ADR Scotland @SCADR_data]

This week is #CEW #care #experienced week; we're raising awareness of 'living with #kinship carers in Scotland'. Sharing our #datadriven report and child friendly infographic explaining what its like living in kinship care & encouraging greater support. https://t.co/hXQKBTJQTG

[School of GeoSciences @ University of Edinburgh @GeosciencesEd]

We are pleased to share that some of our GeoSciences programmes are eligible for the Mastercard Foundation Scholarships for the 2025/26 academic year.

📅 Apply by 5pm, 8th November (UK time)

For more information and how to apply, visit the website:

https://t.co/IBjK8Urwg8

[School of GeoSciences @ University of Edinburgh @GeosciencesEd]

📣 Calling all University students and staff!

Join us for an upcoming United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) workshop.

📅 Friday November 15, 10:00-12:30
📍 ECCI, Training & Skills Room & online
✍️ Register by: October 22

Sign up: https://t.co/qJDOX2e4bl

[School of GeoSciences @ University of Edinburgh @GeosciencesEd]

Dr Claudia Colesie has shared her top travel tips from her challenging expedition to Antarctica's remote Zavodovski Island, in the latest issue of
@GeographicalMag!

Read online: https://t.co/DFvJpWozQK

Watch the expedition video📽: https://t.co/j5Y3qGzX2Z

#Antarctica #ecology

[Edinburgh University Science Media @eusci]

Tune into our new podcast episode "Jurassic Times call for Jurassic Measures" to learn about dinosaurs in Scotland from Professor Steve Brusatta and how he became the main palaeontology consultant for the Jurassic World movies!🌟

Link in bio!🔗

@SteveBrusatte @GeosciencesEd

[School of GeoSciences @ University of Edinburgh @GeosciencesEd]

📣New job opportunity!

Interested in helping The University and The Carbon Removers to repurpose a small depleted nearshore oil production field into a permanent CO2 storage facility?

Find out more and apply by 15 Oct: https://t.co/eakPKYEv6h

#research #geosciences #Edinburgh

[School of GeoSciences @ University of Edinburgh @GeosciencesEd]

Don't miss our annual Postgraduate Virtual Open Days between 12 to 14 November!

You will have the opportunity to learn more about your postgraduate programme of interest during live webinar sessions with our Programme Directors 💻

Book your place: https://t.co/MOhGv0b3cT

[School of GeoSciences @ University of Edinburgh @GeosciencesEd]

Join us tomorrow for a fascinating lecture hosted by Professor @SteveBrusatte: "Most Dinosaurs Die, Mammals and Birds Survive".

📍 Alder Lecture Theatre, Nucleus Building, King's Buildings
📅 3rd October
🕔 18:00 - 20:00
🔗 Register here: https://t.co/j20jqBPN10

[School of GeoSciences @ University of Edinburgh @GeosciencesEd]

Join us tomorrow for the Climate and Sustainability Welcome Fair! This is a great opportunity to join the University’s vibrant community of climate and sustainability leaders.

Register here: https://t.co/QNUfw9AVjR

#climate #sustainability #edinburghclimate #geosciences #fair