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Volcanology Short Course on Volcano-magma systems

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Potsdam, 29 September - 3 October, 2014, University Potsdam and GFZ Potsdam


Volcanology Short Course on Volcano-magma systems with emphasis on explosive processes and deposits

Microscopic study of model systems representing different plate-tectonic settings, fragmentation processes and eruptive environments.

 

Course keywords:
Characteristics of pyroclastic, hydroclastic and epiclastic particles and sediments; fallout deposits; pyroclastic flow deposits (ignimbrites) and evacuation of magma reservoirs; submarine volcaniclastic rocks; diagenesis of tephra deposits

 

The annual short course 2014 on microscopic study of pyroclastic rocks will be held by Prof. Hans-Ulrich Schmincke and Mari Sumita in Potsdam.
The focus of the course is on major types of pyroclastic and hydroclastic rocks, that will be studied microscopically. The course is accompanied by lectures and extended discussions focussing on the formation of pyroclastic rocks and volcano-magma-systems in general. A basic knowledge in mineral optics and petrography is required. Presentations on volcano monitoring and modelling contribute to the broad spectrum of the volcanology short course, with contributions by Thomas R. Walter, Eleonora Rivalta and Torsten Dahm (GFZ Potsdam).

Costs:
PhD students: 75,-- Euro
University or grant employees (post docs): 120,-- Euro
Company and government employees: 240,-- Euro


The course fees for students who are members - or register to become members - of the Geologische Vereinigung (GV) will be waived/reimbursed by the GV. The workshop is also supported by the Deutsche Geophysikalische Gesellschaft DGG.
Accomodation and payment:
Information on housing, travel etc will be sent to registered participants.
Course fees should be paid following acceptance of registration. Details will be provided.


Dates:
The course will start on Monday September 29 at 10.00 and end on Friday October 3 at 13.00.


For organizational details including returning of registration, accommodation etc. please contact
Dr. Thomas Walter (twalter@gfz-potsdam.de) or +49-331-288-1253

 

Registration:

Please download the registration form and send it electronically to T. Walter.

 

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