International Science In The National Interest At The U S Geological Survey

Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Earth Sciences and Resources,Committee on Opportunities and Challenges for International Science at the U.S. Geological Survey
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2012-07-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309224529

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International Science in the National Interest at the U.S. Geological Survey by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Earth Sciences and Resources,Committee on Opportunities and Challenges for International Science at the U.S. Geological Survey Pdf

Science at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is intrinsically global, and from early in its history, the USGS has successfully carried out international projects that serve U.S. national interests and benefit the USGS domestic mission. Opportunities abound for the USGS to strategically pursue international science in the next 5-10 years that bears on growing worldwide problems having direct impact on the United States-climate and ecosystem changes, natural disasters, the spread of invasive species, and diminishing natural resources, to name a few. Taking a more coherent, proactive agency approach to international science-and building support for international projects currently in progress-would help the USGS participate in international science activities more effectively.

Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Earth Sciences and Resources,Committee on Opportunities and Challenges for International Science at the U.S. Geological Survey
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2012-08-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309224499

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International Science in the National Interest at the U.S. Geological Survey by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Earth Sciences and Resources,Committee on Opportunities and Challenges for International Science at the U.S. Geological Survey Pdf

Science at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is intrinsically global, and from early in its history, the USGS has successfully carried out international projects that serve U.S. national interests and benefit the USGS domestic mission. Opportunities abound for the USGS to strategically pursue international science in the next 5-10 years that bears on growing worldwide problems having direct impact on the United States-climate and ecosystem changes, natural disasters, the spread of invasive species, and diminishing natural resources, to name a few. Taking a more coherent, proactive agency approach to international science-and building support for international projects currently in progress-would help the USGS participate in international science activities more effectively.

Author : Mary C. Rabbitt,Geological Survey (U.S.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Geological surveys
ISBN : WISC:89060862653

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The United States Geological Survey, 1879-1989 by Mary C. Rabbitt,Geological Survey (U.S.) Pdf

A history of the relation of geology during the first 110 years of the US Geological Survey to the development of public-land, federal-science, and mapping policies and the development of mineral resources in the United States.

Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Earth Sciences and Resources,Committee on Research Priorities in Geography at the U.S. Geological Survey
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2002-10-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309182775

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Research Opportunities in Geography at the U.S. Geological Survey by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Earth Sciences and Resources,Committee on Research Priorities in Geography at the U.S. Geological Survey Pdf

Research Opportunities in Geography at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) provides perspective and guidance to the geography discipline about its future research and strategic directions. The book makes specific recommendations about scientific research priorities and partnerships within and outside the agency, and outlines a long-term core research agenda for the USGS.

Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Earth Sciences and Resources,Committee on Earth Resources,Committee to Review the U.S. Geological Survey's Mineral Resources Program
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2004-05-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 030908993X

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Future Challenges for the U.S. Geological Survey's Mineral Resources Program by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Earth Sciences and Resources,Committee on Earth Resources,Committee to Review the U.S. Geological Survey's Mineral Resources Program Pdf

The committee assesses the USGS's responses to a 1996 program review, evaluates the minerals information team, and examines how the program's mission and vision might evolve to meet the nation's future needs over the next decade.

Author : Committee on U.S. Geological Survey Water Resources Research,Commission on Geosciences, Environment and Resources,Division on Earth and Life Studies,National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 91 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1999-01-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309524896

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Hydrologic Hazards Science at the U.S. Geological Survey by Committee on U.S. Geological Survey Water Resources Research,Commission on Geosciences, Environment and Resources,Division on Earth and Life Studies,National Research Council Pdf

Losses of life and property in the United States-and throughout the world-resulting from hydrologic hazards, including floods, droughts, and related phenomena, are significant and increasing. Public awareness of, and federal attention to, natural disaster reduction, with a focus on mitigation or preparedness so as to minimize the impacts of such events, have probably never been greater than at present. With over three-quarters of federal disaster declarations resulting from water-related events, national interest in having the best-possible hydrologic data, information, and knowledge as the basis for assessment and reduction of risks from hydrologic hazards is clear. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) plays a variety of unique and critical roles relevant to hydrologic hazard understanding, preparedness, and response. The agency's data collection, research, techniques development, and interpretive studies provide the essential bases for national, state, and local hydrologic hazard risk assessment and reduction efforts. This work includes some of the more traditional activities of the Water Resources Division (e.g., streamflow measurement) and some of the more innovative interdisciplinary activities (e.g., hydrologic research, educational outreach, real-time data transmission, and risk communication) being pursued in cooperation with other divisions of the USGS, other federal and state agencies, and other local entities. This report aims to help shape a strategy and improve the overall framework of USGS efforts in these important areas.

Author : Geological Survey (U.S.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 88 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Geology
ISBN : SRLF:D0010322063

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New Publications of the Geological Survey by Geological Survey (U.S.) Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 6 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UCR:31210010701017

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The U.S. Geological Survey Recent Highlights by Anonim Pdf

Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Earth Sciences and Resources,Committee on Earth Resources,Committee on the Preservation of Geoscience Data and Collections
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 125 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2002-10-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309083416

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Geoscience Data and Collections by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Earth Sciences and Resources,Committee on Earth Resources,Committee on the Preservation of Geoscience Data and Collections Pdf

Geoscience data and collections (such as, rock and sediment cores, geophysical data, engineering records, and fossils) are necessary for industries to discover and develop domestic natural resources to fulfill the nation's energy and mineral requirements and to improve the prediction of immediate and long term hazards, such as land slides, volcanic eruptions and global climate change. While the nation has assembled a wealth of geoscience data and collections, their utility remains incompletely tapped. Many could act as invaluable resources in the future but immediate action is needed if they are to remain available. Housing of and access to geoscience data and collections have become critical issues for industry, federal and state agencies, museums, and universities. Many resources are in imminent danger of being lost through mismanagement, neglect, or disposal. A striking 46 percent of the state geological surveys polled by the committee reported that there is no space available or they have refused to accept new material. In order to address these challenges, Geoscience Data and Collections offers a comprehensive strategy for managing geoscience data and collections in the United States.

Author : P.R. Hill,D. Lebel,M. Hitzman,M. Smelror,H. Thorleifson
Publisher : Geological Society of London
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2020-12-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781786204769

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The Changing Role of Geological Surveys by P.R. Hill,D. Lebel,M. Hitzman,M. Smelror,H. Thorleifson Pdf

Senior managers and Heads of Geological Survey Organizations (GSOs) from around the world have contributed a collection of papers to provide a benchmark on how GSOs are responding to national and international needs in a rapidly changing world. GSOs continue to provide key scientific information about Earth systems, natural hazards and climate change. As countries adopt sustainable development principles and the public increasingly turns to social media to find information about resource and environmental issues, the generation and communication of Earth science knowledge become increasingly important. This volume provides a snapshot of how GSOs are adapting their activities to this changing world. The different national perspectives presented converge around several common themes related to resources, environment and big data. Climate change and the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals provide an increased incentive for GSOs of the world to work in harmony, to generate knowledge of Earth systems and to provide solutions for sustainable management of the planet.

Author : Geological Survey (É.-U.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Geology
ISBN : UIUC:30112104122764

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Goals of the U.S. Geological Survey by Geological Survey (É.-U.) Pdf

Author : Brookings Institution Institute for
Publisher : Legare Street Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2023-07-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1020361212

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U.S. Geological Survey by Brookings Institution Institute for Pdf

A fascinating account of the history, mandate and achievements of the US Geological Survey, the premier government agency responsible for studying the nation's geology, minerals, water resources and natural hazards. Written by renowned scholars and experts in the field. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Earth Sciences and Resources,Committee on Earth Resources,Committee on Critical Mineral Impacts of the U.S. Economy
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 263 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2008-03-11
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780309112826

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Minerals, Critical Minerals, and the U.S. Economy by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Earth Sciences and Resources,Committee on Earth Resources,Committee on Critical Mineral Impacts of the U.S. Economy Pdf

Minerals are part of virtually every product we use. Common examples include copper used in electrical wiring and titanium used to make airplane frames and paint pigments. The Information Age has ushered in a number of new mineral uses in a number of products including cell phones (e.g., tantalum) and liquid crystal displays (e.g., indium). For some minerals, such as the platinum group metals used to make cataytic converters in cars, there is no substitute. If the supply of any given mineral were to become restricted, consumers and sectors of the U.S. economy could be significantly affected. Risks to minerals supplies can include a sudden increase in demand or the possibility that natural ores can be exhausted or become too difficult to extract. Minerals are more vulnerable to supply restrictions if they come from a limited number of mines, mining companies, or nations. Baseline information on minerals is currently collected at the federal level, but no established methodology has existed to identify potentially critical minerals. This book develops such a methodology and suggests an enhanced federal initiative to collect and analyze the additional data needed to support this type of tool.

Author : Gregory R. Wessel,Jeffrey K. Greenberg
Publisher : Geological Society of America
Page : 494 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2016-05-18
Category : Biotic communities
ISBN : 9780813725208

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Geoscience for the Public Good and Global Development by Gregory R. Wessel,Jeffrey K. Greenberg Pdf

"Offers overview of applications of geosciences to sustainable development and geophilanthropic efforts worldwide, and offers advice to guide creation of development projects. Primacy of geologic input to all development activities is highlighted along with problems that are encountered and environmental issues that must be addressed" --

Author : Geological Survey (U.S.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 1974
Category : Geology
ISBN : IND:30000077171928

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The National Center of the U.S. Geological Survey by Geological Survey (U.S.) Pdf