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The Florence Bascom Geoscience Center (FBGC) is at the leading edge of scientific research addressing critical societal issues and providing unbiased data and information to decision makers and the public. Our research center is built around five broad science themes: Paleoclimate & Paleoecology, Landscape Science, Geologic Mapping, Hazards, and Special Geologic Studies. 

Images

GeoScan V imaging a split speleothem (stalagmite) section
GeoScan V imaging a split speleothem (stalagmite) section
GeoScan V imaging a split speleothem (stalagmite) section
GeoScan V imaging a split speleothem (stalagmite) section

Imaging a split speleothem (stalagmite) section using the GeoScan V line-scan imaging system mounted on the GeoTek MSCL-S in the BASCORE Lab

Imaging a split speleothem (stalagmite) section using the GeoScan V line-scan imaging system mounted on the GeoTek MSCL-S in the BASCORE Lab

GeoTek MSCL-XZ system
GeoTek MSCL-XZ system
GeoTek MSCL-XZ system
GeoTek MSCL-XZ system

The GeoTek MSCL-XZ multi-sensor core logger (MSCL) housed in the BASCORE Lab is equipped with instrumentation for magnetic susceptibility, X-ray fluorescence (XRF), and color spectrophotometry.

The GeoTek MSCL-XZ multi-sensor core logger (MSCL) housed in the BASCORE Lab is equipped with instrumentation for magnetic susceptibility, X-ray fluorescence (XRF), and color spectrophotometry.

Scanning whole cores in aluminum liners on the GeoTek MSCL-S
Scanning whole cores in aluminum liners on the GeoTek MSCL-S
Scanning whole cores in aluminum liners on the GeoTek MSCL-S
Scanning whole cores in aluminum liners on the GeoTek MSCL-S

Scanning whole cores in aluminum liners on the GeoTek MSCL-S                                                          

Scanning whole cores in aluminum liners on the GeoTek MSCL-S                                                          

The GeoTek MSCL-XZ multi-sensor core logger (MSCL) housed in the BASCORE Lab (wide angle view).
The GeoTek MSCL-XZ multi-sensor core logger (MSCL) housed in the BASCORE Lab.
The GeoTek MSCL-XZ multi-sensor core logger (MSCL) housed in the BASCORE Lab.
The GeoTek MSCL-XZ multi-sensor core logger (MSCL) housed in the BASCORE Lab.

The GeoTek MSCL-XZ multi-sensor core logger (MSCL) housed in the BASCORE Lab is equipped with instrumentation for magnetic susceptibility, X-ray fluorescence (XRF), and color spectrophotometry.

The GeoTek MSCL-XZ multi-sensor core logger (MSCL) housed in the BASCORE Lab is equipped with instrumentation for magnetic susceptibility, X-ray fluorescence (XRF), and color spectrophotometry.

This is Will Odom
Will Odom, PhD 9.9.25
Will Odom, PhD 9.9.25
Will Odom, PhD 9.9.25

Will Odom is a Research Geologist at the Florence Bascom Geoscience Center. My work uses cosmogenic nuclide geochronology and AI-based mapping techniques to address geologic, tectonic, and geomorphologic questions.

Will Odom is a Research Geologist at the Florence Bascom Geoscience Center. My work uses cosmogenic nuclide geochronology and AI-based mapping techniques to address geologic, tectonic, and geomorphologic questions.

A freeze core sample extracted from wetland where fire had recently burned peat
A freeze core sample extracted from wetland where fire had recently burned peat
A freeze core sample extracted from wetland where fire had recently burned peat
A freeze core sample extracted from wetland where fire had recently burned peat

A freeze core sample extracted from wetland where fire had recently burned peat                                             

A freeze core sample extracted from wetland where fire had recently burned peat                                             

Videos

Image of a group of technicians next to a river. Text: The USGS Northeast Region: Delivering Science for Better Decisions. The USGS Northeast Region: Delivering Science for Better Decisions
The USGS Northeast Region: Delivering Science for Better Decisions
Biography of Florence Bascom
Biography of Florence Bascom
Biography of Florence Bascom

This video is a brief but informative introduction to the life and work of Florence Bascom, the first woman hired by USGS! It describes the significance of her accomplishments at USGS and the legacy of her work beyond geology.

This video is a brief but informative introduction to the life and work of Florence Bascom, the first woman hired by USGS! It describes the significance of her accomplishments at USGS and the legacy of her work beyond geology.

USGS Florence Bascom Geoscience Center - Who we are
USGS Florence Bascom Geoscience Center - Who we are
USGS Florence Bascom Geoscience Center - Who we are

The USGS Florence Bascom Geoscience Center (FBGC) is at the leading edge of scientific research addressing critical societal issues and providing unbiased data and information to decision makers and the public.

The USGS Florence Bascom Geoscience Center (FBGC) is at the leading edge of scientific research addressing critical societal issues and providing unbiased data and information to decision makers and the public.

Paleoecology and Ecosystem Restoration Science at the FBGC
Paleoecology and Ecosystem Restoration Science at the FBGC
Paleoecology and Ecosystem Restoration Science at the FBGC

This video highlights paleoecology and ecosystems restoration science being conducted by the USGS Florence Bascom Geoscience Center (FBGC).

This video highlights paleoecology and ecosystems restoration science being conducted by the USGS Florence Bascom Geoscience Center (FBGC).

USGS Florence Bascom Geoscience Center - Who we are (AD)
USGS Florence Bascom Geoscience Center - Who we are (AD)
USGS Florence Bascom Geoscience Center - Who we are (AD)

The USGS Florence Bascom Geoscience Center (FBGC) is at the leading edge of scientific research addressing critical societal issues and providing unbiased data and information to decision makers and the public.

The USGS Florence Bascom Geoscience Center (FBGC) is at the leading edge of scientific research addressing critical societal issues and providing unbiased data and information to decision makers and the public.

Paleoecology and Ecosystem Restoration Science at the FBGC (AD)
Paleoecology and Ecosystem Restoration Science at the FBGC (AD)
Paleoecology and Ecosystem Restoration Science at the FBGC (AD)

This video highlights paleoecology and ecosystems restoration science being conducted by the USGS Florence Bascom Geoscience Center (FBGC).

This video highlights paleoecology and ecosystems restoration science being conducted by the USGS Florence Bascom Geoscience Center (FBGC).

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