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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.
Nicholas E Powell stands in a lab in Florence Bascom Geoscience Center, showing a thumbs up, in front of lab equipment and multiple monitors
Nicholas E Powell stands in a lab in Florence Bascom Geoscience Center, showing a thumbs up, in front of lab equipment and multiple monitors
Nicholas E Powell gives a thumbs up while proudly showing off lab equipment
Nicholas E Powell gives a thumbs up while proudly showing off lab equipment
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
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.
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
This video is an introduction of the USGS Northeast Region's science efforts to support society's evolving needs through its engaged and skilled workforce.
This video is an introduction of the USGS Northeast Region's science efforts to support society's evolving needs through its engaged and skilled workforce.
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.
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).
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.
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.
The Florence Bascom Geoscience Center conducts geologic research using digital elevation models to map karst systems and sinkhole hazards in the United States. Understanding these complex geologic systems helps to inform land use planning and development decisions.
The Florence Bascom Geoscience Center conducts geologic research using digital elevation models to map karst systems and sinkhole hazards in the United States. Understanding these complex geologic systems helps to inform land use planning and development decisions.