Read all the latest news in Issue 444 of our fortnightly Society newsletter.
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Monday 12 December 2022
 
Welcome to Issue 444 of the fortnightly Society newsletter.

IN THIS ISSUE:
 
  • Geoscientist: With a focus on sustainability, read the Winter 2022 issue now
 
  • Events: Registration for the Energy Geoscience Conference (EGC1) in May has officially opened
 
  • Membership: Renew now - only two days left to receive your physical Membership Card
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  • Library: Last minute Christmas gift ideas from the Picture Library
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  • Society: Become a member of Council/ Find out how we can support your research
 
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your support this year and wish you a restful festive break and a happy, healthy and peaceful New Year.
 
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GEOSCIENTIST/ New issue out now!

Our Winter 2022 issue focusses on sustainability, with articles on the circular economy of technology metals, a sustainable energy transition and decarbonising the energy sector.

You can also find out more about our Written in History fundraising appeal, which aims to preserve the Society’s historical letter books, whilst Richard Hughes, our former Executive Secretary, reflects on all that’s been achieved at the Society in recent years, as he enters retirement.

Discover more great Geoscientist content by visiting the website.
 
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EVENTS/ Register now for the Energy Geoscience Conference

Standard registration is officially open for our May 2023 Energy Geoscience Conference (EGC1). As a member of the Geological Society, you have access to up to 20% off your registration price.

This conference series intends to be of high relevance to energy geoscientists working in all aspects of subsurface themes.

Visit the
conference website to see the full technical programme and details on how to register for this new subsurface-focussed conference.
 
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Renew now
 
MEMBERSHIP/ Renew now to qualify for your Membership Card

Only 2 days left to qualify for a physical Membership Card.

Don’t forget to renew your membership! Renew before 15 December to receive a 2023 Membership Card. You can renew 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by heading to the
renewals page of our website. 

If you would benefit from support in renewing your membership, please call our membership team on +44 (0)207 434 9944 or contact [email protected].
 
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LIBRARY/  Geological Prints – perfect for Christmas! 🎁

If you’re stuck for unique and beautiful gift ideas this Christmas, visit our Picture Library today!

Available to order as prints, the Picture Library features hundreds of images from our historical collections, including beautiful geological maps, intricate fossils and minerals, and views of famous geological sites. 

Prints are available in a range of sizes and finishes and produced to your specification by experienced printers Max Communications.

The last order date for UK customers is 16 December, to ensure delivery in time for Christmas.
 
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SOCIETY/ Last call for nominations for Council Members and a President-Designate

Would you like to play a more prominent role in the governance of the Society, and help us to deliver our Strategy, Mission and Values?

We are currently seeking four new Council members and a President Designate, whose terms of office will begin following the AGM in June 2023.

Please visit our website to find out more, including how to nominate.

The closing dates for nominations is 11 January 2023
 
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SOCIETY/ Grants and bursaries: Support for early career professional development

Applications remain open for the Society research grants and bursaries, including the Distinguished Geologists Memorial Trust Bursary for geologists in the early years of their career, particularly those in industry. 

Please visit our
website for further information on all the research grants and bursaries we offer and how to apply for them.

Closing date for applications is 6 February 2023.

For any queries, please contact
[email protected]
 
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PUBLICATIONS/ New Publication! Recent Advances in Understanding Gold Deposits: from Orogeny to Alluvium

Gold occurs in many settings, but the dynamic nature of Earth’s crust means overlapping and overprinting deposit styles are common. Characterization of mineralization from an early stage becomes important, particularly where the mineralization is complex, in order to maximize exploration and project development success and mining productivity.

List price: £ 110
Fellow's price: £ 55
Other societies price: £ 66


Purchase your copy now from the online bookshop
 
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More events
 
EVENTS/ Event highlights

*FINAL ONLINE TRAINING COURSE OF 2022*
 
*COMING UP IN 2023*
   
 
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EDUCATION/ Schools Geology Challenge returns for 2023

The Schools Geology Challenge is a fun competition, offering students the chance to showcase their interest in geology and learn more about the way geoscience impacts our lives. 

Open to A Level students of Geology, Geography, Science or similar subjects, the competition is a test of teamwork and presentation skills and offers a prize of £200 for the winning school.


To find out more, including how to enter, please visit our website.

Closing date for entries is 3 February 2023
 
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