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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section

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The AGU Near-Surface Geophysics section focuses on the development and application of geophysical methods to study the near-surface region of the Earth and to address key questions about subsurface properties and processes. connect.agu.org/nsg/home

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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 10h
Did you know that geophysicist Kennedy Doro is NSG's 2026/2027 AGU College of Fellows Distinguished Lecturer? Learn more about inviting Dr. Doro to speak on "From Electrical Signals to Processes: Imaging Hidden Water, Carbon, and Life Dynamics Beneath Our Feet" ⚒️🧪 connect.agu.org/collegeoffel...
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Have you heard? The AGU OSPA Program has evolved into the Outstanding Emerging Presenters (OEP) Program! Open to students, first-time presenters, and presenters from low or lower-middle income countries. Applications are open and limited to 800 participants. #AGU26 ⚒️🧪 www.agu.org/annual-meeti...
AGU's New Outstanding Emerging Presenters (OEP) Program
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Great field photo of towed TEM and GPR on the arctic tundra of Alaksa under a rare sun halo display caused by the interaction of sunlight with ice crystals in the air. ⚒️ 📸 Credit: Andy Parsekian #geophysics
Photo of scientists towing gear in snow-covered landscape, with dramatic sun halos overhead
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
🚨A proposed OMB rule could let political appointees override peer review, cancel grants mid-project, ban certain research topics, restrict publishing, and more🚨 Stand up for science 💪 🧪 Learn more and use our resources to submit a public comment today ⬇️ agu.quorum.us/campaign/163...
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Stop OMB From Erasing Federal Research
A new proposed rule rewrites the terms of U.S. science
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Calling all AEM geophysics folks! The abstract deadline for AEM2026: 9th International Airborne Electromagnetics Workshop is coming up fast! ⚒️🧪 Deadline: June 14, 2026 Conference: Favignana, Sicily, Italy. 7 – 10 September, 2026 Learn more: www.airborneem.org
Flyer: AEM2026: 9th International Airborne Electromagnetics Workshop abstract deadline extended to 14 June 2026
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Have you registered for the the NSF National Geophysical Facility's Near-surface Geophysics Community Input Workshop? Application deadline: Monday 22 June 2026 Workshop: 25–26 August 2026. Albuquerque, NM, USA. Reach out to @earthscope.org for more info at events.ringcentral.com/events/near-... ⚒️🧪
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Near-surface Geophysics Community Input Workshop
Get tickets to Near-surface Geophysics Community Input Workshop, taking place August 25, 2026 to August 26, 2026. RingCentral Events is your source for engaging events and experiences.
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
⚒️ Get your field photo featured in the near-surface section May newsletter! Submit by end of tomorrow, April 24: forms.gle/uxra3KYrbwjo... This August 2025 photo is a prototype seismic rover being used to help characterize a thin loess cover over 2.2 ka basaltic lava flow. 📸 Juan M. Lorenzo
Photo: Rover with large wheels and large square housing, in arid environment.
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
USGS data saves lives -from earthquake early warnings to flood forecasting to drinking water monitoring for 43 million Americans on private wells 🌏⛰️ 👉The FY2027 budget would gut this agency. The @USGSCoalition is calling on Congress to act #DefendUSGS usgscoalition.org/-/media/1603...
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USGS Coalition Statement on the President's FY2027 Budget Proposal for the U.S. Geological Survey
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
What’s in the FY27 President’s Budget Request? Take a closer look at its potential impacts on science funding programs and the future of federal agencies. 📃🔭 Read here 👇 thebridge.agu.org/2026/04/06/f...
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FY27 President’s Budget Request, Largely A Repeat
On Friday, 3 April, the fiscal year 2027 (FY27) President’s budget request (PBR) was released. Based on the details released, the request is largely a repeat of the president’s FY26 budget…
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
⚒️ Undergrads, Are you ready to tackle one of today’s most pressing environmental challenges and gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge research? Apply for this East Carolina University July 2026 program on soil salinization and saltwater intrusion. Deadline April 30. 🧪 etap.nsf.gov/award/7401/o...
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NSF Education & Training Application | ETAP
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
Thinking of presenting at Near Surface Geoscience 26 this September? Don't forget, the abstract deadline is April 15th: eagensg.org/abstract-sub... ⚒️
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Abstract Submission & Instructions - EAGE NearSurface
The Call for Abstracts is open!
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Each month, the NS newsletter spotlights a student! Check out the March 2nd issue to meet Precious Ossai, a master’s student in Geology @ Univ. of Toledo. Precious focuses on using electrical methods to study subsurface conditions & environmental processes, especially in water environments. ⚒️🧪
Scientist in a small boat, with equipment electronics and battery visible.
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Do you have recent near-surface geophysics work in critical zone studies? Consider submitting to this upcoming special journal issue. ⚒️🧪
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AGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · 26/03/2026
🔬🌐 We invite you to propose a session, town hall, or scientific workshop for #AGU26, taking place 7–11 December in San Francisco, California, and to add your voice to the ongoing conversation: Where Science Connects! 🕒 Submit your proposal by the 22 April deadline: buff.ly/1sPRVfF
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Work with DTS, DAS, or DSS? The abstracts deadline for the 2026 SEG Workshop on Fiber Optics Sensing is fast approaching: 🗓️ April 15, 2026 Get more details about the September workshop at seg.org/calendar_eve... #geophysics ⚒️🧪
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2026 SEG 2nd Workshop on Fiber Optics Sensing - SEG
Submit Abstracts Important Documents Important Dates Call for Abstracts opens: 15 February 2026 Call for Abstracts closes: 15 April 2026 Early Bird Registration opens: 20 May 2026 Full rate registrati...
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
🚨 Attention students: Applications close next week, 31 March, for the SEG Near Surface Research Award! This award is open to undergrad and grad students conducting near surface geophysics research across a range of applications. ⚒️🧪 seg.org/programs/stu...
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Near Surface Student Research Award - SEG
The SEG Near-Surface Student Research Award supports undergraduate and graduate students conducting impactful research in near-surface geophysics. Funded by the SEG Near-Surface Geophysics Section, th...
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
New upcoming near-surface geophysics workshop for faculty. Application deadline is coming up fast in a couple weeks, March 27th.
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
Mark your calendar for 3/12! Join the next EEGS GAINS workshop, focused on geophysics requirements for the Pennsylvania PG exam, with Kate McKinley, PGp, PG, THG Geophysics Ltd. www.eegs.org/gains-course...
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GAINS Course Information
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
Procrastinators rejoice! If you missed the abstract deadline, you are in luck because it it has been extended to March 23, 2026.
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EarthScope Consortium @earthscope.org · 27/02/2026
Near-surface geophysics is like getting an X-ray of the shallow Earth—without digging. By measuring subtle changes in gravity, magnetism, electrical properties, and seismic vibrations, scientists can “see” what's hidden below the surface. Learn more about near-surface geophysics. ⬇️ loom.ly/pKxb4zs
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What is near-surface geophysics? | EarthScope Consortium
Get an introduction to the geophysics methods used to understand the shallow Earth and human infrastructure.
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Near-surface geophysics section members, be sure to check your email for the latest monthly newsletter! 📬
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Happening Thursday, 3/5! The next EEGS GAINS workshop is on archaeogeophysics and forensic geophysics, with Blair Schneider (Kansas Geological Survey). www.eegs.org/gains-course... Advanced registration required.
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GAINS Course Information
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EarthScope Consortium @earthscope.org · 26/02/2026
Stay up to date on our joint webinar series with @cuahsi.bsky.social! A recording of "Innovative Technical Tools and Methods" with presentations and discussion from Kamini Singha and Shujuan Mao is now available. 📽️ loom.ly/0XBcsRo
Graphic promoting a webinar titled “Innovative Technical Tools and Methods,” part of the Integrating Hydrology & Geophysics series. The event is Wednesday, February 25, 2–3 pm ET, featuring Kamini Singha (Colorado School of Mines) and Shujuan Mao (University of Texas at Austin).
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Hydrogeophysics folks! Don't miss this upcoming March 3rd abstract deadline for the AGU-SEG Hydrogeophysics workshop in Boise this summer. ⚒️🧪 seg.org/calendar_eve...
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SEG/AGU Hydrogeophysics Workshop - SEG
Important Documents Important Dates Call for Abstracts Opens:7 January 2026 Call for Abstracts Deadline:3 March 2026 Registration Open:3 March 2026 Early Registration:On or before 8 May 2026 SEG/AGU H...
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
Happening Thursday, 2/26! Check out the latest EEGS GAINS workshop on marine and coastal applications of near-surface geophysics, with Richard Graham. www.eegs.org/gains-course... Advanced registration required.
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GAINS Course Information
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
⚒️ Mark your calendar for this week's @cuahsi.bsky.social / @earthscope.org near-surface geophysics webinar to discuss some geophysical tools that can answer hydrological questions at varying spatial scales, including EM, DAS, ambient seismic noise interferometry, and GRACE. ⚒️🧪
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
Mark your calendars for this upcoming near-surface geophysics webinar: ⚒️ Exploring the Depths: New Transient Electromagnetic Methods in Groundwater and Mineral Exploration, with Esben Auken www.eegs.org/tag-webinars Tuesday, February 24, 2026 @ 1:00PM EDT
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Text: TEM Company: Talk About Geophysics. Join Esben for the EEGS TAG Webinar Series on 24th February.
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Happening Thursday, 2/19! Don't miss the latest EEGS GAINS near-surface geophysics workshop on voids, karst, and sinkhole mapping/detection, with Jacob Sheehan and Mia Painter. ⚒️ www.eegs.org/gains-course... Advanced registration required.
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Hey Near-Surface folks! Are you a department head? Don't miss this chance to provide @agi-updates.bsky.social & @agu.org input on the Heads & Chairs Program. ⚒️
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
Have news or events happening? Submit materials for the AGU Near Surface Geophysics March Newsletter here forms.gle/11wudJu54t2Q... by the end of Friday February 20. ⚒️🧪 Want to share pix of your recent near-surface geophysical research (field or lab)? 📸 Submit photos at forms.gle/uxra3KYrbwjo...
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Materials for AGU NSG Newsletter
If you have anything that you would like to be included in the upcoming AGU Near Surface Geophysics newsletter, please add them here by the end of the 3rd Friday of the month. (e.g., materials for Mar...
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
Heading to EGU26 to share your near-surface geophysics? The EGU aims to provide financial assistance to scientists who encounter significant EDI-related financial barriers that prevent them from attending the EGU General Assembly. Learn more at the link!
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Are you registered for the EEGS Geophysical Applications in Near Surface (GAINS) workshops? This week on Feb 12th, learn about borehole applications and case histories with Lia Martinez (Mount Sopris) and Darin Pendergraft (GEOVision). Details & registration www.eegs.org/gains-course...
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GAINS Course Information
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Have you responded to the new NSF National Geophysical Facility survey on priorities for the near-surface community? The deadline to submit the survey is this week, Thursday February 12. For questions, reach out to @earthscope.org
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Mark your calendar: Don't miss the latest installment of this geophysics + hydrology webinar series on Wednesday, February 11th (tomorrow!), organized by @cuahsi.bsky.social and @earthscope.org
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Geophysics students! Dive into Geophysics Research this Summer! 🌎 Applications for summer 2026 are due in a week for Research Experiences in Solid Earth Science for Students (RESESS). www.earthscope.org/education/st...
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RESESS | EarthScope Consortium
🌎 Dive into Geophysics Research this Summer! 🌎 STUDENTS: applications for summer 2026 are now OPEN! Please scroll below for instructions and the application link. MENTORS can apply to host anintern by...
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
Did you catch today's @cuahsi.bsky.social @earthscope.org geophysics and hydrology webinar? It's not too late if you missed it, the recording is online at youtu.be/RVMuafxc-xE?...
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Current Research in Hydrogeodesy and Hydroseismology
YouTube video by CUAHSI
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Hey, did you know you can join and be active in multiple sections? No need to pick just one -- so ECR hydrogeophyiscs folks can work with @agu-h3s.bsky.social and our near-surface section, too.
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Please submit your materials for the February issue of the AGU Near Surface Geophysics Newsletter here: forms.gle/11wudJu54t2Q... by the end of today, Friday January 23.
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Materials for AGU NSG Newsletter
If you have anything that you would like to be included in the upcoming AGU Near Surface Geophysics newsletter, please add them here by the end of the 3rd Friday of the month. (e.g., materials for Mar...
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
Are you a student pursuing a career in applied geophysics or related geosciences? Have you considered applying for an SEG Student Scholarship? seg.org/programs/stu... The scholarships average $2.8K, and every bit helps with school expenses! Don't delay, the deadline is 1 March 2026 ⚒️🧪
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Scholarships - SEG
The Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG) Scholarships encourage the study of geophysics and related geosciences in universities around the world. Focused on attracting the best and brightest hig...
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
Are you interested in sharing your near-surface geophysics work with others? Don't forget two major abstract deadlines this week (Jan 15): SAGEEP 2026 www.eegs.org/sageep-2026 EGU26 www.egu26.eu ⚒️🧪
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SAGEEP 2026
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
📣 We are happy to announce that we now have a dedicated AGU-NSG Slack group to facilitate more efficient communication with everyone. Visit our website for more info and links: connect.agu.org/nsg/home
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Home - Near Surface Geophysics
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
Deadline! Applications for the 2026 Summer of Applied Geophysical Experience (SAGE) are due February 14. Participants work with industry pros, academics, and gov research scientists while using modern geophysical methods. Apply today! #geophysics ⚒️🧪 www.summerofappliedgeophysics.org
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Summer of Applied Geophysical Experience (SAGE) | Advance Your Geophysics Skills—Apply Today
SAGE is a hands-on geophysical education and research program in New Mexico; learn field methods, data interpretation, and connect with professionals. Apply now for the summer program.
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
Deadline! Applications for the 2026 Summer of Applied Geophysical Experience (SAGE) are due February 14. Participants work with industry pros, academics, and gov research scientists while using modern geophysical methods. Apply today! #geophysics ⚒️🧪 www.summerofappliedgeophysics.org
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Summer of Applied Geophysical Experience (SAGE) | Advance Your Geophysics Skills—Apply Today
SAGE is a hands-on geophysical education and research program in New Mexico; learn field methods, data interpretation, and connect with professionals. Apply now for the summer program.
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
If responding to the NGF survey, you may also be interested in the 2023 findings & recommendations for an NSF-sponsored near-surface geophysics center integrating research and teaching could address critical challenges and promote community engagement and cultural change. ⚒️ eos.org/science-upda...
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Envisioning a Near-Surface Geophysics Center for Convergent Science - Eos
A recent effort identified how a proposed near-surface geophysics center integrating research and teaching could address critical challenges and promote community engagement and cultural change.
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
Don't forget to submit your comments on near-surface geophysics support at the NSF NSF National Geophysical Facility (NGF), to inform their planning.
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
This account will be taking a break to bask in the glow of post-AGU science and innovation until January! See you in the new year. 🌅
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
🎉 Congratulations to Seogi Kang and Sihong Wu, recipients of the 2025 GW Hohmann Award for Excellence in Electrical Geophysics! ⚒️🧪 Learn more about the award and the early-career scientists' work in EM geophysics: www.hohmannwannamakertrust.org/awards
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Awards — HWT
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
Got opinions? The newly funded U.S. NSF National Geophysical Facility (NGF) will be expanding support for near-surface geophysics and they want your input on what will best serve community needs. ⚒️🧪 www.surveymonkey.com/r/nsg-ngf25
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Near-surface Geophysics Community Input Survey
Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free.
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
You made it to Friday! The near-surface geophysics community had a busy #AGU25 week connecting on everything from IP to DAS and more. Thanks to everyone who organized, presented, and engaged this week. ⚒️🧪 (1/2)
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AGU Near-Surface Geophysics Section @agu-near-surface.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Happening Wednesday! Drop by, say hi, and connect with new and old colleagues. Celebrate making it through day 3. It's a very friendly crowd, so don't be shy about stopping by if it's your first time attending. #AGU25
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