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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

Back in 2001, 23 of our seismometers were deployed across the Tongariro region of the North Island, New Zealand as part of the START project. This project investigated the basin and lithospheric properties of the region. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Our seismometers were deployed across Zambia to understand changes in crustal structure across the region. Through receiver function analysis, crustal thickness variations were found across the fault, denoting variations in the tectonic history in the region. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

The answer to our game was 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐨𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫! More specifically a Chinook Helicopter. The z shape of the spectrogram was caused by a doppler shift as the helicopter passed over our seismometers in Leicesters. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Yesterday, a M3.3 #earthquake occurred just off the Lincolnshire coast in the UK. The earthquake was detected by our seismometers 137 km away in Leicester, with a clear P and S wave peak visible in the signal. Data from a Raspberry Shake seismometer. #SeismicSaturdays #CitizenScience

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Hello everyone! Time for another game of 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞 - a little game for the community. Seismometers can pick up all sorts of different sources from near and far, but can you tell what this seismometer has picked up? Like or comment your guess #SeismicSaturdays #CitizenScience

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

In 2013, 23 of our seismometers were deployed across Haiti, creating a cross-section across the country, making up a part of the Trans-Haiti array. The aim of the deployment was to investigate the structure of the crust and lithosphere. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

On Tuesday, a small M2.2 earthquake occurred just outside Grimsby in Lincolnshire. The earthquake was detected by a local British Geological Survey seismometer near Market Rasen also in Lincolnshire. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Some of our seismometers were use in a joint seismic and MT investigation of fault-fluid processes in the Southern Andes. Fault fluid migration links to a sudden drop of pressure and a reduction in seismic b-value and an increase in seismic magnitude. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

In a recent paper, data from our seismometers, deployed following the M8.8 Chile Earthquake, was reassessed using modern AI techniques. Additional aftershocks were added to the seismic catalogue, increasing the resolution of structures in the subsurface. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

In 2005, our seismometers were deployed across the Carpathians. As part of the project, the depth of the mantle transition zone was calculated to better understand the geodynamics of the region. Read more about this deployment here: tinyurl.com/26w3bk5w #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

Back in 2005, 30 of our 6TD seismometers were shipped off to the Torfajökull region of Iceland. The aim of the deployment was to understand the persistent small scale seismicity in the region and gain a better understanding of the low frequency seismicity. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Back in May 2006, 31 of our 6TD seismometers were deployed across Norway and Sweden. While Sweden's uplift can be explained through crustal thickness, Norway may have required additional flexural strength of the crust or a dynamic response to the Iceland Plume. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Between 2012-2013, 70 of our broadband seismometers were deployed across North Anatolia to investigate the crustal structures along the fault zones. Across the region, 1371 earthquakes were located along the north and south branches of the fault. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Between 2013-2015, as part of the QM-III network, 10 of our seismometers were deployed across SE Canada. The study aimed to understand the evolution of crustal systems across the Archean Superior Craton. Check out the research paper here: agupubs.onlinelibrar... #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

With England playing over 7500 km away, we can't detect the crowd in the Dallas stadium. But closer to home, we've been able to detect Leicester games from our seismometers, including the crowds reaction to this goal by Jamie Vardy last year. #SeismicSaturdays #WorldCup

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Thank you everyone for playing our game. The answer was C. In March 2023, a fighter jet created a sonic boom over Northamptonshire that was heard across several counties. The sonic boom was picked up by our sensors, as well as others seismometers across several counties. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

Guess the Source - a little game for the community. Seismometers can pick up a lot of different sources from near and far, but can you tell what this seismometer has picked up? Comment your answer below. Data from Raspberry Shake seismometer. #SeismicSaturdays #CitizenScience

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

It's not just earthquakes our seismometers pick up, they can also detect the weather! On Thursday morning a large lightning storm hit Leicester, with the thunder being picked up on our seismometers, showing as peaks in the seismogram. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

We have a variety of onshore seismic equipment available for loan. If you want to apply for the next round of loan applications, the deadline is 23rd October 2026. You can check out more details on how to apply here: gef.nerc.ac.uk/apply/ #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

During the 2018-2019 Antarctic summer season, several of our instruments were used to monitor icequakes and the glacial-bed interface. The data demonstrated a more complex interface than originally assumed, allowing for better constraints on ice-dynamics models. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

This week saw a M7.4 earthquake on the NE coast of Japan which was detected in our workshop in Leicester, UK. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

Back in 2012, our geophones were used to measure the vibration levels of trains on different embankment setups. The research discovered that track cuttings generate higher amplitude vibrations compared to raised embankments or at-grade track sections. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

As part of the ARGOS Project in 2012, 12 of our seismometers were deployed to the Aluto Volcano in Ethiopia. The seismic data was used to understand fluid pathways beneath the volcano. The results will aid in the exploration of geothermal energy for the country. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Our seismometers appear to have left us an 'Easter Egg' to find in our seismic data! Happy Easter Everyone! #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 28/03/2026

On Tuesday at 04:37:50 (UTC) a M7.5 #earthquake struck 229.5 km below the Tonga Island Region. This earthquake was detected all around the world, including on the other side of the world in our SEIS-UK office. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

In Dec 2022, after seismicity and uplift in the Fernandina volcano, 7 of our seismometers were deployed to the Galapagos. Seismicity and satellite data demonstrated increased earthquake freq. with surface uplift, consistent with magma movement of shallow events. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

We have 36 high frequency geophones available for loan alongside our broadband sensors. These sensors and data loggers are capable of operating at -40°C and up to a maximum of 60°C. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

We have 51 ESPCDs available for loan at SEIS-UK. These devices are most suitable for shorter period surface wave and body wave studies. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

The 3T series from Guralp is our next equipment on our equipment showcase. Capable of recording local, regional, and global studies, the polar rated equipment can also monitor ice-quakes. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

Next up on our equipment showcase, we have the Trillium Horizon and Centaur from Nanometrics! The Trillium Horizon paired with the Centaur creates a low noise system excellent for local, regional, and teleseismic studies. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

At SEIS-UK we have 23 6TD's available for loan with 16GB of integrated storage. These small rugged integrated units are great for quick deployment in the field, and are ideal for small local seismicity studies or tomography. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

The Certimus is an integrated sensor and digitiser capable of recording up to a 90 degree tilt. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

As part of a NERC Urgency grant, the Nanometrics Trillium Compact and Pegasus can be loaned out for unexpected scientific opportunities. Read more about our equipment here: seis-uk.le.ac.uk/equ... Check out this research from the Galápagos: agupubs.onlinelibrar... #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 10/01/2026

To kick off 2026, we thought we'd show the variety of equipment we have available for loan in SEIS-UK. This is the start of a series we'll be doing over the coming weeks to showcase our equipment as well as the research the community has conducted. # SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

I hope you've enjoyed our #SeismicSaturdays this year, we'll be taking a break over the Christmas period but will be back in the New Year. Happy Holidays!

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

On Wednesday 3rd December at 23:23:34 (UTC), a M3.2 earthquake occurred in Silverdale, Lancashire (UK). The earthquake was felt in towns and villages within 25 km from the epicentre. The earthquake could also be seen on our Seismometers in SEIS_UK, with clear P and S wave arrivals. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 29/11/2025

In 2017, 10 of our seismometers were deployed across the Afar region of Ethiopia. A swarm of ~1000 earthquakes occurred along a ~15 km fault system. Subsequent receiver functions showed crustal thinning from ~38 km to 14 km, as a result of continental breakup. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

Did you know, we have all the components for a GEODE study, including: 4.5 and 100 Hz geophones, 2x12 channel cables, and a hammer switch and plate. Check out this research on railway vibrations in Edinburgh using the GEODE: tinyurl.com/yndfxshm # SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 15/11/2025

Northern Borneo is the location of a complex interplay of tectonic events. As part of the nBOSS project, several of our seismometers were deployed in the region between Mar 2018 -Jan 2020. Check out this research hot of the press: tinyurl.com/545jr9es #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 08/11/2025

With a pop, bang, and fizzle, the sound of fireworks can be heard around the UK on #BonfireNight. The sound of fireworks are also heard by our seismometers in @seis-uk.bsky.social, recording each firework as a short sharp spike in ground motion on the seismogram. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 01/11/2025

Along the Halloween Crack in Antarctica, a series of ruptures through the ice lead to a series of ice quakes. In 2023, the team at @bas.ac.uk made use of @seis-uk.bsky.social geophones to record the seismic signals from the ice quakes to understand the growing crack. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 25/10/2025

While our seismometers have been deployed on every continent on Earth, they have also played a role in the deployment of seismometers on Mars. In a Stevenage quarry, our seismometers were used to benchmark those that were launched and deployed on the red planet. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

From Oct 2014 to Mar 2015, our seismometers were used in an experiment to assess how seismic data could be used to analyse fluvial processes. The best results occurred where a seismometer was coupled with bedrock, showing some correlation with fluvial processes. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

This week saw the return our seismometers from the glaciers of Iceland after 5 months of deployment. The sensors recorded earthquakes around the Bárðarbunga caldera beneath the Vatnajokull glacier, allowing for a greater understanding of the volcano's interior. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

Between June 2013 and Sep 2014, 20 seismometers were deployed across Scandinavia for the SCANLIPS 3D experiment. The results show changes in the crustal depths across northern Scandinavia, denoting changes between magmatic underplating to post-orogenic collapse. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 27/09/2025

At 9 AM on a Saturday, hundreds of runners gather to Leicester Victoria Park for #parkrun. The start kicks off a seismic swarm of runners, releasing energy with every step. This creates a peak in ground displacement in our seismometers every Saturday morning. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 20/09/2025

In July 2021, the Askja caldera in Iceland began to reinflate, with > 85 cm of uplift and a surge in seismicity. Between September 2021 and September 2023, 12 seismometers were deployed to Iceland to monitor local seismicity and model the physical properties. #SeismicSaturday

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 13/09/2025

In 2017, our seismometers were deployed to the North Island of New Zealand for an active and passive source imaging experiment. This was aimed at understanding the location and progression of relatively shallow slow-slip seismic events. #SeismicSaturdays

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SEIS-UK @seis-uk.bsky.social · 06/09/2025

In 2023, Victoria Park, Leicester hosted BBC Radio 2 in The Park, with several artist taking to the stage, including @kylieminogue.music-social.com. The dancing of the crowd to Kylie's music was detected by our seismometers, with the crowd's movement matching the songs BPM. #SeismicSaturdays

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