Why the earth quakes – a closer look at what's going on under the ground

A geologist explains where earthquakes are most common and why.

Jaime Toro, Professor of Geology, West Virginia University • conversation
Sept. 13, 2023 • ~8 min

How climate change might trigger more earthquakes and volcanic eruptions

Climate change is causing increasingly severe weather – but it’s not just hazards at the Earth’s surface we should be concerned about.

Matthew Blackett, Reader in Physical Geography and Natural Hazards, Coventry University • conversation
Aug. 8, 2023 • ~7 min

Scottish rocks to play a key role in Mars space mission

Ancient rocks from the Isle of Rum in northwest Scotland are playing an important role in an international space mission to discover more about Mars.

Cambridge University News • cambridge
July 28, 2023 • ~4 min

We've discovered how diamonds make their way to the surface and it may tell us where to find them

Scientists were not previously certain how the precious stones arrived at the Earth’s surface.

Thomas Gernon, Associate Professor in Earth Science, University of Southampton • conversation
July 26, 2023 • ~7 min

Living near the fire – 500 million people worldwide have active volcanoes as neighbors

For some people, it’s a choice based on cultural beliefs or economic opportunities provided by the volcano. Other times it’s less a choice than the only option.

David Kitchen, Associate Professor of Geology, University of Richmond • conversation
July 13, 2023 • ~7 min

Going with the flow

A new technique uses remote images to gauge the strength of ancient and active rivers beyond Earth.

Jennifer Chu | MIT News Office • mit
July 10, 2023 • ~7 min

Why earthquakes happen all the time in Britain but not in Ireland

Variations in the thickness of tectonic plates may explain why Britain experiences many more earthquakes than neighbouring Ireland.

Sergei Lebedev, Professor of Geophysics, University of Cambridge • conversation
July 6, 2023 • ~7 min

River erosion can shape fish evolution, study suggests

The new findings could explain biodiversity hotspots in tectonically quiet regions.

Jennifer Chu | MIT News Office • mit
May 25, 2023 • ~8 min

Why don't rocks burn?

Some rocks will burn, and others will melt, depending on how they were formed and what minerals they contain.

Natalie Bursztyn, Lecturer in Geosciences, University of Montana • conversation
May 15, 2023 • ~6 min

What causes volcanoes to erupt?

As they shape the Earth, volcanoes inspire and terrify humans.

Rachel Beane, Professor of Natural Sciences, Bowdoin College • conversation
May 1, 2023 • ~7 min

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