Bureau of Economic Geology Courses

The Origin of Modern Atolls: Challenging Darwin's Deeply Ingrained Theory

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Explore the evolution of atoll formation theories, challenging Darwin's model with new insights on Quaternary glaciations, karst processes, and sea-level fluctuations in reef development.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Approaching 100 Years Old - Perspectives and Highlights from the New Mexico Bureau of Geology

Discover the evolution and future of New Mexico's geological research as the Bureau approaches its centennial, exploring natural resource challenges and science-driven solutions.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 10 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Logic (or Lack of It) of Environmental Geophysics - Examples from the Ogallala Aquifer

Explore how geophysics can improve environmental investigations using Ogallala Aquifer examples, examining why the environmental industry inconsistently applies these methods.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Subsurface CO2 Mineralization of Fe-Rich Minerals for Geo-Hydrogen Stimulation and Metal Recovery

Explore the potential of CO2 mineralization with iron-rich minerals for simultaneous hydrogen generation and metal recovery, offering a sustainable pathway for resource extraction and carbon storage.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Assessing the CO2 Sequestration Potential of the Paleogene Wilcox Group, Onshore Texas, USA

Explore a comprehensive subsurface assessment of the Wilcox Group's CO2 sequestration potential across Texas, examining stratigraphic units, structural elements, sand distribution, and storage capacity estimations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

A Hydrohistorical Evaluation of Groundwater Sustainability

Explore the evolution of groundwater sustainability concepts from 1912 to 2000, examining controversies, misconceptions, and the complex interplay between scientific management and policy decisions.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Leveraging Pre-trained Vision Foundation Models for Geophysical Data Processing and Interpretation

Discover how to adapt computer vision foundation models for geoscience applications, focusing on efficient processing and interpretation of geophysical data like seismic and lunar imagery.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Hydrogen and Biofuels: Opportunities to Decarbonize Refinery Industry

Explore the economic viability of hydrogen-based synthetic fuels and biofuels in decarbonizing refineries, analyzing technology competition, emission regulations, and potential hydrogen demand growth in the European context.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Preservation of Balmorhea-Area Springs in Trans-Pecos Texas - Update on Continued Studies

Explore the hydrogeological research on declining Balmorhea-area springs in Texas, examining drought impacts, groundwater withdrawal effects, and efforts to identify sustainable water management solutions.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Integrated Geothermal Resource Assessment and Techno-Economic Analysis: Presidio County, Texas

Explore a comprehensive geothermal resource assessment of Presidio County, Texas, including techno-economic analysis for power generation and direct use applications in the Trans-Pecos region.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Injection and Induced Seismicity in Texas

Explore the decade-long research on injection-induced seismicity in Texas, examining how wastewater injection from oil production affects fault ruptures and creates anthropogenic earthquakes in this unique geological laboratory.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) and Its Impact on Society

Explore how Carbon Capture and Storage is being communicated and accepted across society, examining public perception and implementation challenges.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How Fast, How Deep, and How Much? - Groundwater Hydrology with Passive Seismic Interferometry

Discover how passive seismic interferometry can reveal groundwater dynamics, including flow rates, depths, and quantities in this hydrology research presentation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 12 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Carbon Storage Beyond the Basin: Carbon Mineralization from Reactive Transport Simulation

Explore carbon mineralization in basalt formations as an alternative for carbon capture and sequestration, examining how reactive transport simulation helps understand fluid-rock interactions and potential leakage risks.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Advancing Groundwater Modeling: Integrating Borehole and Airborne Geophysical Data and MODFLOW 6

Discover how to enhance groundwater modeling by integrating borehole and airborne geophysical data with MODFLOW 6, presented by LSU's Dr. Frank Tsai.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video