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Pitt has joined the Keystone Space Collaborative to bolster out-of-this-world research
Michael Ramsey, professor in the Department of Geology and Environmental Science, is pictured in this article which showcases the University joining the Keystone Space Collaborative which took place in December 2023 at the Observatory. Pitt’s recently launched space initiative focuses on three areas: basic science, engineering and space medicine and biomanufacturing. Partnering with Keystone, which connects more than 700 participants, can help make the connections needed for truly cutting-edge science.
Clare Sierawski Receives Distinguished Alumni Award from Pitt’s Department of Geology and Environmental Science
We are pleased to announce that Clare Sierawski, senior energy counselor for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), is the 2023 recipient of the Department of Geology and Environment Science Distinguished Alumni Award.
Graduate Student Godspower Ubit accepts ADI Geo-History Fellowship!
We are pleased to announce that our Graduate student Godspower Ubit accepted an offer to participate in ADI Geo-History 2023-24 as an ADI Geo-History Fellow.
Pittsburgh District researcher flexes her ‘mussels’ toward doctorate degree
Kristi Dobra, an environmental resource specialist for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District, is currently pursuing a doctorate at the University of Pittsburgh while researching metals in the Ohio River watershed and their impact on freshwater mussels. She is supported by the Science, Mathematics and Research for Transformation (SMART) scholarship, which is funded by the Department of Defense.
Geology and psychology professors receive 23rd annual Manners Awards
Daniel J. Bain, associate professor in the Department of Geology and Environmental Science, is one of two recipients of the 23rd annual Steven D. Manners Research Development award from the University Center for Social and Urban Research (UCSUR). Bain’s project will focus on “Toxic Metal Soil Pollution Near Coking Facilities: Information Gaps in Public Health Policymaking.”
Congratulations 2023 Geology & Environmental Science Graduates!
Graduates were honored at the department's senior send-off on April 29th.
Geology & Environmental Science Students honored at 2023 Dept. Awards Luncheon
Students earned departmental schoalrships to fund research, travel, acadmeic expenses, and more!
Dr. Cheryl Hapke honored as dept. Distinguished Alumni!
Dr. Hapke gave a seminar and received an award honoring her acheivements.
Graduate student Chloe Glover honored by American Geophysical Union
Graduate student Chloe Glover (advisor Nadine McQuarrie) was honored with an Outstanding Student Presentation Award for her work at the American Geophysical Union's 2022 fall meeting!
Junior Helene Tracey makes history!
Helene made history last summer as a member of one of the National Park Service’s first all-women wildland fire fighting corps!