AGLO - Applied Geophysics Learning Objects part of SERC Web Resource Collection

The AGLO project focuses on developing materials for the subject of applied geophysics. Three types of learners were targeted: (i) students with general backgrounds; (ii) geoscience students, and ...

New report charts course for future of geosciences part of SERC Print Resource Collection
The International Union of Geodesy and Geophysics (IUGG) formed a working group of young scientists charged with developing a vision for the future of the geosciences. The working group combined its ...

Mars Orbiter Laser Altimeter (MOLA) Science Investigation part of SERC Web Resource Collection

MOLA is an instrument orbiting Mars on the Mars Global Surveyor (MGS) spacecraft. It transmits infrared laser pulses in order to construct a precise topographic map of Mars.

Demonstrations of Geophysical Principles Applicable to the Properties and Processes of the Earth's Interior part of SERC Web Resource Collection

These demonstrations are designed to help students develop a conceptual understanding of geophysical principles. The concepts covered in these demonstrations include rheology, seismic waves, ...

Marine Geology and Geophysics part of SERC Web Resource Collection

This National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration website provides bathymetry, topography and relief data; digital coastlines; an interactive coastline extractor; ocean mapping; the geomorphology ...

RIDGE Multibeam Synthesis Project part of SERC Web Resource Collection

The RIDGE Program is a National Science Foundation initiative that promotes interdisciplinary study, scientific communication, and outreach related to all aspects of the globe-encircling, mid-ocean ...

Oceanography - Marine Geological Processes part of SERC Web Resource Collection

A first year course in oceanography with extensive Internet resources. Topics covered include: principles of thermodynamics, heat and mass transfer, fluid mechanics, continuum mechanics, and ...

U.S. National Report to International Union of Geodesy and Geophysics 1991-1994 part of SERC Web Resource Collection

This reference source seeks to link science to societal needs by incorporating inter- and cross-disciplinary articles within the six major topics covered: properties of the solid earth (covering ...

EarthRef: Website for Physical and Chemical Earth References part of SERC Web Resource Collection

The EarthRef web site contains several online databases, downloadable modeling tools, and more. The databases include GERM (Geochemical Earth Reference Model), the EarthRef Digital Archive, the ...

Oceanography - Marine Geological Processes part of SERC Web Resource Collection

A first year course in oceanography with extensive Internet resources. Topics covered include: principles of thermodynamics, heat and mass transfer, fluid mechanics, continuum mechanics, and ...