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Volcanic History of the Yellowstone Plateau Volcanic Field part of SERC Web Resource Collection

This U.S. Geological Survey website gives an overview of Yellowstone volcanism. Text, numerous photos, tables, a map, and a volcanic term glossary explain the three major volcanic cycles that created ...
Focus on Yellowstone: Surficial geology and hydrology, Seismicity, Deformation, geophysics, Volcanism
Resource Type: Scientific Resources:Overview/Reference Work

The Yellowstone-Teton Epicenter part of SERC Web Resource Collection

This University of Utah website provides an overview of the history and present conditions of the Yellowstone hotspot. Topics include the track of the hotspot, tectonics, seismicity, history and ...
Focus on Yellowstone: Seismicity, Deformation, geophysics, Volcanism
Resource Type: Scientific Resources:Overview/Reference Work, Audio/Visual:Maps

Notable Changes in Thermal Activity at Norris Geyser Basin Provide Opportunity to Study Hydrothermal System part of SERC Web Resource Collection

This website gives an overview of the changes in many hydrothermal features in the Norris geyser basin that began in July 2003. To monitor the increased hydrothermal activity, the Yellowstone Volcano ...
Focus on Yellowstone: Geothermal processes and features, Yellowstone hazards, Seismicity, Deformation, geophysics
Resource Type: Scientific Resources:Overview/Reference Work

Pre-historic Land Use Patterns within the Yellowstone Lake Basin and Hayden Valley Region, Yellowstone National Park part of SERC Web Resource Collection

This 19-page PDF discusses human use of the Yellowstone Lake area for the last 10,000 years through a summary of recent archeological studies. The article features a summary of lithic raw material ...
Focus on Yellowstone: Policy and management
Resource Type: Scientific Resources:Research Results, Overview/Reference Work

Archeology Around Yellowstone Lake part of SERC Web Resource Collection

This 9-page PDF examines the importance of Yellowstone Lake to humans in prehistoric times. The shorelines around the lake have been eroding and exposing artifacts that remain hidden elsewhere in the ...
Focus on Yellowstone: Policy and management
Resource Type: Scientific Resources:Research Results, Overview/Reference Work

Yellowstone Resources and Issues Guide - Astrobiology part of SERC Web Resource Collection

This report explores the connection between geomicrobiology and astrobiology, explaining NASA's interest in the natural history of Yellowstone National Park. Multi-institution research teams are ...
Focus on Yellowstone: Geomicrobiology
Resource Type: Scientific Resources:Overview/Reference Work

Map and Data for Quaternary Faults and Folds in Wyoming part of SERC Web Resource Collection

The primary objective of this U.S. Geological Survey Open-file Report is to improve seismic-hazard assessments in regions of Wyoming with low to moderate levels of historic seismicity. A map and ...
Focus on Yellowstone: Seismicity, Deformation, geophysics, Yellowstone hazards
Resource Type: Scientific Resources:Overview/Reference Work, Audio/Visual:Maps, Datasets and Tools:Datasets

Microbiology in Yellowstone National Park part of SERC Web Resource Collection

This site describes how Yellowstone National Park is a focal point for cutting-edge microbiology research and how it provides a valuable setting for outreach education. Topics include questions for ...
Focus on Yellowstone: Policy and management, Geomicrobiology
Resource Type: Scientific Resources:Overview/Reference Work

Yellowstone Resources and Issues part of SERC Web Resource Collection

This Yellowstone National Park online book is a compendium of concise information about the park's history, natural and cultural resources, issues, and major areas. Chapters, which are ...
Focus on Yellowstone: Geomicrobiology, Yellowstone hazards, Wildlife and plants, Volcanism
Resource Type: Scientific Resources:Overview/Reference Work, Audio/Visual:Maps

Nature and Science: Natural Features and Ecosystems part of SERC Web Resource Collection

This Yellowstone National Park website gives a brief overview of how geologic characteristics form the foundation of the park's ecosystem. Yellowstone has a unique interplay between volcanic, ...
Focus on Yellowstone: Geothermal processes and features, Climate history and glaciation, Bedrock geology, Volcanism
Resource Type: Scientific Resources:Overview/Reference Work