Hertfordshire Geological Society
Talk by Professor Craig Storey, University of Portsmouth Abstract Since the 1960s we have accepted the plate tectonic paradigm as being central to how our planet operates at the present day. However, there is much ongoing debate as to when plate tectonics began and how similar it was to the current observable mode. Hypotheses range […]
Talk by Richard Butler, Professor of Palaeobiology, School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Birmingham Due to unforeseen circumstances Richard was unable to give this talk so it will be rescheduled to a future date. Abstract: Dinosaur tracks provide important data on the distribution of dinosaurs through time and space and unique information on […]
given by Dr Haydon Bailey, HGS Chairman, Past GA president & geological advisor to the Chiltern Society Abstract: The Upper Cretaceous Chalks of Northern Europe appear, on the face of it, to represent sedimentation during an extended period of relative tectonic and environmental stability. Nothing could be further from the truth. These uniform, white, fine […]
talk given by Associate Professor Kathryn Moore, University of Exeter Abstract: With the imminent release of a new Critical Minerals Strategy, the UK is updating its approach to national security. In this lecture, I will highlight the security issues that threaten critical mineral supply chains into the UK and into most countries. I will explain […]
talk given by Professor Paul WIgnall, University of Leeds
Annual vegetation clearance
followed by refreshments and launch of the The Hertfordshire 50th anniversary book - Mike Lambert & Nick Pierpoint
Joint trip with AGS Meeting at 10 am at Silver Ball Transport Cafe on A10 at Reed. Finishing around 4:30 pm. Pub lunch will be arranged.
given by Dr. Haydon Bailey, HGS Chairman
talk given by Prof. Peter Worsley, Emeritus Professor of Quaternary Geology, University of Reading
talk given by Dr James Witts, Senior Post Doctoral Researcher, Natural History Museum London
