I offer suggestions to increase the probability of success of an international research project.Collaborative studies often produce more innovative and transformative scientific results than work done by a single inve...I offer suggestions to increase the probability of success of an international research project.Collaborative studies often produce more innovative and transformative scientific results than work done by a single investigator or an isolated team.My advice is intended for early-career scientists.The product of the collaboration may be high-impact research publications,enhanced geophysical monitoring capabilities in a foreign country,or an advanced training course.Choosing the right international partner is the most important step.Keeping an open mind and being receptive to suggestions to modify the initial concept is critical.Other key steps include having a mutually agreed upon plan with achievable goals and well-defined expected outcomes.International cooperation is a richly rewarding experience that accelerates progress in the Earth Sciences.展开更多
This study explores the environmental sensitivity of first-year teacher education stu dents,focusing on the relationship between their Earth Science performance,demographic factors,and their cognitive and emotional re...This study explores the environmental sensitivity of first-year teacher education stu dents,focusing on the relationship between their Earth Science performance,demographic factors,and their cognitive and emotional responses to environmental challenges.Using a descriptive correlational design within a mixed-methods framework,the research incorporates tools such as the Environmental Sensitivity Test(EST),focus group discussions(FGDs),and eco-mapping to comprehensively collect and analyze data.The findings reveal that while students exhibit a general awareness of environmental issues,this awareness does not consistently translate into sustainable practices,particularly in areas such as water conservation and waste management.A weak and statistically insignificant correlation was identified between Earth Science performance and environmental sensitivity,indicating that academic achievement in the subject does not necessarily lead to environmentally responsible behaviors.The results underscore the importance of teacher education programs integrating principles of behavioral psychology,experiential learning,and focused environmental education.Specifically,secondary science teachers should be equipped with practical strategies,such as implementing project-based learning,organizing community-centered environmental initiatives,and fostering interdisciplinary approaches to sustainability.These interventions address the gap in preparing future educators to effectively advocate for and implement sustainable practices.Strengthening teacher preparation programs with these components ensures that science educators are better equipped to cultivate a new generation of environmentally responsible citizens.展开更多
The teaching of earth science in Chinese senior high school geography has faced significant challenges,particularly in the compulsory module“The History of the Earth.”Despite being part of the 2019 curriculum reform...The teaching of earth science in Chinese senior high school geography has faced significant challenges,particularly in the compulsory module“The History of the Earth.”Despite being part of the 2019 curriculum reform,current teaching practices often fail to emphasize the geographical nature of the subject,instead treating it as a mix of geology,biology,and historical facts.This paper addresses this challenge by proposing a framework that maintains a geographical focus while teaching earth science concepts.The framework consists of three integrated approaches.First,it introduces a structured method for teaching geological time through an“Eon→Era→Period→Year”progression,helping students build a comprehensive understanding of temporal scales from a geographical perspective.Second,it demonstrates how to effectively use the“Trade Space for Time”method alongside stratigraphic analysis,enabling students to connect spatial and temporal aspects of geographical phenomena.Third,it develops geographical thinking by following the logical pathway of“Fossil→Biology→Environment,”ensuring that biological evidence is interpreted within a geographical context.For successful implementation,the paper recommends two key strategies:managing interdisciplinary content while maintaining geography’s core focus,and emphasizing geographical characteristics throughout specific teaching content.This approach ensures that“The History of the Earth”fulfills its role in developing students’geographical literacy while contributing to their broader understanding of earth science within China’s senior high school curriculum.展开更多
The availability and quantity of remotely sensed and terrestrial geospatial data sets are on the rise.Historically,these data sets have been analyzed and quarried on 2D desktop computers;however,immersive technologies...The availability and quantity of remotely sensed and terrestrial geospatial data sets are on the rise.Historically,these data sets have been analyzed and quarried on 2D desktop computers;however,immersive technologies and specifically immersive virtual reality(iVR)allow for the integration,visualization,analysis,and exploration of these 3D geospatial data sets.iVR can deliver remote and large-scale geospatial data sets to the laboratory,providing embodied experiences of field sites across the earth and beyond.We describe a workflow for the ingestion of geospatial data sets and the development of an iVR workbench,and present the application of these for an experience of Iceland’s Thrihnukar volcano where we:(1)combined satellite imagery with terrain elevation data to create a basic reconstruction of the physical site;(2)used terrestrial LiDAR data to provide a geo-referenced point cloud model of the magmatic-volcanic system,as well as the LiDAR intensity values for the identification of rock types;and(3)used Structure-from-Motion(SfM)to construct a photorealistic point cloud of the inside volcano.The workbench provides tools for the direct manipulation of the georeferenced data sets,including scaling,rotation,and translation,and a suite of geometric measurement tools,including length,area,and volume.Future developments will be inspired by an ongoing user study that formally evaluates the workbench’s mature components in the context of fieldwork and analyses activities.展开更多
Earth Science from Space is an interdisciplinary discipline that studies the interactions,mechanisms,and evolution of the Earth system through space observation.In China,the national medium-to long-term civilian space...Earth Science from Space is an interdisciplinary discipline that studies the interactions,mechanisms,and evolution of the Earth system through space observation.In China,the national medium-to long-term civilian space infrastructure development plan and the space-science pilot project from the Chinese Academy of Sciences are two programs associated with advancing the Earth science from space.This paper reports recent scientific findings,developments and the status of the six missions.It is organized as the following sections:Introduction,two satellite missions that are already in orbit—the TanSat-1 for atmospheric COand the LuTan-1 for global surface deformation,a Terrestrial Ecosystem Carbon Inventory Satellite to be launched in 2022,and three missions that passed the PhaseⅡstudy and planned for near future—the Ocean Surface Current multiscale Observation,the Terrestrial Water Resources Satellite.Climate and Atmospheric Components Exploring Satellites(CACES),followed by the conclusion.展开更多
Geoscience ThinkingA brief history of development of geological science in China.Wang Hongzhen.(Sup):1-8 .Geology as a branch of science was originated and developed inthe West.The history of its development consists ...Geoscience ThinkingA brief history of development of geological science in China.Wang Hongzhen.(Sup):1-8 .Geology as a branch of science was originated and developed inthe West.The history of its development consists of the InitialStage prior to the mid-fifteenth century,the Preparatory Stagefrom mid-fifteenth to mid-eighteenth century,the FoundingStage from 1750 to 1840,the Developing Stage from 1840 to 1910,and the Prosperous Stage of contemporary geology from 1910 to展开更多
Solid State Physics,Solid State Chemistry and New Materials181 Energy level structure of KTbPOand ligand field theoretical calculation,Kan Qiubin et al.,Chemical Journal of Chinese Universities,1988,9(5),479.182 Lumin...Solid State Physics,Solid State Chemistry and New Materials181 Energy level structure of KTbPOand ligand field theoretical calculation,Kan Qiubin et al.,Chemical Journal of Chinese Universities,1988,9(5),479.182 Luminescence of cerium(3+)activated rare earth silicophosphates.Huang Zhupo et al.,Chemical Journal of Chinese Universities,1988,9(8),769.183 Relation of SiO/AlOratio to crystal lattice parameter and framework vibration frequencies.Jiang Dazhen et展开更多
Earth Science Frontiers(ESF) is a bi-monthly publication in Chinese with English abstracts for most papers,as well as a few articles published entirely in English.It was founded in 1994 by China University of Geoscien...Earth Science Frontiers(ESF) is a bi-monthly publication in Chinese with English abstracts for most papers,as well as a few articles published entirely in English.It was founded in 1994 by China University of Geosciences in Beijing(CUGB) and is presently sponsored by CUGB and Peking University.ESF features original展开更多
Three associations of the International Union of Geodesy and Geophysics （IUGG）--International Association for the Physical Sciences of the Oceans （IAPSO）, International Association of Meteorology and Atmospheric S...Three associations of the International Union of Geodesy and Geophysics （IUGG）--International Association for the Physical Sciences of the Oceans （IAPSO）, International Association of Meteorology and Atmospheric Sciences （IA- MAS） and International Association of Geomagnetism and Aeronomy （IAGA）--held their joint Scientific Assembly over 27 August-1 September in Cape Town, South Africa. This was the first full IAMAS assembly to be held in Africa （Figs. 1 ＆ 2）.展开更多
As of 2006 Earth Science Frontiers(ESF) is transitioning from a quarterly publication to bi-monthly publication.Each year,issues of ESF will be developed along three themes:
Sponsored by: Chinese Academy of Sciences National Natural Science Foundation of China Published by: Science in China Press Chairman: ZHOU Guangzhao (Zhou Guang Zhao) Editor-in-Chief: SUN Shu Executive Editors: CHEN Y...Sponsored by: Chinese Academy of Sciences National Natural Science Foundation of China Published by: Science in China Press Chairman: ZHOU Guangzhao (Zhou Guang Zhao) Editor-in-Chief: SUN Shu Executive Editors: CHEN Yong MA Zongjin OUYANG Ziyuan SU Jilan SUN Honglie WANG Pinxian ZHOU Xiuii展开更多
As of 2006 Earth Science Frontiers (ESF) is transitioning from a quarterly publication to bi-monthly publication. Each year, from 2007 onwards, issues of ESF will be developed along three themes:1.Earth Materials for ...As of 2006 Earth Science Frontiers (ESF) is transitioning from a quarterly publication to bi-monthly publication. Each year, from 2007 onwards, issues of ESF will be developed along three themes:1.Earth Materials for Nos. 1 and 2.2.Earth Tectonics and Dynamics for Nos. 3 and 4.3.Earth Surface Processes for Nos. 5 and 6.'Earth Materials' will focus on the study of the Earth's composition, principally dealing with mineralogy and crystallography, petrology, fluids, mineral deposits and mineral exploration, and geochemistry.'Earth Tectonics and Dynamics' will focus on studies of displacement and deformation of lithosphere, including structural geology, regional tectonics and plate tectonics, continental dynamics, geophysics and tectonophysics.'Earth Surface Processes' will publish studies on the interactions and relationships between the lithosphere, the hydrosphere, the biosphere and the atmosphere.展开更多
(1)Dr. El-Sayed Mohamed Abdelrahman Professor of Geophysics, Cairo University, Egypt. His primary research interests are potential field methods. His research has focused on gravity, magnetic, self-potential method...(1)Dr. El-Sayed Mohamed Abdelrahman Professor of Geophysics, Cairo University, Egypt. His primary research interests are potential field methods. His research has focused on gravity, magnetic, self-potential methods including depth and shape determination. He has been awarded 5 prizes between 1992 and 2003, including the state prize in Earth sciences, the state prize in advanced technological sciences and the others. (2)Dr. Norman Bleistein Emeritus Professor of Geophysics, Colorado School of Mines, USA. His primary research interests: asymptotic methods for forward modeling and inversion in seismic exploration.He is a Fellow of the Institute of Physics, UK, and vip Professor, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, China.展开更多
(1)Dr. El-Sayed Mohamed Abdelrahman Professor of Geophysics, Cairo University, Egypt. His primary research interests are potential field methods. His research has focused on gravity, magnetic, self-potential methods i...(1)Dr. El-Sayed Mohamed Abdelrahman Professor of Geophysics, Cairo University, Egypt. His primary research interests are potential field methods. His research has focused on gravity, magnetic, self-potential methods including depth and shape determination. He has been awarded 5 prizes between 1992 and 2003, including the state prize in Earth sciences, the state prize in advanced technological sciences and the others.展开更多
Acta Geologica Sinica (hereinafter referred to as the Acta) starting publication in 1922, is a quaterly academia periodical sponsored by the Geological Society of China (GSC). It has been one of the science and techno...Acta Geologica Sinica (hereinafter referred to as the Acta) starting publication in 1922, is a quaterly academia periodical sponsored by the Geological Society of China (GSC). It has been one of the science and technology periodicals in China with the longest history.展开更多
文摘I offer suggestions to increase the probability of success of an international research project.Collaborative studies often produce more innovative and transformative scientific results than work done by a single investigator or an isolated team.My advice is intended for early-career scientists.The product of the collaboration may be high-impact research publications,enhanced geophysical monitoring capabilities in a foreign country,or an advanced training course.Choosing the right international partner is the most important step.Keeping an open mind and being receptive to suggestions to modify the initial concept is critical.Other key steps include having a mutually agreed upon plan with achievable goals and well-defined expected outcomes.International cooperation is a richly rewarding experience that accelerates progress in the Earth Sciences.
文摘This study explores the environmental sensitivity of first-year teacher education stu dents,focusing on the relationship between their Earth Science performance,demographic factors,and their cognitive and emotional responses to environmental challenges.Using a descriptive correlational design within a mixed-methods framework,the research incorporates tools such as the Environmental Sensitivity Test(EST),focus group discussions(FGDs),and eco-mapping to comprehensively collect and analyze data.The findings reveal that while students exhibit a general awareness of environmental issues,this awareness does not consistently translate into sustainable practices,particularly in areas such as water conservation and waste management.A weak and statistically insignificant correlation was identified between Earth Science performance and environmental sensitivity,indicating that academic achievement in the subject does not necessarily lead to environmentally responsible behaviors.The results underscore the importance of teacher education programs integrating principles of behavioral psychology,experiential learning,and focused environmental education.Specifically,secondary science teachers should be equipped with practical strategies,such as implementing project-based learning,organizing community-centered environmental initiatives,and fostering interdisciplinary approaches to sustainability.These interventions address the gap in preparing future educators to effectively advocate for and implement sustainable practices.Strengthening teacher preparation programs with these components ensures that science educators are better equipped to cultivate a new generation of environmentally responsible citizens.
基金The 2024 National Education Examination Scientific Research Planning Project“Research on the Boundary of Higher Entrance Examination Questions under the Background of‘Double Reduction’”(GJK2024002)。
文摘The teaching of earth science in Chinese senior high school geography has faced significant challenges,particularly in the compulsory module“The History of the Earth.”Despite being part of the 2019 curriculum reform,current teaching practices often fail to emphasize the geographical nature of the subject,instead treating it as a mix of geology,biology,and historical facts.This paper addresses this challenge by proposing a framework that maintains a geographical focus while teaching earth science concepts.The framework consists of three integrated approaches.First,it introduces a structured method for teaching geological time through an“Eon→Era→Period→Year”progression,helping students build a comprehensive understanding of temporal scales from a geographical perspective.Second,it demonstrates how to effectively use the“Trade Space for Time”method alongside stratigraphic analysis,enabling students to connect spatial and temporal aspects of geographical phenomena.Third,it develops geographical thinking by following the logical pathway of“Fossil→Biology→Environment,”ensuring that biological evidence is interpreted within a geographical context.For successful implementation,the paper recommends two key strategies:managing interdisciplinary content while maintaining geography’s core focus,and emphasizing geographical characteristics throughout specific teaching content.This approach ensures that“The History of the Earth”fulfills its role in developing students’geographical literacy while contributing to their broader understanding of earth science within China’s senior high school curriculum.
基金This work was supported by the National Science Foundation[grant numbers 1526520 to AK and 0711456 to PL].
文摘The availability and quantity of remotely sensed and terrestrial geospatial data sets are on the rise.Historically,these data sets have been analyzed and quarried on 2D desktop computers;however,immersive technologies and specifically immersive virtual reality(iVR)allow for the integration,visualization,analysis,and exploration of these 3D geospatial data sets.iVR can deliver remote and large-scale geospatial data sets to the laboratory,providing embodied experiences of field sites across the earth and beyond.We describe a workflow for the ingestion of geospatial data sets and the development of an iVR workbench,and present the application of these for an experience of Iceland’s Thrihnukar volcano where we:(1)combined satellite imagery with terrain elevation data to create a basic reconstruction of the physical site;(2)used terrestrial LiDAR data to provide a geo-referenced point cloud model of the magmatic-volcanic system,as well as the LiDAR intensity values for the identification of rock types;and(3)used Structure-from-Motion(SfM)to construct a photorealistic point cloud of the inside volcano.The workbench provides tools for the direct manipulation of the georeferenced data sets,including scaling,rotation,and translation,and a suite of geometric measurement tools,including length,area,and volume.Future developments will be inspired by an ongoing user study that formally evaluates the workbench’s mature components in the context of fieldwork and analyses activities.
文摘Earth Science from Space is an interdisciplinary discipline that studies the interactions,mechanisms,and evolution of the Earth system through space observation.In China,the national medium-to long-term civilian space infrastructure development plan and the space-science pilot project from the Chinese Academy of Sciences are two programs associated with advancing the Earth science from space.This paper reports recent scientific findings,developments and the status of the six missions.It is organized as the following sections:Introduction,two satellite missions that are already in orbit—the TanSat-1 for atmospheric COand the LuTan-1 for global surface deformation,a Terrestrial Ecosystem Carbon Inventory Satellite to be launched in 2022,and three missions that passed the PhaseⅡstudy and planned for near future—the Ocean Surface Current multiscale Observation,the Terrestrial Water Resources Satellite.Climate and Atmospheric Components Exploring Satellites(CACES),followed by the conclusion.
文摘Geoscience ThinkingA brief history of development of geological science in China.Wang Hongzhen.(Sup):1-8 .Geology as a branch of science was originated and developed inthe West.The history of its development consists of the InitialStage prior to the mid-fifteenth century,the Preparatory Stagefrom mid-fifteenth to mid-eighteenth century,the FoundingStage from 1750 to 1840,the Developing Stage from 1840 to 1910,and the Prosperous Stage of contemporary geology from 1910 to
文摘Solid State Physics,Solid State Chemistry and New Materials181 Energy level structure of KTbPOand ligand field theoretical calculation,Kan Qiubin et al.,Chemical Journal of Chinese Universities,1988,9(5),479.182 Luminescence of cerium(3+)activated rare earth silicophosphates.Huang Zhupo et al.,Chemical Journal of Chinese Universities,1988,9(8),769.183 Relation of SiO/AlOratio to crystal lattice parameter and framework vibration frequencies.Jiang Dazhen et
文摘Earth Science Frontiers(ESF) is a bi-monthly publication in Chinese with English abstracts for most papers,as well as a few articles published entirely in English.It was founded in 1994 by China University of Geosciences in Beijing(CUGB) and is presently sponsored by CUGB and Peking University.ESF features original
文摘Three associations of the International Union of Geodesy and Geophysics （IUGG）--International Association for the Physical Sciences of the Oceans （IAPSO）, International Association of Meteorology and Atmospheric Sciences （IA- MAS） and International Association of Geomagnetism and Aeronomy （IAGA）--held their joint Scientific Assembly over 27 August-1 September in Cape Town, South Africa. This was the first full IAMAS assembly to be held in Africa （Figs. 1 ＆ 2）.
文摘As of 2006 Earth Science Frontiers(ESF) is transitioning from a quarterly publication to bi-monthly publication.Each year,issues of ESF will be developed along three themes:
文摘Sponsored by: Chinese Academy of Sciences National Natural Science Foundation of China Published by: Science in China Press Chairman: ZHOU Guangzhao (Zhou Guang Zhao) Editor-in-Chief: SUN Shu Executive Editors: CHEN Yong MA Zongjin OUYANG Ziyuan SU Jilan SUN Honglie WANG Pinxian ZHOU Xiuii
文摘As of 2006 Earth Science Frontiers (ESF) is transitioning from a quarterly publication to bi-monthly publication. Each year, from 2007 onwards, issues of ESF will be developed along three themes:1.Earth Materials for Nos. 1 and 2.2.Earth Tectonics and Dynamics for Nos. 3 and 4.3.Earth Surface Processes for Nos. 5 and 6.'Earth Materials' will focus on the study of the Earth's composition, principally dealing with mineralogy and crystallography, petrology, fluids, mineral deposits and mineral exploration, and geochemistry.'Earth Tectonics and Dynamics' will focus on studies of displacement and deformation of lithosphere, including structural geology, regional tectonics and plate tectonics, continental dynamics, geophysics and tectonophysics.'Earth Surface Processes' will publish studies on the interactions and relationships between the lithosphere, the hydrosphere, the biosphere and the atmosphere.
文摘(1)Dr. El-Sayed Mohamed Abdelrahman Professor of Geophysics, Cairo University, Egypt. His primary research interests are potential field methods. His research has focused on gravity, magnetic, self-potential methods including depth and shape determination. He has been awarded 5 prizes between 1992 and 2003, including the state prize in Earth sciences, the state prize in advanced technological sciences and the others. (2)Dr. Norman Bleistein Emeritus Professor of Geophysics, Colorado School of Mines, USA. His primary research interests: asymptotic methods for forward modeling and inversion in seismic exploration.He is a Fellow of the Institute of Physics, UK, and vip Professor, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, China.
文摘(1)Dr. El-Sayed Mohamed Abdelrahman Professor of Geophysics, Cairo University, Egypt. His primary research interests are potential field methods. His research has focused on gravity, magnetic, self-potential methods including depth and shape determination. He has been awarded 5 prizes between 1992 and 2003, including the state prize in Earth sciences, the state prize in advanced technological sciences and the others.
文摘Acta Geologica Sinica (hereinafter referred to as the Acta) starting publication in 1922, is a quaterly academia periodical sponsored by the Geological Society of China (GSC). It has been one of the science and technology periodicals in China with the longest history.
