Ma Xingyuan(1919-2001),born in Changchun,Jilin Province.He graduated from the Department of Geology,Geography and Meteorology at National Southwestern Associated University in 1942 and obtained his doctoral degree fro...Ma Xingyuan(1919-2001),born in Changchun,Jilin Province.He graduated from the Department of Geology,Geography and Meteorology at National Southwestern Associated University in 1942 and obtained his doctoral degree from the University of Edinburgh,UK in 1948.He was elected as an Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences in 1980.He was an eminent structural geologist and seismologist.He achieved systematic groundbreaking research in Precambrian geology of North China,continental tectonics,lithospheric dynamics,and seismic geology.He pioneered analytical structural methodology and led the compilation of the"Lithospheric Dynamics Atlas of China",making foundational contributions to regional geological surveys and continental tectonic studies in China.展开更多
Queensland could likely play host to a number of rare minerals, as geologists have unearthed evidence suggesting the presence of platinum and gold, as well as rare-earth elements (REE). "This may be a whole new f...Queensland could likely play host to a number of rare minerals, as geologists have unearthed evidence suggesting the presence of platinum and gold, as well as rare-earth elements (REE). "This may be a whole new frontier for Queensland," Natural Resources and Mines Minister Dr Anthony Lynham said over the weekend. "Beyond the potential economic boost for Queensland, the discovery brings a new understanding of mineral potential in a previously under-explored area."展开更多
Rudolf Trümpy,friendly known as Ruedi,was one of the most eminent and influential Alpine Geologists of the 20th century.During his long and productive career he received numerous honours including the Wollaston M...Rudolf Trümpy,friendly known as Ruedi,was one of the most eminent and influential Alpine Geologists of the 20th century.During his long and productive career he received numerous honours including the Wollaston Medal and the Penrose Medal for his pioneering work on paleogeography and nappe development in the Alps and his involvement in international activities culminating in the IUGS presidency(1976-1980).In 1978 he was elected a Foreign Associate of the United States National Academy of Sciences and in 1984 he became member of the French Academy of Sciences.展开更多
As a member of the last generation of xiucai秀才(one who passed the imperial examination at the county level)in the Qing dynasty,and as the first Chinese national to hold a Western doctoral degree in geology,Wong Wen-...As a member of the last generation of xiucai秀才(one who passed the imperial examination at the county level)in the Qing dynasty,and as the first Chinese national to hold a Western doctoral degree in geology,Wong Wen-hao made significant advances in the theoretical study of China’s geological structure and metallogeny,especially while serving as long-term director of the Geological Survey.He established himself as the founder of modern Chinese geology and geography and a leader of the Republic of China’s scientific community,enjoying much international prestige along the way.In the 1930s,faced with an increasingly grave national crisis,Wong resorted to a career in politics,relinquishing his geological studies.During wartime,he served as the highest economic administrator in the Chinese government,committed to exploring every avenue for the advance of national industrialization.In the postwar years,Wong assumed the office of president of the Executive Yuan,and presided over the failed currency reform.After a stint of exile after the Communist Party of China came to power in 1949,Wong returned to China,though he was relegated to obscurity due to his association with the Nationalist regime.展开更多
A wonderful person,an outstanding scientist,organizer and a wise leader,–always friendly,calm and reasonable,able to appreciate humor and loving life–Igor Semenovich Zektser has passed away.Igor Zektser graduated fr...A wonderful person,an outstanding scientist,organizer and a wise leader,–always friendly,calm and reasonable,able to appreciate humor and loving life–Igor Semenovich Zektser has passed away.Igor Zektser graduated from the Geological Faculty of Lomonosov Moscow State University(MSU).He began his scientific career as a student at the Department of Hydrogeology of MSU and,after graduation,was assigned to work in the research sector of Geological Department of MSU,where he was engaged in regional hydrodynamics.展开更多
William Watt Hutchison,“Hutch”to his many friends around the world,was a Scots-born Canadian geologist who served Canada and the IUGS in myriad dynamic and creative ways.Most notably,he served as the IUGS Secretary ...William Watt Hutchison,“Hutch”to his many friends around the world,was a Scots-born Canadian geologist who served Canada and the IUGS in myriad dynamic and creative ways.Most notably,he served as the IUGS Secretary General(1976-1980)at a pivotal time in its history,and as IUGS President(1984-1987).The same boundless energy,enthusiasm,skill in communications,and ability to foster teamwork that characterized his work with the IUGS also carried him to preeminent scientific administrative positions in the Canadian Government where he served as Director General of the Geological Survey of Canada and as Assistant Deputy Minister of Earth Sciences.His distinguished career was terminated in 1987 by his untimely death at the age of 52,following a painful struggle with cancer.展开更多
The field of geomorphology is one common to all students of earth spiences.Every geographer and geologist,in going to the field,are confronted by a wealth of geomorphic phenomera and are inevitably led to speculate up...The field of geomorphology is one common to all students of earth spiences.Every geographer and geologist,in going to the field,are confronted by a wealth of geomorphic phenomera and are inevitably led to speculate upon their meaning or become interested in their study.It is but-natural that in the past geographers and geologists have contributed much to increase our knowledge in geomorphology.展开更多
文摘Ma Xingyuan(1919-2001),born in Changchun,Jilin Province.He graduated from the Department of Geology,Geography and Meteorology at National Southwestern Associated University in 1942 and obtained his doctoral degree from the University of Edinburgh,UK in 1948.He was elected as an Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences in 1980.He was an eminent structural geologist and seismologist.He achieved systematic groundbreaking research in Precambrian geology of North China,continental tectonics,lithospheric dynamics,and seismic geology.He pioneered analytical structural methodology and led the compilation of the"Lithospheric Dynamics Atlas of China",making foundational contributions to regional geological surveys and continental tectonic studies in China.
文摘Queensland could likely play host to a number of rare minerals, as geologists have unearthed evidence suggesting the presence of platinum and gold, as well as rare-earth elements (REE). "This may be a whole new frontier for Queensland," Natural Resources and Mines Minister Dr Anthony Lynham said over the weekend. "Beyond the potential economic boost for Queensland, the discovery brings a new understanding of mineral potential in a previously under-explored area."
文摘Rudolf Trümpy,friendly known as Ruedi,was one of the most eminent and influential Alpine Geologists of the 20th century.During his long and productive career he received numerous honours including the Wollaston Medal and the Penrose Medal for his pioneering work on paleogeography and nappe development in the Alps and his involvement in international activities culminating in the IUGS presidency(1976-1980).In 1978 he was elected a Foreign Associate of the United States National Academy of Sciences and in 1984 he became member of the French Academy of Sciences.
文摘As a member of the last generation of xiucai秀才(one who passed the imperial examination at the county level)in the Qing dynasty,and as the first Chinese national to hold a Western doctoral degree in geology,Wong Wen-hao made significant advances in the theoretical study of China’s geological structure and metallogeny,especially while serving as long-term director of the Geological Survey.He established himself as the founder of modern Chinese geology and geography and a leader of the Republic of China’s scientific community,enjoying much international prestige along the way.In the 1930s,faced with an increasingly grave national crisis,Wong resorted to a career in politics,relinquishing his geological studies.During wartime,he served as the highest economic administrator in the Chinese government,committed to exploring every avenue for the advance of national industrialization.In the postwar years,Wong assumed the office of president of the Executive Yuan,and presided over the failed currency reform.After a stint of exile after the Communist Party of China came to power in 1949,Wong returned to China,though he was relegated to obscurity due to his association with the Nationalist regime.
文摘A wonderful person,an outstanding scientist,organizer and a wise leader,–always friendly,calm and reasonable,able to appreciate humor and loving life–Igor Semenovich Zektser has passed away.Igor Zektser graduated from the Geological Faculty of Lomonosov Moscow State University(MSU).He began his scientific career as a student at the Department of Hydrogeology of MSU and,after graduation,was assigned to work in the research sector of Geological Department of MSU,where he was engaged in regional hydrodynamics.
文摘William Watt Hutchison,“Hutch”to his many friends around the world,was a Scots-born Canadian geologist who served Canada and the IUGS in myriad dynamic and creative ways.Most notably,he served as the IUGS Secretary General(1976-1980)at a pivotal time in its history,and as IUGS President(1984-1987).The same boundless energy,enthusiasm,skill in communications,and ability to foster teamwork that characterized his work with the IUGS also carried him to preeminent scientific administrative positions in the Canadian Government where he served as Director General of the Geological Survey of Canada and as Assistant Deputy Minister of Earth Sciences.His distinguished career was terminated in 1987 by his untimely death at the age of 52,following a painful struggle with cancer.
文摘The field of geomorphology is one common to all students of earth spiences.Every geographer and geologist,in going to the field,are confronted by a wealth of geomorphic phenomera and are inevitably led to speculate upon their meaning or become interested in their study.It is but-natural that in the past geographers and geologists have contributed much to increase our knowledge in geomorphology.
