Dear all,
2017 is to be the "Year of Risk" for the Geological Society,
and it is encouraging members to propose conferences on
this subject. If BGA members have any ideas for
conferences on this subject, then we can probably get
them organised through the GeolSoc, even if you are
RAS BGA members. Let us know.
Regards,
Sheila Peacock,
British Geophysical Association.
The Year of Risk
After two successful themed years, plans are underway for 2017 - the Year of Risk.
Themed years are at the heart of the Society’s science strategy <http://report.mynewsletterbuilder.com/t.js?s=57cd9c3cf00dcf24020037f2&u=36812900&v=3&key=3d70&skey=aab0b04194&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.geolsoc.org.uk%2FScienceStrategy%3Futm_medium%3Demail%26utm_source%3DMyNewsletterBuilder%26utm_content%3D%23subscriber_id%23%26utm_campaign%3DThe%2BGSL%2BNewsletter%2B-%2BIssue%2B290%2B-%2BThe%2BYear%2Bof%2BRisk%2B1412690036%26utm_term%3Dscience%2Bstrategy>, and throughout 2017 we will explore the concept of risk in the context of the geosciences, through research conferences, lectures, our education programme and other activities.
As well as exploring the nature and causes of geohazards, the Year of Risk <http://report.mynewsletterbuilder.com/t.js?s=57cd9c3cf00dcf24020037f2&u=36812902&v=3&key=c836&skey=aab0b04194&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.geolsoc.org.uk%2Frisk_17%3Futm_medium%3Demail%26utm_source%3DMyNewsletterBuilder%26utm_content%3D%23subscriber_id%23%26utm_campaign%3DThe%2BGSL%2BNewsletter%2B-%2BIssue%2B290%2B-%2BThe%2BYear%2Bof%2BRisk%2B1412690036%26utm_term%3DYear%2Bof%2BRisk> will provide an opportunity to share and debate emerging research into the science of risk, the public perception of risk and risk management. Events throughout the year will involve scientists, policy-makers, social scientists, economists, insurers, the media and modellers.
*Get Involved!*
The Science Committee is now inviting proposals for Geological Society conferences to take place during the Year of Risk. To suggest a meeting topic or activity contact Georgina Worrall <mailto:[log in to unmask]>.
Events will be listed on the Year of Risk <http://report.mynewsletterbuilder.com/t.js?s=57cd9c3cf00dcf24020037f2&u=36812902&v=3&key=c836&skey=aab0b04194&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.geolsoc.org.uk%2Frisk_17%3Futm_medium%3Demail%26utm_source%3DMyNewsletterBuilder%26utm_content%3D%23subscriber_id%23%26utm_campaign%3DThe%2BGSL%2BNewsletter%2B-%2BIssue%2B290%2B-%2BThe%2BYear%2Bof%2BRisk%2B1412690036%26utm_term%3DYear%2Bof%2BRisk> webpage.
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