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Hello again We invite you to submit abstracts to the following sessions at the Fall AGU Meeting 3-7 December, 2012 in San Francisco, http://fallmeeting.agu.org/2012/. NB: The deadline for abstract submissions is 8 August 2012 23:59 EDT/03:59 +1 GMT ********** *** Session T021 – How well do we predict fractures (and their patterns)? Invited Speakers Atilla Aydin, Stanford USA Steve Micklethwaite, UWA Australia Ze’ev Reches, Oklahoma USA James Verdon, Bristol UK Integrating data with models (numerical, theoretical or analogue) is now commonplace. How well do models of brittle failure perform? How do we measure 'success' or 'fit' in fracture prediction? Data can serve as inputs and benchmarks for models, and yet remain noisy and incomplete. Models are predictive but may also be restricting, given their necessary simplifications. Our scope includes both individual fractures and their patterns and populations. We seek submissions that critically examine the relationship between lab and/or field data and theoretical, numerical or analogue models. What are the best methods to refine this cycle of measure/model/predict/validate? As we assess the 'fit' of our observed data and model predictions how does this help us to understand, for example, fault-related damage or fold-related fractures? Convenors Dave Healy, University of Aberdeen - [log in to unmask] Steve Martel, University of Hawaii Ian Main, University of Edinburgh Tom Blenkinsop, James Cook University *** Session ED013 - Cognition: a key factor in Interpretation and visualisation? We are encouraging submissions from geoscientists to an education session ‘Cognition: a key factor in Interpretation and visualisation? Please note that as this is an education session and you are therefore eligible to submit an abstract to this session as well as a topic session – maximise your AGU impact! Our key note speakers are: Tim Shipley (Research in Spatial Cognition -Psychology, Temple), Kim Kastens (Geoscience- education specialist, Columbia), Eric Riggs (Co-Director of the Center for Research and Engagement in Science and Mathematics Education , Purdue) and Steve Anderson (Director of Mathematics and Science Teaching Institute, Northern Colorado). Has the best Earth scientist seen the most rocks? Or the one who can best apply their knowledge? This session investigates the use and impact of cognition and techniques on interpretation and visualisation. With global resource and environmental challenges, training scientists to apply skills and knowledge effectively is crucial. Use of 3D visualisation through digital models for teaching, research and in the workplace is common. Visualization and interpretation in 2D to create realistic 3D models, and understanding model uncertainties, is an important element of their effective use. We encourage submissions from pedagogic and geological research and industrial application, on interpretation and visualisation in Earth science. Conveners Clare Bond, University of Aberdeen - [log in to unmask] Bob Krantz, ConocoPhillips Carol Ormand, Carleton College Iain Stewart, University of Plymouth ********** Cheers, Dave Dr Dave Healy School of Geosciences King's College University of Aberdeen AB24 3UE Tel: +44 (0) 1224 273850 Mob: +44 (0) 7774 343705 Skype: mongo1965 Web page Published papers Training courses