Natural DisastersAugust 31, 2019
A New Lake Grows in Kilauea Caldera
A very different kind of lake is growing inside Halema‘uma‘u crater
Stories by Dana Hunter
A confirmed adorer of the good science of rock-breaking, Dana Hunter explores geology with an emphasis on volcanic processes, geology news, and the intersection of science and society. Her home away from SciAm is Dana Hunter's Unconformity
Space & PhysicsAugust 26, 2019
GeoBits: The Astounding Volcanism of Other Worlds
The volcanoes on other worlds make our wildest fire mountains look positively tame
Natural DisastersAugust 20, 2019
No Apparent Danger: The Book Every Volcano-Monitoring Skeptic Should Read Right Now
A horrifying case study in the importance of watching the active volcanoes in our midst
EarthAugust 1, 2019
Mount Rainier in One Easy-ish Day: From Mud to Meadows
Massive mudflows, mountain views and marvelous meadows await as we take a trip up Mount Rainier
Natural DisastersJuly 24, 2019
Geo Bits: Cascadia Edition
Fear and fascination haunts the Cascadia subduction zone in this collection of recent articles
Space & PhysicsJuly 20, 2019
Apollo 11 and Beyond: Doing Geology on the Moon
Happy 50th anniversary, Apollo 11! Look at all the lunar geology the mission kicked off
PolicyJuly 4, 2019
$2.5 Million Taken from National Parks for Trump's Bombastic 4th of July Display
This event is costing America a lot more than her dignity
Space & PhysicsJuly 3, 2019
GeoBits: Lunar Exploration Edition
In this edition, I'll see you on the dark side of the moon
Natural DisastersJune 30, 2019
Oregon Is About to Get a Lot More Hazardous
State leadership is failing its citizens—and there will be a body count
EarthJune 25, 2019
What We Can Learn from These Marvelous Out-of-Context Rocks
Come visit some very unusual sedimentary rocks on Seattle's Richmond Beach
Natural DisastersJune 1, 2019
Why Peru’s M8 Earthquake Was Damaging but Not Catastrophic
Not all magnitude 8 earthquakes are created equal. Find out what separates merely devastating from completely catastrophic
Natural DisastersMay 23, 2019
Has the “Sea Serpent” Seismic Mystery Been Solved?
A team of geologists believe they’ve discovered the origin of the sea serpent seismic signal heard around the world last November. The answer could involve future volcanic tsunamis
Natural DisastersMay 18, 2019
39 Years Ago Today: The Big Ba-Boom
Thirty-nine years ago today, Mount St. Helens erupted in a rare lateral blast and changed volcanology forever
Natural DisastersMay 3, 2019
A Dramatic Year for Kilauea Volcano
Hawaii's feisty young volcano has gone through massive changes in the last 365 days. Today we take a look back at the Lower East Rift Zone eruption and its aftermath.
EarthApril 30, 2019
Diamonds: Tears of the Gods
Diamonds are the April birthstone. They aren’t forever, but they are geologically remarkable
ConservationApril 25, 2019
How to See the Grand Canyon without Dying
Death and serious injury stalk one of the most spectacular geological sites in the world. Learn how you can protect yourself while enjoying the views
Natural DisastersApril 15, 2019
The Brief Life of Jackson Lake
This tiny, short-lived lake is a perfect example of a volcano's power to create and a river's power to destroy
EarthApril 5, 2019
Geopuzzle: One of These Three Postulations Is Right Out
Can you determine the least likely scenario?
EarthMarch 31, 2019
Aquamarine: A Neptunian Stone's Plutonic Origin Story
Aquamarine is the birthstone for March. Its origins and variety may surprise you
EarthMarch 26, 2019
Geological Society of London Celebrates the First Female Fellows
An important upcoming conference on women in the geosciences happens on May 21st
Natural DisastersMarch 20, 2019
The Underappreciated Threat of Volcanic Tsunamis
Tsunamis caused by volcanoes are responsible for nearly a quarter of all deaths caused by eruptions, yet we have only now started to understand them.
EarthMarch 8, 2019
GeoBits: International Women's Day Edition
To all the girls who love rocks, and the women who followed their passion despite the odds. Happy International Women's Day!
EarthFebruary 28, 2019
The Origin of Amethysts May Leave You Tingly
Amethyst is the February birthstone. Learn why its color is positively radiant
ConservationFebruary 26, 2019
Happy Centennial, Grand Canyon!
Grand Canyon National Park turned 100 last week. Find out more about this phenomenal geologic treasure through some excellent books and videos