Volcano Monitoring and Magma Movement Fundamentals
Explore advanced volcanic surveillance combining satellite technology and ground instruments to analyze magmatic behavior and forecast eruption scenarios.
Explore advanced volcanic surveillance combining satellite technology and ground instruments to analyze magmatic behavior and forecast eruption scenarios.
Dive into the science of volcano monitoring with this comprehensive course from UIcelandX. Learn how to track magma movements using diverse monitoring techniques including seismology, geodesy, and satellite observations. Understand volcanic unrest indicators, ground deformation patterns, and gas emissions analysis. Study real-world cases including the 2010 Eyjafjallajökull eruption. Master interpretation of monitoring data for eruption prediction and hazard assessment. Explore theoretical models of subsurface processes and practical applications in volcano monitoring network design.
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What you'll learn
Understand volcanic plumbing systems and magma movement patterns
Master various volcano monitoring techniques including seismology and geodesy
Analyze ground deformation patterns using satellite and ground-based methods
Interpret volcanic gas data for magma movement analysis
Apply theoretical models to interpret volcano deformation
Develop skills in monitoring network design
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There are 6 modules in this course
This comprehensive course explores volcano monitoring techniques and magma movement analysis. Students learn about various monitoring methods including seismology, geodesy, and satellite observations. The curriculum covers volcanic unrest indicators, ground deformation patterns, and volcanic gas analysis. Real-world case studies, including the 2010 Eyjafjallajökull eruption, provide practical insights. Students learn to interpret monitoring data, understand theoretical models, and design monitoring networks. The course emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical applications in volcano monitoring and hazard assessment.
Introduction to Volcanic Plumbing Systems and Volcano Seismology
Module 1
Volcano Geodesy
Module 2
Magma, Volcanic Gas and Eruptions
Module 3
Volcano Deformation Models
Module 4
Case Studies of Volcano Unrest and Eruptions
Module 5
More Case Studies and Summary
Module 6
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Instructors
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Distinguished Geophysicist and Volcanic Research Pioneer
Dr. Freysteinn Sigmundsson serves as Research Professor at the Nordic Volcanological Center within the Institute of Earth Sciences at the University of Iceland, where he has established himself as a leading authority in volcano geodesy and tectonic processes. After completing his Ph.D. in geophysics from the University of Colorado in 1992, following his BS and MS degrees from the University of Iceland, he has made significant contributions to understanding volcanic and tectonic processes, particularly through his work on magma movements and the Earth's response to climate change. His research impact is evidenced by over 90 scientific publications and his influential book "Iceland Geodynamics, Crustal Deformation and Divergent Plate Tectonics" (Springer, 2006). As coordinator of the European FUTUREVOLC project (2012-2016) and point of contact for the Icelandic Volcanoes permanent geohazard supersite, he has led groundbreaking initiatives in volcanic monitoring and hazard evaluation
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Distinguished Volcanologist and Environmental Impact Researcher
Dr. Evgenia Ilyinskaya serves as Associate Professor at the Institute of Geophysics and Tectonics, University of Leeds, where she specializes in volcanic gases and aerosol particles research. After completing her Ph.D. in Volcanology from the University of Cambridge and B.Sc. in Geology from Royal Holloway, University of London, she has established herself as a leading authority in monitoring volcanic activity and its environmental impacts. Her career includes pioneering work at the Icelandic Meteorological Office, where she implemented volcanic gas measurements as a monitoring tool, and significant contributions at the British Geological Survey. Her research spans active volcanoes across Iceland, Central America, Hawaii, Antarctica, and Japan, focusing on sampling and analyzing volcanic emissions. As lead compiler of the Catalogue of Icelandic Volcanoes and principal investigator of the 'Unseen but not unfelt' project at Masaya volcano in Nicaragua, she continues to advance the field of volcanology while teaching undergraduate courses ranging from introductory chemistry to specialized volcanic processes at Leeds.
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