Department of Earth Sciences

The Department of Earth Sciences focuses on studying the Earth's physical properties, processes, and history. It explores topics like geology (rocks and landforms), mineralogy, paleontology (fossils), and the Earth's atmosphere and oceans. Researchers analyze how the Earth's interior works, how natural resources are formed, and assess natural hazards like earthquakes and volcanoes. By understanding these processes, the department contributes to resource management, environmental protection, and natural disaster mitigation. It combines fieldwork, laboratory analysis, and computer modeling to deepen our knowledge of our planet and its ongoing changes.