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A student is immersed in their presentation during the Earth Sciences Graduate Symposium.

A student is immersed in their presentation during the Earth Sciences Graduate Symposium.

Department of Earth Sciences Grad Symposium 2025

Graduate students showcase their research and theories in the field of Earth Sciences.

June 13, 2025 — 

Graduate students from the Department of Earth Sciences at the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources presented their research during the annual Earth Sciences Graduate Symposium this year.

With nineteen students presenting their research, the annual Graduate Symposium brought together a wide range of topics to discuss. This year, these presentations were held in the Klaus Hochheim Memorial Theatre in the Wallace Building.

Students prepared research presentations ranging from sources of organic carbon in sub-arctic seagrass, to assessing the influence of mining on fish, to exploring the geochemistry and petrography of pegmatites associated with critical element mineralization.

Many of the presentations had their research localized in Canada, emphasizing the rich and complex history of the country’s geology and geography. From the formation of Canada’s water bodies, to the impacts of mining, each study highlighted the unique environmental forces that have shaped the region.

The presentations showcased diverse approaches, from detailed field studies to advanced modeling techniques, demonstrating the multifaceted nature of Canada’s earth sciences. This body of work not only deepens our understanding of Canada’s physical landscape but also emphasizes the ongoing importance of preserving these landscapes in the face of climate change and industrial development.

Although these are only some of the topics covered during this year’s symposium, a full program with abstracts that detail each student’s research is available on request.

Browse through the image carousel below to catch a glimpse of the students and their enthusiasm during presentations.

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