Workshop 1: Geophysics for Geohazards

Geophysical techniques play a pivotal role for assessing, monitoring and mitigating Geohazards in general. There are two fields of applications, namely earthquakes and slope instabilities, where geophysics is particularly prominent. In this workshop, we will discuss state-of-the-art technologies and fruitful avenues of future research related with these two topics. Besides highlighting well-known methods from applied geophysics, we would like to put a particular emphasis on the links with related fields, such as geotechnical engineering. 

Possible topics include:

• Site effects;
  
• Advances in near-surface imaging, processing, and inversion for geohazard applications;
  
• Monitoring structural changes;
  
• Improved ground models for site characterization, monitoring and early warning systems;
  
• Geophysical methods to identify permafrost;
  
• Rock slides and landslides;
  
• Offshore applications;
  
• Machine learning techniques to bridge the gap between the geophysical data and parameters needed for geotechnical applications. 
  

However, these lists are by no means exclusive, and we very much welcome contributions highlighting other aspects. The workshop will comprise (i) keynote lectures from experts in the corresponding fields, (ii) contributed presentations and (iii) an open forum, during which the workshop participants can share their experiences with the workshop participants by presenting key challenges or solutions. 

Preliminary schedule:

Please note that this programme may be subject to change.