USGS Multimedia Gallery Audio Set for: Geology http://gallery.usgs.gov/ en-us A list of the latest audio files and podcasts added to the U.S. Geological Survey's Multimedia Gallery (http://gallery.usgs.gov). http://gallery.usgs.gov/images/USGS.gif USGS http://gallery.usgs.gov/ <![CDATA[EDMAP: Training the Next Generation of Geoscientists]]> Geologic maps record the distribution of rock and soil materials at Earth's surface and help decision makers identify and protect valuable resources, avoid risks from natural hazards, and make wise land use choices.

Randy Orndorff, Associate Program Coordinator for the USGS National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program, talks about the grant for the academic component of the USGS NCGMP called EDMAP. He explains the importance of the EDMAP program, describes some of the benefits for involved university students and professors, and describes how to apply for the grant.

]]> Danielle Eganhouse http://gallery.usgs.gov/audios/304 http://gallery.usgs.gov/audios/304 Fri, 4 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EST geology maps grant university GeologicMapping education <![CDATA[Coral Concern: The World's Reefs Face Big Issues]]> Coral reefs are one of Earth's most beautiful and vital ecosystems—and they are declining at a rapid pace.

Mike Field, Chief of the USGS Pacific Coral Reef Project, talks about the importance of coral reefs and how pollution, climate change, and other factors are affecting them.

]]> David Hebert http://gallery.usgs.gov/audios/282 http://gallery.usgs.gov/audios/282 Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST coral geology water marine ecosystems