BGS Collections @BGS_Collections

@BritGeoSurvey holds 400+ datasets, including environmental monitoring data, digital databases, borehole core, rocks, minerals, fossils, records & archives 🔬 bgs.ac.uk United Kingdom Joined March 2016

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British Geological Survey @BritGeoSurvey

a year ago

Our lives are intrinsically linked with the Earth 🌎 Since 1835, we've been at the forefront of geological research, helping us understand and protect our planet. We're addressing global challenges and advancing towards a sustainable future. 👉 bgs.ac.uk

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BGS Collections @BGS_Collections

2 years ago

A fantastic resource for the professional or the curious.

BGS Building Stones @BGSbldngStones

2 years ago

A fantastic resource for the professional or the curious.

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BGS Collections @BGS_Collections

2 years ago

A fine day for a spot of fishing at the @LyellCentre @BGS_Scotland

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BGS Collections @BGS_Collections

3 years ago

It was great hosting you both. Glad we could help. The specimens are packed & almost ready for collection 😁

Matt Friedman @Friedman_Lab

3 years ago

It was great hosting you both. Glad we could help. The specimens are packed & almost ready for collection 😁

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BGS Collections @BGS_Collections

3 years ago

BBC News - Impact crater may be dinosaur killer's baby cousin bbc.co.uk/news/science-e…

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BGS Collections @BGS_Collections

3 years ago

What better time to show this block of stone from our Building Stones collection than the 190th anniversary of Sir Walter Scott's death? MC5845 from the Binny Quarry, the source of the building materials for the spectacular Scott Monument. tinyurl.com/MC5845

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Chris Jackson @chrojackson

3 years ago

We're looking for 3 hydrogeologists to join @BritGeoSurvey @BGSGroundwater. Lots of interesting projects seeking to understand #groundwater systems in the UK and around the world supporting their sustainable management. bgs.ac.uk/download/vacan… Please RT

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BGS Collections @BGS_Collections

3 years ago

Belladrum rocks! and is the BGS archive 🤘😁 Sample S44098 from Balblair pit near Beauly is a Hornblende Granodiorite. See more details tinyurl.com/S44098 @BelladrumFest

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BGS Collections @BGS_Collections

3 years ago

Nice to see the excellent work on the casting and moulding of the originals by @BGS_Collections staff being worked with such amazing results.

British Geological Survey @BritGeoSurvey

3 years ago

Nice to see the excellent work on the casting and moulding of the originals by @BGS_Collections staff being worked with such amazing results.

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BGS Collections @BGS_Collections

3 years ago

Many congratulations and very well done Kirstie @rocksandwiggles and Henk @northsea_henk. Recognition of your hard work in sourcing and preparing the material for distribution.

The Geological Society @GeolSoc

3 years ago

Many congratulations and very well done Kirstie @rocksandwiggles and Henk @northsea_henk. Recognition of your hard work in sourcing and preparing the material for distribution.

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BGS Collections @BGS_Collections

3 years ago

Many congratulations to both recipients, but especially the BGS' @DrAMonaghan 😁

The Geological Society @GeolSoc

3 years ago

Many congratulations to both recipients, but especially the BGS' @DrAMonaghan 😁

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British Geological Survey @BritGeoSurvey

3 years ago

In 2019, the @FiveDeeps Expedition provided a rare and exciting opportunity to explore and observe the biodiversity and geodiversity of these deep-sea environments. BGS' @HeatherMarGeo was part of the #FiveDeeps team. Read more: ow.ly/K3Ea50JsaYZ #WorldOceansDay

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BGS Collections @BGS_Collections

3 years ago

Looking forward to hearing about the dives and the science that follows.

J Murray Roberts @jmurrayroberts

3 years ago

Looking forward to hearing about the dives and the science that follows.

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BGS Collections @BGS_Collections

3 years ago

The not so glamorous side of core viewing. Putting the material back on the shelves. It's a bit like unpacking after a great holiday: essential but you could do without it 😁

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JOIDES Resolution @TheJR

3 years ago

We need a new, state-of-the-art U.S. drilling vessel. Apply *now* to attend the May 17-18 community workshop that will develop Science Mission Requirements for such a vessel. This is our future; your voice is critical! Deadline to apply is April 22. bit.ly/3JX9A0y

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BGS Collections @BGS_Collections

4 years ago

Just taken the 150,000th drill core image @BritGeoSurvey Keyworth! Images are made available at ow.ly/PZmS50Ip4MS under Open Govt Licence. Well done to all our technicians who work hard to produce these images!