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The Jackson School of Geosciences combines three world-class integrated units to offer a depth and breadth of educational and research opportunities found at no other institution. All three have a global reputation and some of the world's best experts in their scientific disciplines. The combination makes the Jackson School a truly unique place to pursue an education and conduct research. Click on the links below to explore the amazing research being conducted at each unit.

Department of Geological Sciences

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Geological Sciences

Bureau of Economic Geology

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Institute for Geophysics

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Making a Global Impact


Research at the Jackson School of Geosciences spans the planet. From mountain tops to ocean trenches, from Texas to Antarctica, Jackson School scientists are looking for answers to some of the most difficult and important questions facing our world. This map contains just a few highlights of that research. For more, see Jackson School News.

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Latest News


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Features

Saving Austin’s Water


December 5, 2022

Scientists from the Department of Geological Sciences are teaming up with the City of Austin to help protect the city’s water supply for the next century.

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Features

Field Geology in Virtual Reality


December 5, 2022

What do you do when you can’t reach an outcrop? Virtual visits are an option Jackson School scientists are exploring to recreate and enhance the experience of visiting important geological sites.

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Features

The Next Big One


November 29, 2022

Earthquakes are unpredictable natural disasters. UTIG researchers are working to change that by learning all they can about the subduction zones that generate the most destructive ones.

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Features

Things You Should Know About Jackson School Labs


November 22, 2022

The Jackson School is home to dozens of laboratory facilities. Learn more about them and some of the research happening inside.

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Texas Geosciences Blog

Listen Up: JSG scientists launch podcasts


March 30, 2023

Looking to add more geosciences to your podcast lineup? Scientists at the Jackson School of Geosciences can help. Learn more about the two podcasts recently…

Texas Port Partners with UT Scientists to Store its Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Media Releases

Texas Port Partners with UT Scientists to Store its Greenhouse Gas Emissions


March 29, 2023

Scientists at the Bureau of Economic Geology at the University of Texas Jackson School of Geosciences are helping the Port of Corpus Christi determine if…

Beaver Fossil Named After Buc-ee’s

Media Releases

Beaver Fossil Named After Buc-ee’s


March 27, 2023

A new species of ancient beaver that was rediscovered by researchers in The University of Texas at Austin’s fossil collections has been named after Buc-ee’s,…

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