The World Needs Geoscientists
From the energy transition and climate change to natural disasters and drought, geoscientists are at the forefront of solving society's critical issues.
Join a Unique Geosciences Community
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.
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.
Latest News
Features
Into the Glacial Abyss
December 9, 2024
A Jackson School-led mission took a historic dive to Greenland’s glaciers in search of answers to sea level rise.
Features
New Climate Degree
December 8, 2024
The story of how the school’s newest major came to be — and how it’s preparing undergraduate students for climate careers.
Features
The Science of Birdsong
December 8, 2024
Little is known about the form, function and evolution of the syrinx — the unique vocal organ of birds. New research is changing that.
Features
Energy University
December 3, 2024
What starts here powers the world. The Jackson School is leading the way in energy research at UT.
Dean's Desk
Interim Jackson School Dean and USGS Director Chip Groat Passes Away
March 18, 2025
Today, we received the sad news of the passing of Dr. Chip Groat on Friday, March 14th, 2025, shortly before his 85th birthday. Dr. Groat…
Media Releases
World-Class Mexican Minerals Join the Jackson School of Geosciences Collection
March 10, 2025
Sparkling with rich inky blues and vibrant greens, you don’t need to be a geologist to appreciate the 40 Mexican ore minerals that recently joined…
Media Releases
Researchers Quantify the Way Rivers Bend, Opening Up the Possibility for Identifying Origins of Channels on Other Planets
March 5, 2025
Whether it’s rivers cutting through earth, lava melting through rock, or water slicing through ice, channels all twist and bend in a seemingly similar back-and-forth…