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Radar Eyes on Peat: Mapping Hidden Landslide Risks Across Scotland

Peatlands are more than just soft, soggy ground. In Scotland, they cover vast, remote, and ecologically significant areas—and they are increasingly the focus of environmental restoration efforts. Bu...

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Advanced Modelling for Deep Burial Structures in France

In the heart of France’s Callovo-Oxfordian (COx) claystone, a complex challenge unfolds—how do we safely seal radioactive waste for thousands of years? Enter Cigéo: the French National Radioactive Wa...

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Risk Management in Mining: The Importance of Geotechnical Analysis

Geotechnical analysis involves studying the physical properties of soil and rock to determine their behavior under stress, which is crucial in mining environments. This analysis supports constructing...

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7,000 Buildings at Risk: The Sinking of Alexandria

Once a beacon of civilization, Alexandria, the historic Egyptian port city founded by Alexander the Great, is now fighting for survival against rising sea levels. A recent study warns that saltwater...

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California’s Shifting Ground: NASA Unveils the Growing Landslide Crisis

The Palos Verdes Peninsula in Southern California has long been home to slow-moving landslides. For decades, the region's landscape has inched toward the Pacific, reshaping communities and infrastruc...

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Geotechnical Engineering 2032 Boom: Trends, Challenges, and Emerging Opportunities

Geotechnical engineering is at the core of modern infrastructure, ensuring the stability of buildings, roads, tunnels, and bridges. With increasing urbanization and large-scale infrastructure project...

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Satellite Technology and AI: The Future of Dam Monitoring and Disaster Prevention

Dams are among the most critical pieces of infrastructure worldwide, yet their failures can be catastrophic, leading to loss of life, economic devastation, and environmental destruction. Traditional...

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From Tremors to Insights: AI Enhances Seismic Prediction in Santorini

The picturesque island of Santorini, known for its stunning landscapes and rich geological history, is currently facing a surge in seismic activity. As earthquakes continue to rattle the region, scie...

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45% of Himachal Pradesh at Risk of Landslides and Floods – What Can Be Done?

A recent geospatial study has revealed that over 45% of Himachal Pradesh is highly susceptible to landslides, floods, and avalanches. Researchers conducted hazard mapping to identify high-risk zones...

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117,260 paper downloads in 2024 for the ISSMGE International Journal of Geoengineering Case Histories!

The ISSMGE International Journal of Geoengineering Case Histories is proud to announce that its papers were downloaded 117,260 times in 2024 (up 17% from 100,103 downloads in 2023). The Internationa...

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