From Volcanoes to Vineyards: Living with Dynamic Landscapes
18–21 October, Portland, Oregon
Topical Session T85:Coastal Problems, Micropaleontological Approaches.
Co-conveners: Laurel S. Collins (Florida International University, [email protected])
David B. Scott (Dalhousie University, [email protected])
Co-sponsors: Cushman Foundation for Foraminiferal Research Paleontological Society
Session Type: Oral
Rationale: Micropaleontological research is addressing coastal problems such as pollution, sea-level rise, and increased hurricane activity. The session topic is particularly relevant because about 50% of the world’s population lives within 50 miles of a coastline.
Friends of microfossils are welcome to the annual Cushman Foundation reception, scheduled on Tuesday evening, 7–11...