CMES Earth - The University of Utah

Welcome to the department of geology & geophysics

As Geoscientists, we apply the principles of chemistry, physics, mathematics, and biology to understand the composition, structure, and history of the Earth and the processes that govern it. Our students use this knowledge to address societal needs and problems, such as locating and characterizing mineral, energy, and groundwater resources, assessing seismic and other geologic hazards, and evaluating and remediating environmental contamination.

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Student presenting at GSA

GSA Connects 2024 Recap.

We had an incredible time at GSA this year! We had several students present their research, we had students, faculty, and alumni win awards, and had a great alumni reception.

University of Utah Geology and Geophysics Virtual Graduate Student Recruiting Event.

Click the link above for details on our virtual recruiting event. RSVP here.

Kip Solomon in his lab

Kip Solomon's Covenant with Water & Winning the Meinzer Award.

If anyone has the authority to make policy and practical management suggestions related to groundwater, it is Kip Solomon.

Utah Forge Receives $80 Million to Continue the Project Through 2028.

An agreement has been signed between the U.S. Department of Energy & the Utah Frontier Observatory for Research in Geothermal Energy (informally known as Utah FORGE) to continue the project through 2028.