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2 March 2026

Popularised following the Wall Street crash of 1929, the comment “When America sneezes, the world catches a cold” is becoming increasingly appropriate....

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Where’s my print edition?

13 January 2026

We occasionally hear from Fellows perplexed as to why they haven’t received print copies of Geoscientist. Members of the Geological Society are entitled...

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1 December 2025

Volunteers are the lifeblood of the Geological Society. By contributing their time, expertise, and enthusiasm across a remarkably wide range of activities,...

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Have Your Say!

1 September 2025

We want to hear from you! As part of our ongoing commitment to delivering the best content possible, we’re launching a readership survey – and...

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Editor’s Welcome

1 September 2025

Mumma, what is nature?” asked my then-three-year-old daughter. “Hmm. If it’s made by humans, then it’s not nature,” I replied. She thought for...

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20 May 2025

Earth’s magnetic field is critical to our daily lives. The field, which extends far into space, not only provides a vital protective barrier against...

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Past Content

8 April 2025

We’re sorry but the article you are looking for is currently unavailable. All back issues of Geoscientist (from 2009 onwards) are available here. Geoscientist...

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3 March 2025

If you have reached this page, you have somehow managed to prise your eyes away from our breathtaking wraparound cover – an original, previously unexhibited...

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