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Learn about the Haiti fault

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"In response to the recent, tragic earthquake that struck southern Haiti, we have made the following papers open access (free). These papers address the Caribbean plate and the Enriquillo-Plaintain fault line and they are listed in reverse chronological order."

To read papers compiled and suggested by the Geological Society of America about the 12 Jan. 2010 Haiti Earthquake and the Enriquillo-Plaintain Fault click here:

Submitted by P. Gaspari-Bridges, the Geosciences Librarian (Princeton Univ.)

Geology Resources: The University of Texas of the Permian Basin

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Geology Resources: The University of Texas of the Permian Basin

"The University of Texas of the Permian Basin (UTPB) has a well-regarded geology program, and they have created this engaging site to profile the geology of their unique corner of West Texas. Their geology resources page contains the following sections: "Geological Overview", "West Texas Geology", "Interesting Links", "Road Logs", "Cores & Samples & Topo Maps", and "Presentations". The "Geological Overview" area offers a brief rundown of the geological milieu surrounding the UTPB campus. Moving on, the site really comes alive in "West Texas Geology", with insightful descriptions of the Basin and Range Province, faults, folds, igneous intrusions, and a relief map of Texas. Those with a penchant for travel will be delighted with the "Road Logs" area. Essentially, they are geological tour guides for persons driving from Midland to Van Horn, the Guadalupe Mountains, and other locations. Overall, it’s a well-done site, and one that visitors will want to share with friends. "

Source: The Scout Report — November 13, 2009, Univ. of Wisconsin