Sedimentology Futures - Geoheritage, Planetary Exploration, and Technology

Explore the future of sedimentology in this 52-minute talk that delves into geoheritage, planetary exploration, and technological advancements. Learn about the importance of geoheritage sites in advancing scientific knowledge, understanding geodiversity, and addressing climate change. Discover the role of sedimentology in planetary exploration, particularly on Mars, and its significance in the search for extraterrestrial life. Examine the potential of microbial life in terrestrial authigenic minerals and their detection as biosignatures. Gain insights into how digital technology is revolutionizing sedimentology research, from data collection to visualization and sharing. Investigate topics such as the Basque Geo Park, micro concretions, calcium sulfite veins, soft sediment deformation, and Earth analogs for planetary studies. Explore new directions in the field, including the evolution of minerals, open access research, and the impact of AI tools like ChatGPT on sedimentology. Understand the connections between geoheritage landscapes, planetary explorations, and technological innovations that are shaping the exciting frontier of sedimentology's future.