Volcanology Courses and Certifications

AGU

Fire: Mixing Volcanic Fire and Water - Crater Lakes and Volcanic Hydrology

Explore the fascinating interplay between volcanic activity and water, from Kīlauea's surprising crater lake to massive Lake Taupo, uncovering geological insights into fire-water interactions in volcanic settings.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Mauna Loa Eruption Update - Press Briefing

Experts provide real-time insights and answer questions about the ongoing Mauna Loa eruption in Hawaii, offering valuable information on volcanic activity and its implications.

• YouTube
• 42 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Tonga Volcano Eruption - One Year Later: New Research Findings

Experts discuss latest findings on the 2022 Hunga Volcano eruption, including atmospheric effects, generated storms, and future risks, providing insights into this record-breaking underwater explosion.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

SAR Measurements of Dynamic Volcanism - From Magma Supply to Lava Extrusion

Explore advanced SAR techniques for monitoring volcanic activity, from deep magma movements to surface lava flows, enhancing our understanding of eruption dynamics and hazard assessment.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

The Reginald Daly Lecture - Contributions to Volcanology, Geochemistry, and Petrology

Explore cutting-edge research in volcanology, geochemistry, or petrology through this prestigious lecture honoring Reginald Daly's contributions to Earth sciences.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

The Global Scientific Legacy of the 1980 Mount St. Helens Eruption - A 40-Year Perspective

Explore the far-reaching scientific impact of Mount St. Helens' 1980 eruption across multiple disciplines, from volcanology to ecology, and its influence on hazard assessment and emergency management.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 7 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Etna Eruption's Global Impact and Influence on Roman History - 44 BCE

Explore new evidence linking Mt. Etna's eruption to global effects in 44 BCE and uncover the mysterious fate of Santorini's residents after a catastrophic eruption 3,500 years ago.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Using Technology to Mitigate the Dangers of Airborne Volcanic Ash

Explore volcanic ash hazards and mitigation strategies using Earth science data and technology. Learn about volcano types, eruption indicators, and advanced modeling techniques for ash cloud prediction.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

New Views of the Explosive Past of Kilauea Volcano - 2011 AGU Fall Meeting

Newly discovered evidence sheds light on Kilauea's explosive history, including the deadly 1790 eruption, providing crucial insights for assessing future catastrophic events at this frequently visited volcano.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

What Can Pyroclasts Tell Us? - Fall Meeting 2012

Explore pyroclastic density currents through modeling, observations, and experiments. Gain insights into flow dynamics, deposit characteristics, and hazard implications for volcanic eruptions.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Mantle Plumes - What Do We Really Know?

Explore the latest research on mantle plumes, focusing on Hawaiian volcanoes, geochemical variations, and hotspot dynamics. Gain insights into deep Earth processes and their surface expressions.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 9 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Linking Diverse Constraints on Volcanic Unrest - 2012

Explore diverse constraints on volcanic unrest, including magma systems, ground displacements, seismicity, and gas emissions. Gain insights into monitoring techniques and eruption forecasting models.

• YouTube
• 2 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Calderas - Genesis, Evolution, and Eruption of Large Silicic Magma Chambers

Explore the formation, development, and eruption dynamics of large silicic magma chambers and calderas through cutting-edge research presentations on various volcanic systems worldwide.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Seds Online

Volcanic Contributions to the Stratigraphic Record - 9th Seds Online Student Webinar

Explore volcanic impacts on stratigraphy through tellurium proxies, tephra remobilization in Patagonia, and moisture effects on pyroclastic deposits. Gain insights into volcanic contributions to Earth's geological record.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

PoreLab

Healing of Crystal-Rich Granular Materials in Volcanic Environments by Solid-State Sintering - Implications for Fluid Flow, Deformation and Explosivity

Explore solid-state sintering in volcanic systems and its impact on eruption behavior. Discover how this process affects gas transmission, permeability, and explosive potential in volcanoes.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video