Dear All,
this is a kind invitation for the Doctoral School Seminar on Thursday, May 18th 2023 at 4:30 PM CEST.
Attendance is free, please connect a few minutes in advance. Details of the connection are provided below the abstract.
➡️ Michael Cassidy (University Birmingham, University of Cambridge):
"Huge volcanic eruptions: time to prepare."
Abstract:
Large magnitude eruptions have the potential to have both huge regional impacts close to the volcano and potentially catastrophic impacts on a global scale, such as abrupt cooling of the climate by up to a several degrees. The likelihood of such an eruption 1 in 6 this century, yet despite this fact, the world is ill-prepared for an eruption of this magnitude. The potential consequences of a large eruption will be discussed, along with what could be done to mitigate such an event now and in the future, including volcano geoengineering and the ethics around such activities.
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You may join the meeting via a web browser, but we highly recommend using the Webex application, which is more stable. Everyone who plans to participate in our seminars, please install the application before the meeting.
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➡️ General rules for the Seminar:
1. The seminar is recorded and may be presented on the web/Social Media
2. By joining the seminar you agree to it.
3. Please, keep your cameras off and microphones muted during the seminar.
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We wish you a fruitful meeting!