64th Kentucky Geological Survey Annual Seminar

This year’s seminar highlights recent advances in geoscience and hydrogeology research across Kentucky, focusing on karst landscapes, groundwater systems, and natural hazard assessment. The innovative projects discussed include the integration of LiDAR and machine learning to map and monitor sinkholes in the Barren River Area Development District, significantly enhancing hazard evaluation and infrastructure risk assessment, as well as the use of drone-based thermal imaging and subsurface sensors to study groundwater flow and elevation changes across the region. A moderated panel will also provide updates on the Climate Resilience through Multidisciplinary Big Data Learning, Prediction & Building Response Systems (CLIMBS) initiative, and new EPSCoR-supported labs, highlighting interdisciplinary strategies for environmental monitoring and enhancing infrastructure resilience.
 

In addition to research presentations, participants can choose between two hands-on workshops that explore the practical application of Kentucky Geological Survey (KGS) landslide data for mitigation planning, as well as advanced methods for characterizing limestone aquifers using both core samples and field borehole logging tools.
   
A light breakfast and boxed lunches will be provided during the morning sessions at the Jacobs Science Building.