This week my little brother graduated with a MArch and my sister with a PhD. I got my PhD some years ago. This is not a small thing for a family where mum did only primary school and dad got a technical diploma. Can't think of all that it took from them to take us here 💜 So proud of my cuchos 👵🧓

Se va a armar un Parra don en el cielo! Totó la Momposina, gracias por llevar el folclor del caribe colombiano a todo el mundo 🇨🇴🪘 youtu.be/3wN5YcDTx0Y?...

Nothing better for the productivity of your Friday afternoon than an evacuation alarm!

An analysis of 141 films since 1919 finds geologists are usually portrayed as likable characters, though nearly a third of on-screen geologists die, most often by murder or geological events. doi.org/hb3tq4

Today I visited the Core Research Centre (CRC) from the Alberta Energy Regulator. I knew they had lots of cores, but this really blew my mind! And the best part: everything organised, documented and ACCESSIBLE! We might organise something here for the @igc2028canada.bsky.social ⚒️

This morning, two trucks were blocking the bike lane on 12 Av in Sunalta. No warning signage or any alternative options for people wheeling or biking. The construction workers weren’t happy that I was taking photos. #yyc #yycbike

The geology of the tour the Flanders ⚒️🚲

The 1st circular for the next International Geological Congress is out! Check all the themes to propose scientific sessions 👇 I’ll be paying attention to all things mineral resources and science policy 🧪⚒️

Critical minerals are at the center of Canada’s economic & energy future, but policy isn’t as simple as it sounds. This blog, written by one of my students at the @ucalgary.bsky.social School of Public Policy, walks through how federal decisions are actually made (and why it matters).

"Africa sits at the center of future supply chains, yet often at the margins of technological design and value capture" "Strategic investment in high-res surveys, lab networks, and regional centers of geoscience excellence could allow African states to negotiate from a position of strength"

Great podcast by @murosinvisibles.bsky.social on the ridiculous charges Trump is trying to fabricate against President Petro (probably in an attempt to frighten him with the Maduro example). They're also trying to invent a fentanyl connection even though South American countries aren't involved!

Hey #yyc there is a new @ucalgary.bsky.social ERTHx talk & you are all invited! Venus as a Potentially Habitable Planet by Dr. Seager "While Venus’ surface is extremely hot, the planet’s upper atmosphere may offer conditions that could support complex chemistry and potentially life. Details below

📣 In celebration of yesterday's International Women's Day, let us all take a moment to listen, reflect, and take action. International Women's Day is a moment to acknowledge the progress we have made, but also the barriers that shape careers, experiences, and connections in geology and beyond. 1/7

En mi familia tenemos opiniones sobre política tan opuestas, que incluso decidimos no tocar el tema en casa para evitar peleas. Pero si en algo estamos de acuerdo, es que hay que votar 🇨🇴

No estoy de acuerdo. Las decisiones que se toman en Bogotá nos afectan bastante a quienes estamos afuera. A todas estas, ¿alguien tiene recomendaciones de un sitio para mirar los perfiles de las candidaturas para la curul de colombianos en el exterior? A hacer el voto consciente así valga poco

Super proud of my sister who defended her doctoral thesis today. Her work has impacted the lives of many victims of the Colombian conflict. I’m always impressed of how she deeply cares for the people and her excellent thesis is a testimony to that

Yo aquí sacando pecho por mi hermana Ana C. Guatame que hoy defendió su tesis de doctorado en la #UniversidadNacional 👏🏽👏🏽 Un trabajo hecho con mucha dedicación y que puede tener un impacto en la sociedad colombiana.

He’s still a pedo no matter how many world leaders he kidnaps or kills.

We are delighted to share the WIM Success Lab - a new initiative by the International WIM Alliance. 🌏 The WIM Success Lab is an incredible new initiative designed to bring together lived experience and structured learning. It is built to be accessible and relevant to the minerals industry. ⚒️ 1/3

Can’t believe I got up at 5:30 on a Sunday to go to a pub, but wow this is fun (and nerve wracking!) 🇨🇦

I hate to check on Google translate when I'm writing in Spanish to find words that just don't come easily to my head. Odio tener que consultar el traductor de Google cuando escribo en español para encontrar palabras que no me vienen fácilmente a la cabeza. (Originally written in English... sigh)

❄️Be a Snow Angel! This means lending a hand to clear a neighbour's sidewalk. It's helpful for seniors & anyone who has trouble getting around. If there’s a Snow Angel that you would like to thank, download a recognition certificate at calgary.ca/SnowAngels or call 311 to get it printed and mailed.

Mineral Monday: Why do all Olympic curling stones come from one small island off Scotland’s coast? www.cnn.com/2026/02/11/s... Maybe even, fine grained texture, & rare minerals high in sodium and iron — such as arfvedsonite, aegirine and aenigmatite. #MSACommunications #MineralMonday #Olympics

Orgullo GeoLatinezco 💜💜💜 We are so proud and thankful to have you as a role model, mentor, friend... What an inspiration! You deserve this award and more @caballerogill.bsky.social 👩‍🔬⚒️

It’s the International Day of Women and Girls in Science! We’re proud of the women who work to improve our collective understanding of the universe—from coral reefs to Earth’s atmosphere to exoplanets. Here are a few of the #WomenInSTEM we’ve highlighted in our career issue over the years. #IDWGIS

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❓ Do you struggle to find resources highlighting topics such as equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, or others? 📋 Below are some incredible resource pages. Each of these webpages highlights compilations of resources, tools, initiatives, and other supports to help us all learn and grow. 1/5

I guess I need to get my tickets!

I'm shocked by how little geostats many undergrads seem to get (Canadian universities, I’m looking at you), often not enough to comfortably follow grad-level work. What geostats books or course materials you’d recommend sharing with students? 🧪⚒️🍎

And this is a reminder: Do not buy Chiquita fruits 🍌🍍

Hey #YCC! UCalgary's EARTHx is coming up on Jan 29. Dr Ben Tutolo will talk about the potential for life on Mars. Where: Evan Hazell Theatre – Brookfield Residential YMCA When: 4:30PM after-school, family-friendly program 7:00PM research-focused evening talk Registration link in the comments👇

The Culture Calendar is an amazing resource that can help us start conversations and drive education and awareness, helping to create environments where we all feel heard and supported. Review this in your own time and share it, using this link: internationalwim.org/culturecalen... 3/4

Late last year, I was asked by CIM Magazine to do a checkup on the Global Industry Standard of Tailings Management (GISTM), which was created 5 years ago in wake of the disasters in Brumadinho (Brazil)

Free workshop alert! Bring a pencil! 😉 (but don't worry, no drawing ability required to take part) Register here: forms.office.com/pages/respon...

Hey #YCC! UCalgary's EARTHx is coming up on Jan 29. Dr Ben Tutolo will talk about the potential for life on Mars. Where: Evan Hazell Theatre – Brookfield Residential YMCA When: 4:30PM after-school, family-friendly program 7:00PM research-focused evening talk Registration link in the comments👇

Share your work on #CriticalRawMaterials #CriticalMinerals with us! 𝐄𝐑𝐄𝟒.𝟑 “𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐚𝐰 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐖𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 www.egu26.eu/session/58029

I think geologists ned to take clearly their responsibility to enforce a professional ethos here. What red lines are we wiling to enforce? What rocks deserve to be left buried? Where we work, how are we honoring local values and needs?

This is a highly useful thread outlining practical tips and unwritten rules in academic applications. Details that are often overlooked but are genuinely critical for navigating each stage of the process. If you are applying, read carefully and keep this in mind as you prepare your materials. 📌📄

Opportunity to join my lab for a postdoc or PhD student from outside Canada. Very short term. Very competitive. Send me your CV and cover letter before Jan 5. This runs via nserc-crsng.canada.ca/en/news/laun...

I've updated the opportunities part of my website with fresh openings for researchers interested in climate and vegetation science, archaeology, history, and geography at all levels from undergraduate intern to postdoc. Take a look! jedokaplan.github.io/opportunities/

Interested in the different affinity groups attending the @agu.org meeting this week in New Orleans? Check out the QR codes in the flyer below to access their sites.

Ya que el Servicio Geológico Colombiano no tiene cuenta por acá, les traigo el comunicado oficial www.instagram.com/reel/DSFB24q...

Happy little candles day (velitas) to all who celebrate! This day is very special to many Colombians 🇨🇴 and it gets and extra touch when you get to play Pastor López and put your candles in the snow when is -8C

Feliz día de las velitas a todos los que celebran 🕯️🇨🇴

IYKYK 🇨🇴

From all the things I like from BlueSky, #yycbike is my favourite one. All the road reports and ride tips make my commute safer. And it feels nice to feel part of that community ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The application deadline for these has been extended (due to them being open an unreasonably short time initially, not b/c we got too few applications). Dust off your CV, friends. 🧪⚒️

¿Haciendo memorias de Armero? Le tengo plan para esta noche! Ver el documental “Armero: 40 años con ciencia volcánica”, producido por el Servicio Geológico Colombiano (SGC) con el apoyo de Señal Memoria #SeñalColombia #RTVC 🇨🇴 www.radionacional.co/cultura/cine...

Love seeing this special issue and reading about the progress and challenges in volcano hazards and mitigation in Colombia, mostly by Colombian scientists, inc. Dr. Martha Calvache. She is not only an authority on Andean volcanoes, but also a huge inspiration to (female) Colombian geologists 🇨🇴🌋👩‍🔬