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• New study reveals long-term effects of deep-sea mining and first signs of biological recovery

  
  

  BGS geologists were involved in new study revealing the long-term effects of seabed mining tracks, 44 years after deep-sea trials in the Pacific Ocean.

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• BGS announces new director of its international geoscience programme

  
  

  Experienced international development research leader joins the organisation.

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• Future projections for mineral demand highlight vulnerabilities in UK supply chain

  
  

  New Government-commissioned studies reveal that the UK may require as much as 40 per cent of the global lithium supply to meet anticipated demand by 2030.

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• Presence of harmful chemicals found in water sources across southern Indian capital, study finds

  
  

  Research has revealed the urgent need for improved water quality in Bengaluru and other Indian cities.

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• Critical Mineral Intelligence Centre hosts second conference

  
  

  The Critical Minerals Intelligence Centre conference took place at BGS’s headquarters in Keyworth, Nottinghamshire.

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• Dr Kathryn Goodenough honoured with prestigious award from The Geological Society 

  
  

  Dr Kathryn Goodenough has been awarded the Coke Medal, which recognises those who have made a significant contribution to science.

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• Call for new members and Chair to join the NERC facilities steering committees

  
  

  New members are needed to join the committees over the next four years.

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• BGS announces new director of BGS National Geoscience

  
  

  BGS announces its new director of BGS National Geoscience.

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