NSG2025 Workshops

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The following workshops have been scheduled for Sunday, 7 September 2025

WS 1

Geophysical Exploration in Volcanological Areas: Imaging Challenges and Public and Operational Constraints

WS 2

Geophysical applications to archaeology: innovation in acquisition and data modelling.

WS 3

Airborne Geophysics: advances and perspectives from different platforms.

Please note:

  • All workshops take place in parallel.
  • Lunch & coffee are included in the workshop registration fee.
  • Workshops are only included in the All Access Pass registration. For any other registration type, there needs to be a separate workshop registration in place.
Workshop 1 Updated CIRIA Geophysical Standard

Date:

3 Sep 2023

Time:

09:00 - 15:00 BST (TBC)

Convenors

Joanne Kwan (CIRIA)
Charlotte Usher (RSK Geophysics)

The construction industry research and information association (CIRIA) is a neutral, independent body in the UK set up to provide guidance and knowledge sharing for the construction industry. Based on the CIRIA research proposal (RP) 1146, the lead contractors RSK alongside a project steering group have been working on updating the C562 standard, published in 2002, to demonstrate good practice on the use of geophysics in ground investigations to be finalised in 2023. This workshop could be used to present the new standards for geophysical support of ground investigations.

Guidance objectives

  • Provide up to date guidance on the application of geophysics
  • Encourage good practice in the application of geophysics in ground investigations, looking at different scenarios through case study examples
  • Provide confidence for those commissioning or receiving a geophysical survey
  • Help identify the best time to use geophysics within a ground investigation
  • Allow clients to ensure they will be able to appoint and work with competent geophysics specialists
  • Encourage more research and development in the area of geophysics
  • Allow people to easily find relevant guidance on the subject
Preliminary Schedule
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Workshop 1 Geophysical Exploration in Volcanological Areas: Imaging Challenges and Public and Operational Constraints

Date:

7 Sep 2025

Time:

09:00 -17:00 CEST (subject to change)

Room:

Available soon!

Convenors:

Pier Paolo Bruno (Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II)
Paola Ragazzo (Eni)

Overview

Volcanological areas present a unique challenge for geophysical exploration due to their highly heterogeneous subsurface structures, complex fluid-rock interactions, and dynamic temporal evolution. Traditional seismic inversion techniques often struggle to resolve the intricate nature of these environments. However, advances in both passive and active seismic data inversion— along with joint inversion methodologies incorporating other geophysical techniques—offer new insights into subsurface imaging in these complex settings.
This workshop will focus on the latest methodologies for geophysical inversion in volcanological areas, emphasizing both active source and ambient noise (passive) seismic data. Additionally, we will explore joint inversion approaches that integrate seismic, gravity, electromagnetic, and other geophysical datasets to enhance our understanding of volcanic systems.

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Key Topics

Seismic inversion in volcanic environments: Challenges and advancements in active and passive seismic techniques.
Joint inversion strategies: Combining seismic with other geophysical methods (e.g., gravity, magnetotellurics, electrical resistivity) for improved imaging.

Fractal density and subsurface complexity: Volcanic structures often exhibit self- similar, scale dependent heterogeneity, akin to fractal geometry. How can inversion techniques account for and leverage this fractal nature?
Case studies from the Phlegraean Fields and other active volcanic regions: Applications of modern inversion techniques to improve subsurface characterization.
Future directions in geophysical exploration of volcanological areas: New technologies and methodological approaches.
Public Communication & Risk Perception: Build effective plans to engage local communities to ensure acceptance of geophysical studies; lessons from past.

Participant Profile

This workshop will bring together researchers and industry professionals to discuss cutting- edge developments in geophysical exploration and inversion techniques tailored to the complexities of volcanic settings.

WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
9:00 Welcome & Introduction to the Workshop
9:15
10.00 Break
10:30
11:00
11:30
12:00 Lunch
13:00
14:30 Break
15:00
17:00 End of Workshop
Workshop 1 Geophysical exploration to volcanological areas: Imaging challenges and public and operational constrains

Date:

7 Sep 2025

Time:

09:00 -17:00 CEST (subject to change)

Room:

Available soon!

Convenors

Pier Paolo Bruno (Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II)
Paola Ragazzo (Eni)

Overview

Volcanological areas present a unique challenge for geophysical exploration due to their highly heterogeneous subsurface structures, complex fluid-rock interactions, and dynamic temporal evolution. Traditional seismic inversion techniques often struggle to resolve the intricate nature of these environments. However, advances in both passive and active seismic data inversion— along with joint inversion methodologies incorporating other geophysical techniques—offer new insights into subsurface imaging in these complex settings.
This workshop will focus on the latest methodologies for geophysical inversion in volcanological areas, emphasizing both active source and ambient noise (passive) seismic data. Additionally, we will explore joint inversion approaches that integrate seismic, gravity, electromagnetic, and other geophysical datasets to enhance our understanding of volcanic systems.

PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE
9:00 Introduction
9:15
11.00 Break
11:15
11:45
12:30 Lunch
13:30
15:00
15:45 Break
16:00
17:00 The end
fractal density model in phlegrean field area

Key Topics

Seismic inversion in volcanic environments: Challenges and advancements in active and passive seismic techniques.

Joint inversion strategies: Combining seismic with other geophysical methods (e.g., gravity, magnetotellurics, electrical resistivity) for improved imaging.

Fractal density and subsurface complexity: Volcanic structures often exhibit self- similar, scale dependent heterogeneity, akin to fractal geometry. How can inversion techniques account for and leverage this fractal nature?

Case studies from the Phlegraean Fields and other active volcanic regions: Applications of modern inversion techniques to improve subsurface characterization.

Future directions in geophysical exploration of volcanological areas: New technologies and methodological approaches.

Public Communication & Risk Perception: Build effective plans to engage local communities to ensure acceptance of geophysical studies; lessons from past.

Participant Profile

This workshop will bring together researchers and industry professionals to discuss cutting- edge developments in geophysical exploration and inversion techniques tailored to the complexities of volcanic settings.

Workshop 2 Geophysical applications to archaeology: innovation in acquisition and data modelling.

Date:

7 Sep 2025

Time:

09:00 -17:00 CEST (subject to change)

Room:

Available soon!

Convenors

Federico Cella (Università di Camerino)
Chiara Colombero (Politecnico di Torino)
Maurizio Milano (Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II)

Overview

Applied geophysics has become an important resource for archaeological research, achieving a prominent role in near-surface investigations over the past two decades. This position is set to strengthen further with the rapid advancement of high-tech instrumentation and algorithms. These developments have moved geophysics beyond mere anomaly-bump hunting, enabling detailed 3D characterization of archaeological sites and allowing geophysicists to play a leading role together with archaeologists.
This workshop aims to bring together the international geophysical research community to explore the latest technical and methodological advancements in data analysis, processing, and interpretation. Topics will include archaeogeophysical remote sensing, signal enhancement, 3D imaging, joint investigations, and  interdisciplinary synergies between geophysics, petrochemistry, and soil science. By refining these approaches, the workshop seeks to highlight their added value in the rediscovery and preservation of cultural heritage.

 

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Workshop 3 Airborne Geophysics: advances and perspectives from different platforms

Date:

7 Sep 2025

Time:

09:00 -17:00 CEST (subject to change)

Room:

Available soon!

Convenors

Massimo Chiappini (Istituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia)
Gianluca Fiandaca (University of Milano "La Statale")
Andrea Viezzoli (Emergo)

Overview

Airborne Geophysics is a fast-growing, discipline expanding the range of possible solutions to geophysical data acquisition. Drones, but also the more classical helicopters and fixed wing planes, they all are currently very busy acquiring data around the world, at different scales, for different applications.
This workshop focuses on all main geophysical techniques. We will look into advances in data acquisition, integration, processing and modelling. A part of the workshop will be highly interactive, with a live demo on AEM data processing and modelling, using open source software.
The field of applications includes geologic mapping, environmental geophysics, hydrogeophysics, mining and resource exploration, health and safety, and international security.
The participants will gain a complete overview of different airborne geophysical applications and insights into new developments, trends, and open problems.

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Workshop 2 Transient Electromagnetic

Date:

8 Sep 2024

Time:

09:00 - 17:00 CEST

Room:

TBC

Convenor

Esben Auken ((TEM company, Denmark)

Transient electromagnetic is one of the few geophysical methods which has taken a leapfrog development in the last decay.

Workshop description

This is a one-day workshop on the transient electromagnetic method (TEM) for mapping of the shallow geology, overview of theory and applications

Transient Electromagnetic (TEM) is not a new geophysical method but it has not really gained as much attention as other methods like imagining with multielectrode systems or ground conductivity meters. The reason is probably that both the instruments and the interpretation software has been hard to use and very expensive. With all the new technology which has reached the world in the last decay this is the past and the method is now fast, easy to use, and instruments has dropped dramatically in price. In this course we will explain how the method works, how measurements are carried out and how they are interpretated. We will focus on imagining of deep laying groundwater and shallow monitoring problems.

The workshop contains the follow blocks:

  1. Basic understanding of how a TEM measurement works
  2. Linking a case target to the best measurement configuration
  3. Measurements with single site instruments, towed systems and airborne systems
  4. Field demo of a typical and modern single site instrument
  5. Processing and interpretation of data
  6. Cases solved with single site and towed systems.

 

Participant profile 

This workshop is designed for a diverse group of participants who are interested in learning about the Transient Electromagnetic (TEM) method for various applications. Ideal participants include:

Professionals in Geology and Engineering: Those looking to utilize TEM for geological mapping, groundwater mapping, and engineering applications.

Researchers in near surface Geophysics: Individuals working in near-surface geophysics who are eager to expand their geophysical toolkit with TEM.

Students: Those keen to gain a comprehensive understanding of the TEM method, whether for academic purposes or future career use.

General Practitioners: Any participants who could benefit from incorporating the Transient Electromagnetic method into their professional practices for near sub-surface mapping.

This workshop is suited for both beginners and those with some experience, providing valuable insights in the latest TEM technology.

Workshop 3 Hard Rock Physics

Date:

8 Sep 2024

Time:

09:00 - 17:00 EEST

Room:

TBC

Convenors:

Risto Kiuru (Rock Physics Finland Ltd, Finland )
Tuija Luhta (Geological Survey of Finland, Finland)

Workshop description

To fully understand and properly calibrate geophysical models, information on the physical properties of the rock mass is essential. Traditionally, literature and research on the topic has been quite heavily biased towards soft sedimentary environments. We propose a workshop on research and applications of rock and mineral physics in hard rock environments, specifically in the context of mineral exploration, mining and rock construction. Topics covered could include, e.g., laboratory testing of the physical properties of rocks and minerals, in situ physical property measurements, and application of physical property data to the development, calibration and interpretation of geophysical data and physical property models.

Participant profile

  • Researchers working on physical properties of rocks and minerals, both in the laboratory and the field
  • Students of the relevant disciplines
  • Practitioners using physical property data of rocks and minerals in their work
  • Practitioners that could benefit from using physical property data, such as those working with geophysical models or 3D physical property models

Draft schedule

10:00-13:00 On the first half of the workshop, convenors will present a compact introduction into rock and mineral physics, laboratory testing and further use of the data for those less familiar with the subject.

13:00-14:00 Lunch break

14:00-17:00 On the second half of the workshop, select participants will present their latest research and case studies. Adequate time will be reserved for discussion.

Workshop 3 Airborne Geophysics: advances and perspectives from different platforms

Date:

7 Sep 2025

Time:

09:00 - 17:00 CEST (subject to change)

Room:

Available soon!

Convenors

Massimo Chiappini (Istituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia)
Gianluca Fiandaca (University of Milano "La Statale")
Andrea Viezzoli (Emergo)

Overview

Airborne Geophysics is a fast-growing, discipline expanding the range of possible solutions to geophysical data acquisition. Drones, but also the more classical helicopters and fixed wing planes, they all are currently very busy acquiring data around the world, at different scales, for different applications.
This workshop focuses on all main geophysical techniques. We will look into advances in data acquisition, integration, processing and modelling. A part of the workshop will be highly interactive, with a live demo on AEM data processing and modelling, using open source software.
The field of applications includes geologic mapping, environmental geophysics, hydrogeophysics, mining and resource exploration, health and safety, and international security.
The participants will gain a complete overview of different airborne geophysical applications and insights into new developments, trends, and open problems.

Preliminary Schedule
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11:00Coffee Break
11:30.
12:00
12:30Lunch Break
13:30
14:15.
14:45Coffee Break
15:15
15:45
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Workshop 2 The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog

Date:

0-0 Month 2023

Time:

00:00 - 00:00 est

Convenors

John Doe (Company name)
Jane Doe (Company name)

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