Operational Unit
Volcanology & Geothermal Magma Dynamics Research Team
Geological & Earth Sciences
Unit Mandate
Mission & Operational Scope
Monitors active volcanic systems and investigates magma dynamics to provide eruption forecasting, hazard assessment, and early-warning intelligence for communities and Foundation operations in volcanic regions worldwide.
Doctrine
IAVCEI Volcanic Crisis Management Guidelines · USGS Volcano Hazards Program Standards
Core Capabilities
Operational Capabilities
Volcanic seismicity monitoring and tremor analysis
Ground deformation monitoring via tiltmeters, GPS, and InSAR
Gas emission monitoring (SO2, CO2) and geochemical surveillance
Lava flow modeling and pyroclastic hazard zone mapping
Eruption forecasting and alert level protocol development
Geothermal energy potential assessment and resource characterization
Division V
Geological & Earth Sciences