ASE 2025 Annual Conference: Full Schedule

The ASE is delighted to be hosting its Annual Conference, generously sponsored by AQA, at the University of Nottingham from 9th to 11th January 2025. International sessions are incorporated throughout the event’s 3 days and we will have a great exhibition with lots of exclusive Conference offers. Post-16 focus-day and for those involved in leading and delivering professional development, the Teacher Developers’ Group programme is Thursday. Friday is the dedicated Technicians day, kindly sponsored by Philip Harris, and Early Career Teacher day. Sessions for both Primary and 11-19 are threaded throughout all 3 days with a focus on Research on Saturday.

Book your tickets now at https://ase2025AnnConf.eventbrite.co.uk - and remember, if you are an ASE member you will benefit from hugely discounted prices! Check out our membership here - it’s free for Early Career Teachers and only £25 for Technicians!

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08:45 GMT

Why Geophysics matters

Friday January 10, 2025 08:45 - 09:35 GMT

Chemistry LT X2 (with sink)

As we move further into the 21st century, numerically literate Earth scientist will be needed more than ever to help to tackle our planet and society’s most pressing challenges, including the energy transition towards a low-carbon future, ensuring global food and water security, and understanding and mitigate the impacts of natural hazards and climate change. Geophysics provides exactly the needed skill set and is shortlisted by the UK Government as a profession in high demand, yet hardly known amongst science teachers.

This session explains what geophysics is: the application of physics to study planet Earth, addressing volcanism, earthquakes, resources, space weather, climate and environmental challenges; and why Geophysics matters for a sustainable future.

Speakers

Jurgen Neuberg

Professor, Leeds University

Professor J Neuberg is the Leader of the Geophysics program at the University of Leeds. He is chairman of the IAVCEI/IASPEI joint commission on Volcano Seismology and an equivalent group of the European Seismological Commission. Since 1997 he has been involved in the monitoring efforts... Read More →

Friday January 10, 2025 08:45 - 09:35 GMT
Chemistry LT X2 (with sink)

Post-16

Theme Sustainability climate change & environmental issues
Key Stage / Audience Type Post-16, ECTs, Teacher Developers, Global, Industry, ITEs