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About The Organizations

Department of Science and Technology, Government of Gujarat

Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of Gujarat mainly looks after the growth and development of new & emerging technology areas and is responsible for formulation and implementation of key policies in this sector in the state of Gujarat. The DST plays a pivotal role in promotion of Science and Technology in the country. The Department has wide ranging activities from promoting high-end basic research and development of cutting edge technologies on one hand to service the technological requirements of the common man through development of appropriate skills and technologies on the other hand.

Institute of Seismological Research

Government of Gujarat established About Institute of Seismological Research (ISR) under the Department of Science and Technology in Raisan, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. This Institute conducts fundamental and Applied Research in the field of Seismology. Most of this research provides the scientific basis for earthquake risk reduction and emergency response. In a short time, the ISR has become a centre of excellence in earthquake research. It has its own sprawling campus with a rich assemblage of laboratories and instruments. The work of the Institute can be categorized into five areas:

  1. Earthquake monitoring,

  2. Study of Physics of the Earthquake Process

  3. Earthquake Hazard Assessment using Geophysical Surveys, GPS Studies and Paleo-Seismology;

  4. Earthquake Prediction Research, and

  5. Seismic Microzonation

Indian Society of Earthquake Science

ISES is a relatively new society but rapidly growing strong as it strives to build earthquake resilient society in order to have sustainable development being pursued at a rapid rate. It has big programs for awareness among the students and public. Its objectives are (i) To further the subject of Earthquake Science by publications, symposia, seminars, lectures and to extend help to researchers, and (ii) To have synergy between Earth Scientists and Engineers.                                                                        

ISES organizes Annual National / International Conventions, conducts training courses and workshops for Engineering and earth Science students as well as practicing engineers. It has student chapters, organizes distinguished lectures. It publishes (i) Special Volumes (ii) Bhoo-Kampan, Journal of Indian Society of Earthquake Science annually one volume since 2014 (iii) Newsletter every 4 months Since 2012.

Seismological Society of America (SSA)

The Seismological Society of America (SSA) has worked to advance seismology worldwide for more than a century. The Society’s three peer-reviewed journals are the heart of our small nonprofit operation. Widely read and cited, these publications encourage scientific collaboration and foster the professional development of scientists and engineers around the globe. The publishing program produces the revenue that enables SSA to provide every member with discounted registration fees to attend our twice-yearly meetings for networking and information sharing. Our journals also fund the entire SSA professional support system that includes ongoing grant, award and career training opportunities.

SSA members are part of a tight-knit community, supporting one another across geographic borders and providing professional guidance through our virtual trainings and events.

Governed by a Board of Directors, the Society holds its members to high ethical standards and embraces the diversity of people, perspectives and ideas that leads to scientific progress.

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