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It is with great sadness that we share news that our friend and colleague Gil Hanson passed away on September 21, 2023. Gil was an incredible mentor, friend, and so much more to so many of us. He will forever be remembered for his knowledge, compassion, wisdom, positive outlook, and dedication to us all.
Among many distinctions, Gil was one of the leaders and developers of modern isotope geochemistry. His research career also included investigations of the regional geology of New York and Connecticut, critical studies of ground water and hydrogeology of Long Island and Long Island Sound, and a research program on the glacial geology of southern New England and Long Island. Gil also was instrumental in developing Stony Brook’s Earth Science teacher training program, founded the Long Island Geologists professional and academic group and organized its annual meeting, and was heavily involved in the push for New York State to begin licensing professional geologists. He leaves behind a vast network of colleagues, former students, and friends who will miss his pioneering vision.
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WELCOME TO LONG ISLAND GEOLOGISTS
We are an informal group of geologists and environmental scientists with interests in all aspects of the local geoscience of Long Island and Metropolitan New York. We gather annually at a mini-conference with talks and discussion centered on maintaining a connection with the local community. We particularly encourage students and early career scientists to participate.
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2024 CONFERENCE
We look forward to our next annual meeting in April 2024. Planning is underway and we anticipate an announcement of the date and call for abstracts in January 2024.
Meanwhile if you want to be added to our mailing list, please contact Steven Jaret, steven.jaret@stonybrook.edu
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LONG ISLAND GEOLOGISTS
POINT OF CONTACTS:
E. Troy Rasbury
troy.rasbury@stonybrook.edu
Steven Jaret
steven.jaret@kbcc.cuny.edu