Administration

Phone:

(812) 855-5067

Office:

S109

Contact:

Administrative Assistant

Offices of the Director, Assistant Directors, and Budget; Administers program for Licensing Professional Geologists in Indiana

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Center for Geospatial Data Analysis

Phone:

(812) 855-7428

Office:

S309

Contact:

Sally Letsinger

The mission of the Center for Geospatial Data Analysis is to provide scientifically-based decision-support systems to a wide variety of technical and non-technical users, in order to promote the environmentally sound use of land, water, and mineral resources. This mission is accomplished by employing state-of-the-art technology in geographic information systems (GIS), statistical and numerical analysis, and field instrumentation to develop and (or) apply GIS data base applications to resource evaluation and environmental issues, statistical and numerical modeling - particularly pertaining to issues of ground and surface water hydrology, real-time monitoring of hydrological conditions, and non-traditional training via internships and apprenticeships.

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Coal and Industrial Minerals

Phone:

(812) 855-2687

Office:

S409

Contact:

Nelson Shaffer

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Environmental Geology

Phone:

(812) 855-7428

Office:

S309

Contact:

Nancy Hasenmueller

The roles of the Environmental Geology Section include studying glacial-terrain and bedrock geology, examining potential geologic hazards, determining relations of water quality and age to geologic materials, acquiring and managing data, developing graphic and database techniques, and promoting education and outreach.

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Geochemistry

Phone:

(812) 855-2687

Office:

S409

Contact:

John Comer

The Geochemistry Section conducts geochemical research and provides analytical services to characterize rock, mineral, soil, and water for the Indiana Geological Survey. Section staff collaborate with other Survey researchers, IU faculty and students, and professionals outside the IU system to plan and implement geochemical investigations that enhance our understanding of the natural geological resources and environmental hazards in Indiana. Staff also conduct educational activities that include training in specific analytical methods for advanced students and demonstrations, lectures, and field trips for K-12 students and laypersons.

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Information Services

Phone:

(812) 855-1337

Office:

S401

Contact:

Nathan Eaton

The main function of the Information Services Section is to ensure fulfillment of the Indiana Geological Survey's legislative mandate to inform and educate the people of Indiana about the geology of the state. This function is accomplished through developing and managing the IGS Web sites; developing Indiana related earth science instructional and informational materials; developing and delivering workshops for teachers and others; arranging and conducting tours of the Geology Building and field trips to remote sites; helping people in industry and government, and teachers, students, and the general public find answers to questions related to the geology of Indiana; acquiring, processing, and making information and statistics about Indiana's minerals industry publicly available; and editing all IGS products, including maps, reports, posters, brochures, abstracts, and contract or grant funded project proposals.

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Information Technology

Phone:

(812) 855-3951

Office:

S218

Contact:

Richard T. Hill

Information Technology Section is responsible for and manages publication and print production, Publication Sales, marketing, Information Technology, and database and Geographic Information System (GIS) development and support. Our staff design and layout our publications, and construct maps, slides, and displays for publication, presentation, and for public display. We distribute our publications, database, and other products through our Publication Sales office and Web site. We are also responsible for and manage Information Technology through database and GIS support, and provide staff with computer and network services and support.

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Photography and Imaging

Phone:

(812) 855-1370

Office:

S501

Contact:

Barb Hill

Photoshop, Scanning, Field photography, Documentation/scientific photography, Digital pre-press, Black & White printing, Web photography. Activities include: Education Team, Web Team, Publications Committee, Marketing Committee, Production Team

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Physical Facilities and Field Services

Phone:

(812) 855-3596

Office:

MTF

Contact:

Sam Frushour

Assist personnel of the IGS in projects by providing field support via earth drilling and monitoring well installation. In-house activities include preparation of samples for chemical analysis and physical testing of soil and rock. The Section Head advises visitors and other employees concerning karst and cave matters. Personnel of this Section are also responsible for day-to-day maintenance of IGS facilites.

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Research Affiliates

Phone:

(812) 855-5067

Office:

S109

Contact:

John C. Steinmetz

Research Affiliate status is granted by the Director to individuals who, by virtue of their past research and service contributions and their continued desire to collaborate with Geological Survey investigators, are nominated by their Geological Survey colleagues.

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Subsurface Geology

Phone:

(812) 855-5412

Office:

S116

Contact:

John A. Rupp

Provides access to records, maps and samples relating to oil and gas operations, subsurface bedrock geology, and applied sedimentology. In addition to basic information on Indiana's petroleum the section provides research results and educational outreach efforts. These efforts are designed to assist the professional as well as the lay person in documenting and understanding the geological elements relating the state's energy resource endowment and the challenges associated with its usage.

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