Tag Archives: Earth Science

An undated archival photo from Smith College showing geologist Florence Bascom holding her geologic compass.
1896: Trailblazing Women in Earth Science – Breaking Barriers

Pioneers like Mary Anning, Mary Holmes, and Florence Bascom started breaking gender barriers in Earth science, paving the way for future generations of women scientists

Main image: Layered rocks at Siccar Point, Scotland, showcasing one of the earliest-recognized unconformities in the geological record. Inset: A sketch from a 1920 geology textbook depicting Scottish geologist James Hutton.
1788: James Hutton’s Discovery of Unconformities

James Hutton revolutionized geology with his observation of angular unconformities in rock layers, leading to the understanding of "deep time" and laying the foundation for modern geological principles