George Bergantz
georgebergantz.bsky.social
George Bergantz
@georgebergantz.bsky.social
University of Washington, volcanology, multiphase flow, granular mechanics, soft matter, geology, geophysics, cocktails
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The crux: a continuum or a granular description:

"The deformation of individual grains is approximately the same as the macroscopic deformation...OR...the reorganization and relative movement of the grains can be markedly different from the macroscopic deformation." Paterson & Wong, 2006
Jewel's potent and powerful lyrics, and gripping performance, seem like a good fit for the needless turmoil these days... www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fSK...
Jewel - "The New Wild West"
YouTube video by Jewel
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February 12, 2025 at 4:42 PM
This is making the rounds, and gave me a chuckle; some truth here.
January 16, 2025 at 11:41 PM
Subducting in Seattle...metasomatic fluids induce mood reactions. After much measured conversation it was concluded that we love our jobs, our colleagues, and this amazing journey we are on. Or something like that.
January 10, 2025 at 6:06 PM
DEM-CFD simulation to explore the emergence of strain localization and the particle shape fabric in support of open questions in magma mush.
January 7, 2025 at 11:46 PM
The crux: a continuum or a granular description:

"The deformation of individual grains is approximately the same as the macroscopic deformation...OR...the reorganization and relative movement of the grains can be markedly different from the macroscopic deformation." Paterson & Wong, 2006
January 7, 2025 at 11:41 PM
I'm all for advocating responsible, healthy behavior but sometimes art comes first. For those with an interest in liquid jewels, here is my in-house cocktail menu. It is updated frequently @bjour.bsky.social @volcanojw.bsky.social @volcanodiana.bsky.social :
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Some cocktails
i sometimes make cocktails
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January 6, 2025 at 5:38 AM
Just getting started here, hope everyone had a great holiday season.
January 3, 2025 at 11:06 PM