S2S Signal Propagation Workshop

The workshop on signal propagation in source-to-sink sedimentary systems was held on June 15th and 16th at the University of Geneva, where a group of S2S experts, including our PIs and PhD candidates, discussed future cooperative research. The workshop was organised by Sébastien Castelltort. 

The first day of the workshop commenced with an engaging introduction. The session began with a "Tour de table," allowing participants to present themselves and their areas of expertise. The WP Legacy of the ITN was then discussed, setting the stage for the subsequent brainstorming session on signal "magnitude" led by Brian Romans and Sébastien Castelltort. 

The afternoon session was dedicated to short talks and presentations. Miguel Garces enlightened the audience with his expertise on cyclostratigraphy, followed by presentations from the Grain Size Team, consisting of Amanda Wild, Ariel Do Prado, and Marine Prieur. The talks were accompanied by open discussions, encouraging the exchange of ideas and perspectives among the participants.

Later in the day, Brian Romans took the stage, captivating the audience with his insights. Subsequently, the attendees were invited to visit the "les plis des Alpes" exposition.

The workshop continued its momentum on Friday, when the morning session featured talks by Rocio Jaimes and Esteban Gaitan, offering valuable insights into their respective areas of expertise. Later on, Alex Whittaker took the floor to a talk on signal propagation in sedimentary systems, ranging from alluvial fans to rivers. 

Following the morning sessions, participants enjoyed a leisurely lunch break. During this time, open thoughts and discussions ensued, focusing on actionable ideas for new projects and the potential for a review paper.

To ensure the documentation of valuable scientific questions raised during the workshop, ESRs (Early-Stage Researchers) were entrusted with taking detailed meeting notes. These notes will be compiled and shared with all participants, enriching their collective knowledge and serving as a valuable resource moving forward.

The workshop was made possible through the generous support of the ITN S2S-Future H2020-MSCA-ITN-2019 Project (N°860383) and the SNSF grant IZSEZ0_216949.