Research Laboratories
Explore the specialized research labs at Kentucky Geological Survey.
KGS Analytical Laboratory
The KGS laboratory specializes in environmental analysis of:
- Water quality and contamination
- Coal quality and composition
- Rocks and minerals
- Other natural resources
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Geochemical Exploration of Mineral Systems
GEMS
Welcome to the GEMS Lab (Geochemical Exploration of Mineral Systems), where we explore the geochemical processes that shape mineral systems.
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Landscape Hazards Research
LAZR
The Landscape Hazards Research lab produces high-resolution geospatial data, hydrologic and soil data to understand and mitigate landscape hazards.
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Surface Processes & Modeling Laboratory
SP&M
The Surface Processes and Modelling Laboratory (SP&M Lab) is a state-of-the-art computational facility located on the third floor of the Mining and Mineral Resources Building.
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