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Based on the poll results, there is a clear and overwhelming consensus that geological education in Ethiopian universities is currently falling short of modern scientific and technological demands. This poll reflects a significant gap between what is being taught in classrooms and the rapidly evolving demands of the industry. It suggests that the geological academic framework in the country may still rely heavily on traditional, theoretical methods, lacking adequate integration of modern technological advancements

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Key Spectroscopic Regions Geologists focus on specific wavebands to map surface composition: - Visible and Near-Infrared (VNIR, 400–1100 nm): Excellent for identifying transition metal ions, particularly iron oxides (like hematite and goethite) and rare earth elements. - Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR, 1100–2500 nm): The premier region for targeting hydroxyl-bearing minerals, clays (like kaolinite and illite), carbonates, and sulfates. - Thermal Infrared (TIR, 8000–14000 nm): Vital for picking up fundamental silicates (such as quartz and feldspars) and carbonates that lack distinct features in shorter wavelength.

Our university's remote sensing course within geology should cover the core concepts of SPECTRAL GEOLOGY and SPECTROSCOPY of rocks and minerals.

Spectral Geology, merges optical physics, satellite remote sensing, and traditional geology to streamline mineral exploration, map lithological formations, and monitor environmental baselines.

How Spectral Geology Works: Different minerals absorb and reflect light at specific wavelengths due to their unique chemical bonds and crystal structures. When plotted on a graph, these interactions create characteristic peaks and troughs (absorption features) that act as a "fingerprint" for specific minerals.

What is spectral geology? in remote sensing ----- is the measurement and analysis of portions of the electromagnetic spectrum to identify spectrally distinct and physically significant features of different rock types and surface materials, their mineralogy and their alteration signatures. Spectral techniques can be used also to detect hydrocarbons present in the water column and on the sea surface as well as dissolved organic matter and living micro-organisms. Read more

Webinar: What it takes for successful borehole drilling and development -------- Prof Seifu has arranged a webinar for students on borehole drilling and development with Francios Bertone from the World Bank Group. Francious is a water resource management sepcialist with over 30 years of experience in over 40 countries where he has worked with engineers, consultants, drillers, and various UN agencies. Registration link https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8l9hBOGUQIGv1RJD1VXaiw#/registration

Akobo Minerals – Operational Update for April 2026 Operational activities were temporarily reduced during April in response to fuel supply disruptions. During this period, the Company processed available stockpiled material, delivering a production outcome above expectations. Approximately 600 tonnes of stockpiled material were processed, resulting in gold production of approximately 27 kilograms of doré at an average grade of 45 g/t. This brings Akobo’s cumulative gold production to approximately 124 kilograms, surpassing .... read more

📢 Upcoming Webinar: Emerging Landslide Hazards in Ethiopia The ETGUI Secretary cordially invites you to an insightful session designed to bridge the gap between research, policy, and practice concerning landslide hazards in Ethiopia. 🎙 Featured Speakers Dr. Tarekegn Tadesse: Associate Professor (AASTU) and advisor to the Ministry of Mines & Water. Dr. Leulalem Shano: Senior Researcher (Arba Minch University) specializing in hazard risk analysis. 🎯 Key Discussion Points Synthesizing research regarding landslide causes and risk patterns. Identifying bottlenecks in the uptake of scientific knowledge. Establishing actionable pathways for the integration of policy and planning. Date and Time: May 2, 2026 at 6:00 Local Time 📅 Joining Details 🔗 Join via Zoom: Click Here to Join 🆔 Meeting ID: 935 4465 5841 🔑 Passcode: 944919 #Geology #Ethiopia #LandslideHazards #Webinar #ETGUI

ASKARI Metals Quarterly update ------------- The company finalised its data compilation program relating to historical exploration work completed at the Nejo Gold and Copper Project. Completion of the data compilation and digitisation program enabled the Company to finalise the design of its maiden drilling ---- Read more

ATS optimized CV Example: junior geologist.

Advice, online hob application and your CV. ATS CV Optimization — What is ATS and why it matters ? Nowadays, for several reasons, companies are increasingly using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). An ATS is a software application used by employers and recruiters to collect, organize, scan, and rank job applications. In practice, it acts as a digital gatekeeper, filtering resumes before they ever reach a human hiring manager. Large organizations often receive hundreds of applications for a single position. To manage this volume efficiently, ATS software screens candidates based on keywords, skills, experience, and formatting. For job seekers, understanding and optimizing a CV for ATS is often the difference between securing an interview and having a resume disappear into a “digital black hole.”

A bit of off-topic advice on job applications, especially for juniors.

An interesting story about a geologist of Ethiopian-Sudanese origin who is currently the Director General of the African Minerals and Geoscience Center (AMGC). Young people expect similar contributions in the media so that we can learn about the challenges our pioneers faced in their profession. Read the reportor here