Full Title: SC26CN14. Inverting Bedrock River Profiles: Theory, Practice, and Applications
Price: US$15
Led by: Sean F. Gallen; Frank J. Pazzaglia
Endorser(s): GSA Quaternary Geology and Geomorphology Division; GSA Structural Geology and Tectonics Division
Date: Sat., 10 Oct. 2026
Location: GSA Connects 2026, Denver, Colorado, USA
Time: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Format: In-Person
CEUs: 0.80
This one-day short course introduces theory and practical implementation of river-profile inversion methods used to infer uplift histories, base-level change, and landscape response to tectonic forcing. Participants will learn the conceptual basis of channel profile analysis and apply inversion techniques using MATLAB and the open-source TopoToolbox framework.
Hands-on exercises will guide participants through data preparation, model assumptions, calibration and execution, uncertainty assessment, and interpretation of results. Participants may work with provided example datasets or optionally apply the methods to their own digital elevation models.
Coffee, snacks, and lunch will be provided.
By purchasing this item, you are buying a seat for an in-person course.
Short courses offer continuing education units (CEUs). One CEU equals 10 hours of participation in an organized continuing education experience under responsible sponsorship, capable direction, and qualified instruction.
Learn more about this and other GSA Connects 2026 events.
For additional information, please contact shortcourse@geosociety.org.
Product Code: SC26CN14
Product Category: SHORTC
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