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Induced Earthquakes
Current research on induced earthquakes due to human activities. Observations, modeling, and hazards.
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Early Warning
A few seconds matter. USGS has been working to develop earthquake early warning for the United States.
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Faults, Earthquake Geology, and Special Earthquake Studies
The study of active fault zones, and collections of information for specific significant earthquakes.
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Hazard and Risk
To mitigate earthquake losses, scientists evaluate the earthquake hazards across the country.
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Earthquake Processes and Effects
Crustal deformation, ground motion, ground failure, and the effects of earthquakes.
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Monitoring Improvements
Scientists are doing research to improve earthquake monitoring, detection and analysis.
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External Grants
The USGS supports external research that will assist in achieving the goals of the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NERHP).
Science for the General Public
Ground-Truthing After the M4.0 Earthquake in Southern Maine, October 16, 2012
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