Advanced Studies in Structural Geology: The Role of Tectonics on Applied Geology Αspects

Dear Colleagues,

Tectonics is a crucial research field, holding a key-role in applied geology, as it provides qualitative and quantitative information, which is decisive in various types of studies. In particular, these studies are related to:

• Geological Hazards: Natural disasters are linked to tectonic processes; their most important outcome is the earthquakes, as well as other secondary effects such as volcanic eruptions, landslides, and tsunamis. In all the above cases, performing tectonic analysis is essential to understand the nature of these hazards and to mitigate their impact on human settlements and infrastructure.
• Groundwater Resources: The active tectonics have important effects on aquifer creation and groundwater flow. The detailed determination of tectonic structures is necessary to locate and manage these resources for human consumption and agriculture.
• Geotechnical Engineering: Tectonic activity impacts the rock and soil stability. Additionally, the importance of structural geology in slopes, foundations for buildings, and pavements have been recognized. However, the integration of structural geology mapping and theory in all stages of engineering projects remains a challenge.
• Mineral and Energy Resources: Tectonic movements form geological structures that trap and concentrate mineral and energy resources such as oil, gas, coal, and precious metals. Tectonic studies are important as guides for economic geologists searching for fuels and ore deposits of metallic and nonmetallic resources.

Dr. Ilias Lazos
Dr. Emmanouil Steiakakis
Dr. George Xiroudakis
Dr. Sotirios Sboras
Guest Editors

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