Tsunami threats are greatly underestimated in current models, new research shows
An analysis of historical seismic events by a USC Dornsife scientist helps explain why large tsunamis still occur after relatively small earthquakes.
Computer wizardry gives earthquake researchers deeper insight into big quakes
The Southern California Earthquake Center at USC Dornsife is deploying high-performance computers, sensors and other high-tech gadgets to better prepare Californians for severe seismic activity.
ShakeOut gives Trojans a chance to hone their earthquake preparedness skills
The annual drill at USC is meant to remind students, faculty and staff of what to do in the event of an earthquake and encourage them to make their homes and offices earthquake safe.
Researchers study economic impacts of big quake and its effects on power and communications systems
It’s the fourth U.S. Geological Survey disaster scenario that incorporates economic consequence analysis in which USC researchers have played a major role.
Earthquake prediction becomes a top priority for USC-based research center
As the new director of the Southern California Earthquake Center, Yehuda Ben-Zion wants to advance quake forecasting to a place where we can see the “big one” coming.
Earthquakes are coming, and this webinar will get you ready — even in a pandemic
On Oct. 15 — also known as International ShakeOut Day — an emergency preparedness webinar open to the entire USC community will explain how to prep for a quake during the era of COVID-19.
Behind the scenes with an earthquake scientist
Sylvain Barbot shares why he studies temblors and what needs to happen before we can forecast quakes.
Superheated rocks deep underground help explain earthquake patterns
By researching tremors under the infamous San Andreas Fault, USC scientists are seeking out what’s brewing beneath a quake’s surface.
Trojans drop, cover and hold on during annual Great ShakeOut earthquake drill
A mass casualty exercise outside the Engemann Student Health Center adds a dose of realism to the drill, not to mention valuable practice.
Being prepared for disasters starts with learning from the past
Two USC Viterbi professors are revisiting historic disasters to build educational infrastructure that will help us prepare for future natural hazards.
The next big effort in AI: keeping L.A.’s water flowing post-earthquake
Experts at the USC Center for Artificial Intelligence in Society are teaming with city officials to find technological solutions for aging, vulnerable pipelines.
Unshaken: After an earthquake, USC scientists race to its epicenter
Seismologists and engineers unite after a quake to quickly gather information and share it through a statewide clearinghouse that is critical for improving simulations and emergency preparedness.
Renowned seismologist joins USC to lead Southern California Earthquake Center
With three decades of experience studying Earth science, John Vidale’s research focuses on anything related to seismic waves and earthquakes.
Earthquake Center interns leave lab behind, getting their hands on real faults
The students are spending the summer doing important research at the Southern California Earthquake Center, considered an international leader in earthquake forecasting.
You didn’t feel that earthquake? Good, because it was just a drill
USC students, faculty and staff are among the 10 million Californians who took part in the Great ShakeOut.
College students shake things up, spending the summer simulating quakes
The Southern California Earthquake Center at USC hosts the eight-week program, in which participants get real-world experience — and do real research, too.
Bedrosian Center launches initiative to boost natural disaster preparedness
Partnership is designed to minimize the damage and disruption caused by the inevitable earthquake, wildfire or flood.
Did you drop, cover and hold on?
USC officials and volunteers turn out for the annual Great California ShakeOut drill.
Shakes, quakes and cyberattacks: How USC helps the Pacific Rim prepare for disasters
Quakes are just one threat the university is helping the region be better prepared to handle.
Fukushima disaster was preventable, new study finds
Critical backup generators were built in low-lying areas at risk for tsunami damage — despite warnings from scientists.
A crusty mystery: Scientists dig into the origin of strange earthquakes
Currents of semi-liquid rock are the key to the frequency of quakes away from tectonic plate boundaries, USC study finds.
USC geologist looks below solid ground to study little-known faults
San Andreas gets all the attention, but James Dolan studies the faults directly beneath us — and the dangers they pose.
Earthquake experts weigh in: San Andreas a bit shaky
Would the ‘Big One’ live up to the Hollywood hype? Perhaps, but in different ways than the new movie suggests.
Trojans take part in state’s earthquake drill
Staff, students and faculty drop, cover and hold on across campus.