Session list 2009

List of Session (R) JPGU Meeting 2009 ( Title / Description / Convener)


B (Biogeosciences)	C (Geochemistry)	D (Geodesy)	E (Geomagnetism)
F (Atmospheric and Oceanic Science)	G (Geology)	H (Hydrology,Limnology,Groundwater Hydrology)
I (Physics of the Earth's Interior)	K (Mineralogy,Petrology)	L (Global environment Climate Change)
M (Earth, Planetary and Space Science)	O (Geophysical Exploration)
P (Planetary Sciences)	Q (Quaternary Research)	R (Resource Geology)	S (Seismology)
T (Earth and Planetary Tectonics and Dynamics)		V (Volcanology)	W (Glaciology)
X (Geography)	Y (Disaster prevention ,Application earth science)
J (Joint/Interdisciplinary)	Z (Others)

B (Biogeosciences) to top of this page

Interactions of Life, Water and Minerals:Laboratory & Field B101

Co-evolution of the earth and life has been tremendously influenced by the intricate interplay among minerals, water, and microbes near the earth's surface, which attracts keen interest from broad scientific communities. The main goal of this session is to discuss mineral-water-microbe interactions in an interdisciplinary way. Presentations from a wide spectrum of fields are warmly accepted.

**Convener: Ken Takai (Extremobiosphere Research Center, Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science & Technology)

Biotic history and its relation to the Earth history B102

Life on Earth evolves through 46Ba Earth history. Organisms evolve in relation to both Earth's interior and exterior activities. Biotic activities also should give strong influences to Earth's environments. We would like to describe biotic history on Earth and discuss how biotic system evolve in relation to Earth's environmental systems and interior activities during the session.

**Convener: Isao Motoyama (Department of Earth Evolution Sciences, Graduate School of Life and Environmental Sciences)

Astrobiology: Origins, Evolution, Distribution of Life B103

Astrobiology is a new interdisciplinary science field that intends to address the origins, evolution, distribution and destiny of life on Earth and elsewhere in the universe. In this session, every topic of Astrobiology will be discussed, including cosmic evolution, primitive Earth environments and origins of life, coevolution of life and Earth, life in extreme environments, etc.

**Convener: Kensei Kobayashi (Department of Chemistry and Biotechnology, Faculty of Engineering, Yokohama National University)

C (Geochemistry) to top of this page

Solid Earth Geochemistry, Cosmochemistry C104

"Solid Earth Geochemistry, Cosmochemistry" session aims at evaluating processes during the 4.6 billion years of the solar system and the Earth. Any approache to this issue is welcomed, including, geochemistry, geophysics, geology, mineralogy and petrology.

**Convener: Hajime Shimoda (Geological Survey of Japan, AIST)

Geochemistry of fault systems C105

Faulting changes environmental conditions, which lead to destabilize chemical bonds in fault systems. Consequently, traces of chemical reactions are observed on fault rocks. This session focuses on topics related to chemical processes from faulting to observations of rocks in fault systems. We welcome presentations on subjects in Seismology, Hydrology, Geochronology fields as well as Geochemistry.

**Convener: Masaki Murakami (Department of Earth and Planetary Science, The University of Tokyo)

D (Geodesy) to top of this page

Gravity and Geoid D106

In this session we solicit contributions that relate to geodetic observations and geophysical interpretations on gravity and geoid.

We also welcome contributions on space-based gravity observations.

**Convener: Wenke Sun (Earthquake Research Institute, University of Tokyo)

Geodesy General (inc. Technology, Tide) D107

Presentation on Theory, Observational, and Experimental results. Measuement system and Technologies are also included in this session.

**Convener: Hiroshi Munekane (Geographical Survey Institute)

Crustal Deformation D108

Study of crustal deformation plays an important role in the investigation of wide scale earth dynamics those are earthquake and volcanic activity, plate motion and so on. In our session, we discuss the study related to crustal deformation, such as development of observation instrument, observed crustal deformation, analysis method, simulation study.

**Convener: Hisashi Suito (Geographical Survey Institute)

Synthetic Aperture Radar D109

Considering effectiveness of the SAR (Synthetic Aperture Radar) for Earth Science, this session aims at promoting discussions on SAR observations of crustal deformation, subsidence, landslides, flood, tsunami, ocean wave, environmental change, and water vapor. We encourage papers on analysis, modeling, theory, and applications using SAR. Topics on SAR interferometry are most welcome.

**Convener / Taku Ozawa (National Research Institute for Earth Science and Disasters)

E (Geomagnetism) to top of this page

Heliosphere and Interplanetary Space E110

This session aims to gain insight into physical processes of plasma and high-energy phenomena in the heliosphere, and their impact to the Earth's environment. Recent results from studies on solar phenomena, solar wind, interplanetary plasmas and magnetic fields, cosmic rays, relationship between the solar activity and the Earth's climate will be presented here.

**Convener: Munetoshi Tokumaru (Solar-Terrestrial Environment Laboratory, Nagoya University)

Space Plasma physics: Theory and Simulation E111

This session is for studies on space plasma physics via theoretical or numerical experimental approach. Talks on a wide variety of topics, from natural phenomena to artificial plasma environment cased by spacecrafts, are welcome.

**Convener: Tadas Nakamura (Fukui Prefectural University)

Electrical Conductivity, Tectono-electromagnetism E112

The session provides the opportunity for contributions on new achievements, developments of instruments and analysis methods, and their applications, for electromagnetic phenomena associated with earthquakes and volcanic activities, and for electrical and magnetic structures of the Earth's interior.

**Convener: Kiyoshi Baba (Earthquake Research Institute, University of Tokyo)

Geomagnetism and Paleomagnetism E113

This session is open to recent advances in all areas being concerned with geomagnetism, paleomagnetism and applications of magnetic methods to geophysical and geological issues. Papers are solicited which discuss geodynamo, present and past geomagnetic behaviors, fundamental rock magnetic properties, and paleoclimatic changes and tectonic processes revealed by magnetic methods.

**Convener: Masaki Matsushima (Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Tokyo Institute of Technology)

Magnetosphere-Ionosphere Coupling Processes E114

This session targets the comprehension of phenomena stemming from MI-coupling processes. In particular, today's presentations focus on: breakaway from Schematic Physics, pursuit of self-consistency in the context of compound system, and elucidations of coupling processes from the viewpoint of elementary process. Suggestions for innovative observational/data analysis techniques are most welcome.

**Convener: Akimasa Yoshikawa (Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, Kyushu University)

Space Weather E115

Space weather is a physical process in the solar-terrestrial coupled system, where mutual interaction between different regimes is crucial. The results will be applied to prediction of the space weather. Therefore, we focus on both fundamental physics and their applications using global observations and simulations.

**Convener: Takashi Kikuchi (Solar-Terrestrial Environment Laboratory, Nagoya University)

Ionosphere and Thermosphere E116

This is a regular session that is concerned with variety of research topics for the ionosphere and thermosphere. Coupling processes in the ionosphere/thermosphere region with the lower/middle atmosphere or with the magnetosphere are very important. We solicit papers based on experiments with ground-based and/or space-borne instruments, theoretical studies, and numerical simulations.

**Convener: Takeshi Sakanoi (Planetary Plasma and Atmospheric Research Center, Graduate School of Science, Tohoku University)

Physics and chemistry in the Atmosphere and Lower Thermosphe E117

This session covers a broad scope of studies of physics and chemistry in the atmosphere and lower thermosphere, of both experimental and theoretical, approaches. Especially papers on atmospheric chemistry and aerosols in the troposphere and stratosphere are encouraged.

**Convener: Kazuyo Sakanoi (Komazawa University)

Structure and Dynamics in the Magnetosphere E118

This session address satellite and ground-based observations and numerical simulations on micro- to macro- processes in the Earth's and planetary magnetospheres. Discussions on future satellite missions are also welcome. Papers are solicited that address such processes, including, but not limited to, substorm, storm, tail, LLBL, cusp, plasma sheet, plasmasphere, and radiation belt.

**Convener: Hisato Shirai (Ichinoseki National College of Technology)

F (Atmospheric and Oceanic Science) to top of this page

Atmospheric Chemistry F119

This session provides a forum for the presentation of the broad spectrum of tropospheric and stratospheric sciences, including various research topics (air quality and climate), approaches (modeling, field, and laboratory), and species (gas and aerosol). This session also provides the opportunity for discussing possible future collaboration with meteorology, geophysics, and geochemistry.

**Convener: Hiroshi Tanimoto (Atmospheric Chemical Reaction Section, Atmospheric Environment Division, National Institute for Environmental Studies)

G (Geology) to top of this page

Regional geology and tectonics G120

The main aim of this session is to discuss geologic structure and tectonic history of East Asia, especially of Japanese Islands, on the basis of the recent results of geology and other earth sciences.

**Convener: Kazuhiro Tsukada (The Nagoya University Museum)

Sedimentary rocks, processes,and surface environments G121

Formation processes of sediments and sedimentary rocks in any environments and any age are treated. Also, we discuss all related topics with sedimentary processes such as sedimentary basin formation, diagenesis process, experimental research, and others. Joining from other scientific fields are appreciated.

**Convener: Kazuhisa Goto (Disaster Control Research Center, Graduate School of Engineering, Tohoku University)

Geological Disposal of Radioactive Waste G122
Geological disposal is recognized internationally as the most reliable method of isolating HLW. Earth science plays an important role in providing a scientific basis for geological disposal. This session invites contributions from scientists who have undergone interdisciplinary studies in the geological environment to understand the governing process and to predict the future evolution.

**Convener: Koji Umeda (Tono Geoscientific Research Unit, Geological Isolation Research and Development Directorate, Japan Atomic Energy Agency)

Deformed and metamorphic rocks and tectonics G123

We solicit contributions from metamorphic petrology, structural geology and other wide variety disciplines of earth science to understand orogenic processes including crust-mantle dynamics along plate boundaries. Contributions may include: thermal evolution and deformation of metamorphic belt, mass transport of solid and fluid in orogenic belt, and geophysical survey of orogenic belt.

**Convener: Kazuhiko Ishii (Department of Physical Science, Graduate School of Sceiences, Osaka Prefecture University)

Geochronology, Chronostratigrapy G124

This session is opened for the study of (1) new methodology and improvement of the existing method on geochronology, (2) precise dating of events in earth history using the combined methods and (3) application of the methods to earth and planetary sciences.

**Convener: Tetsumaru Itaya (Research Institute of Natural Sciences, Okayama University of Science; Earth and Planetary Sciences, Graduate School of Science, Kobe University )

Gas hydrate and methane seeps of the Western Pacific G125

This session focuses on gas hydrates and methane seeps in marginal seas of the Western Pcific. In particular, tectonics, stratigraphy, microbiology, and geochemistry of gas hydrate-bearing sequences will be discussed and integrated from the viewpoints of an environmental impact and resource potential of subsurface and ocean floor gas hydrates.

**Convener: Ryo Matsumoto (Department of Earth and Planetary Science, Graduate School of Science, University of Tokyo)

Drilling Earth Science G126

This session is aimed at introducing recent scientific results of ocean/continental drilling programs. Presentations on technological developments related to drilling, logging, long-term monitoring, data managements, on-board facilities are also encouraged.

**Convener: Mayuri Inoue (Ocean Research Institute, The University of Tokyo)

H (Hydrology・Limnology・Groundwater Hydrology) to top of this page

Water Cycle, Water Environment H127

Water is the fundamental component of our planet. The major topics of this session are the hydrological cycle and the water environment under the framework of earth science.

**Convener: Seiya Nagao (Graduate School of Environmental Earth Science, Hokkaido University)

Isotope Hydrology 2009 H128

The purpose of the session is to review the present state of knowledge of isotope hydrology, by bringing together hydrologists, geologists, volcanologists, geochemists and so on, to exchange current ideas and information. Papers, which are not based on isotopes for the present, are also welcome, if application of isotope techniques are scheduled in the future for the progress of the research.

**Convener: Masaya Yasuhara (Geological Survey of Japan)

Groundwater and environmental geology in urban areas H129

The aim of the session is to create an interdisciplinary forum on the most recent advances in groundwater and environmental geology research in urban areas. Various kinds of studies concerning water-related issues in urban areas are welcome from academia, industry, and government as well as wider geographic diversity to provide for an informative and stimulating session.

**Convener: Masaya Yasuhara (Geological Survey of Japan)

I (Physics of the Earth's Interior) to top of this page

Rheology and transport properties of earth materials I130

To understand the dynamics of the solid earth, research results of deformation and transport properties of the crust and mantle from various approaches, such as fieldworks, experiments, computer simulation, theory, and instrumental observation are gathered. Wide-ranging topics, from microscopic elementary process to the application to earthquakes, magma dynamics and tectonics, are accepted.

**Convener: Takehiko Hiraga (Earthquake Research Institute, University of Tokyo)

Deep Earth science: Dynamics of plate, mantle, and core I131

This session aims at discussing various dynamic phenomena in the Earth's deep interior, such as the interaction among the plates, mantle and core. Presentations from theoretical or experimental studies on high-pressure mineral physics, seismology, and mantle convection are widely accepted. Presentations with special emphasis on subducting plates are encouraged to submit to "Deep Mantle Slab".

**Convener: Takashi Nakagawa (Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, Kyushu University)

J (Joint/Interdisciplinary) to top of this page

Seismo-Volcano Electromagnetics J168

This session deals with the general survey (or review) and contributions on the recent studies of EM phenomena associated with EQs and VEs (SEMS). One of the main targets of the session is to clarify LAI coupling problem. Furthermore, in March 2006, Prof. Motoji Ikeya of Osaka University, who made a huge amount of contributions on this subject, suddenly died. We memorize his works in the session.

**Convener: Masashi Kamogawa (Department of Physics, Tokyo Gakugei University)

Fault rheology and seismogenic processes J169

Interdisciplinary discussion on the physico-chemical processes in fault zones and seismogenic processes, among the following specialists; (1)fault rocks and fluids, (2)theoretical and numerical studies on seismogenic processes, and (3)seismology and geodesy. Presentations on fault-zone drilling projects are also welcome.

**Convener: Kyuichi Kanagawa (Department of Earth Sciences, Faculty of Science, Chiba University)

Geophysical fluid dynamics-Transfield approach to geoscience J170

Researchers from various fields of earth/planetary sciences are assembled in this session, discuss various phenomena in each field using the `tool' of geophysical fluid dynamics, and promote a better understanding of this tool as a common concept of these fields. Planet, ionosphere, atmosphere, ocean, volcano, mantle, core: the field is not limited, nor the method in this session.

**Convener: Keita Iga (Ocean Research Institute, The University of Tokyo)

Earth and Planetary Information Science J171

In this session, we call for papers about latest data handling and numerical simulation technology in the earth and planetary sciences, and discuss future trend of the technology from the point of view of "Earth and Planetary Information Science".

**Convener: Junya Terazono (The University of Aizu)

Science on Seismogenic Zones J172

This session serves as multi-disciplinary discussion on seismogenesis of subduction-zone earthquakes. We welcome presentations related Nankai seismogenic zone (but other topics are also welcome) in terms of marine and onland geology/geophics, seismology, hydrogeology, geochemistry, geothermics, electro-magnetics, geodesy, etc.

**Convener: Masataka Kinoshita (Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology)

Marine Geoscience J173

"Marine Geoscience" is the keyword for this session. We encourage presentations from the full spectrum of geophysical, geochemical, geological, and geobiological studies at mid-ocean ridges, convergent and divergent margins, transform faults, hot spots and large igneous provinces, and abyssal plains utilizing field observations, laboratory experiments, modeling, and new technologies.

**Convener: Kyoko Okino (Ocean Research Institute, University of Tokyo)

Mapping and spatial representation in geoscience J174 only poster presentation session

In geoscience, spatial structure of the object are important subjects and their representation is necessary. This session discusses preparation, visualization and analysis methods of spatial data and their application to science and human society, aiming at the development of mapping and other spatial representation methods.

**Convener: Ryoichi Kojiroi (Geographical Survey Institute,Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport)

Terrestrial Biogeochemistry J175

Although biogeochemical studies in terrestrial ecosystem have been conducted by scientists who have various backgrounds, information exchanges have not been enough among individual scientific fields. This session will promote interdisciplinary discussion and future directions among related scientists not only in terrestrial themes, but also in the related atmospheric and aquatic ones.

**Convener: Hideaki Shibata (Field Science Center fot Northern Biosphere, Hokkaido University)

K (Mineralogy ・Petrology) to top of this page

Ophiolites and oceanic lithosphere K132

This session focuses on the processes of oceanic lithosphere and the ophiolite problems by combining researches on ophiolites and present oceanic crust and mantle. Papers on broad topics on the present ocean floors and IODP drilling as well as the ancient ophiolites are welcomed.

**Convener: Susumu Umino (Department of Earth Sciences, Kanazawa University)

Petrology, Mineralogy and Resource Geology K133

We widely invite presentations in the fields of petrology, mineralogy and resource geology. Especially description of minerals and rocks, investigation of their origin and evolution by field investigation and/or laboratory experiments, and development of new methods are accepted.

**Convener: Toshiro Nagase (The Tohoku University Museum)

Physics and chemistry of minerals K134

The aim of this session will be to discuss the full range of physical and chemical properties of materials on the basis of experimental, computational and theoretical approaches. Targeted materials are not only minerals but also their analogous and model materials. Discussion about amorphous materials and melt is also welcome.

**Convener: Hiroshi Kojitani (Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Gakushuin University)

L (Global environment Climate Change) to top of this page

Paleoclimate and paleoceanography L135

This section provides an opportunity for the presentation of studies related to the history of the Earth's climate-the ice age cycles, sea level changes, the evolution of the Asian monsoon, teleconnection- and the resulting biotic responses.

**Convener: Akihisa Kitamura (Institute of Geosciences, Faculty of Science, Shizuoka University)

Ocean-Land linkage:climate change dynamics in present & past L136

The aim of this session is to investigate causes and propagation processes of climate and environment changes in various time scales by comparison of historical records between ocean and land together with model simulations. Presentations are expected from multidisciplinary fields that are not only paleoclimatic and paleoenvironmental reports but also modern observations and modeling studies.

**Convener: Naomi Harada (Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology)

Science in the Arctic Region L137

The Arctic region and surrounding circumpolar region is the key area for the study of global change because the anthropogenic impact is projected to be the largest in this area due to the complicated feedback processes of the nature. A number of international and interdisciplinary research projects are in progress for the studies on the atmosphere-ocean-land system under the auspice of the International Polar Year (IPY) Project during 2007 to 2008. In order to understand the feedback processes occurring in the Arctic and to project the global warming in the future, we need to establish the intense observational network and to exchange the knowledge and information by combining the different scientific communities under the common interest of the Arctic. The proposed union session consists of three sub-sessions: (1) Global warming connected to the Arctic region, (2) Hydrological cycle in the Arctic region, and (3) Ecosystem in the Arctic region. The objective of the union session is to exchange our knowledge on the observational facts and to deepen our understanding on wide range of natural sciences related to the Arctic and the circumpolar region. We hope that the science in the Arctic draws increasingly more attention in near future, and the proposed union session would serve as the first step for that goal.

**Convener: Hiroshi Kanda (National Institute of Polar Research)

M (Earth, Planetary and Space Science) to top of this page

Planetary atmosphere, ionosphere and magnetosphere M138

Studies on planetary atmospheres, ionospheres and magnetospheres are presented and discussed. Results of ground-based observations, plans of spacecraft missions, and theoretical studies are welcome.

**Convener: Fuminori Tsuchiya (Planetary Plasma and Atmospheric Research Center, Graduate School of Science, Tohoku University)

O (Geophysical Exploration) to top of this page

Exploration Geophysics and its application O139

Geophysical exploration methods are widely used to estimate physical or chemical properties of media that are located in the environment where it is difficult for human beings to access. We would welcome presentations and discussions on theories, applications, case studies in which geophysical exploration schemes are applied for using artificial/natural signals or potentials.

**Convener: Hitoshi Mikada (Kyoto University)

P (Planetary Sciences) to top of this page

Planetary Sciences P140

General interest papers for Planetary Sciences

**Convener: Hiroshi Kobayashi (Institute of Low Temperature Science, Hokkaido University)

Origin and evolution of solid materials in stars and planets P141

Recent progresses of astronomical observations, laboratory experiments, and theoretical work have enabled us to study the evolution of solid materials in our Solar System as a part of a general star and planetary system formation and evolution study. Collecting these new scientific results, in this session, further progresses of our science are pursued.

**Convener: ID 3987 / Yoshiko Okamoto (Institute of Astrophysics and Planetary Sciences, Faculty of Science, Ibaraki University)

Mars: Science and Future Missions P142

Recent mission results produced new data, which are attracting interests on Mars. There are various research fields such as interior, atmosphere, plasma environment on Mars. Mars is still an active planet with various ongoing phenomena such as atmospheric escape, hydrosphere, and volcanoes. In this session, presentation on current studies on Mars as well as future mission plans are discussed.

**Convener: Sho Sasaki (RISE Project Office National Astronomical Observatory of Japan)

Science of Small Solar System Bodies and future prospect P143

Small solar system bodies have been actively investigated by spacecrafts and terrestrial observations. New findings strongly indicate that studies of them will provide essential clues to understand the evolution of the solar system and the origin of life. We will discuss the strategic direction for future researches on small solar system bodies from various aspects.

**Convener: Makoto Yoshikawa (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency)

Moon P144

A Japanese lunar explorer SELENE was successfully launched. Many progresses on the lunar science are expected in next years with scientific data obtained by the mission. Presentations on prompt reports of the SELENE mission and strategy for future observations and data analyses will be discussed. Theoretical or experimental studies related to SELENE and the lunar science will be also welcome.

**Convener: Naru Hirata (University of Aizu, The School of Computer Science and Engineering)

Q (Quaternary Research) to top of this page

Quaternary Science Q145

This session covers the entire spectrum of quaternary research to encourage interdisciplinary discussions. The most typical topics are active tectonics, loes and soils, volcanic eruption, tephras, geomorphology, dating, paleoenvironment, sea-level changes, paleontology, anthropology and so on. Any topics with new findings and ideas are encouraged.

**Convener: Hideki Miura (National Institute of Polar Research)

Recent progress on late Pleistocene to Holocene stratigrapy Q146

This session deals with stratigraphy of late Pleistocene to Holocene sediment, new methods of surveying costal sediments and environmental changes during late Pleistocene to Holocene.

**Convener: Katsumi Kimura (Geological Survey of Japan, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology,)

R (Resource Geology) to top of this page

S (Seismology) to top of this page

Active faults and paleoseismology S147

Geologic and historic information on seismic cycles and on the magnitude and source faults of past earthquakes is essential information to understand future large earthquakes. The study of past faulting and seismicity is an important issue for an interdisciplinary community of seismologists, geologists, geomorphologists, archaeologists, and historians.

**Convener: Koji Okumura (Graduate School of Letters, Hiroshima University)

Earthquake Source Processes and Physics of Earthquakes S148

The goal of this session is to integrate theoretical, experimental, and observational perspectives to define what is known about earthquake source processes. We solicit submissions that address such issues as pre-, co-, and post-seismic processes, earthquake cycles, laboratory experiments on elementary processes, numerical models based on frictional laws, estimates of in situ stress field.