How a geoscientist can use AI, task by task

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to analyze and interpret geological data, using computer software.

Context: We use SAS and The MathWorks MATLAB; the work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Data: [paste or describe]
Question: [what to determine]

Suggest analysis steps, methods and code. Show your working step by step and give spreadsheet formulas so I can reproduce the numbers.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to analyze and interpret geological, geochemical, or geophysical information from sources, such as survey data, well logs, bore holes, or aerial photos.

Context: We use SAS and The MathWorks MATLAB; the work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Data: [paste or describe]
Question: [what to determine]

Suggest analysis steps, methods and code. Show your working step by step and give spreadsheet formulas so I can reproduce the numbers.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to communicate geological findings by writing research papers, participating in conferences, or teaching geological science at universities.

Context: The work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Findings: [paste summary]
Audience: [peers, public, policymakers]

Draft a talk outline or summary for the audience. Use plain language, one everyday analogy, and the questions people are most likely to ask with short answers.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to investigate the composition, structure, or history of the Earth's crust through the collection, examination, measurement, or classification of soils, minerals, rocks, or fossil remains.

Context: We use SAS and The MathWorks MATLAB; the work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Question: [what I want to understand about the rock, soil or structure]
Data available: [samples, maps, cores, surveys]

Suggest hypotheses, the observations or tests to distinguish them, classification schemes that apply, and key references.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to prepare geological maps, cross-sectional diagrams, charts, or reports concerning mineral extraction, land use, or resource management, using results of fieldwork or laboratory research.

Context: We use Adobe Photoshop and ACD Systems Canvas; the work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Map: [geological, survey, mosaic]
Data: [sources]

Outline the workflow, layers and symbology. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to locate and estimate probable natural gas, oil, or mineral ore deposits or underground water resources, using aerial photographs, charts, or research or survey results.

Context: We use SAS and The MathWorks MATLAB; the work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Resource: [oil, gas, minerals, water, aggregate]
Data: [geospatial, survey]

Outline analysis steps and indicators. Show your working step by step and give spreadsheet formulas so I can reproduce the numbers.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to review environmental, historical, or technical reports and publications for accuracy.

Context: We use Adobe Acrobat and SAS; the work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Document: [paste text]
What to check: [facts, figures, style, references]

List errors with corrections and anything to verify. Make a table: requirement, met / not met / unclear, and the exact evidence.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to identify risks for natural disasters, such as mudslides, earthquakes, or volcanic eruptions.

Context: We use SAS and The MathWorks MATLAB; the work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Data: [paste meteorological, emissions, monitoring data]
Question: [what to predict or explain]

Analyze trends and give code or formulas. Show your working step by step and give spreadsheet formulas so I can reproduce the numbers.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to advise construction firms or government agencies on dam or road construction, foundation design, land use, or resource management.

Context: The work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Issue: [wildlife, management systems]
Audience: [agencies, landowners]

Explain recommendations and their basis. Use plain language, one everyday analogy, and the questions people are most likely to ask with short answers.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to study historical climate change indicators found in locations, such as ice sheets or rock formations to develop climate change models.

Context: We use SAS and The MathWorks MATLAB; the work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Question: [water quality, flow, source, climate indicator]
Site and data: [location, existing measurements]

Outline likely causes or processes, data and samples to collect, analysis methods, and key literature to check.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to review work plans to determine the effectiveness of activities for mitigating soil or groundwater contamination.

Context: We use Groundwater Vistas and Groundwater modeling system GMS; the work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Proposal: [paste or describe]
Criteria: [technical, ecological, legal]

Assess against criteria and draft recommendations. Make a table: requirement, met / not met / unclear, and the exact evidence.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to conduct geological or geophysical studies to provide information for use in regional development, site selection, or development of public works projects.

Context: We use SAS and The MathWorks MATLAB; the work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Question: [what I want to understand about the rock, soil or structure]
Data available: [samples, maps, cores, surveys]

Suggest hypotheses, the observations or tests to distinguish them, classification schemes that apply, and key references.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to develop strategies for more environmentally friendly resource extraction and reclamation.

Context: We use Microsoft Project and Microsoft Excel; the work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Resource: [forest, soil, water, wildlife]
Goals and constraints: [yield, conservation, budget]

Draft a management plan with practices, schedule and monitoring. Lay it out as a table with steps, owner, timing and what could go wrong, then list the decisions I still need to make.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to design geological mine maps, monitor mine structural integrity, or advise and monitor mining crews.

Context: We use Adobe Photoshop and ACD Systems Canvas; the work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Map: [geological, survey, mosaic]
Data: [sources]

Outline the workflow, layers and symbology. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to identify deposits of construction materials suitable for use as concrete aggregates, road fill, or other applications.

Context: We use SAS and The MathWorks MATLAB; the work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Resource: [oil, gas, minerals, water, aggregate]
Data: [geospatial, survey]

Outline analysis steps and indicators. Show your working step by step and give spreadsheet formulas so I can reproduce the numbers.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to identify possible sites for carbon sequestration projects.

Context: We use SAS and The MathWorks MATLAB; the work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Project: [type, location]
Data to collect: [access, drainage, utilities, population, loads]

Create a site data collection sheet with fields, units and sources for each item. Then tell me which items most affect cost or design.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to identify new sources of platinum group elements for industrial applications, such as automotive fuel cells or pollution abatement systems.

Context: We use SAS and The MathWorks MATLAB; the work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Resource: [oil, gas, minerals, water, aggregate]
Data: [geospatial, survey]

Outline analysis steps and indicators. Show your working step by step and give spreadsheet formulas so I can reproduce the numbers.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to locate potential sources of geothermal energy.

Context: We use SAS and The MathWorks MATLAB; the work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Resource: [oil, gas, minerals, water, aggregate]
Data: [geospatial, survey]

Outline analysis steps and indicators. Show your working step by step and give spreadsheet formulas so I can reproduce the numbers.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to research geomechanical or geochemical processes to be used in carbon sequestration projects.

Context: We use SAS and The MathWorks MATLAB; the work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Question: [what I want to understand about the rock, soil or structure]
Data available: [samples, maps, cores, surveys]

Suggest hypotheses, the observations or tests to distinguish them, classification schemes that apply, and key references.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to provide advice on the safe siting of new nuclear reactor projects or methods of nuclear waste management.

Context: The work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Hazard: [radiation, siting, materials]
Audience: [authorities]

Explain procedures and recommendations. Use plain language, one everyday analogy, and the questions people are most likely to ask with short answers.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to develop applied software for the analysis and interpretation of geological data.

Context: We use Python and Microsoft Active Server Pages ASP; the work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Problem: [research question]
Data and tools: [formats, libraries]

Propose an approach and write code with tests and documentation. Propose the approach first, then the code with comments and tests, and point out security risks.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to determine ways to mitigate the negative consequences of mineral dust dispersion.

Context: We use Microsoft Project and Microsoft Excel; the work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Activity: [timber removal, dust, construction]
Impacts: [waste, dust, damage]

Compare methods to reduce impact with pros, cons and costs. Lay it out as a table with steps, owner, timing and what could go wrong, then list the decisions I still need to make.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to determine methods to incorporate geomethane or methane hydrates into global energy production or evaluate the potential environmental impacts of such incorporation.

Context: We use Microsoft Project and Microsoft Excel; the work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Activity: [timber removal, dust, construction]
Impacts: [waste, dust, damage]

Compare methods to reduce impact with pros, cons and costs. Lay it out as a table with steps, owner, timing and what could go wrong, then list the decisions I still need to make.

I work as a geoscientist. Part of my job is to develop ways to capture or use gases burned off as waste during oil production processes.

Context: We use Microsoft Project and Microsoft Excel; the work draws on geography, chemistry and physics.
Activity: [farming, production]
Impacts: [soil, environment]

Propose methods to reduce impact. Lay it out as a table with steps, owner, timing and what could go wrong, then list the decisions I still need to make.