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Steven Sobieszćzyk is a scientist and spokesperson. While "Sobie" spent most of his career researching landslide hazards, flooding, sediment transport, and stream ecosystems, he now focuses on science communication and promoting scientific literacy. Steve is a multihazard first responder and has spoken extensively about seismic, wildfire, landslide, flooding, and volcanic hazards.
CURRENT WORK
Public Affairs Specialist • U.S. Geological Survey • 2020 – Present
Develop, create, and execute national-level Bureau communication content (e.g., news releases, social media posts, videos), events (e.g., open houses, press conferences), and media & science communications training. Writer. Illustrator. Videographer. Webmaster. Instructor. Public Speaker.
Public Information Officer & Hydrologist • U.S. Department of Interior • 2017 – Present
Multi-incident first responder. Create talking points, press releases, videos, social media content, and online story maps. Coordinate community meetings and press conferences. DOI Burned Area Emergency Response hydrologist.
Co-founder • Association of Science Communicators • 2016 – 2023
Founding member and executive officer of an international non-profit science communication organization. Help guide internal/external communication and community marketing strategies, including graphic design, branding, and conference development.
Geographer & Hydrologist • U.S. Geological Survey • 2001 – 2020
Study debris flow, flooding, and sediment transport-related issues. Professional background in GIS, including runoff modeling and bathymetric surveys. Advised Leadership on strategies and methods to achieve better public understanding of science content.
Adjunct Professor • Portland State University • 2011 – 2017
Taught Hydrology (GEOG 4/514), GIS for Water Resources (GEOG 4/594), River Restoration, Part II: Ecological Processes (EPP 222), and Site Evaluation and Assessment Tools (EPP 223).
Research Assistant • NASA • 1999
Mapped, analyzed, and compiled a database of crater impacts on Ganymede, the largest moon of Jupiter, using Galileo and Viking satellite images.
Portland State University • M.S. • 2010
Landslide Engineering Geology and Hydrology
Portland State University • GISP • 2005
Licensed Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Professional
University of Wisconson - Oshkosh • B.S. • 2000
Geology, minor in Geography
Steven is interested in landslide hazards, sediment transport, water quality, and stream ecosystems and has published numerous scientific reports, journal articles, and data sets on these topics (see subject links below for respective publications).
**Disclaimer: The views expressed in Non-USGS publications are those of the author and do not represent the views of the USGS, Department of the Interior, or the U.S. Government.
I Am An ... Ornithologist is part of our "I Am A..." series of USGS whiteboard animations that highlight USGS careers. The concept is to show "what society (or my mom) thinks I do" compared with "what I really do." One image captures a more whimsical representation of a "scientist" in the field and the second demonstrates a more accurate representation of what we really look like.
An Ornithologist is someone who studies birds! The USGS has lot of scientists that do this.
Below we feature the animated video and a coloring page.
I Am A ... Herpetologist is part of our "I Am A..." series of USGS whiteboard animations that highlight USGS careers. The concept is to show "what society (or my mom) thinks I do" compared with "what I really do." One image captures a more whimsical representation of a "scientist" in the field and the second demonstrates a more accurate representation of what we really look like.
A Herpetologist is someone who studies amphibians and reptiles! The USGS Amphibian Research and Monitoring Initiative is an "ARMI" of scientists that do this.
Below we feature the animated video and a coloring page.
When it comes to talking to others, especially when explaining science, the key is consequences outweigh precision. You should always be honest, tell the truth, but don't sweat the small stuff. People care about relatability, not the mundane. Knowing what information isn't worth sharing is hard. There are professionals out there who can help. Like me.
KOTE GEN TRANBLEMANNTÈ
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TRANBLEMANNTÈ NAN VIL NEW YORK
KOTE GEN TRANBLEMANNTÈ
(Modèl risk tranblemanntè nan nivo nasyonal, 2023)
TRANBLEMANNTÈ NAN VIL NEW YORK
LÀ OÙ LES SÉISMES SE PRODUISENT
Modèle de l’aléa sismique au niveau national, 2023
LES SÉISMES DANS LA VILLE DE NEW YORK
LÀ OÙ LES SÉISMES SE PRODUISENT
Modèle de l’aléa sismique au niveau national, 2023
LES SÉISMES DANS LA VILLE DE NEW YORK
DÓNDE SE PRODUCEN LOS TERREMOTOS
Modelo Nacional de Riesgo Sísmico, 2023
TERREMOTOS EN LA CIUDAD DE NUEVA YORK
DÓNDE SE PRODUCEN LOS TERREMOTOS
Modelo Nacional de Riesgo Sísmico, 2023
TERREMOTOS EN LA CIUDAD DE NUEVA YORK
CÁC TRẬN ĐỘNG ĐẤT XẢY RA Ở ĐÂU
Theo Mô Hình Cảnh Báo Nguy Hiểm Động Đất Toàn Quốc, 2023
ĐỘNG ĐẤT TẠI THÀNH PHỐ NEW YORK
CÁC TRẬN ĐỘNG ĐẤT XẢY RA Ở ĐÂU
Theo Mô Hình Cảnh Báo Nguy Hiểm Động Đất Toàn Quốc, 2023
ĐỘNG ĐẤT TẠI THÀNH PHỐ NEW YORK
Social media graphic used for promoting the 2023 update to the National Seismic Hazard Model | U.S. Geological Survey (usgs.gov)
Social media graphic used for promoting the 2023 update to the National Seismic Hazard Model | U.S. Geological Survey (usgs.gov)
Whether you’ve never experienced an earthquake, are in the midst of intense shaking, or just felt a temblor, there are valuable resources available to help. Watch the video to learn more.
Whether you’ve never experienced an earthquake, are in the midst of intense shaking, or just felt a temblor, there are valuable resources available to help. Watch the video to learn more.
We can’t predict exactly when an earthquake might occur. However, if you live on the West Coast, there is a chance you could get alerted that earthquake shaking is coming. This video is all about earthquake early warning.
We can’t predict exactly when an earthquake might occur. However, if you live on the West Coast, there is a chance you could get alerted that earthquake shaking is coming. This video is all about earthquake early warning.
Do you know what a “go” bag is? Does your family have a plan in case of an emergency? Check out the video to see what you can do to get yourself prepared if there were an earthquake.
Do you know what a “go” bag is? Does your family have a plan in case of an emergency? Check out the video to see what you can do to get yourself prepared if there were an earthquake.
Will an earthquake happen where you live? We have the resources that will let you know. Check out the video to learn more. September is National Preparedness Month.
Will an earthquake happen where you live? We have the resources that will let you know. Check out the video to learn more. September is National Preparedness Month.
Earthquakes can affect millions of people across the United States. But do you know what causes them? This video will tell you.
September is National Preparedness Month. Learn more about the natural hazards you may face in our feature story.
Earthquakes can affect millions of people across the United States. But do you know what causes them? This video will tell you.
September is National Preparedness Month. Learn more about the natural hazards you may face in our feature story.
There’s an earthquake—what do you do? This video will show you.
September is National Preparedness Month. Learn more about the natural hazards you may face in our feature story.
Additional Resources:
There’s an earthquake—what do you do? This video will show you.
September is National Preparedness Month. Learn more about the natural hazards you may face in our feature story.
Additional Resources:
Natural hazards are unavoidable. But with proper preparedness, their impact can be reduced. The USGS and its partners work to prepare, monitor, assess, and alert people to the hazards around them. Are you ready if you're affected by a disaster?
Natural hazards are unavoidable. But with proper preparedness, their impact can be reduced. The USGS and its partners work to prepare, monitor, assess, and alert people to the hazards around them. Are you ready if you're affected by a disaster?
Natural hazards are unavoidable. But with proper preparedness, their impact can be reduced. The USGS and its partners work to prepare, monitor, assess, and alert people to the hazards around them. Are you ready if you're affected by a disaster?
Natural hazards are unavoidable. But with proper preparedness, their impact can be reduced. The USGS and its partners work to prepare, monitor, assess, and alert people to the hazards around them. Are you ready if you're affected by a disaster?
Rotational slide: This is a slide in which the surface of rupture is curved concavely upward and the slide movement is roughly rotational about an axis that is parallel to the ground surface and transverse across the slide.
Rotational slide: This is a slide in which the surface of rupture is curved concavely upward and the slide movement is roughly rotational about an axis that is parallel to the ground surface and transverse across the slide.
Rockfalls are abrupt movements of masses of geologic materials, such as rocks and boulders, which become detached from steep slopes or cliffs. Separation occurs along discontinuities such as fractures, joints, and bedding planes, and movement occurs by free-fall, bouncing, and rolling.
Rockfalls are abrupt movements of masses of geologic materials, such as rocks and boulders, which become detached from steep slopes or cliffs. Separation occurs along discontinuities such as fractures, joints, and bedding planes, and movement occurs by free-fall, bouncing, and rolling.
A debris flow is a form of rapid mass movement in which a combination of loose soil, rock, organic matter, air, and water mobilizes as a slurry that flows downslope. Debris flows include <50% fines.
A debris flow is a form of rapid mass movement in which a combination of loose soil, rock, organic matter, air, and water mobilizes as a slurry that flows downslope. Debris flows include <50% fines.
Debris avalanche: This is a variety of very rapid to extremely rapid debris flow.
Debris avalanche: This is a variety of very rapid to extremely rapid debris flow.
Creep is the imperceptibly slow, steady, downward movement of slope-forming soil or rock. Movement is caused by shear stress sufficient to produce permanent deformation, but too small to produce shear failure.
Creep is the imperceptibly slow, steady, downward movement of slope-forming soil or rock. Movement is caused by shear stress sufficient to produce permanent deformation, but too small to produce shear failure.
Lateral spreads are distinctive because they usually occur on very gentle slopes or flat terrain. The dominant mode of movement is lateral extension accompanied by shear or tensile fractures.
Lateral spreads are distinctive because they usually occur on very gentle slopes or flat terrain. The dominant mode of movement is lateral extension accompanied by shear or tensile fractures.
TYPES OF LANDSLIDES
A block slide is a translational slide in which the moving mass consists of a single unit or a few closely related units that move downslope as a relatively coherent mass.
A block slide is a translational slide in which the moving mass consists of a single unit or a few closely related units that move downslope as a relatively coherent mass.
Steven is interested in landslide hazards, sediment transport, water quality, and stream ecosystems and has published numerous scientific reports, journal articles, and data sets on these topics (see subject links below for respective publications).
**Disclaimer: The views expressed in Non-USGS publications are those of the author and do not represent the views of the USGS, Department of the Interior, or the U.S. Government.
I Am An ... Ornithologist is part of our "I Am A..." series of USGS whiteboard animations that highlight USGS careers. The concept is to show "what society (or my mom) thinks I do" compared with "what I really do." One image captures a more whimsical representation of a "scientist" in the field and the second demonstrates a more accurate representation of what we really look like.
An Ornithologist is someone who studies birds! The USGS has lot of scientists that do this.
Below we feature the animated video and a coloring page.
I Am A ... Herpetologist is part of our "I Am A..." series of USGS whiteboard animations that highlight USGS careers. The concept is to show "what society (or my mom) thinks I do" compared with "what I really do." One image captures a more whimsical representation of a "scientist" in the field and the second demonstrates a more accurate representation of what we really look like.
A Herpetologist is someone who studies amphibians and reptiles! The USGS Amphibian Research and Monitoring Initiative is an "ARMI" of scientists that do this.
Below we feature the animated video and a coloring page.
When it comes to talking to others, especially when explaining science, the key is consequences outweigh precision. You should always be honest, tell the truth, but don't sweat the small stuff. People care about relatability, not the mundane. Knowing what information isn't worth sharing is hard. There are professionals out there who can help. Like me.
KOTE GEN TRANBLEMANNTÈ
(Modèl risk tranblemanntè nan nivo nasyonal, 2023)
TRANBLEMANNTÈ NAN VIL NEW YORK
KOTE GEN TRANBLEMANNTÈ
(Modèl risk tranblemanntè nan nivo nasyonal, 2023)
TRANBLEMANNTÈ NAN VIL NEW YORK
LÀ OÙ LES SÉISMES SE PRODUISENT
Modèle de l’aléa sismique au niveau national, 2023
LES SÉISMES DANS LA VILLE DE NEW YORK
LÀ OÙ LES SÉISMES SE PRODUISENT
Modèle de l’aléa sismique au niveau national, 2023
LES SÉISMES DANS LA VILLE DE NEW YORK
DÓNDE SE PRODUCEN LOS TERREMOTOS
Modelo Nacional de Riesgo Sísmico, 2023
TERREMOTOS EN LA CIUDAD DE NUEVA YORK
DÓNDE SE PRODUCEN LOS TERREMOTOS
Modelo Nacional de Riesgo Sísmico, 2023
TERREMOTOS EN LA CIUDAD DE NUEVA YORK
CÁC TRẬN ĐỘNG ĐẤT XẢY RA Ở ĐÂU
Theo Mô Hình Cảnh Báo Nguy Hiểm Động Đất Toàn Quốc, 2023
ĐỘNG ĐẤT TẠI THÀNH PHỐ NEW YORK
CÁC TRẬN ĐỘNG ĐẤT XẢY RA Ở ĐÂU
Theo Mô Hình Cảnh Báo Nguy Hiểm Động Đất Toàn Quốc, 2023
ĐỘNG ĐẤT TẠI THÀNH PHỐ NEW YORK
Social media graphic used for promoting the 2023 update to the National Seismic Hazard Model | U.S. Geological Survey (usgs.gov)
Social media graphic used for promoting the 2023 update to the National Seismic Hazard Model | U.S. Geological Survey (usgs.gov)
Whether you’ve never experienced an earthquake, are in the midst of intense shaking, or just felt a temblor, there are valuable resources available to help. Watch the video to learn more.
Whether you’ve never experienced an earthquake, are in the midst of intense shaking, or just felt a temblor, there are valuable resources available to help. Watch the video to learn more.
We can’t predict exactly when an earthquake might occur. However, if you live on the West Coast, there is a chance you could get alerted that earthquake shaking is coming. This video is all about earthquake early warning.
We can’t predict exactly when an earthquake might occur. However, if you live on the West Coast, there is a chance you could get alerted that earthquake shaking is coming. This video is all about earthquake early warning.
Do you know what a “go” bag is? Does your family have a plan in case of an emergency? Check out the video to see what you can do to get yourself prepared if there were an earthquake.
Do you know what a “go” bag is? Does your family have a plan in case of an emergency? Check out the video to see what you can do to get yourself prepared if there were an earthquake.
Will an earthquake happen where you live? We have the resources that will let you know. Check out the video to learn more. September is National Preparedness Month.
Will an earthquake happen where you live? We have the resources that will let you know. Check out the video to learn more. September is National Preparedness Month.
Earthquakes can affect millions of people across the United States. But do you know what causes them? This video will tell you.
September is National Preparedness Month. Learn more about the natural hazards you may face in our feature story.
Earthquakes can affect millions of people across the United States. But do you know what causes them? This video will tell you.
September is National Preparedness Month. Learn more about the natural hazards you may face in our feature story.
There’s an earthquake—what do you do? This video will show you.
September is National Preparedness Month. Learn more about the natural hazards you may face in our feature story.
Additional Resources:
There’s an earthquake—what do you do? This video will show you.
September is National Preparedness Month. Learn more about the natural hazards you may face in our feature story.
Additional Resources:
Natural hazards are unavoidable. But with proper preparedness, their impact can be reduced. The USGS and its partners work to prepare, monitor, assess, and alert people to the hazards around them. Are you ready if you're affected by a disaster?
Natural hazards are unavoidable. But with proper preparedness, their impact can be reduced. The USGS and its partners work to prepare, monitor, assess, and alert people to the hazards around them. Are you ready if you're affected by a disaster?
Natural hazards are unavoidable. But with proper preparedness, their impact can be reduced. The USGS and its partners work to prepare, monitor, assess, and alert people to the hazards around them. Are you ready if you're affected by a disaster?
Natural hazards are unavoidable. But with proper preparedness, their impact can be reduced. The USGS and its partners work to prepare, monitor, assess, and alert people to the hazards around them. Are you ready if you're affected by a disaster?
Rotational slide: This is a slide in which the surface of rupture is curved concavely upward and the slide movement is roughly rotational about an axis that is parallel to the ground surface and transverse across the slide.
Rotational slide: This is a slide in which the surface of rupture is curved concavely upward and the slide movement is roughly rotational about an axis that is parallel to the ground surface and transverse across the slide.
Rockfalls are abrupt movements of masses of geologic materials, such as rocks and boulders, which become detached from steep slopes or cliffs. Separation occurs along discontinuities such as fractures, joints, and bedding planes, and movement occurs by free-fall, bouncing, and rolling.
Rockfalls are abrupt movements of masses of geologic materials, such as rocks and boulders, which become detached from steep slopes or cliffs. Separation occurs along discontinuities such as fractures, joints, and bedding planes, and movement occurs by free-fall, bouncing, and rolling.
A debris flow is a form of rapid mass movement in which a combination of loose soil, rock, organic matter, air, and water mobilizes as a slurry that flows downslope. Debris flows include <50% fines.
A debris flow is a form of rapid mass movement in which a combination of loose soil, rock, organic matter, air, and water mobilizes as a slurry that flows downslope. Debris flows include <50% fines.
Debris avalanche: This is a variety of very rapid to extremely rapid debris flow.
Debris avalanche: This is a variety of very rapid to extremely rapid debris flow.
Creep is the imperceptibly slow, steady, downward movement of slope-forming soil or rock. Movement is caused by shear stress sufficient to produce permanent deformation, but too small to produce shear failure.
Creep is the imperceptibly slow, steady, downward movement of slope-forming soil or rock. Movement is caused by shear stress sufficient to produce permanent deformation, but too small to produce shear failure.
Lateral spreads are distinctive because they usually occur on very gentle slopes or flat terrain. The dominant mode of movement is lateral extension accompanied by shear or tensile fractures.
Lateral spreads are distinctive because they usually occur on very gentle slopes or flat terrain. The dominant mode of movement is lateral extension accompanied by shear or tensile fractures.
TYPES OF LANDSLIDES
A block slide is a translational slide in which the moving mass consists of a single unit or a few closely related units that move downslope as a relatively coherent mass.
A block slide is a translational slide in which the moving mass consists of a single unit or a few closely related units that move downslope as a relatively coherent mass.