SCEC (Statewide California Earthquake Center) Annual Meeting

The Statewide California Earthquake Center (SCEC) is a collaborative research and education hub that brings together experts across geoscience and related fields to advance our understanding of earthquake processes and apply that knowledge to reduce their impacts on society in California and beyond.

Each year, the SCEC Annual Meeting convenes a global community involved in earthquake-related research, education, and outreach. The meeting showcases SCEC-funded research and projects, fostering collaboration among scientists, stakeholders, and sponsors. Early career scientists and students comprise over 40% of attendees. Featured speakers are researchers from both within and outside SCEC whose work challenges and inspires future SCEC directions.

The SCEC Annual Meeting will be held in Palm Springs from September 7-10, 2025. The program features plenary sessions with invited talks, moderated discussions, focusing on key science questions about the San Andreas Fault System to advance earthquake science and hazard analysis for earthquake preparedness and societal resilience. The community is invited to showcase their work through poster presentations at the annual meeting. Together we will review progress from the annual SCEC Collaboration Plan and shape future priorities for the Center.