Redating the Minoan eruption of Santorini A 3600 y.o. fossil olive tree discovered in the Minoan pumice allows to refine the date of the Minoan eruption on Santorini to the 17th century B.C.
Intraplate volcanism A third tectonic setting where volcanism occurs is believed to be the result of mantle plumes and not directly related to plate boundaries. So called hot spot volcanoes fall into this category.
Dallol hot springs One of the most bizarre landscapes on earth: Dallol is a vast and very active hydrothermal field creating a colorful array of hot springs, small geysers, salt towers, colorful lakes and ponds in the middle of the deepest part of the Danakil desert and the Karum salt lake.