Seismology and Earth Dynamics: A Variety of Scientific Approaches

Seismology and related fields were among the basic disciplines constituting the Institute of Geophysics, Polish Academy of Sciences, from its inception. During 60 years, various experimental and theoretical researches have been conducted, and a network of seismic observatories has been managed and gradually updated, as part of international network. Novel theories of the propagation of seismic waves and the processes in the lithosphere and the Earth’s interior, especially in the seismic event preparation areas, have been developed and gradually modified. The statistical studies and profound research on innovative mathematical techniques brought about a real progress in the assessment of seismic hazard and the probability of other extreme events.