Center for Earthquake Research and Information

CERI, established in 1977, serves the University of Memphis by facilitating interdisciplinary research and education, and the public by providing authoritative scientific education and information.

CERI Strategic Plan

CERI Mission and Core Values

Earthquake Resources for Teachers & Kids

West Tennessee Seismic Safety Commission

The University of Memphis

Department of Earth Sciences

CERI Calendar of Events

CERI Alumni--Where are they now?

New Faculty Positions!

Applications are now being taken for Tenure Track Positions in Engineering Seismology and Lithospheric Geodynamics. Click on the links for the job descriptions and information on how to apply.

Recent Earthquakes in the Central and Eastern U.S.

Click on this map to go to an interactive map which shows recent Central U.S. earthquakes.

Maps are updated within about 5 minutes of an earthquake.

University of Memphis Researchers Monitoring Virginia Aftershocks A research scientist and technical staff from the University of Memphis Center for Earthquake Research and Information (CERI) are collaborating with the U.S. Geological Survey, The Incorporated Research Institutions for Seismology, Virginia Tech, and Lamont Doherty Earth Observatory to record aftershocks related to the August 23, 2011 earthquake near Mineral, Virginia, 1:51 PM EST. (more of the story here...)
Information and CERI Public Statement on the Guy, Arkansas Earthquake Swarm
USGS Earthquake Headlines
CERI offers a variety of research opportunities in graduate studies. Interested in travel? CERI faculty and staff conduct research all over the world.

The Public Earthquake Resource Center at CERI is an education and outreach program for K-12 students, adults, and other curious people.