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Frequently Asked Questions about Geological Society member subscriptions


  1. Will I receive a password? May I share my password with friends, or is use limited solely to me?

    Yes, all members of the Geological Society will receive a user name and password. You are the only one licensed to use this password - you may not share it with anybody.

  2. Can I change my username and password? What if I forget my password?

    You can change your user name and password if you wish, but it is important to remember that these details are held independently for the Lyell Collection and for other Society services - so you will need to keep a careful record of your details on each site. There are instructions on what to do if you lose your details on this site - follow this link.

  3. What do I get access to if I am a Geological Society member subscriber?

    Geological Society member subscribers have access to current and full archival content of JGS (back to the launch volume of 1845) and QJEGH (back to the launch volume of 1967) if they opt to take these journals as a benefit of membership. All Geological Society members also receive free access to Special Publications, Engineering Geology Special Publications and Memoirs published prior to the current or previous three calendar years. From January 2008 members will also have the option of receiving online access to all current content for these titles upon the payment of an additional subscription fee.

  4. How do I get my institution to subscribe?

    If you would like your institution to have access to some or all of the Lyell Collection you should approach your library comittee or librarian. To subscribe they should email sales{at}geolsoc.org.uk

  5. Will I still be able to get the paper version?

    Geological Society members will continue to receive a print copy of their chosen journal, though the Society may review this policy in the future. Society members will not receive print copies of any Special Publication or book titles to which they may have access via the Lyell Collection, though they may purchase copies at a special members' discount (normally 50%). Print copies of books can be ordered from the online bookshop.

  6. How can I access the Lyell Collection if I am not a Geological Society member and I don't have access through an institutional subscription?

    Much of the Lyell Collection can be used and viewed free of charge. However, if you wish to view comprehensive full text access you may wish to consider joining the Geological Society (see below). Alternatively you may access Lyell Collection content on a pay-per-view basis, or purchase a full price individual subscription to the Collection.

  7. How do I become a member of the Geological Society?

    To make enquiries about joining the Geological Society email membership{at}geolsoc.org.uk

If you still have queries please click here to see further FAQs or contact the Geological Society:

Geological Society Publishing House
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