Cover (IMAGE) Geological Society of America Caption New GSA Special Paper 480, Mélanges: Processes of Formation and Societal Significance, highlights the richness and variety of recent research on mélanges. According to editors John Wakabayashi of California State University–Fresno, and Yildirim Dilek of Miami University–Ohio, mélanges are among the most important components of orogenic belts. Credit Geological Society of America Usage Restrictions Educational or non-commercial use only License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.