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Explorer Article By Susan Eaton

Water, water everywhere? Geothermal waters in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin could be a new source of abundant and cheap energy.

Added on 01 December, 2005

Explorer Division Column EMD By Sam Limerick

GIS Provides Information Edge

Most of the larger oil companies have adopted geographic information systems (GIS), or geospatial technology, and it has revolutionized the way they do business.

Added on 01 November, 2005

Explorer A Look Back Column By Marlan Downey

Looking Back: We Have Many Reasons to Be Thankful

Perhaps a review — and awareness — of the past may make us better geologists in the future.

Added on 01 November, 2005

Explorer President’s Column By Peter Rose

'Lights of a New Era' Shine at Meetings

President's Column

Added on 01 November, 2005

Explorer Spotlight On…

Spotlight On Education

Three's the charm — at least in some circles and the Winter Education Conference is no exception! New slate of 12 courses will be offered in February to train geologists in a one-stop opportunity.

Added on 01 November, 2005

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Reid and Megill Remembered

Two of AAPG's members remembered: Bud Reid and Bob Megill.

Added on 01 November, 2005

Explorer Emphasis Article By David Brown

Pacific NW Plays Present a Puzzle

Experts agree that exploring and doing business in today’s oil world demands innovative approaches to your work, whether it’s in looking at new areas for hydrocarbons or looking at old areas in a new way. This month’s EXPLORER takes a look at some of the innovative approaches and visions that already have surfaced – plus some hints at new potential. Cover photos include a view of drilling operations at the Coos Bay Basin in southwestern Oregon (top).

Added on 01 November, 2005

Explorer Article By Richard Green

10 Reasons Petrol Prices Will be High

Commentary on Oil Prices.

Added on 01 October, 2005

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Mitchum to Receive Powers

Robert M. Mitchum, a research geologist who has been credited as a pioneer in developing the disciplines of sequence and seismic stratigraphy, has been named the 2006 recipient of the Sidney Powers Memorial Award.

Added on 01 October, 2005

Explorer Emphasis Article

Market is Humming a Happy Tune

Geophysical officials say that rising energy prices have triggered an increase in demand for seismic services “across the board” — including new data acquisition. The geophysical industry is humming, thanks to recent demands for both land and marine seismic services.

Added on 01 October, 2005

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Explorer Article By Jhonny Casas

Angelo Pitoni, a Real-Life 'Indiana Jones' in Venezuelan Territory

Adventure enthusiasts should enjoy the story of Angelo Pitoni, a larger- than-life geologist whose story includes exploits rivaling any of those portrayed on the big screen. This article focuses specifically on a chapter of his life that took place in my country, Venezuela, and forms part of our country’s oil exploration history.

Added on 01 March, 2022

Explorer Article By David Brown

Persistent Prospects of the Permian

An influx of recent mergers and acquisitions has brought even more operators to the Permian, and there are some regions where there is still much geoscience to be done.

Added on 26 March, 2024

Explorer Article By Emily Llinás,Sylvia Anjos

The ‘Father of the Pre-Salt’

Brazil’s famed “Father of the Pre-Salt,” Guilherme de Oliveira Estrella, is credited with several major oil discoveries and with advances in petroleum systems research.

Added on 01 April, 2024

Explorer Director’s Corner By David Curtiss

Introducing the New EXPLORER, New Digital Newsletters

Perhaps you did a double take pulling the April issue of EXPLORER from the mailbox. What is this? If you joined AAPG in the last 40 years, you’ve only known EXPLORER in its long-standing tabloid format. It worked well for many years as our advertisers – particularly seismic companies – loved the large format and the ability to display their data on a sweeping canvas. For readers, it was a little more awkward.

Added on 01 April, 2024