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Explorer Division Column DEG By Stephen Testa

'I a Geologist': How We Define Ourselves

The famous phrase “I a geologist” is one from a young man 29 years of age named Charles Darwin. After his introduction to geology at the age of 21 by Adam Sedgwick, Darwin would eventually embark on the famous voyage of the Beagle which lasted from 1831 to 1836.

Added on 01 June, 2018

Explorer Historical Highlights By Rasoul Sorkhabi

The First Oil Field in the Middle East

This year marks the 110th anniversary of the discovery of the Masjid Suleiman oil field in southwest Persia (Iran), which ushered in a new era in the history of the Middle East. This is the story of the men whose vision, interests and perseverance made it happen.

Added on 01 June, 2018

Explorer Article By Ken Milam

Tomorrow's Energy Geoscientists and the Coming War for Talent

Who are the “future energy geoscientists” and in what kind of professional world will they work? Veteran petroleum geologist and organizational leader Chandler Wilhelm envisions a changing industry that will require different skills and provide new and different opportunities for young professionals and students beginning to choose their career paths.

Added on 01 June, 2018

Learn! Blog By Susan Nash

Interview with Don Herman, Cordax

Having relevant petrophysical information is vital for successful drilling, completion, and stimulation. However, it has not been easy to find ways to obtain reliable information. Welcome to an interview with Don Herman, who discusses a new tool that logs deviated, horizontal, and vertical wells where wireline could not reach TD. Cordax will be presenting at U-Pitch at URTeC.

Added on 24 May, 2018

Learn! Blog By Susan Nash

Interview with Paul Gibbs, Freedom Tank Technology

Technology that makes operations safer as well as more efficient is a focus for AAPG’s U-Pitch pitch event to take place at URTeC, July 23-25 in Houston. Welcome to an interview with Paul Gibbs, developer and creator of the Freedom Tank Technology Tool which is designed to make oil and gas storage much safer.

Added on 17 May, 2018

Explorer Article By Brian Ervin

AAPG Officers Elected

Independent geologist J. Michael Party, president of Midland, Texas-based Beryl Oil and Gas LP, has been voted president-elect of AAPG for the 2018-19 term.

Added on 16 May, 2018

Explorer President’s Column By Charles Sternbach

The Golden Age of Super Basins

I was pleased to serve as the organizer, general chair and creator of the AAPG Global Super Basins Leadership Conference. I will remember it as a highlight of my year as AAPG president and my entire career. I would like to share a few observations resulting from this conference.

Added on 01 May, 2018

Explorer Division Column EMD By Doug Wyatt

Join the EMD Mission

In a vibrant, active and expanding global energy workforce, many professional organizations and opportunities exist. We can’t belong to all of them and participate in any meaningful way, so we have to choose those that best fit our professional goals, opportunities and needs. In the parlance of my co-workers at NASA – what mission do we join?

Added on 01 May, 2018

Explorer Emphasis Article By Louise Durham

University Lands: How Oil Fuels Higher Ed in Texas

Given the escalating costs that are essentially synonymous with higher education these days, college endowments are becoming increasingly important. Texas hopped onto this bandwagon long, long ago. Not surprisingly, this entailed land – and oil.

Added on 01 May, 2018

Explorer Emphasis Article By Barry Friedman

OU Consortium Makes 'Profound Impact' on Industry and Education

The University of Oklahoma’s STACK-MERGE- SCOOP Consortium educates students and industry alike.

Added on 01 May, 2018

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Explorer Director’s Corner By David Curtiss

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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