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Explorer Emphasis Article By Heather Saucier

Mitch Harris is 'The Godfather of Carbonates'

His extensive research on carbonates coupled with his globally renowned carbonate training programs for scientists of all ages and skill sets, have earned Harris this year’s AAPG Sidney Powers Memorial Award.

Added on 01 May, 2015

Explorer Emphasis Article By Barry Friedman

Things To Do in Denver When You’re Off

When AAPG’s Annual Convention and Exhibition hits Denver on May 31, approximately 8,500 geologists, geophysicists and engineers will be in attendance, participating in oral and poster presentations, meeting and sharing ideas with industry experts and students, and engaging in field trips and symposiums. But what about afterward – after the papers and prizes and nametags are put away?

Added on 01 May, 2015

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Spotlight Readied for ACE Opening Session

AAPG celebrates an array of innovators and explorers for elevating the industry and influencing tomorrow’s geologists.

Added on 01 May, 2015

Explorer Emphasis Article By Christopher Stone

ACE Returns to Denver with Vast Program, New Features

AAPG’s ninth visit to Denver includes new features, a vast and wide-ranging technical program and some of the most renowned and spectacular geology on the planet.

Added on 01 May, 2015

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SMU Educator James Brooks Receives AAPG Presidential Award

James E. Brooks, professor emeritus at Southern Methodist University, has received the 2015 AAPG Presidential Award for Exemplary Service. Touted as 'one of the good guys' Brooks is also described as 'beloved teacher, mentor, role model,' and the list goes on.

Added on 01 May, 2015

Explorer Article By Barry Friedman

Winchester and the Book That Changed His World

Simon Winchester, Oxford graduate in geology and a multiple bestselling author – including one of the most successful books on geology in recent memory, “The Map That Changed the World” – was, by his own appraisal, not a great practitioner in the field.

Added on 01 May, 2015

Explorer Article By Barry Friedman

'World-Class Exposures' Offered in ACE Field Trips

It’s good to be reminded of this one simple industry fact: “As a rule, geologists love to get out in the field to see classic and interesting outcrops that provide a better understanding of depositional facies, hydrocarbon reservoir systems, and anything related to geology.” That’s AAPG member Mark Longman, this year’s field trip chair for the upcoming AAPG Annual Convention and Exhibition, set May 31-June 3 in Denver.

Added on 01 April, 2015

Explorer Article By Edward Dolly,Paul Weimer

GeoLegends Theater, Presented by the 100th Anniversary Committee

Coming soon to an AAPG Annual Convention and Exhibition near you– a chance to hear stories, insights and historical accounts directly from some of the greatest geologists to ever hunt for oil and gas.

Added on 01 April, 2015

Explorer Foundation Update By Susie Moore

Colorado Earth Science Teacher Named TOTY

Veteran geosciences teacher Jacqueline “Jackie” Bath of Littleton, Colo., a freshman earth sciences teacher at ThunderRidge High School in Highlands Ranch, Colo., has been named the 2015 AAPG Foundation’s Teacher of the Year.

Added on 01 March, 2015

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Online Registration Open for Denver ACE

Online registration is now open for the AAPG Annual Convention and Exhibition, which will be held May 31-June 3 in Denver at the Colorado Convention Center. And those who register by April 6 can save up to $210 on their registration fees. Student fees and one-day pass payments also are available.

Added on 01 March, 2015

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