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September 2012

Grasping the concepts of time and space isn't always easy but some geo-educators are suggesting creative ways to make the process an educational success story.

'Switch – the Movie' Screenings Go Global

'Switch,' an award-winning feature-length documentary film that explores the future of energy on a global-scale, will be shown commercially in at least 10 cities across the United States in September.

Standards Raised With Lithology Logic

Scott Wright is a man with a mission: He aims to get more respect for mudloggers, and he's created some innovative ways to make that happen.

Earthquake Warning System Coming

What would you give for an early detection system for earthquakes? Detecting those first waves of compression could help.

Earth Science Week Focuses on Careers

Earth Science Week is in October. The theme is focused on the geosciences and the many exciting career and job opportunities in the field.

Be Alert for Check Fraud Schemers

Check fraud alert: The name and images of AAPG and other reputable organizations are being used by criminals to commit fraud.

Emphasis: International

Singapore ICE Has World-Class Program

A world-class technical program is in place for the AAPG International Conference and Exhibition in Singapore.

Prof Was Student and Booster for SE Asia

A gentleman, a scholar and a great geologist: A look at the life and legacy of Charles Hutchison.

Lecturer to Give Advice (Be Prepared to Duck)

What's the secret to a successful geological career? You may be surprised to hear the answer.

'Climates Change' Makes Deep NSB a Target

Look again: The North Sumatra Basin, a world-class petroleum province since the late 19th century, is getting a 21st century reboot.

World Conventional Resource Report Updated

Recount: The U.S. Geological Survey offers a new estimate of the world’s undiscovered conventional oil and gas resources.

The Whole Planet is Unconventional Now

Say you want a revolution … Unconventional resources have dominated the energy news in various parts of the world. Is Asia next?

Pole Shales Estimated

A new study assesses the potential for recoverable unconventional resources in Poland.

Discovery Thinking Forum Goes Global

Now, all the world’s a stage: AAPG’ Discovery Thinking forum, an ongoing look at important success stories that is a staple at the Association’s annual meeting, is about to make its international debut in Singapore.

Standing Columns

President’s Column

Changing Times, Changing Needs

An average of four dry holes are drilled through a giant field before the discovery is recognized, according to AAPG Sidney Powers Medalist Robert M. Sneider.

Director’s Corner

OTC – A Strong, Beneficial Relationship

Achieving AAPG’s mission to advance the science and technology of petroleum geology often requires setting a broader context.

Division Column DEG

Spouting Jargon Is a Turn-Off

As the new president of the Division of Environmental Geosciences I get to begin my tenure with my views and thoughts of an area that DEG, and AAPG in general, needs to address.

Geophysical Corner

An Effective Way to Find Formation Brittleness

The discrimination of fluid content and lithology in a reservoir is an important characterization that has a bearing on reservoir development and its management.

Historical Highlights

Kurdistan Venture Yields World-Class Discovery

Historical Highlights: A look at the challenges and developments that led to the successful Shaikan-1 well in Iraq's Kurdistan Region.

Regions and Sections

Rocky Mountain, Eastern Section Meetings Set This Month

September will be a busy month for the AAPG Sections – two groups will be holding their annual meetings, both in locales that boast geologic industry history and plenty of entertainment opportunities.

Foundation Update

Trustees to Meet in Arizona

The AAPG Foundation Trustee Associates will hold its 35th annual meeting Oct. 28-Nov. 1 at the Phoenician Resort in Scottsdale, Ariz.

News & Features

Shell-Funded DL Going on Tour
Carbonates, Sedimentology and Stratigraphy, Dolostones, Sequence Stratigraphy, Clastics, Deep Sea / Deepwater, DL
Wanted: YPs in the HoD
House of Delegates

By Courtney Chadney
Mapping Talents, Passion Created a Legend
Sedimentology and Stratigraphy, Structure

By John Powell

September 2012

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Emphasis: International

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