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01 Jun

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Events Blog By Grant Smith

Pitch Your Ideas, Secure Funding, and Commercialize Your New Technology

Join the U-Pitch Technology Showcase at the AAPG Annual Convention and Exhibition (ACE), where you can pitch to prospective customers, commercialization partners, and even potential sources of capital. You’ll have a 15-minute block for your brief presentation and questions and answers. Your presentation will also be available on our website, and we’ll continue to introduce you to possible partners and customers.

Added on 25 March, 2020

Events Blog By Grant Smith

See Spectacular Geology and Access Global Expertise with ACE Field Trips and Short Courses

Register now for the American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG) 2020 Annual Convention and Exhibition (ACE), 7–10 June 2020, at the George R. Brown Convention Center, in Houston, Texas.

Added on 12 March, 2020

Events Blog By Grant Smith

Big Players, Big Value, Big Payouts – Secure Your ACE 2020 Sponsorships

Sponsorships are now available for the American Association of Petroleum Geologists' 2020 Annual Convention and Exhibition (ACE) to be held 7–10 June, in Houston, Texas.

Added on 10 March, 2020

Explorer Article By Roger Slatt

Past, Present and Future of Petroleum Research Consortia in the Geosciences

AAPG Honorary Member and University of Oklahoma geoscience professor Roger Slatt speaks to the vital yet dwindling role of research consortia in advancing education and scientific advancement.

Added on 01 March, 2020

Events Blog By Grant Smith

AAPG is Making History – Ensure Your Brand is Front and Center

Exhibit space is available for the American Association of Petroleum Geologists' 2020 Annual Convention and Exhibition (ACE) to be held 7–10 June, in Houston, Texas.

Added on 27 February, 2020

Bulletin Article By Alexei Milkov,Jack Samis

Facies variability within a mixed carbonate–siliciclastic sea-floor fan (upper Wolfcamp Formation, Permian, Delaware Basin, New Mexico)

Sea-floor fans containing both carbonate and siliciclastic detritus are rarely recognized in the rock record but are common within the Permian upper Wolfcamp Formation in the Delaware Basin in southeast New Mexico and west Texas. One such compositionally mixed fan has been studied in detail as part of an unconventional oil and gas exploration and development program in southeast New Mexico.

Added on 24 February, 2020

Events Blog By Grant Smith

Register now for the American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG) 2020 Annual Convention and Exhibition (ACE), 7–10 June 2020, at the George R. Brown Convention Center, in Houston, Texas.

Added on 06 February, 2020

Explorer President’s Column By Mike Party

The Importance of Mentorship

I encourage all of our more senior members to help out the next generation of geologists. Remembering back to when we all started our careers, most of us were fortunate that someone took an interest in us and acted as a mentor. Look around and find a YP that you might be able to help to navigate their early career path.

Added on 01 February, 2020

Explorer Geophysical Corner By Paritosh Bhatnagar,Ron Bianco,Sumit Verma

Delineating the Geomorphological Character of Mass Transport Deposits

With the advent of 3-D seismic technology and its remarkable spatial resolving power, mass transport deposits are better defined in terms of their full areal extent and their morphologic features in areas affected by slope failure. Though mass movements have been extensively studied within the Permian Basin, little work has been published on the nature of these MTDs and their related geomorphological expression on seismic. The goal of this study is to understand sediment flow and delineate the anatomy of the MTD that was deposited 275 million years ago in the Midland Basin. This feature was deposited in the Upper Leonard interval which overlies the Upper Spraberry formation.

Added on 01 February, 2020

Bulletin Article By Adriana Potra,Bryan Bottoms,John R. Samuelsen,Stephen R. Schutter

Fault zone processes and fluid history in Austin Chalk, southwest Texas

Faults and fault characteristics in the Austin Chalk, southwest Texas, are described in this paper. Results constrain fault zone mechanics and associated fluid movement. They help understand induced fracturing failure modes and permeability architecture in unconventional hydrocarbon reservoirs.

Added on 27 January, 2020

Short Course

Houston, Texas

Saturday, 6 June 2020, 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Workshop: Speaking Up – How Bystanders Can Change the Conversation in STEM

Ever wondered “Why didn’t I say something?” after witnessing social bias—a stereotype, a prejudice or discrimination—that happened in your everyday life? You’re not alone. Deciding whether and how to respond to bias is complicated. Understanding what motivates us to speak up, the challenges we face when doing so, and strategies for effective responding can help bystanders to bias better evaluate their options and select effective strategies. This interactive presentation will invite attendees to learn about bystander reactions to social biases and how these reactions can help or hinder decisions to speak up.

Added on 05 December, 2018

Online e-Symposium

Thursday, 2 October 2014, 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

Concepts of Scale: Horizontal Development of Wolfcamp Shale Oil of the Southern Midland Basin

This course is ideal for individuals involved in Midland Basin exploration and development. Successful development of Wolfcamp shale oil relies on complex inter-relationships (ultimately interdependencies) within and between a wide variety of scientific disciplines, financial entities, and company partnerships.

Added on 20 June, 2014

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VG Abstract By Fred Schroeder

Basic Structural Interpretation

The following short course option was developed for geology and geophysics students that have not had much exposure to how geoscience is applied in industry. It can be tailored for undergraduate juniors and seniors or graduate students. The agenda can be modified to meet specific needs and time constraints. Contact the presenter to discuss options.

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Added on 08 January, 2014

VG Abstract By Fred Schroeder

The Use of Seismic Data in Industry

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Added on 08 January, 2014

VG Abstract By David Weinberg

Fracking - A Curse or a Blessing?

This is a less-technical education topic. It can be condensed to an hour or given as 2 two-hour sessions. It stresses selected controversial aspects of fracking that touch some combination of environment and economics and includes a short video of how fracking is done.

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Added on 19 March, 2015

VG Abstract By Fred Schroeder

Basics of Prospecting

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Added on 08 January, 2014

VG Abstract By Fred Schroeder

Basic Stratigraphic Interpretation

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Added on 08 January, 2014

VG Abstract By Noelle Joy Purcell

Confounding Carbonates: The Reservoir Rocks that Won't Play Nice

This lecture will discuss the differences between carbonates and siliciclastics from their chemical composition through their distributions in time and space. Building on these fundamental differences, we will explore the challenges carbonates pose to petroleum geologists in terms of seismic interpretation, reservoir quality prediction, field development, etc. Peppered with humorous personal stories, still raging academic debates, and the heartfelt frustrations of real industry professionals, the aim is to inspire students and young professionals to rise to the occasion and embrace the reservoir rocks that petroleum geologists love to hate.

Request a visit from Noelle Joy Purcell!

Added on 17 March, 2015

John F. Humphrey President (2019-2020) Sharbro Energy 575-513-8388

Terence Gregory O'Hare Past President (2019-2020) Emerald Energy LLC (214) 691-2399

Jessica Lynn Wold President Elect (2019-2020) Blackbeard Operating, LLC

William Michael Rittase Vice President (2019-2020) Concho Resources (702) 496-1763

Calvin Kenneth Nix Secretary (2019-2020) Emerald Energy LLC 9723758466

Logan Chatterton Treasurer (2018-2020) Concho Resources (405) 623-2037

Joseph R. Davis Advisory Counselor (2017-2020) Kalnin Ventures (720) 375-8690

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