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Asia Pacific Blog By Lisa Claire Chisholm

AAPG Asia Pacific Malaysian Special Interest Group holds first gathering

The newly-formed AAPG Malaysian Special Interest Group held their first gathering and welcomed Dr Mazlan Madon, the custodian, author and well known authority on the Malaysian Continental Shelf. Mazlan is a recognized figure for both his experience and also his publications, with the “Petroleum Geology and Resources of Malaysia” still a key reference for petroleum geologists.

Added on 13 January, 2020

Explorer President’s Column By Mike Party

There's Something for Everyone in 2020

Looking forward to this year’s schedule of conventions, the 2020 AAPG Annual Convention and Exhibition will be held the first week of June and is progressing very well. The Convention Committee believes that there is something for everybody, thus giving everyone a reason to attend.

Added on 01 January, 2020

Learn! Blog By Susan Nash

Special Interview with Yongsheng Ma, President and Chief Geologist, Sinopec: Trailblazers in Geoscience and the Energy Industry Series

AAPG has a proud history of trailblazing geologists who have brought scientific inquiry, innovative mindsets, and a desire to work with teams to find new reservoirs and bring needed energy to the people of the world. Welcome to an interview with Dr. Yongsheng Ma, President and Chief Geologist, Sinopec Co., Ltd., who talks to us today about his formative experiences and valuable lessons learned. (Please note that Dr. Ma’s family name is Ma, which usually is placed first in Chinese publications, such as in President Ma Yongsheng.)

Added on 31 December, 2019

Latin America Blog By Emily Llinás

November 2019 AAPG Latin America and Caribbean Region report

AAPG President Mike Party visited the region and accompanied AAPG students and professionals at the AMGP Conference in Villahermosa.

Added on 17 December, 2019

Explorer Emphasis Article By Heather Saucier

Blockchain Shows Potential to Streamline Oil and Gas Operations

While Blockchain technology is most known for its initial association with the cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, it has since made its way into the fields of banking, technology and healthcare. Now, it is on the verge of being adopted by the oil and gas industry. Although convoluted in concept and often mired in Bitcoin’s tumultuous history, Blockchain technology may be key to tackling the industry’s big data problem, increasing efficiency in operations and transactions, and ultimately lowering costs across the board.

Added on 01 December, 2019

Latin America Blog By Emily Llinás

October 2019 Monthly Report

AAPG volunteers celebrated Earth Science Week in October, organizing educational activities in six countries throughout the region.

Added on 19 November, 2019

Canada Blog By Natasha Morrison

Why Do I Volunteer?

I was recently asked what motivates me to volunteer for the AAPG. At first, I thought of the many benefits the AAPG has to offer. Is it the access to renowned literature and technical resources? Perhaps. Is it the chance to network and grow in a community of like-minded individuals? Definitely a deciding factor. But the more I thought about it, I realized I volunteer to make an impact.

Added on 06 November, 2019

Explorer President’s Column By Mike Party

Making the Rounds to AAPG Section Meetings

I received my 40-year certificate from AAPG. At the bottom it reads, “In Recognition and Appreciation of your Loyalty to AAPG,” but it is I who should be thanking AAPG for allowing me to be part of this great organization. AAPG allowed me to network and make contacts with smarter people than me and to learn and expand my knowledge base. This is a great profession, and I have found a career in the geological sciences to be extremely rewarding.

Added on 01 November, 2019

Explorer Historical Highlights By Bernard Duval

Adventures, Examples and Lessons in Exploration Deal-making

Most contributions to the exploration community that get attention in articles and conventions concern the essential technical issues: petroleum geology, prospect/play risk analysis and volume expectation, economics, etc. However, once the prospect has been evaluated and the project is validated

Added on 01 November, 2019

Latin America Blog By Emily Llinás

Latin America & Caribbean Region Report September 2019

Volunteers kept busy throughout the region and the Earth Science Week team in Brazil reached 170 students at three schools in Curitiba.

Added on 23 October, 2019

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