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Explorer Emphasis Article By Geoff Camphire

Earth Science Week 2017 Examines Human Activity

Earth Science Week marks its 20th year in 2017 by exploring the theme of “Earth and Human Activity,” promoting public understanding of the geosciences and the ways people influence – and are influenced by – Earth systems. The part you play in this celebration, naturally, is vital.

Added on 01 September, 2017

Spheres of Influence Article By Barbara Kutchko

Beauty in Geology - Niagara Falls

The Niagara falls were formed by a series of geological events following the Wisconsin glaciation, when the glaciers retreated and melt water formed what eventually became the Great Lakes. Water flowing from the Great Lakes gouged out the Niagara Escarpment.

Added on 28 August, 2017

Explorer Geophysical Corner By Ritesh Sharma,Satinder Chopra

Misconceptions about Brittleness, and the Talk about Fracture Toughness

During the last decade, as the shale resource characterization has come to the fore, the term “brittleness” has become a buzzword.

Added on 01 August, 2017

Bulletin Article

Fluid evolution in fracturing black shales, Appalachian Basin

Opening-mode veins in cores drilled from the mudrocks over- and underlying the major Silurian salt décollement in the Appalachian plateau (Tioga and Lawrence Counties, Pennsylvania), have mineralogic and isotopic compositions generally matching those of their host mudrocks, suggesting opening and filling amid little cross-stratal fluid motion.

Added on 21 July, 2017

Events Blog By Grant Smith

Last Chance to Make Your Presence Known at URTeC

Make your presence known at the industry's premier science-based conference and marketplace for unconventional exploration, drilling, and production technologies.

Added on 03 July, 2017

Explorer Emphasis Article By Louise Durham

Slow Injection For Better Well Re-Fracturing

It’s widely known that refracturing a horizontal well can help to reduce the interaction between so-called parent and child wells by causing a high stress area around the refractured wells and diverting child well fractures away from the parent well.

Added on 01 July, 2017

Spheres of Influence Article By Barbara Kutchko

Beauty in Geology

Lake Erie - not just a favorite vacation spot but a fascinating geologic location!

Added on 26 June, 2017

Explorer Foundation Update By Tamra Campbell

Preparing the Next Generation of Geoscientists

The AAPG Foundation is committed to the next generation of geoscientists, from introduction of geology through hands-on programs to grants and scholarships that aid students with their studies.

Added on 01 June, 2017

Explorer Division Column DEG By Timothy Murin

Appreciation for a Year of Service

I have very much enjoyed representing the Division as its president. It has given me the opportunity to work with all levels of AAPG membership in the United States and internationally. AAPG is truly a global organization.

Added on 01 June, 2017

Explorer Article

And the winners are ...

Independent geologist Denise Cox, president of Florida-based Storm Energy, has been voted president-elect of AAPG for the 2017-18 term.

Added on 01 June, 2017

Autumn Haagsma President (2023-2024) Michigan Geological Survey (269) 387-8696

Ian Alan Thomas Past President (2023-2024) Olympus Energy 713-203-3871

Valerie Feller Vice President (2023-2024) Indiana Geological and Water Survey 812-855-1335

Donna Caraway Willette Secretary (2023-2024) Illinois State Geological Survey (217) 244-0116

Ashley S.B. Douds Treasurer (2023-2025) IGWS (412) 216-2665

Dan A. Billman Advisory Councilor (2019-2025) Billman Geologic Consultants Inc (724) 916-4557

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