Episode 137: How near-surface geophysics protects the world
Klaus Holliger discusses his 2022 Honorary Lecture, “Using Near-Surface Geophysics to Estimate Soil and Rock Physical Properties.” The shallow subsurface contains our drinking water and produces our food, and it is also where we ultimately discharge much of our waste. Recent history has taught us that overuse, let alone abuse, of our environment, may lead to the long-term detriment to our livelihood. The protection and sustainable use of this fragile surficial environment has therefore become […]
Episode 136: The hidden stories data tell
Joe Dellinger discusses his 2022 Distinguished Instructor Short Course, “Forensic data processing.” Are you a geophysicist that processes seismic data, or someone who uses the processed results of that data? If so, you probably think of seismic data as something that arrives on a tape or “from the cloud.” However, your data also has other, hidden stories to tell – stories that likely were shredded and lost when you chopped the data into traces and […]
Episode 135: The new paradigms in seismic inversion
Miguel Bosch discusses his Honorary Lecture, “The new paradigms in seismic inversion.” Miguel explains how elastic Full Waveform Inversion and the Markov Chain Monte Carlo approach improve seismic inversion, discusses if data analysis and machine learning are essential to practice inversion, and highlights new tools that will improve the accuracy of inversion. This conversation provides great value and insight into the essential work of inversion. Seismic Soundoff · 135: The new paradigms in seismic inversion […]
Episode 132: The essential role of industry for long-term CO2 storage
Mark Zoback discusses his Honorary Lecture, "Geomechanical Issues Affecting Long-Term Storage of CO2." In this episode, Mark highlights how oil and gas companies are best positioned to address the needs for large-scale carbon storage. He also discusses the role of depleted oil and gas reservoirs for CO2 storage, as well as the geomechanical issues that have to be considered.
Episode 128: Why geophysics matters for CO2 enhanced oil recovery
Bill Harbert highlights his SEG course, “Petrophysics and Geophysics Relevant to CO2 Enhanced Oil Recovery.” In this forward-looking conversation, Bill shares why it’s the right time to discuss enhanced oil recovery (EOR), the geophysical method that will have the greatest impact on EOR, one of the biggest pitfalls when geophysical methods are applied to CO2 monitoring and EOR, and what will happen when CO2 enhanced oil recovery reaches its full potential. Seismic Soundoff · 128: […]
Episode 125: Memorable moments from 5 years of Seismic Soundoff
The microphone gets turned on the host and the co-founder of Seismic Soundoff in this special episode celebrating 5 years of the show. SEG Associate Executive Director Ted Bakamjian speaks with Andrew Geary and co-founder Isaac Farley on the inspiration behind the podcast, their most memorable episodes, and their favorite takeaways from working on the show.
Episode 121: Solving the seismic wave attenuation problem
Nimisha Vedanti highlights her Honorary Lecture on understanding seismic wave attenuation mechanisms. Nimisha explains how she discovered the problem of seismic attenuation, why seismic attenuation is one of the least understood physical mechanisms, practical takeaways from her lecture, and highlights from two real-world case studies. Seismic Soundoff · 121: Solving the seismic wave attenuation problem Related links BiographyNimisha Vedanti received M.Sc. (Tech) in Exploration Geophysics from Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India, and Ph.D. (2007) from […]
118: The secret to maximizing your professional career
Dr. Dhananjay (DJ) Kumar discusses his course, the value of membership at SEG, and the activities essential for the professional development of geophysicists.
This conversation covers a wide range of topics from synthetic seismograms construction to how to get the most of your membership at SEG. DJ has taken advantage of his activities throughout his career and is excited to share his lessons learned with this audience.
117: The next 20 years for geophysics and the industry
Dr. Ali Tura discusses his upcoming Distinguished Lecture, "Recent advances in seismic reservoir characterization and monitoring." This conversation is a great peek into the next 20 years for geophysics and the industry.
114: The future of learning and nonseismic
In this forward-thinking conversation, Dr. Michal Ruder shares the most important thing for explorationists to focus on right now, what she would say to the CEO of an oil and gas company, the future of GIS data for exploration, and the importance of nonseismic work in geophysics. As the world transitions to more forms of hybrid learning, this episode will help provide clarity and direction in your continuing education.