13 BOONE PICKENS SCHOOL OF GEOLOGY we’re proud to reflect on the strides we’ve made collectively. This year, our lab has grown to a team of 12 dedicated members, each contributing their unique expertise and passion to our research endeavors. Among our team are three PhD students, four MS students, and five talented undergraduates, all of whom have played integral roles in advancing our projects and pushing the boundaries of knowledge in our field. One of the hallmarks of our lab’s commitment to academic excellence is our active engagement in disseminating our research findings. In the past year alone, we’ve presented our work in 19 poster and oral presentations at regional, national, and international meetings showcasing the depth and breadth of our investigations. Impressively, 16 of these presentations featured student authorship, underscoring our lab’s dedication to nurturing the next generation of scientific leaders. Beyond traditional academic pursuits, we’ve also embraced innovative avenues for sharing our experiences and insights. This year, Dr Burkett had the privilege of recording a podcast discussing the importance of friendships on scientific expeditions. This platform allowed us to reach a broader audience and engage in meaningful conversations about the human aspects of scientific exploration. A link to the podcast can be found here. As we reflect on these achievements, we’re immensely grateful for the unwavering support of our collaborators, funding agencies, and the broader scientific community. Looking ahead, we’re energized by the possibilities that the coming year holds. With ongoing projects and new collaborations on the horizon, we’re committed to pushing the boundaries of knowledge and making impactful contributions to our field. Dr. Daniel A. Laó-Dávila Dear Alumni and Friends of the BPSoG. Welcome to the Spring 2024 Newsletter. We have created it to give you a taste of the great things happening in our School. We hope you enjoy it and prompt you to stay in touch with our students and faculty. From my part, 2023 was an exciting year for the Structural Geology and Tectonics Research Group. Two papers led by alumnus Estefanny Dávalos Elizondo were published on geothermal energy systems. Lauren Weilert led the publication of an active fault structure in SW Puerto Rico. This research was highlighted in the press. Jacob Archer and Melina Lazar continue their research of fracture characterization and monitoring of dam foundations in Oklahoma. This research continues to be funded by state agencies. Ph.D. student Oyewande Ojo recently got a paper accepted for publication on active continental rifts in Malawi. Our work was presented at the GSA Connects in Pittsburgh, ASDSO Dam Safety Conference in Palm Springs, AEEG 2023 in Portland, Southern East African Rift System Workshop in Malawi, and SSAA Meeting, San Juan, Puerto Rico. This year, I have enjoyed teaching geology to 400 non-majors online and face-to-face. I look forward to continuing to work with Dr. Todd Halihan in guiding the School to meet our goals. Dr. Jack Pashin This has been an exceptionally busy and productive year that has involved numerous research projects and preparing students to graduate. Last semester I launched the inaugural section of my Fundamentals of Carbon Capture and Storage class, which was a huge success and incorporated a broad range of topics relating to society and the energy industry, including carbon capture and storage technology, resource assessment, reservoir evaluation, enhanced oil recovery, and regulatory and policy drivers. Several research projects are entering the late stages, including the development of a CO2 storage hub in Mississippi, and
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