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You are invited
to the
Kentucky Geological Survey 49th Annual Seminar
Friday, May 15, 2009
The Kentucky Geological Survey, a research agency attached to the
University of Kentucky, works to increase the knowledge and understanding
of the mineral, energy, and water resources, geologic hazards, and geology
of Kentucky for the benefit of
the Commonwealth and Nation.
The 2009 KGS Annual Seminar will examine how our work
with local, state, and federal government agencies
helps them accomplish their missions improving the
lives of Kentuckians.
Geoscience for the Citizens of Kentucky Registration begins at 8:00 a.m., the program begins at 8:30 Program topics KGS Role in Research and Outreach at Uk: Dr Jim Tracy The Governor’s Energy Plan for Kentucky: Dr Len Peters Impact of Geoscience Data Preservation on Kentucky’s Economy and Future Generations: Patrick Gooding A Moving Target—Ongoing Efforts to Complete, Correct, and Perfect the KGS Oil & Gas Database: Carrie Pulliam Building on the Results of Previous KGS Energy Projects as a Springboard for Carbon Management Projects: Dave Harris Overview of Water Section Activities: Jim Dinger Seismic Design Issues for Landfills in Kentucky: Todd Hendricks Role of the KGS Laboratory in the Kentucky Water Watch Program: Lindell Ormsbee Development of a Geotechnical Database for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet: Bill Broyles Applied Geologic Mapping, Database Generation and Derivative Maps for Technical Audiences: William Andrews Afternoon workshop will be a Data-user feedback forum |
A complimentary buffet lunch will be provided.
To help us determine how much food to order, PLEASE RSVP by Friday, May 8
Call: Mike Lynch at (859)257-5500 ext.128 or e-mail: mike.lynch@uky.edu
The seminar will be held at the
Kentucky Geolgocial Survey Well Sample and Core Library
2500 Research Park Drive, Lexington, Ky.
See our website for directions: www.uky.edu/KGS/core_library/contactlibrary.htm