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The Geophysical Society of Pittsburgh is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the science of geophysics in the Appalachian Basin. We are an official section of the Society of Exploration Geophysics (SEG).

Bi-monthly meetings are generally held from September to May on the first Tuesday of each month at various locations around the Greater Pittsburgh area. However, be sure to check the event calendar as exceptions to this rule occur often. All interested parties are encouraged to attend.

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Upcoming events

February Meeting

February 19, 2026 11:15 AM • Seneca Resources Building #3 Auditorium 3000 Westinghouse Drive Suite 105 Cranberry Twp., PA 16066

February Meeting

Thursday, February 19th, 2026

3000 Westinghouse Dr., Suite 105

Cranberry Twp., PA 16066

"Improve seismic inversion quality using a neural network and fast stochastic workflow in relative geologic time: A Midland Basin case study”

Presented by:

Zahary Vera, Sr. Principal Solution Consultant –Geophysics at AspenTechSSE

Abstract: Seismic inversion of rock properties is crucial for geoscientists assessing the integrity of reservoirs and surrounding formations. Geophysicists face challenges such as limited seismic data resolution, structural complexity and the need for high-productivity technology to meet project deadlines.

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Mark Your Calendars & Call for Papers!

7th Annual Appalachian Basin Geophysical Symposium

Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh/Southpointe

Sharing geophysical knowledge to maximize unconventional resource development of the Appalachian Basin

Call for papers: Now accepting abstracts and talks emailed to: harbert@pitt.edu; Abstract submission deadline – 4/18/26

Appalachian Basin Geophysical Symposium

The meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026. Followed on Wednesday June 3, 2026: by the GSP Golf Tournament at the Quicksilver Golf Club, Washington County, PA

This will be an in-person symposium.

We look forward to seeing all of you in Pittsburgh!

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GSP/PAPG 2026 New Year Social

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 - 5:00-8:00pm

Presented by the:

Pittsburgh Association of Petroleum Geologists and Geophysical Society of Pittsburgh

Where:

Southern Tier Brewery

316 N. Shore Drive

Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Celebrate the New Year with your fellow Colleagues!

Enjoy good conversation, networking and up to

two free beers courtesy of GSP/PAPG

No Fee - RSVP Requested