SEG (Society of Exploration Geophysicists)

SEG (Society of Exploration Geophysicists)

The organization that promotes the science of applied geophysics and the education of geophysicists. Located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA. SEG founded in 1930, SEG purpose is fosters the expert and ethical practice of geophysics in the exploration and development of natural resources, in characterizing the near surface, and in mitigating earth hazards. SEG have 35 000 members in 138 countries, fulfills its mission through its publications, conferences, forums, Web sites, and educational opportunities

In 1930, twenty-nine men and one woman met in Houston at the University Club to found the Society of Economic Geophysicists. SEG have a first president named Donald C. Barton. In 1932, SEG became "Division of Geophysics” of the AAPG. Until 2008 SEG opened the first office outside the US in Beijing, China.

SEG is dedicated to advancing and promoting the science of geophysics, especially as it relates to exploration and development of petroleum and other minerals, as well as environmental concerns. Membership is open to geoscience disciplines. SEG have 4 type of membership. First Active Membership, must be actively engaged in practicing or teaching geophysics or a related scientific field. Second, Associate membership, must be actively interested in geophysics. Third, Student membership, must be a graduate or undergraduate student in good standing in residence at a recognized university or college. Fourth, Junior membership, open to all pre-university students. And the last is Corporate membership, a corporation or organization that must be actively engaged in geophysical exploration, geophysical research, or a related field, or in furnishing services or products used in geophysical exploration or research, and must have an active interest in supporting the objectives of the society.

SEG help all geoscientist to publish the jurnal of geosience. SEG publishes two journals. Geophysics, published by SEG since 1936, is an archival journal encompassing all aspects of research, exploration, and education in applied geophysics. The Leading Edge (TLE) is a gateway publication introducing new geophysical theory, instrumentation, and established practices to scientists in a wide range of geoscience disciplines. Most material is presented in a semitechnical manner that minimizes mathematical theory and emphasizes practical applications.