Though the 2020 Unconventional Resources Technology Conference was held virtually, Bureau researchers made an impact at the event, presenting new publications and vital research results and conducting a unique online core workshop.

After months of shutdown, analysis, and preparation, the Bureau has taken necessary safety precautions and recently opened many more of its facilities for ongoing research activities. The threats from COVID-19 are real, and Bureau leadership has made reasoned decisions to ensure that returning scientists and staff can pursue vital research with limited disruptions and minimal concern about contracting or spreading the virus.

The Bureau’s Mudrock Systems Research Lab (MSRL) team is using Python to visualize the distribution of key rock attributes in core characterization. Integrating data analytics with visualization can improve workflow and keep results tied to geology and core observations.

Read a summary of the interview here and check out the full conversation on the American Association of Petroleum Geologists website.

The Bureau congratulates Dr. Hennings and his team on their award-winning presentation discussing the recent successes of the TexNet program in monitoring and interpreting earthquake activity across Texas.