2013 SEAM Workshop Geoscience Advancements with SEAM Data 21-24 May 2013
San Antonio, Texas
Numerical geophysical data play a key role in the research and development of new technology aimed at improving both exploration and production of natural resources. We have all experienced the value of the original SEG/EAGE salt model for the past 20 years. A search for how to obtain a better data set was discussed until the SEG Advance Modeling (SEAM) Corporation was formed in 2007 to act as an oversight and operator for consortia of companies. Over the past six years, 24 companies have developed a new 3D model and numerical data sets aimed at significantly advancing the analysis of new deepwater marine technology through SEAM Phase I. With SEAM Phase II, 22 companies are currently working on developing new land 3D models and data sets. With the early commitment of matched government funding through the Research Partnership to Secure Energy for America (RPSEA), the design of the SEAM Phase I program allowed a much more extended collection of data sets. The model was designed based on rock physics fundamentals allowing an improved near-real earth relationship between seismic and potential field data sets. Seismic data sets include an extensive isotropic numeric volume, tilted transverse isotropic (TTI) volume, and an elastic volume. The non-seismic data sets include gravity, controlled-source electromagnetic (CSEM), and magnetotelluric (MT). To generate the CSEM and MT data sets, the SEAM 3D resistivity model was builtwith VTI anisotropy. The motivation now is to get the data used and to see the advancements proven on the numeric data and forged into practice. This workshop was designed to inform the geophysical community of the model, datasets, and current geoscience advancements. Abstracts for presentations will be solicited by invitation to companies and universities who have had access to the models and data sets. Make plans now to attend! Become more informed on what the new models are all about and aware of how companies are leveraging these developments towards the advancement of geoscience. The two and a half day workshop will highlight details about the models and data sets. The workshop will be held in the Marriott Plaza Hotel and will start with an icebreaker on the evening of 21 May 2013. The next two days will be devoted to the SEAM Phase I deepwater marine with the final half day devoted to SEAM Phase II land models. Following this workshop, the SEAM Phase I data will be available for purchase to the public on the SEG web site. Registration: Registration is now open to attend this workshop. The Registration Form is available above in the Important Documents box. The Advanced Registration rate of $665 will be available until 21 April. After 21 April the rate will be $765. A very limited number of discounted registrations are available for academics. If you are interested, please contact ppryor@seg.org. Hotel Information: The Marriott Plaza San Antonio in downtown San Antonio is the venue for the workshop sessions, group meals and sleeping accommodations. The hotel is a completely non-smoking hotel including all indoor spaces. There is a $250 fine for smoking in a guest room. Learn more about the hotel at www.plazasa.com Room rates are $169 for single/double occupancy. To make your reservations by telephone, call +1 800-228-9290 and tell them you are with the SEG SEAM Workshop. To make your reservations online and for additional information, see the Hotel and Registration Information Sheet in the Important Documents box above.
Visa information invitation letter: Participants in the workshop may generate an official invitation letter using the form below. This form will generate a letter which you can print and use in obtaining a visa. For those whose company or organization is planning on sending more than one individual to the workshop, additional documentation may be required for scheduling an appointment with the local American Embassy. If additional assistance is required, fill out a separate invitation letter for each individual requesting a visa using the form below. Each invitation letter has a unique reference number. Produce one cover letter listing all individuals requesting a visa. The letter must include the following information for each individual: - Name
- Passport number
- Date and place of birth
- Nationality as it appears on the passport
- Reference number from the invitation letter
Fax these forms together with the cover letter printed on the group's official stationery to +1.918.497.5557, Attention: Visa Letter Assistance. Please note that this letter does not guarantee that you will be granted a visa, nor does it commit SEG to pay any expenses you may incur. It is the sole responsibility of the attendee to obtain the necessary paperwork for entry to the United States. If you have any questions about this form or the letter it generates, please send us an email. SEG Meeting Planner: Peggy Pryor | 
