A Word from the Board

René Mott, President - September 2025

Greetings to Houston and GSH members! I want to provide you with an update about the Geophysical Society of Houston. Last year, we finished strong thanks to the 2024-25 board and the many volunteers who helped make it happen.

This year, we're starting off with another terrific program! The Fall Forum, scheduled for October 16, 2025, is open for registration. This year’s theme is "From Waveforms To Insights: Latest Developments in Processing, Inversion, and Artificial Intelligence." Please join us to explore dynamic developments in seismic data processing, inversion, and artificial intelligence.

On January 15, 2026, we will co-host a seminar with the Geological Society of Houston titled "Lessons Learned from Missed Opportunities and Surprise Successes." The premier Spring Symposium on "Innovations" will take place on April 22-23, 2026, in honor of Tom Smith, and should not be missed. The Academy of Geophysical Training follows, with industry experts offering their knowledge and experiences on over 12 subject matters. The Academy is a fantastic place to learn new skills or refresh the skills you already have. If you wish to join us in supporting the Houston Area Geophysicist, please contact the office at office@gshtx.org to learn about the various ways for making a contribution.

The GSH also offers a fantastic calendar of social events to help you network with other geophysicists in the Houston Metro area. These events provide an opportunity to catch up with familiar acquaintances, make new friends, and have a lot of fun along the way. Check our calendar for times and locations: Event calendar

Our young professional group, Next Gen, is off to a strong start with three meetings and plans to grow. If you would like to join this network of early-career professionals, please contact office@gshtx.org to be linked and included to this growing list.

GSH’s Outreach group is really significant. This team is about professionals giving back. Volunteers showcase the exciting possibilities and potential of geophysics in STEM programs for grades K-12, as well as on-site presentations for groups at the GSH Center. The Outreach team is enhancing their program to be relevant with today’s science. If you appreciate teaching, meeting new people, young minds and aspiring scientists, please contact office@gshtx.org to be linked and included in the STEM Outreach group.

The Bob Sheriff Library now has over 3000 titles for research; some materials have been used in patent lawsuits and international research. The Library also provides GSH members with free geophysical books. If you are not a member, joining is easy and cost is low. Follow this link to join: Join GSH

The GSH is honored to have one of only three museums in the world dedicated only to geophysical material, with over 2500 items on rotating exhibits. Come visit us and join me for a cup of coffee every Thursday at 1790 W Sam Houston Beltway North Houston, Texas 77429.

We are looking forward to a great year starting now and including you!