Distinguished Lecture Series | Mark Mathis

3rd Annual
Robert L. Read, Jr. Distinguished Lecture Series

Curiosity and Perseverance: Expanding our Understanding of the Martian Surface

Keynote Speaker, Dr. Linda Kah

Associate Professor of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences

University of Tennessee

Thursday, March 6, 2025, 6:00p - 9:00p

Petroleum Club of Midland, 501 West Wall Street, Midland, Texas 79701

Schedule

6:00p - Cocktail/Networking Hour

7:00p - Dinner

7:45p - Keynote Talk by Dr. Linda Kah

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"Curiosity and Perseverance: Expanding our Understanding of the Martian Surface"

keynote speaker

Dr. Linda Kah

Linda Kah's research focuses on integrating sedimentology, stratigraphy, geochemistry, and paleobiology in understanding the evolution of the Earth's biosphere. Her lab explores rock fabrics and geochemical data to understand the evolution of the early Earth, and investigate potential habitable environments on Mars.

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PBS-SEPM graciously asks for your help to make our Robert L. Read, Jr., Distinguished Lecturer Series fundraiser a success. By supporting this event as a sponsor, you will receive recognition before and during the event. However, most importantly, your support demonstrates your commitment to helping make a difference in the geologic community, especially as it relates to continuing education for professionals as well as supporting students in their studies of the earth sciences. Your sponsorship will be advertised via direct email to hundreds of Permian Basin Operators, Management, Geologists, Geoscientists, and Decision Makers. We are highly active with our promotion and marketing on social media. The sponsorship levels are outlined below.

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ABOUT ROBERT L. READ, JR.

Robert L. Read, Jr. was a bright, young geologist who was tragically killed by a drunk driver in 2005. Robert was born in Houston, Texas, on June 19, 1980. After moving to Midland in 1987, he attended Midland Public Schools and graduated from Lee High School in 1998. He attended Midland College and graduated from UT-Permian Basin with a Bachelors of Science degree in Geology. He was employed by Unit Petroleum in Midland, Texas. He was an active member of the Permian Basin Section - SEPM, West Texas Geological Society, and the Gem & Mineral Society. At the time of his death, Robert was working on his Master's Degree and planned to continue with doctorate studies.

The Robert L. Read, Jr., Distinguished Lecture Series and the Robert L. Read, Jr., Distinguished Lecturer Memorial Fund was established by PBS-SEPM in 2009 to honor and memorialize the life, spirit, and contributions of the late Robert L. Read, Jr..

All proceeds will benefit the Permian Basin Section - SEPM, a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation focused on promoting the science of geology through luncheons, core workshops, field trips, scholarships, and more. Sponsorships are tax deductible under IRS rules. Reach out to us for more information if you or your company would like to sponsor this event.

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2nd Annual Robert Read Lecture Series

"Disconnection: Energy Fantasy is Colliding with Energy Reality"

Keynote Speaker, Mark Mathis

President, Clear Energy Alliance

Petroleum Club of Midland - March 2, 2023

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3rd Annual Robert L. Read, Jr. Distinguished Lecture Series