The Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG) has awarded Staff Scientist David Alumbaugh with a 2024 Reginald Fessenden Award. This award honors a person who has made a specific technical contribution to exploration geophysics, such as an invention or a theoretical or conceptual advancement, which merits special recognition
SEG is a global not-for-profit organization with a mission of connecting the world of applied geophysics. Inspiring the exploration geophysicists of today and tomorrow, their long-standing tradition of excellence in education, professional development, new business generation, and engagement cultivates a unique community platform that encourages collaboration and thought leadership for the advancement of geophysical science around the world.
Alumbaugh is recognized with the Reginald Fessenden Award for his contributions to the field of electromagnetics. He has proven his leadership in electromagnetic technology development and application in fossil energy reservoir delineation, geothermal exploration, and carbon storage. He has also done pioneering work in marine controlled source electromagnetic imaging of the earth’s subsurface as well as multiphysics data integration and machine learning. Alumbaugh has worked at a number of positions in small companies, large private companies, national labs, and as a university professor. His work is well documented as the author or coauthor of more than 60 peer-reviewed publications, seven book chapters, and 14 U.S. patents.
