UQ Geophysics Staff

EXPLORATION GEOPHYSICS STAFF

Dr. Steve Hearn is a specialist in seismic exploration methods.
He has research interests in exploration seismology and geophysical data processing. Recent specific topics include multicomponent seismology, seismic trace inversion, reflectivity analysis and computer-controlled acquisition systems.
Dr. Hearn has a fractional appointment in the School of Physical Sciences, University of Queensland, and is also Chief Geophysicist with Velseis Pty Ltd. In this capacity he oversees geophysical activities in the company, with emphasis on research and development.
Previously Dr. Hearn worked for international seismic contractors including Seiscom Delta United and Veritas DGC.
Dr. Hearn has has been heavily involved in the Australian Society of Exploration Geophysicists (ASEG), with service on Federal and State executives. He also serves on the ASEG Research Foundation Committee and the ASEG Academic Liaison Committee. He was Chair of the Technical Program Committee for the ASEG 2001 Conference, and in 2003 was awarded the ASEG Service Medal for 'extraordinary and outstanding service to the ASEG'.
Contact Details
Dr. Steve Hearn
School of Physical Sciences
University of Queensland
Australia 4072
Phone: 617-3365-2375
Facsimile: 617-3365-1277
Email: steveh@geoph.uq.edu.au

Dr. Peter Furness specialises in non-seismic geophysical methods, as well as being proficient in groundwater and environmental geology and geophysics.
Dr. Furness has broad research interests in the hard-rock geophysical arena, spanning the electrical, electromagnetic and potential field techniques.
Dr. Furness has a fractional appointment with the Department of Earth Sciences, University of Queensland, and is a consultant whose areas of expertise include geophysical field surveys, data processing, interpretation, software development and the design and construction of geophysical instrumentation. Recent consulting jobs include development of the INVES software for the nonlinear least squares inversion of Schlumberger sounding data, design and construction of various resistivity systems, development of the MIP3DO software for the integral equation modelling of MMR and MIP responses of a two layered earth containing multiple 3D bodies in the basement, and development of the FDMMR code for the finite difference modelling of the surface and downhole MMR responses of a general 3D earth with arbitary resistivity distribution.
Contact Details
Dr. Peter Furness
School of Physical Sciences
University of Queensland
Australia 4072
Phone: 617-3365-2375
Facsimile: 617-3365-1277
Email: furness@powerup.com.au

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	EXPLORATION GEOPHYSICS STAFF
	Dr. Steve Hearn is a specialist in seismic exploration methods. He has research interests in exploration seismology and geophysical data processing. Recent specific topics include multicomponent seismology, seismic trace inversion, reflectivity analysis and computer-controlled acquisition systems. Dr. Hearn has a fractional appointment in the School of Physical Sciences, University of Queensland, and is also Chief Geophysicist with Velseis Pty Ltd. In this capacity he oversees geophysical activities in the company, with emphasis on research and development. Previously Dr. Hearn worked for international seismic contractors including Seiscom Delta United and Veritas DGC. Dr. Hearn has has been heavily involved in the Australian Society of Exploration Geophysicists (ASEG), with service on Federal and State executives. He also serves on the ASEG Research Foundation Committee and the ASEG Academic Liaison Committee. He was Chair of the Technical Program Committee for the ASEG 2001 Conference, and in 2003 was awarded the ASEG Service Medal for 'extraordinary and outstanding service to the ASEG'. Contact Details Dr. Steve Hearn School of Physical Sciences University of Queensland Australia 4072 Phone: 617-3365-2375 Facsimile: 617-3365-1277 Email: steveh@geoph.uq.edu.au
	Dr. Peter Furness specialises in non-seismic geophysical methods, as well as being proficient in groundwater and environmental geology and geophysics. Dr. Furness has broad research interests in the hard-rock geophysical arena, spanning the electrical, electromagnetic and potential field techniques. Dr. Furness has a fractional appointment with the Department of Earth Sciences, University of Queensland, and is a consultant whose areas of expertise include geophysical field surveys, data processing, interpretation, software development and the design and construction of geophysical instrumentation. Recent consulting jobs include development of the INVES software for the nonlinear least squares inversion of Schlumberger sounding data, design and construction of various resistivity systems, development of the MIP3DO software for the integral equation modelling of MMR and MIP responses of a two layered earth containing multiple 3D bodies in the basement, and development of the FDMMR code for the finite difference modelling of the surface and downhole MMR responses of a general 3D earth with arbitary resistivity distribution. Contact Details Dr. Peter Furness School of Physical Sciences University of Queensland Australia 4072 Phone: 617-3365-2375 Facsimile: 617-3365-1277 Email: furness@powerup.com.au