2013 GSA Annual Meeting in Denver: 125th Anniversary of GSA (27-30 October 2013): Discipline Sessions

Oral = 274,	Poster = 472,	Either = 88,	Total = 845

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

(POOL) Recent Advances in Tectonics

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 1	Total 1

Archaeological Geology

Papers:

UNRAVELLING PALEOLITHIC HOMININ ACTIVITY AT DAKHLEH OASIS, EGYPT: ESR DATING TEETH AND MOLLUSCS IN THE WESTERN DESERT
Abstract ID#: 227603

BLACKWELL, Bonnie A.B.¹, SKINNER, Anne R.¹, KIM, Daniel M.K.², CHEN, Kelly K.L.², KLEINDIENST, Maxine R.³, SMITH, Jennifer R.⁴, HUANG, Ada L.², CHURCHER, C.S. "Rufus"⁵, and BLICKSTEIN, Joel², (1) Department of Chemistry, Williams College, Williamstown, MA 01267, (2) RFK Science Research Institute, Box 866, Glenwood Landing, NY 11547-0866, dannyminkim@gmail.com, (3) Department of Anthropology, University of Toronto, 3359 Mississauga Road North, Mississauga, ON L5L 1C6, Canada, (4) Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences, Washington University at St. Louis, Campus Box 1169, 1 Brookings Dr, St. Louis, MO 63130-4899, (5) Department of Zoology, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5S 3G5, Canada

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Archaeological Geology (Posters)

Oral 9	Poster 13	Either 2	Total 24

Archaeological Geology Pool

Papers:

TRANSMISSION ELECTRON MICROSCOPY (TEM) AND BULK CHEMICAL INVESTIGATIONS OF COPPER AND ASSOCIATED SILVER FROM MICHIGAN’S KEWEENAW PENINSULA: IMPLICATIONS FOR FORMATION AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL INTERPRETATIONS
Abstract ID#: 226883

BURKE, Michelle, Department of Geology & Environmental Earth Science, Miami University, 250 S. Patterson Avenue, 114 Shideler Hall, Oxford, OH 45056, burkeml2@miamioh.edu and KREKELER, Mark P.S., Department of Geology & Environmental Earth Science, Miami University-Hamilton, Hamilton, OH 45011

GOLD-BEARING PRE-COLUMBIAN CERAMIC FRAGMENTS FROM THE MIDDLE CAUCA REGION, COLOMBIA
Abstract ID#: 222302

BROOKS, William E.¹, CADENA, Angela M.², and BERMUDEZ, Mario², (1) Fulbright Colombia, Univ. de Caldas, Calle 26, Manizales, 21303, Colombia, webgeology@aim.com, (2) Antropologia, Univ. de Caldas, Calle 26, Manizales, 21303, Colombia

BRONZE AGE EXPLOITATION OF MT. CER PLACER CASSITERITE ORES, WEST SERBIA
Abstract ID#: 224227

HUSKA, Andrea¹, POWELL, Wayne¹, and BANKOFF, H. Arthur², (1) Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Brooklyn College, 2900 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210, huska.andrea@gmail.com, (2) Department of Anthropology and Archaeology, Brooklyn College, 2900 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210

CORRELATION BETWEEN ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES USING SINGLE-GRAIN VOLCANIC MINERAL GEOCHEMICAL FINGERPRINTS, OLDUVAI GORGE, TANZANIA
Abstract ID#: 230562

MCHENRY, Lindsay J., Geosciences, University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee, 3209 N Maryland Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53211, lmchenry@uwm.edu

SOURCING GRANITIC GROUND STONE TOOLS FROM BELIZE USING PORTABLE X-RAY FLUORESCENCE
Abstract ID#: 233003

TIBBITS, Tawny LB, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Iowa, 121 Trowbridge Hall, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA 52240, tawny-bailey@uiowa.edu

HELMINTHS AND HYPEROSTOSES: USING SPATIAL EPIDEMIOLOGY TO MODEL CLIMATOLOGICAL RISK FACTORS AND BIOLOGICAL ADAPTATION TO TERRESTRIAL PARASITIC INFECTION IN THE PREHISTORIC PERUVIAN ANDES
Abstract ID#: 222443

KOONTZ, Casssandra Sarabeth, Anthropology, Vanderbilt University, 124 Garland Hall, Nashville, TN 37235, beth.koontz@gmail.com

NEW GEOARCHEOLOGICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL INSIGHTS AT THE PRECERAMIC-AGE LOS MORTEROS ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE, NORTH COAST PERU
Abstract ID#: 230609

KELLEY, Alice R., School of Earth & Climate Sciences, Climate Change Institute, and Depart. of Anthropology, University of Maine, Bryand Global Science Center, Orono, ME 04469-5790, akelley@maine.edu, MAURICIO, Ana Cecilia, Department of Anthropology and Climate Change Institute, University of Maine, 5773 South Stevens Hall, Orono, ME 04469-5733, SANDWEISS, Daniel H., Department of Anthropology and Climate Change Institute, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5773, KELLEY, Joseph T., School of Earth & Climate Sciences, Climate Change Institute, University of Maine, Bryand Global Sciences, Orono, ME 04469-5790, and BELKNAP, Daniel F., School of Earth & Climate Sciences, Climate Change Institute, University of Maine, 117 Bryant Global Sciences Center, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5790

IDENTIFYING MALARIA IN ANCIENT HUMAN REMAINS
Abstract ID#: 231981

INWOOD, Jamie L., Anthropology, Yale University, 2 Colony ave, Trumbull, CT 06611, jamie.l.inwood@yale.edu

PRELIMINARY GEOARCHAEOLOGICAL OBSERVATIONS OF THE MAGDALA ARCHAEOLOGICAL PROJECT; ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT ARCHAEOLOGICAL DISCOVERIES OF THE LAST 50 YEARS IN ISRAEL
Abstract ID#: 233638

PLAZA-TOLEDO, Meralis, HC 01 Box 3605, Adjuntas, PR 00601, zilarem@gmail.com and ZAPATA-MEZA, Marcela, Universidad An�huac M�xico Sur, Av. De las Torres 131, Olivar de Los Padres, Mexico City, 01780, Mexico

A MICROMORPHOLOGICAL STUDY OF THE “BLACK MAT” DEPOSIT AT MURRAY SPRINGS AND ITS RELATION TO LATE QUATERNARY ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGES
Abstract ID#: 228817

HARRIS-PARKS, Erin M., Department of Geosciences, University of Arizona, 1040 E 4th St, Tucson, AZ 85721, ehparks@email.arizona.edu, GOLDBERG, Paul, Department of Archaeology, Boston Univ, Boston University, 675 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02215, LIGOUIS, Bertrand, Laboratories for Applied Organic Petrology, University of T�bingen, R�melinstr. 23, T�bingen, 72070, Germany, and MILLER, Christopher E., Institute for Archaeological Sciences, University of T�bingen, R�melinstr. 23, T�bingen, 72070, Germany

LANDSCAPE EVOLUTION AND PRESERVATION POTENTIAL OF CULTURAL HORIZONS IN RANO RARAKU CRATER, SITE OF ANCIENT QUARRIES, EASTER ISLAND
Abstract ID#: 232671

DUNN, Richard K., Geology and Environmental Science, Norwich University, 158 Harmon Dr, Northfield, VT 05663, rdunn@norwich.edu, VAN TILBURG, Jo Anne, The Cotsen Institute of Archaeology and Easter Island Statute Project, University of California, Los Angeles, 405 Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, AR�VALO PAKARATI, Cristi�n, Easter Island Statue Project, Hanga Roa, Rapa Nui, 2770000, Chile, and WACHSMANN, Shelley, Nautical Archaeology Program, Texas A&M University, MS 4352 TAMU, College Station, TX 77843

THERMAL PROPERTIES AND FUNCTIONAL ADVANTAGES OF OLIVINE-TEMPERED MOAPA WARE: A COMPARATIVE STUDY
Abstract ID#: 229281

NIESPOLO, Elizabeth M., Geological Sciences, California State University Long Beach, Long Beach, CA 90814, eniespolo@gmail.com, HARLOW, Jeanette, Geology, California State University, Long Beach, 11864 Los Alisos Circle, Norwalk, CA 90650, LIPO, Carl, Anthropology, California State University Long Beach, Long Beach, CA 90840, and SAKAI, Sachiko, Anthropology, University of California Santa Barbara, Irvine, CA 92614

THE LATE HOLOCENE BUILT LANDSCAPE AT ANGEL MOUNDS: RESULTS OF NSF-REU RESEARCH ON EARTHWORKS AT ANGEL MOUNDS, INDIANA
Abstract ID#: 229674

MONAGHAN, G. William, Indiana Univ, 423 North Fess Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405, gmonagha@indiana.edu, WILSON, Jeremy J., Anthropology, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN 46202, SWARTZ, Sarah M., Athropology, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO 65211, PIKE, Mathew, Anthropology, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN 47907, DURBIN, James M., Department of Geology and Physics, University of Southern Indiana, 8600 University Blvd, Evansville, IN 47712, COUNTS, Ronald C., Department of Geology, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH 45221, HERRMANN, Edward W., Anthropology, Indiana University, 2420 Canada Dr, Bloomington, IN 47401, and THOMPSON, Ashleigh, Athropology, University of Minnesota, Morris, MN 56267

ESTABLISHMENT OF A HIGH-RESOLUTION STRATIGRAPHY WITH THE HELP OF DENDROCHRONOLOGY-AN EXAMPLE FROM THE MARINE HOLOCENE SEQUENCE IN THE ANCIENT THEODOSIAN HARBOR (ISTANBUL, TURKEY)
Abstract ID#: 220284

YAL�IN, M. Namik¹, SEZERER, Meltem¹, PEARSON, Charlotte L.², ALGAN, Oya³, and KUNIHOLM, Peter², (1) Geological Engineering, Istanbul University, Faculty of Engineering, Avcilar, Istanbul, TR-34850, Turkey, mny@istanbul.edu.tr, (2) Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research, University of Arizona, Bryant Bannister Tree Ring Building, 1215 E. Lowell Street, Tucson, AZ AZ 85721, (3) Institute of Marine Sciences and Management, Istanbul University, Muskule sok., Vefa, Istanbul, 34116, Turkey

GEOARCHAEOLOGY OF WWII AIRCRAFT IN RUSSIA
Abstract ID#: 229826

HUNT, Adrian P., Flying Heritage Collection, 3407 109th St. SW, Everett, WA 98204, adrianhu@vulcan.com and LUCAS, Spencer G., New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, 1801 Mountain Road N.W, Albuquerque, NM 87104

ADOLF MORLOT: THE MEASURE OF QUATERNARY TIME
Abstract ID#: 224931

WILSON, Leonard G., Saint Paul, MN 55105, wilso004@umn.edu

PRESERVING EGYPT’S MONUMENTS PROVIDES INSIGHTS INTO EGYPT’S FUTURE SUSTAINABILITY
Abstract ID#: 230193

PARIZEK, Katarin A., School of Visual Arts, The Pennsylvania State University, 8 Borland Building, University Park, PA 16802, kap5@psu.edu

VANISHING CHARACTERS: CHARTING THE EROSION OF THE ROMAN FONT ON GRAVESTONES FROM NORTH WALES AND NORTH-EAST IRELAND
Abstract ID#: 232143

FREEMAN, Andrea and LACY, Robyn, Archaeology & Earth Sciences, University of Calgary, 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1N4, Canada, freeman@ucalgary.ca

EXAMINING THE ARCHEOSEISMIC ACTIVITY OF THE ARCHEOLOGICAL SITE OF SARDIS IN WESTERN TURKEY
Abstract ID#: 233118

BAUER, Julie M., Geosciences, University of Missouri-Kansas City, 5100 Rockhill Road, Bauer, Kansas City, MO 64110, jmb2fa@mail.umkc.edu, NIEMI, Tina M., Department of Geosciences, University of Missouri - Kansas City, 5110 Rockhill Road, Flarsheim Hall 420, Kansas City, MO 64110, YONLU, Onder, Geologic Engineering, Eskisehir Osmangazi Universitesi, 26480, Eskisehir, Turkey, and DAEHNE, Alexander, Department of Geosciences, University of Missouri-Kansas City, 5110 Rockhill Road, Flarsheim Hall 420, Kansas City, MO 64110-2499

ARCHAEOLOGICAL GEOLOGY AT THE SCOTT MILLER, MAGNA, AND MR. PEAT SITES, SAN LUIS VALLEY, COLORADO
Abstract ID#: 225126

ASPINWALL, Deacon P., WILLIAMS, Adam C., BUFIS, Kyle, ORTIZ, Patrick, SUTTON, Jaime, and BEETON, Jared M., Earth Sciences, Adams State University, 208 Edgemont Blvd, Alamosa, CO 81101, aspinwalldp@grizzlies.adams.edu

WHAT MAKES A BRICK A GOOD BRICK? CINCINNATI: A CITY DIVIDED
Abstract ID#: 227821

SYLVEST, Nicholas E.¹, BAUMANN, Eric Jr², DASGUPTA, Rajarshi³, HUFF, Warren D.⁴, MAYNARD, J. Barry¹, MILAWSKI, James¹, PERKINS, Michael¹, PURTILL, Matthew P.⁵, and SPARKS, Janine¹, (1) Department of Geology, University of Cincinnati, PO Box 210013, Cincinnati, OH 45221, sylvesne@mail.uc.edu, (2) Department of Geology, University of Cincinnati, 5359 Little Turtle Dr, South Lebanon, OH 45065, (3) Department of Geology, University of Cincinnati, 500 Geology-Physics Building, Cincinnati, OH 45221, (4) Department of Geology, University of Cincinnati, PO Box 210013, Cincinnati, OH 45221-0013, (5) Geography, University of Cincinnati, 401 Braunstein Hall, Cincinnati, OH 45221

ALLUVIAL SEDIMENTOLOGY OF A HOLOCENE ARCHAEOLOGICAL TRANSITION AT SAI ISLAND, SUDAN
Abstract ID#: 223804

ADELSBERGER, Katherine A.¹, HILL, Danika N.¹, SMITH, Jennifer R.², and GARCEA, Elena A.A.³, (1) Environmental Studies, Knox College, 2 East South St, Galesburg, IL 61401, dhill@knox.edu, (2) Earth & Planetary Sciences, Washington University, 1 Brookings Dr, Campus Box 1169, St Louis, MO 63130, (3) Dipartimento di Lettere e Filosofia, Universit� di Cassino, Via Zamosch 43, Cassino, FR, 03043, Italy

UTILIZING PRIOR MAGNETIC SURVEY DATA TO EVALUATE CHANGES AT THE KNIFE RIVER INDIAN VILLAGE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE: A TRIBUTE TO DR. JOHN WEYMOUTH
Abstract ID#: 224238

SCHNEIDER, Blair Benson¹, DE VORE, Steven L.², and STURDEVANT, Jay T.², (1) Geology, University of Kansas, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd, Lindley Hall, Room 120, Lawrence, KS 66045, bensonbe@ku.edu, (2) National Park Service, Midwest Archaeological Center, Federal Building, Room 474, 100 Centennial Mall North, Lincoln, NE 68508

AEOLIAN SAND DEPOSITION OVER THE LAST 20,000 YEARS IN THE MIDDLE TANANA VALLEY, INTERIOR ALASKA
Abstract ID#: 224704

REUTHER, Joshua D., School of Anthropology, University of Arizona, 1009 E. South Campus Dr, Tucson, AZ 85721, jreuther@email.arizona.edu, POTTER, Ben A., Department of Anthropology, University of Alaska Fairbanks, 310 Eielson Building, PO Box 757720, Fairbanks, AK 99775, FEATHERS, James K., TL Dating Laboratory, Department of Anthropology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195, HOLMES, Charles E., Anthropology Department, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Anchorage, AK 99516, and BOWMAN, Robert C., Northern Land Use Research Alaska, LLC, 234 Front Street, Fairbanks, AK 99709

Oral 0	Poster 1	Either 0	Total 1

Coal Geology Pool

Papers:

MORPHOLOGY CHANGES IN BITUMINOUS COAL FLY ASH VIA AQUEOUS SOLUTIONS TREATMENTS (ACIDIC AND NEUTRAL)
Abstract ID#: 228262

COHEN, Haim¹, LIEBERMAN, Roy Nir¹, FONT, Oriol², and QUEROL, Xavier², (1) Biological Chemistry, Ariel University, Department of Biological Chemistry, Ariel University, Ariel, 40700, Israel, hcohen@ariel.ac.il, (2) Institute of Environmental Assessment and Water Research & Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Cientifica, IDAEA CSIC, Barcelona, 08034, Spain

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Economic Geology

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Economic Geology (Posters)

Oral 13	Poster 15	Either 5	Total 33

Economic Geology Pool

Papers:

MINING ACTIVITY AND EXPLORATION OPPORTUNITIES IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Abstract ID#: 224495

CUTTEN, Huntly N., JOHNSON, Simon P., and TYLER, Ian, Geological Survey of Western Australia, Department of Mines and Petroleum, 100 Plain Street, East Perth, Perth, WA 6004, Australia, Huntly.Cutten@dmp.wa.gov.au

GOLD MINERALIZATION IN NORTHERN AREAS OF PAKISTAN
Abstract ID#: 228586

AHMAD, Laeiq¹, SHAH, Mohammad Tahir¹, and KHAN, Shuhab², (1) National Centre of Excellence in Geology, University of Peshawar, Peshawar, 25120, Pakistan, laeiqgeo@yahoo.com, (2) Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, University of Houston, Houston, TX 77204

VARIATIONS IN ECONOMIC REE DISTRIBUTION AT THE BEAR LODGE DEPOSIT, WY
Abstract ID#: 232162

ANDERSEN, Allen K.¹, VAN RYTHOVEN, Adrian D.², CLARK, James G.², and LARSON, Peter B.¹, (1) School of the Environment, Washington State University, Pullman, WA 99164-2812, akandersen@wsu.edu, (2) Rare Element Resources, Ltd, 225 Union Blvd, Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228

REE AND THORIUM MINERALOGY IN FLUORITE DEPOSITS IN KULUNCAK-MALATYA, TURKEY
Abstract ID#: 234059

YOON, Soh-joung¹, KUSCU, Ercan², ZIMITOGLU, Okan³, and KO, Sang Mo¹, (1) Mineral Resources Dept, KIGAM, 124 Gwahak-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon, 305-350, South Korea, syoon@kigam.re.kr, (2) Mineral Research & Exploration Dept, MTA, 06800, Ankara, 06800, Turkey, (3) Mineral Analysis and Technology Dept, MTA, 06520, Ankara, 06520, Turkey

GLOBAL HERITAGE STONE: THE EXCELLENCE OF PORTUGUESE ESTREMOZ MARBLES
Abstract ID#: 229194

LOPES, Luis, University of Evora, School of Sciences and Technology, Department of Geosciences, Geophysics Centre of Evora, Universidade de Evora - Departamento de Geociencias, Rua Romao Ramalho, 59, Evora, 7002 554, Portugal, lopes@uevora.pt and MARTINS, Ruben, University of Evora, School of Sciences and Technology, Department of Geosciences, GeoBioTec Research Centre, Portugal, Universidade de Evora - Departamento de Geociencias, Rua Romao Ramalho, 59, Evora, 7002 554, Portugal

PARAGENESIS AND FLUID INCLUSION STUDY OF EPITHERMAL AU-AG VEINS AT THE DRUMLUMMON MINE, MONTANA
Abstract ID#: 225522

GRIFFITH, Amanda, Geological Engineering, Montana Tech, 1300 West Park Street, Butte, MT 59701, argriffith@mtech.edu and GAMMONS, Christopher H., Geological Engineering, Montana Tech of The University of Montana, 1300 West Park Street, Butte, MT 59701

THE EXHALATIVE SEDEMENTARY MINERALIZATION AND ITS IMPLICATIONS FOR THE EXPLORATION IN LANPING BASIN ,YUNNAN,CHINA
Abstract ID#: 226767

LI, Yike, Institute of Mineral Resources, Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences, Baiwanzhuang Road 26#,Xicheng district,Beijing, Bijing, 100037, China, like430@163.com and WANG, Anjian, Chinese Academy of Geosciences, Institute of Mineral Resources, 26 Baiwanzhuang Road, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100037, China

FE OXIDE-CU MINERALIZATION AT THE MINNESOTA AND PUMPKIN HOLLOW DEPOSITS, YERINGTON DISTRICT, NEVADA
Abstract ID#: 226860

RUNYON, Simone E., Geosciences, University of Arizona, 1040 E 4th St, Tucson, AZ 85721, srunyon@email.arizona.edu and BARTON, Mark D., Dept. of Geosciences, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ 85721

A NEW METHOD OF FRACTAL AND MULTIFRACTAL ANALYSIS APPLIED TO PROSPECTIVITY IN THE OSSA-MORENA ZONE, VARISCAN MASSIF (SPAIN)
Abstract ID#: 228337

ARIAS, Monica, Departamento de Geolog�a, Universidad de Alcal�, Facultad de Ciencias, N-II, 33.600 km, Alcal� de Henares, 28871, Spain, GUMIEL, Pablo, Departamento de Geolog�a, Universidad de Alcal�, Facultad de Ciencias, N-II, 33.600 km, Alcal� de Henares, 28871, Madrid, 28871, Spain, pablo.gumiel@uah.es, MARTIN-IZARD, A., Department of Geology, University of Oviedo, Arias de Velasco s/n, Oviedo, 33005, Spain, and SANDERSON, David J., School of Civil Engineering and the Environment, University of Southampton, Waterfront Campus, European Way, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 3ZH, Southampton, SO14 3ZH, England

CONTRASTING STYLES OF GOLD-SILVER MINERALIZATION IN THE LA PLATA MINING DISTRICT, SOUTHWESTERN COLORADO: THE PORPHYRY TO EPITHERMAL TRANSITION
Abstract ID#: 228511

SUMMERLIN, Erin S., Department of Geology & Geography, Auburn University, 210 Petrie Hall, Auburn, AL 36849, ess0016@auburn.edu, SAUNDERS, James A., Department of Geology and Geography, Auburn University, 210 Petrie Hall, Auburn, AL 36849, and GONZALES, David A., Department of Geosciences, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive, Durango, CO 81301

STABLE ISOTOPE (S, C, O) STUDY OF PYRITE, CHALCOPYRITE, BARITE, AND DOLOMITE FROM THE BLACK BUTTE CU-(CO-AG) DEPOSIT, MONTANA
Abstract ID#: 229617

GRAHAM, Garth, U.S. Geological Survey, DFC MS973, Lakewood, CO 80225, ggraham@usgs.gov, JOHNSON, Craig A., US Geological Survey, MS 963, Box 25046, Denver, CO 80225, and HITZMAN, Murray W., Dept. of Geology and Geological Engineering, Colorado School of Mines, Golden, CO 80401

THE BLACK BUTTE CU-(CO-AG) DEPOSIT, MONTANA: A THERMODYNAMIC MODEL
Abstract ID#: 229705

PFAFF, Katharina, Department of Geology and Geological Engineering, Colorado School of Mines, 1516 Illinois Street, Golden, CO 80228, kpfaff@mines.edu and GRAHAM, Garth, U.S. Geological Survey, DFC MS973, Lakewood, CO 80225

THE HYDROTHERMAL REE MINERALIZATION OF QUARTZ-FLUORITE VEINS IN THE LUGIIN GOL NEPHELINE SYENITE COMPLEX, SOUTH MONGOLIA
Abstract ID#: 230282

OGATA, Takeyuki, Earth Science and Technology, Akita University, International Center for Research and Education on Mineral and Energy Resources, Akita, 010-8502, Japan, take-ogt@gipc.akita-u.ac.jp, IMAI, Akira, Earth Science and Technology, Akita University, Akita, 819-0395, Japan, and JARGALAN, Sereenen, Mongolian University of Science, Ulaanbaatar 210646, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

SOURCES OF HOST ROCKS AND HYDROTHERMAL MINERAL COMPONENTS IN THE MIOCENE GOLDFIELD, TONOPAH, AND COMSTOCK LODE AU-AG-(CU) DISTRICTS, NV
Abstract ID#: 230589

VIKRE, Peter G., U.S. Geological Survey, Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering, MS 176, University of Nevada, Reno, Reno, NV 89557-0047, pvikre@usgs.gov, PREMO, Wayne R., USGS, Denver Federal Center, MS 963, Denver, CO 80225, HAYDEN, Leslie A., USGS, 345 Middlefield Road, MS 910, Menlo Park, CA 94025, KOENIG, Alan E., USGS, Denver Federal Center, MS 973, Denver, CO 80225, and PRIBIL, Michael J., USGS, Denver Federal Center, MS 973, Denver, CO 80225-0046

THE SINGO GRANITE, MINERAL OCCURRENCES AND RING COMPLEXES UGANDA
Abstract ID#: 230625

ACHANG, Mercy, Geology, Oklahoma State University, 28 N University Pl apt. # 11, Stillwater, OK 74075, mercy.achang@okstate.edu, ATEKWANA, Estella, Boone Pickens School of Geology, Oklahoma State University, 105 Noble Research Center, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078, ABDELSALAM, Mohamed, Boone Pickens School of Geology, Oklahoma State University, Noble Research Center, Stillwater, OK 74078, and KATUMWEHE, Andrew, Geology, Oklahoma State University, 105 Noble Research Center, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078

GEOLOGICAL AND PETROGRAPHIC STUDIES OF LENSOIDAL PAPALANTO GYPSUM DEPOSIT IN DAHOMEY BASIN, SOUTH WESTERN NIGERIA
Abstract ID#: 230957

ABUDULAWAL, L.¹, ABIMBOLA, A.F.², ADEAGBO, O.A.¹, APANPA, K.A.¹, and AMIDU, S.A.³, (1) Department of Geology, The Polytechnic, Ibadan, Oyo State, 234, Nigeria, (2) Department of Geology, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, 123, Nigeria, (3) Mobil Producing Nigeria, 1 Lekki Expressway, Victoria Island, Lagos, 234, Nigeria, sikiru.adetona.amidu@exxonmobil.com

GOLD BEARING TOURMALINITE MINERALIZATION AT PASSAGEM DEPOSIT, OURO PRETO DISTRICT, MINAS GERAIS, BRAZIL
Abstract ID#: 231065

DUARTE, Beatriz Paschoal and PIRES, Fernando R.M. Sr, Geology, State University of Rio de Janeiro, Rua S�o Francisco Xavier, 524, sala 4006 A, Rio de Janeiro, 20550900, Brazil, biapasch@gmail.com

MINERAL EXPLORATION PERMISSION IN BRAZIL
Abstract ID#: 231209

CAMPANH�, Rafael de Araujo and SANTIAGO, Natalia de Andrade, Institute of Geosciences, University Of Sao Paulo, Rua do Lago 562 - Cidade Universitaria, Sao Paulo, 05508080, Brazil, yoda@usp.br

LATERAL ZONATION OF GOLD MINERALOGY IN THE GRASBERG PORPHYRY CU-AU DEPOSIT, INDONESIA
Abstract ID#: 231494

ROCK, Marlena, MASON, Kelsey, and FRIEHAUF, Kurt, Dept. Physical Sciences, Kutztown University, Dept. Physical Sciences, Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA 19530, mrock824@live.kutztown.edu

RECONNAISSANCE STUDY OF DISTRICT-SCALE GEOCHEMICAL TRENDS IN THE BAYAN OBO REE DISTRICT, INNER MONGOLIA
Abstract ID#: 231499

MASON, Kelsey, ROCK, Marlena, and FRIEHAUF, Kurt, Dept. Physical Sciences, Kutztown University, Dept. Physical Sciences, Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA 19530, kmaso270@live.kutztown.edu

GEOCHEMICAL SIGNATURES OF URANINITE FROM IRON OXIDE-COPPER-GOLD (IOCG) SYSTEMS OF THE GREAT BEAR MAGMATIC ZONE, CANADA
Abstract ID#: 232014

POTTER, Eric G.¹, CORRIVEAU, Louise², MONTREUIL, Jean-Fran�ois³, YANG, Zhaoping⁴, and COMEAU, Jean-S�bastien¹, (1) Natural Resources Canada, Geological Survey of Canada, 679 - 601 Booth Street, Ottawa, ON K1A 0E8, Canada, epotter@NRCan.gc.ca, (2) Natural Resources Canada, Geological Survey of Canada, 490 rue de la Couronne, Quebec, QC G1K 9A9, Canada, (3) Inrs-Ete, 490 rue de la Couronne, Quebec, QC G1K 9A9, Canada, (4) Natural Resources Canada, Geological Survey of Canada, 601 Booth St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0E8, Canada

MINERAL RESOURCES OF THE WYOMING LANDSCAPE CONSERVATION INITIATIVE (WLCI) STUDY AREA—PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE
Abstract ID#: 232324

WILSON, Anna Burack, U.S. Geological Survey, Central Mineral and Environmental Science Center, Box 25046, MS 973, Denver Federal Center, Lakewood, CO 80225, awilson@usgs.gov

THE NATURE AND ORIGIN OF PEBBLE DIKES AND ASSOCIATED ALTERATION: TINTIC MINING DISTRICT, UTAH
Abstract ID#: 232478

JOHNSON, Douglas M., Geological Sciences, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT 84602, doug.m.johnson@gmail.com and CHRISTIANSEN, Eric H., Department of Geological Sciences, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT 84602

NIOBIUM PYROCHLORE MINERALIZATION IN AN IRON-RICH DOLOMITE CARBONATITE, ELK CREEK, NEBRASKA (USA)
Abstract ID#: 232551

BLESSINGTON, Michael Joseph, School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, University of Nebraska, Lincoln, 645 North 14th Street, Room 432, Morrill Hall, Lincoln, NE 68588, michael.blessington@huskers.unl.edu, KETTLER, Richard M., Department of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, NE 68588-0340, VERPLANCK, Philip L., U.S. Geological Survey, P.O. Box 25046, M.S. 973, Denver Federal Center, Denver, CO 80225-0046, and FARMER, G. Lang, Dept. of Geological Sciences and CIRES, Univ. of Colorado, Campus Box 399, Boulder, CO 80309-0399

ROUND MOUNTAIN, TEXAS, LACCOLITH CAN BE A RELIABLE SOURCE OF HREE FOR US INDUSTRY AND DEFENSE
Abstract ID#: 232586

GOODELL, Philip C., GOMEZ, Amed, and KYGER, Nicole, Geological Sciences, University of Texas at El Paso, 500 W University Ave, El Paso, TX 79968, goodell@utep.edu

STOCKWORK FRACTURING AND VEINING HISTORY OF THE RED HILLS PORPHYRY MO-CU DEPOSIT, TRANS-PECOS TEXAS
Abstract ID#: 233870

FRELINGER, Stefanie, Department of Geological Sciences, Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas at Austin, 5303 Westminster Dr, Austin, TX 78723, sfreling11@gmail.com and KYLE, J. Richard, Department of Geological Sciences, Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX 78712

THE MISSOURI PROTEROZOIC IRON METALLOGENIC PROVINCE—THE TYPES OF DEPOSITS AND THEIR GENETIC RELATIONSHIPS
Abstract ID#: 220596

NOLD, John L., Earth Science, University of Central Missouri, 107 WCM Science Building, Warrensburg, MO 64093, nold@ucmo.edu, DUDLEY, Mark A., Earth Science, University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, MO 64093, and DAVIDSON, Paul, School of Earth Science, ARC Centre of Excellence in Ore Deposits, U. of Tasmania, Private Bag 79, Hobart, 7001, Australia

METAMORPHC OVERPRINTS ON THE TALATE PB-ZN DEPOSIT IN ALTAY—EVIDENCES FROM GEOLOGY AND FLUID INCLUSIONS
Abstract ID#: 220615

XU, Jiuhua, Department of Resource Engineering, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Apt.46-603, Xueyuan Rd.30, Haidian District, Beijing 100083 China, jiuhuaxu@ces.ustb.edu.cn

MAGNETITE OREBODIES IN THE NEW JERSEY AND HUDSON (NEW YORK) HIGHLANDS: METAMORPHOSED BANDED IRON FORMATIONS
Abstract ID#: 222466

MATT, Peter, Earth and Environmental Science, Brooklyn College, 359 Fort Washington Ave, 2b, New York, NY 10033, petermatt49@gmail.com and POWELL, Wayne, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Brooklyn College, 2900 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210

QEMSCAN® ANALYSIS FOR THE EXPLORATION OF NONSULFIDE ZN DEPOSITS: THE JABALI CASE (YEMEN)
Abstract ID#: 223138

SANTORO, Licia¹, ROLLINSON, Gavin G.², BONI, Maria³, and MONDILLO, Nicola³, (1) Scienze della Terra, dell'Ambiente e delle Risorse (DSTAR), Universit� degli Studi di Napoli, Federico II, Via Ferrara 37, Via Mezzocannone, 8, 80134, Napoli, Napoli, 80143, Italy, licia.santoro85@gmail.com, (2) College of Engineering, Mathematics & Physical Sciences (CEMPS), Camborne School of Mines, (CSM),University of Exeter, Cornwall Campus, Penryn, Cornwall,TR10 9EZ, United Kingdom, Penryn, TR10 9EZ, United Kingdom, (3) Scienze della Terra, dell'Ambiente e del Territorio, Universit� degli Studi di Napoli, Federico II, Via Mezzocannone 8, Napoli, 80134, Italy

MASSIVE SULFIDES OF THE MICHIGAMME FORMATION IN THE VICINITY OF THE EAGLE NI-CU-PGE DEPOSIT, UPPER MICHIGAN
Abstract ID#: 224803

LEATHERMAN, Mark A.¹, RIPLEY, Edward¹, ROSSELL, Dean², and LI, Chusi¹, (1) Department of Geological Sciences, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN 47405, leatherm@indiana.edu, (2) Rio Tinto Exploration (Kennecott Exploration), Salt Lake City, UT 84116

MINERALIZATION IN JAMPANG DISTRICT FOR SMALL SCALE MINING, INDONESIA
Abstract ID#: 225201

SAING, Stephanie¹, SYAFRIZAL, Syafrizal², SURYANTINI, Suryantini³, IMAI, Akira¹, and TAKAHASHI, Ryohei¹, (1) Earth Science and Technology, Akita University, Akita, 010-8502, Japan, stephaniesaing@ymail.com, (2) Mining Engineering, Institute Technology of Bandung, Jalan Ganesha No.10, Bandung, 40135, Indonesia, (3) Geology Engineering, Institute Technology of Bandung, Jalan Ganesha No.10, Bandung, 40135, Indonesia

MINERALOGY, GEOCHEMISTRY, AND PETROLOGY OF A NEW GREEN GROSSULAR GARNET (“TSAVORITE”) FOUND IN MADAGASCAR, AND ITS TECTONIC IMPLICATION
Abstract ID#: 225360

VOARINTSOA, Ny Riavo¹, MADISON RAZANATSEHENO, Marie Olga², RAKOTONDRAZAFY, Amos Fety Michel², and GIULIANI, Gaston³, (1) Department of Geology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602, nyriavony@gmail.com, (2) D�partement des Sciences de la Terre, Universit� d'Antananarivo, Antananarivo, 101, Madagascar, (3) Universit� Paul Sabatier, GET/IRD, UMR CNRS-IRD-CNES 5563, 14 Avenue Edouard Belin, Toulouse, 31400, France

Oral 0	Poster 3	Either 0	Total 3

Engineering Geology Pool

Papers:

LASER-INDUCED BREAKDOWN SPECTROSCOPY (LIBS) AS A TOOL FOR DETECTING ALKALI-SILICA REACTIVITY OF HIGHWAY AGGREGATES
Abstract ID#: 226520

FALTYS, Jordan, Geological Sciences, New Mexico State University, Box 30001, MSC 3AB, Las Cruces, NM 88003, jfaltys1@nmsu.edu, MCMILLAN, Nancy J., Geological Sciences, New Mexico State University, Box 30001 MSC 3AB, Las Cruces, NM 88003, and CHESNER, Warren, Chesner Engineering, P.C, 38 W, Park Avenue, Ste. 200, Long Beach, NY 11561

GEOLOGIC INTERPRETATIONS OF GEOTECHNICAL DATA IN THE QUATERNARY SACRAMENTO-SAN JOAQUIN DELTA, CALIFORNIA, U.S.A
Abstract ID#: 229901

MAIER, Katherine L.¹, GATTI, Emma¹, PONTI, Daniel J.¹, HOLZER, Thomas L.¹, TINSLEY, John C.¹, PAGENKOPP, Mark², STARRATT, Scott W.¹, WAN, Elmira¹, HILLHOUSE, John W.¹, and BURTT, David¹, (1) U.S. Geological Survey, 345 Middlefield Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025, kmaier@usgs.gov, (2) California Department of Water Resources, 3500 Industrial Blvd, West Sacramento, CA 95691

RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PERMEABILITY CHANGE AND NORMAL STRESS IN LARGE DISPLACEMENT SHEAR ZONE OF SAND
Abstract ID#: 227666

KIMURA, Sho, KANEKO, Hiroaki, ITO, Takuma, and MINAGAWA, Hideki, Methane Hydrate Research Center, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), 2-17-2-1, Tsukisamu-Higashi, Toyohiraku, Sapporo, 062-8517, Japan, sho-kimura@aist.go.jp

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Environmental Geoscience

Oral 0	Poster 6	Either 2	Total 8

Environmental Geoscience (Posters)

Papers:

THE SMACKOVER FORMATION CARBON DIOXIDE STORAGE ASSESSMENT UNITS IN THE U.S. GULF COAST BASIN
Abstract ID#: 225460

BUURSINK, Marc L., US Geological Survey, 12201 Sunrise Valley Dr, National Center MS-956, Reston, VA 20192, buursink@usgs.gov

THE 2013 ISACHSEN EXPEDITION TO AXEL HEIBERG ISLAND, NUNAVUT, CANADA: A FIELD REPORT
Abstract ID#: 226091

KINGSBURY, Cole G.¹, WILLIAMSON, Marie-Claude², DAY, Stephen J.², and MCNEIL, Rick J.², (1) Department of Earth Sciences, Carleton University, 1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, ON K1S 5B6, Canada, cole_kingsbury@carleton.ca, (2) Geological Survey of Canada, 601 Booth Street, Ottawa, ON K1A 0E8, Canada

STREAM CONTAMINATION IN THE CITIES OF MILLERSVILLE AND GOODLETTSVILLE, TENNESSEE
Abstract ID#: 229104

MARTIN, James D., Geoscience, Austin Peay State University, 601 College Street, Clarksville, TN 37044, shorvok@gmail.com, SULLIVAN, Zachary, Geosciences, Austin Peay State University, P.O. Box 4418, Clarksville, TN 37044, TESTA, Maurice P., Austin Peay State University, 601 College Street, Clarksville, TN 37044, and DUNKLE, Kallina M., Department of Geosciences, Austin Peay State University, PO Box 4418, Clarksville, TN 37044

MODERN AND PAST CARBON DYNAMICS IN PIERMONT MARSH, HUDSON RIVER ESTUARY
Abstract ID#: 229197

HAROON, Areej¹, LOPEZ, Cristal², TORRES, Destiny³, FERNANDEZ, Rossibel², CHOWDHURY, Amira², FENG, Shiying², SUN, Eric⁴, REYES, Nunny⁵, PETEET, Dorothy M.¹, and NEWTON, Robert¹, (1) Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, 61 Route 9w, Palisades, NY 10964, areejharoonkhan@hotmail.com, (2) The Young Women's Leadership School of East Harlem, 105 east 106th street, New York, NY 10029, (3) Brown University, 69 Brown Street, Providence, RI 02912, (4) Tappan Zee High School, 15 Dutch Hill Rd, Orangeburg, NY 10962, (5) Hunter College, 695 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10065

CUTTHROAT GRASS ON URBAN NATURAL AREAS, PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL: ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS ON DISTRIBUTION AND PROPAGATION
Abstract ID#: 231335

KUHN, Tina, Florida Atlantic University, 777 Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL 33431, kuhntaylor@aol.com and ROOT, Tara L., Department of Geosciences, Florida Atlantic University, 777 Glades Rd, Boca Raton, FL 33431

ASSESSING THE CO2 STORAGE CAPACITY IN THE CENTRAL APPALACHIAN BASIN: RESULTS OF THE KENTUCKY GEOLOGICAL SURVEY TEST WELL, CARTER COUNTY, KENTUCKY
Abstract ID#: 231954

BOWERSOX, J. Richard¹, GREB, Stephen F.², ANDERSON, Warren H.², and HARRIS, David C.³, (1) Kentucky Geological Survey, University of Kentucky, 228 Mining and Mineral Resources Building, Lexington, KY 40506-0107, j.r.bowersox@uky.edu, (2) Kentucky Geological Survey, 228 Mining and Mineral Resources Building, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY 40506-0107, (3) Kentucky Geological Survey, Univ of Kentucky, 228 Mining and Mineral Resources Bldg, Lexington, KY 40506-0107

SOURCE CHARACTERIZATION OF AFRICAN DUST USING CCSEM ANALYSIS
Abstract ID#: 232434

ROGERS, Robert M., Earth and Environmental Science, University of Texas at Arlington, Geoscience Building, 500 Yates Street, Arlington, TX 76019, robert.rogers@mavs.uta.edu, HUNT, Andrew, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Univesity of Texas at Arlington, Geosciences Building, 500 Yates Street, Arlington, TX 76019, and OLDFIELD, Frank, Geography and Planning, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, L69 7ZQ

THE GEOLOGIC SEQUESTRATION POTENTIAL FOR CARBON DIOXIDE WITHIN THE DENVER BASIN OF COLORADO, WYOMING, AND NEBRASKA
Abstract ID#: 233789

DRAKE, Ronald M. II, Denver, CO 80225, rmdrake@usgs.gov

Oral 2	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 2

Environmental Geoscience Pool

Papers:

COMPARISON OF MERIS-BASED LAND COVER PRODUCTS OVER THE ARABIAN PENINSULA
Abstract ID#: 223364

ALSAARAN, Nasser, Department of Geography, King Saud University, P. O. Box 2456, Riyadh 11451 Saudi Arabia, alsaaran@ksu.edu.sa

THE FALSE POSITIVE CONUNDRUM: IDENTIFYING FALSE POSITIVES OF CONTAMINATION FROM LANDFILLS IN SEMI-ARID TO ARID WESTERN WATERSHEDS
Abstract ID#: 227882

GADE, Max, Earth Sciences, Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY 13244, mxedag@gmail.com and SIEGEL, Donald I., Earth Sciences, Syracuse University, Heroy Geological Laboratory, Syracuse, NY 13244

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Geochemistry II (empty)

Oral 4	Poster 5	Either 2	Total 11

Geochemistry Pool

Papers:

THERMOBAROMETERS BASED ON REE PARTITIONING BETWEEN MANTLE MINERALS
Abstract ID#: 223509

SUN, Chenguang, YAO, Lijing, and LIANG, Yan, Department of Geological Sciences, Brown University, Providence, RI 02912, Chenguang_Sun@brown.edu

THE EFFECTS OF DISSOLVED ORGANIC MATTER ON THE PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF ACTIVELY TREATED ACID MINE DRAINAGE FLOC
Abstract ID#: 234118

MANNIX, Marianne A., Plant & Soil Sciences, West Virginia University, 883 E Everly Street Apt 6, Morgantown, WV 26505, marianne.mannix@gmail.com

PRECIPITATION INDUCED NUTRIENT LOADING VARIABILITY BETWEEN TWO TRIBUTARIES IN THE OWASCO LAKE WATERSHED, CENTRAL NEW YORK
Abstract ID#: 224030

COLE, Alison A., MORALEZ, Genevieve A., and HALFMAN, John D., Department of Geoscience, Hobart & William Smith Colleges, 300 Pulteney Street, Geneva, NY 14456, alison.cole@hws.edu

THERMOCHEMICAL STUDIES OF FELSPATHOID MINERALS RELATED TO RADIOACTIVE WASTE TREATMENT
Abstract ID#: 226936

LILOVA, Kristina, Peter A. Rock Thermochemistry Laboratory and Neat ORU, University of Califonia, Davis, 4415 Chemistry Annex, One Shields Avenue, Davis, CA 95616, Davis, CA 95616, kililova@ucdavis.edu, WU, Lili, Neat Oru, University of California, Davis, One Shields Av, Davis, CA 95616, PIERCE, Eric, Environmental Sciences Division, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, P.O. Box 2008, MS 6038, Oak Ridge, TN 37831, BROWN, Christopher F., Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, P.O. Box 999, MS P7-22, Richland, WA 99352, SCHLIESSER, Jacob, Chemistry Department, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT 84602, WOODFIELD, Brian F., Department of Chemistry, Brigham Young University, C100 BNSN, Provo, UT 84602, and NAVROTSKY, Alexandra, NEAT ORU & Peter A. Rock Thermochemistry Laboratory, UC Davis, 4415 Chemistry Annex, One Shields Ave, Davis, CA 95616

ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS OF LEAD CHROMATE
Abstract ID#: 227934

VERELLEN, Maxwell, 4947 Buckhorn Dr, Traverse City, MI 49684, verellmf@miamioh.edu, TULLY, Jennifer, Department of Geology and Environmental Earth Science, Miami University, 501 East High Street, Oxford, OH 45056, and KREKELER, Mark P.S., Department of Geology & Environmental Earth Science, Miami University-Hamilton, Hamilton, OH 45011

HEAVY METAL POLLUTION IN KABWE AND PHYTOREMEDIATION OF LEAD CONTAMINATED SOILS
Abstract ID#: 231171

HAZZARD, Sarah¹, MUTITI, Samuel², and CORLEY, Megan¹, (1) Biological and Environmental Sciences, Georgia College and State University, Milledgeville, GA 31061, sarah.hazzard@bobcats.gcsu.edu, (2) Biology and Enviromental Sciences Department, Georgia College and State University, Milledgeville, GA 31061

TRANSPORT OF MERCURY FROM A MINED AREA AND UPTAKE OF MERCURY BY FISH IN THE TIBER RIVER, ITALY
Abstract ID#: 232626

GRAY, John E.¹, RIMONDI, Valentina², COSTAGLIOLA, Pilario², and LATTANZI, Pierfranco³, (1) U.S. Geological Survey, P.O. Box 25046, MS 973, Denver, CO 80225, jgray@usgs.gov, (2) Dipartimento di Scienze della Terra, Universit� di Firenze, Via G. La Pira 4, Florence, 50121, Italy, (3) Dipartimento di Scienze Chimiche e Geologiche, University of Cagliari, via Trentino 51, Cagliari, 09127, Italy

NORTHERN ADRIATIC WATERSHEDS: CARBONATE GEOCHEMISTRY AND FLUXES WITHIN DIVERSE DRAINAGES OF W SLOVENIA AND NE ITALY
Abstract ID#: 232663

SZRAMEK, Kathryn¹, TAM�E, Samo², and OGRINC, Nives², (1) Environmental Science and Policy, Drake University, 2507 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311, kathryn.szramek@drake.edu, (2) Department of Environmental Sciences, Jo�ef Stefan Institute, Jamova 39, Ljubljana, 1000, Slovenia

SEASONAL CHANGES IN REDOX CONDITIONS DUE TO FLUCTUATING GROUNDWATER DEPTH LEADING TO CHANGES IN SUBSURFACE MICROBIAL ACTIVITY AT THE OLD RIFLE SITE IN WESTERN COLORADO
Abstract ID#: 233246

CONRAD, Mark E.¹, WILLIAMS, Kenneth H.², BILL, Markus¹, ROBBINS, Mark J.², and TOKUNAGA, Tetsu K.³, (1) Earth Sciences Division, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Mailstop 70A-4418, Berkeley, CA 94720, MSConrad@lbl.gov, (2) Earth Sciences Division, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, 1 Cyclotron Rd. MS-90-1116, Berkeley, CA 94720, (3) Earth Sciences Division, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA 94720

THE ENVIRONMENTAL LEGACY OF LEAD MINING IN KABWE, ZAMBIA
Abstract ID#: 233655

MUTITI, Samuel¹, KEEFER, Kristin¹, and MWEETWA, Alice², (1) Biology and Enviromental Sciences Department, Georgia College and State University, Milledgeville, GA 31061, samuel.mutiti@gcsu.edu, (2) Agriculture Sciences, University of Zambia, Lusaka, P.O Box, Zambia

A GEOCHEMICAL AND ISOTOPIC STUDY OF STRAY GAS RELATED TO STRUCTURAL AND TOPOGRAPHIC FEATURES IN THE SOUTHERN APPALACHIAN BASIN
Abstract ID#: 228422

BOWMAN, Lindsey, SHARMA, Shikha, CARR, Timothy, and SHARMA, Maneesh, Department of Geology & Geography, 330 Brooks Hall, West Virginia University, National Energy Technology Laboratory-Regional University Alliance, Morgantown, WV 26506, lbowman713@gmail.com

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Geochemistry, Organic (Posters)--Empty

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Geochemistry, Organic, Pool (Empty)

Oral 7	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 7

Geoinformatics Pool

Papers:

DATA, METADATA - WHO CARES?
Abstract ID#: 220518

BAUMANN, Peter, Center fro Advanced Systems Engineering (CASE), Jacobs University Bremen, Campus Ring 12, Bremen 28757 Germany, p.baumann@jacobs-university.de

THE PAST IS THE KEY TO THE FUTURE: URANIUM RESEARCH AT THE USGS DENVER LIBRARY
Abstract ID#: 222073

WILD, Emily C. and VAN CLEAVE, Keith, U.S. Geological Survey, Library, Box 25046, MS 914, Denver Federal Center, Denver, CO 80225, ecwild@usgs.gov

IMAGE QUALITY IN UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS DIGITAL GEOLOGY DISSERTATIONS FROM PROQUEST
Abstract ID#: 223031

JOSEPH, Lura E., Library, Univ of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 450J Main Library, MC-522, 1408 W. Gregory Drive, Urbana, IL 61801, luraj@illinois.edu

GETTING DOWN AND DIRTY: CITIZEN INVOLVEMENT IN SCIENCE
Abstract ID#: 225183

PROSSER, Cynthia L., University of Georgia Libraries, University of Georgia, Science Collections - Science Library, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602, cprosser@uga.edu and PEREIRA, Monica, Collections, California State University Channel Islands, P.O. 212, Camarillo, CA 93011-0212

GRIPTS : A GEOSCIENCE GROUP INFORMATION PRODUCTIVITY TOOLKIT
Abstract ID#: 225948

SCHLEMBACH, Mary C., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 170 Noyes Lab, Urbana, IL 61801, schlemba@illinois.edu

A COST-EFFECTIVE MULTI-FEATURE FUSION OBJECT - BASED CLASSIFICATION METHOD ON ARCGIS PLATFORM USING VERY HIGH-RESOLUTION REMOTE SENSING IMAGE
Abstract ID#: 229251

ZHANG, Ling, Applied Science, university of Arkansas at little Rock, 2801 S. University Avenue, Little Rock, AR 72204, ling.sun.zhang@gmail.com, MCMILLAN, Margaret E., Department of Earth Science, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, 2801 S. University Avenue, Little Rock, AR 72204, and MILANOVA, Mariofanna, Computer Science, university of Arkansas at Little Rock, 2801 S. University Avenue, Little Rock, AR 72204

LANDLAB – A NEW, OPEN-SOURCE, MODULAR, PYTHON-BASED TOOL FOR MODELING LANDSCAPE DYNAMICS
Abstract ID#: 231727

HOBLEY, Daniel E.J.¹, TUCKER, Gregory E.², ADAMS, Jordan M.³, GASPARINI, Nicole M.⁴, HUTTON, Eric⁵, ISTANBULLUOGLU, Erkan⁶, and SIDDHARTHA NUDURUPATI, Sai⁶, (1) CIRES and Dept of Geological Sciences, University of Colorado, UCB 399, 2200 Colorado Avenue, Boulder, CO 80309-0399, daniel.hobley@colorado.edu, (2) CIRES and Department of Geological Sciences, University of Colorado, Campus Box 399, 2200 Colorado Avenue, Boulder, CO 80309-0399, (3) Dept of Earth & Environmental Sciences, Tulane University, 101 Blessey Hall, New Orleans, LA 70118, (4) Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Tulane University, 101 Blessey Hall, New Orleans, LA 70118, (5) Instaar, University of Colorado, campus Box 450, 1560 30th St, Boulder, CO 80303, (6) Civil & Environmental Engineering, University of Washington, 201 More Hall, Box 352700, Seattle, WA 98195-2700

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Geology and Health

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Geology and Health (Posters)

Oral 10	Poster 10	Either 1	Total 21

Geology and Health Pool

Papers:

TIME EVOLUTION OF TOTAL SUSPENDED PARTICLES IN URBAN ZONES: A VERTICAL EVALUATION OF URBAN DUST FROM ARID ENVIRONMENTS
Abstract ID#: 230344

GONZ�LEZ-GRIJALVA, B.¹, MEZA-FIGUEROA, D.², DEL R�O-SALAS, R.³, DE LA O-VILLANUEVA, M.², ZEPEDA-IBARRA, J.⁴, MORENO-RODRIGUEZ, V.³, MORALES-TORRES, K.¹, and CASTILLO-MORALES, U.¹, (1) Programa de Maestr�a en Ciencias-Geolog�a,Departamento de Geolog�a, Divisi�n de Ciencias Exactas y Naturales, Universidad de Sonora, Rosales y Encinas, Hermosillo, 83000, Mexico, belemgonzalez@gmail.com, (2) Departamento de Geolog�a, Divisi�n de Ciencias Exactas y Naturales, Universidad de Sonora, Rosales y Encinas, Hermosillo, 83000, Mexico, (3) Estaci�n Regional del Noroeste, Instituto de Geolog�a, Universidad Nacional Aut�noma de M�xico, Colosio y Madrid s/n, Hermosillo, 83000, Mexico, (4) Instituto Municipal de Ecolog�a, H. Ayuntamiento de Hermosillo, Nicola Bravo No. 42, Hermosillo, 83000, Mexico

TIME EVOLUTION OF SUSPENDED PARTICULATE MATTER IN URBAN ZONES FROM ARID ENVIRONMENTS: INSIGHTS FROM NATURAL EROSION PROCESSES VS. ANTHROPOGENIC ACTIVITIES
Abstract ID#: 230445

MORENO-RODR�GUEZ, V.¹, MEZA-FIGUEROA, D.², DEL R�O-SALAS, R.³, ZEPEDA-IBARRA, J.⁴, DE LA O-VILLANUEVA, M.², MEND�VIL-QUIJADA, H.⁵, GONZALEZ-GRIJALVA, B.², and MORALES-TORRES, K.⁶, (1) Colosio y Madrid, Col. Los Arcos, Hermosillo, 83000, Mexico, vmorenorodriguez@gmail.com, (2) Departamento de Geolog�a, Divisi�n de Ciencias Exactas y Naturales, Universidad de Sonora, Rosales y Encinas, Hermosillo, 83000, Mexico, (3) Estaci�n Regional del Noroeste, Instituto de Geolog�a, Universidad Nacional Aut�noma de M�xico, Colosio y Madrid s/n, Hermosillo, 83000, Mexico, (4) Instituto Municipal de Ecolog�a, H. Ayuntamiento de Hermosillo, Nicola Bravo No. 42, Hermosillo, 83000, Mexico, (5) Estaci�n Regional del Noroeste, Instituto de Geolog�a, UNAM, Colosio y Madrid, Col. Los Arcos, Hermosillo, 83240, Mexico, (6) Programa de Maestr�a en Ciencias-Geolog�a,Departamento de Geolog�a, Divisi�n de Ciencias Exactas y Naturales, Universidad de Sonora, Rosales y Encinas, Hermosillo, 83000, Mexico

FUGITIVE DUST AND ENVIRONMENTAL LEAD EXPOSURE: A POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCE OF HOUSING DEMOLITION
Abstract ID#: 233534

SHIHADEH, Monica A., Department of Natural Sciences, University of Michigan - Dearborn, 4901 Evergreen Road, Dearborn, MI 48128, tayloram@umd.umich.edu and MURRAY, Kent S., Natural Sciences, University of Michigan-Dearborn, 4901 Evergreen Rd, Dearborn, MI 48128

STRUCTURAL CONTROL ON THE MIGRATION OF NATURAL HYDROCARBON BRINES INTO GROUNDWATER AQUIFERS IN SOUTH-CENTRAL NEW YORK
Abstract ID#: 229877

KREUZER, Rebecca L., Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Rochester, 227 Hutchison Hall, Rochester, NY 14627, rkreuzer@z.rochester.edu, DARRAH, Thomas H., School of Earth Sciences, The Ohio State University, 275 Mendenhall Laboratory, 125 S. Oval Mall, Columbus, OH 43210, MITRA, Gautam, Department of Earth & Environmental Sciences, University of Rochester, 208A Hutchison Hall, Rochester, NY 14627, VENGOSH, Avner, Division of Earth and Ocean Sciences, Nicholas School of the Environment, Duke University, Durham, NC 27708, JACKSON, Robert B., Nicholas School of the Environment and Center on Global Change, Duke University, Box 90338, Durham, NC 27708, and POREDA, Robert, Department of Earth & Environmental Sciences, University of Rochester, 227 Hutchison Hall, Rochester, NY 14627

ERIONITE IN THE USA
Abstract ID#: 220331

DOGAN, A. Umran, Earth Sciences, King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, Dhahran, 31261, Saudi Arabia, umran-dogan@uiowa.edu and DOGAN, Meral, Department of Geological Engineering, Hacettepe University, Beytepe, Hacettepe, Ankara, 50021, Turkey

CALCIUM CARBONATE MINERALS IN THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY: SOURCES, FUNCTIONS AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Abstract ID#: 224582

SMOLIGA, John A., Analytical Sciences, Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc, 900 Ridgebury Rd, Ridgefield, CT 06877, john.smoliga@boehringer-ingelheim.com

GEOLOGY AND HEALTH IN TEXAS: DIGGING INTO THE ISSUES
Abstract ID#: 227996

TARLOFF, Keith¹, WELLS, Arden A.¹, CHAKRABORTY, Jayeeta², ISLAM, Tasnuva¹, BORGFELDT, Taylor¹, and FINKELMAN, Robert B.³, (1) Department of Geosciences, University of Texas at Dallas, 800 W. Cambell Road, Richardson, TX 75080, kxt112830@utdallas.edu, (2) Geosciences, UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS -DALLAS, Richardson, TX 75080, (3) Dept. of Geosciences, University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, TX 75080

SECONDARY LEAD INGESTION VIA OCULAR EXPOSURE TO TRADITIONAL SOUTH ASIAN, MIDDLE EASTERN AND NORTH AFRICAN EYE COSMETICS AND IMPLICATIONS FOR IQ IN CHILDREN
Abstract ID#: 228709

BRABANDER, Daniel J., Geosciences, Wellesley College, 106 Central Street, Wellesley, MA 02481, dbraband@wellesley.edu, HANDLER, Phoebe N., Environmental Studies Program, Wellesley College, 106 Central Street, Wellesley, Wellesley, MA 02481, and TANG, Fanny, Geosciences Department, Wellesley College, 106 Central Street, Wellesley, MA 0248

URBAN ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY MONITORING PROJECT IN JERSEY CITY, NJ
Abstract ID#: 229718

DUZGOREN-AYDIN, Nurdan S., FREILE, Deborah, BU, Kaixuan, KUTASSY, Heather, HART, Melisa, and JAMES, Richard, Geoscience and Geography, New Jersey City University, 2039 Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ 07305, naydin@njcu.edu

HUMAN HEALTH VS. GEOCHEMISTRY OF URBAN DUST IN ARID ENVIRONMENT: POSSIBLE IMPACT ON LEARNING SKILLS IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
Abstract ID#: 230444

DEL R�O-SALAS, R.¹, MEZA-FIGUEROA, D.², RUIZ, Joaquin³, MEND�VIL-QUIJADA, H.⁴, DE LA O-VILLANUEVA, M.², MORENO-RODRIGUEZ, V.¹, GONZALEZ-GRIJALVA, B.², CASTILLO-MORALES, U.⁵, G�MEZ-CORRALES, R.⁶, and ESPINOZA-MALDONADO, G.², (1) Estaci�n Regional del Noroeste, Instituto de Geolog�a, Universidad Nacional Aut�noma de M�xico, Colosio y Madrid s/n, Hermosillo, 83000, Mexico, rdelriosalas@gmail.com, (2) Departamento de Geolog�a, Divisi�n de Ciencias Exactas y Naturales, Universidad de Sonora, Rosales y Encinas, Hermosillo, 83000, Mexico, (3) Dean, College of Science, Univ of Arizona, PO BOX 210077, Tucson, AZ 85721, (4) Estaci�n Regional del Noroeste, Instituto de Geolog�a, Universidad Nacional Aut�noma de M�xico, Colosio y Madrid s/n, Hermosillo, 83000, Mexico, (5) Programa de Maestr�a en Ciencias-Geolog�a,Departamento de Geolog�a, Divisi�n de Ciencias Exactas y Naturales, Universidad de Sonora, Rosales y Encinas, Hermosillo, 83000, Mexico, (6) Departamento de F�sica, Divisi�n de Ciencias Exactas y Naturales, Universidad de Sonora, Rosales y Encinas SN, Hermosillo, 83000

COMPARING INDIGENOUS LATERITE AND BAUXITE WITH IMPORTED ACTIVATED ALUMINA FOR USE IN SMALL-SCALE FLUORIDE ADSORPTION FILTERS IN RURAL NORTHERN GHANA
Abstract ID#: 231421

CRAIG, Laura, Hydrologic Sciences, Desert Research Institute & University of Nevada, Reno, 2215 Raggio Parkway, Reno, NV 89512, Laura.Craig@dri.edu, STILLINGS, Lisa L., U.S. Geological Survey, MS-176 University of Nevada Reno, Reno, NV 89557, DECKER, David L., Desert Research Institute, 2215 Raggio Pkwy, Reno, NV 89512, and THOMAS, James, Division of Hydrologic Science, Desert Research Institute, 2215 Raggio Parkway, Reno, NV 89512

EXPERIMENTAL MODELS IN THE INVESTIGATION OF THE IMPACTS OF THE MINERALS ON HUMAN HEALTH
Abstract ID#: 232539

�ZDEN, Aslan, Department of Public Health, G�lhane Millitary Medical Academy, Ankara, 06010, Turkey, draslanozden@gmail.com, KARSLIOGLU, Yildirim, Department of Pathology, Gulhane Military Medical Academy, Ankara, 06010, Turkey, DEMIRKAYA, Erkan, Department of Pediatrics, Gulhane Military Medical Academy, Ankara, 06010, Turkey, and ACIKEL, Cengiz Han, Department of Biostatistics, Gulhane Military Medical Academy, Ankara, 06010, Turkey

ERIONITE IN SOUTH DAKOTA COMPARED WITH ERIONITE FROM CAPPADOCIA, TURKEY
Abstract ID#: 233820

DOGAN, Meral, Geological Engineering, Hacettepe University, Beytepe, Ankara, 06530, Turkey, mmoroydogan@gmail.com, DOGAN, A. Umran, Eath Sciences, KFUPM, Dhahran, 31261, Saudi Arabia, PIERSON, M. Patrick, U.S. Forest Service, Custer National Forest, 1310 Main Street, Billings, MT 59105, RUSHO, Nancy, AML Program Manager And Geologist, Centralized National Operations, Minerals And Geology, Missoula, MT 598072, BALLIRANO, Paolo, Dipartimento di Scienzadella Terra, Universita di Roma, Roma, 00185, Italy, and HUERTAS, Javier, Instituto Andaluz de Ciencias de la Tierra, CSIC, Universidad de Granada, Avda. de las Palmeras 4, Armilla, Granada, 18100, Spain

GOOGLE-EARTH BASED INTERACTIVE DATABASE FOR SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS IN THE FIELD OF ENVIRONMENTAL GEOCHEMISTRY AND HEALTH
Abstract ID#: 229657

DUZGOREN-AYDIN, Nurdan S. and KUTASSY, Heather, Geoscience and Geography, New Jersey City University, 2039 Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ 07305, hkutassy@njcu.edu

IDENTIFYING METALLIC CONTAMINANTS OF CONCERN IN THE BREATHING ZONE USING X-RAY FLUORESCENT SPECTROSCOPY (XRF)
Abstract ID#: 234011

JACOBS, Alan M., Department of Geological & Environmental Sciences, Youngstown State University, One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH 44555, amjacobs@ysu.edu

GEOCHEMICAL OPTIONS FOR IMMOBILIZING LEAD (PB) CONTAMINATION IN SOIL
Abstract ID#: 232823

HUNT, Andrew¹, ALKANDARY, Dhary², and SHIRTCLIFF, Benjamin¹, (1) Earth and Environmental Sciences, Univesity of Texas at Arlington, Geosciences Building, 500 Yates Street, Arlington, TX 76019, hunt@uta.edu, (2) Earth and Environmental Science, University of Texas at Arlington, Geoscience Building, 500 Yates Street, Arlington, TX 76019

GEOMORPHIC CONTROLS ON THE MORPHOLOGY OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FIBROUS AMPHIBOLES, CLARK COUNTY, NEVADA, USA
Abstract ID#: 233077

FREUDENBERGER, Frederick, Department of Geoscience, University of Nevada Las Vegas, 4505 South Maryland Parkway, Box 454010, Las Vegas, NV 89154-4010, freudenb@unlv.nevada.edu, BUCK, Brenda J., Geoscience, Univ of Nevada, Las Vegas, Box 4010 Lilly Fong Hall, 4505 Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV 89154, METCALF, Rodney V., Department of Geoscience, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV 89154-4010, and NOWICKI, Scott A., Geoscience, University of Nevada Las Vegas, 4505 S Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89154-4010

THE IMPORTANCE OF SEASON IN THE TESTING OF RADON USING SHORT-TERM TESTS IN RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES, PORTLAND, OREGON
Abstract ID#: 223105

ICEFIRE, Selicity¹, LINDE, Tamara¹, and BURNS, Scott², (1) Department of Geology, Portland State University, Portland, OR 97201, sicefire@pdx.edu, (2) Department of Geology, Portland State University, PO Box 751, Portland, OR 97207-0751

A REVIEW OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND HEALTH CONCERNS OF RARE EARTH ELEMENTS (REE): CAUTIONARY NOTES ON AN INCREASINGLY IMPORTANT GEOLOGIC RESOURCE
Abstract ID#: 226264

CHESTER-PAUL, Kyra, Department of Geology & Environmental Earth Science, Miami University, 501 E. High St, Oxford, OH 45056, paulkl@miamioh.edu and KREKELER, Mark P.S., Department of Geology & Environmental Earth Science, Miami University-Hamilton, Hamilton, OH 45011

RADON IN HOMES OF THE PORTLAND, OREGON AREA: RADON DATA FROM LOCAL RADON TESTING COMPANIES COLLECTED BY CRM (CONTINUOUS RADON MEASUREMENT) MACHINES
Abstract ID#: 227046

WHITNEY, Hilary¹, LINDE, Tamara², LINDSEY, Kassandra O.², and BURNS, Scott F.³, (1) Geology, Portland State University, PO Box 751, Portland, OR 97201, haw4@pdx.edu, (2) Geology, Portland State University, Portland, OR 97201, (3) Department of Geology, Portland State University, PO Box 751, Portland, OR 97207-0751

LEAD UPTAKE BY IRON CORROSION SCALES: INFLUENCE OF MINERALOGY
Abstract ID#: 227138

WASSERSTROM, Lauren and MAYNARD, Barry, Cincinnati, 45220, wasserlw@mail.uc.edu

Oral 0	Poster 1	Either 1	Total 2

Geology and Public Policy Pool

Papers:

MALIGNANT GROWTH AND RETROACTIVE HETEROTROPHICITY IN MODERN URBAN AGGLOMERATIONS
Abstract ID#: 225653

HERN, Warren M., Anthropology, University of Colorado at Boulder, 1130 Alpine Avenue, Boulder, CO 80304, bachern@msn.com

AN INTEGRATIVE STRATEGY TO INCREASE THE ECONOMIC FEASIBILITY OF CO₂SEQUESTRATION: MINING BRINES FROM SALINE STORAGE RESERVOIRS
Abstract ID#: 232203

QUILLINAN, Scott¹, SURDAM, Ronald², and MCLAUGHLIN, J. Fred¹, (1) Carbon Management Institute, University of Wyoming, 2020 Grand Ave, Suite 500, Laramie, WY 82070, scottyq@uwyo.edu, (2) Carbon Management Institute, University of Wyoming, 2020 Grand Ave, Suite 500, Laramie, WY 80270

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Geomicrobiology (Posters)

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Geomicrobiology Pool

Oral 0	Poster 1	Either 0	Total 1

Geomorphology

Papers:

USING DAILY STREAM RECORDS TO EVALUATE STREAM TRENDS IN WISCONSIN
Abstract ID#: 231863

CHESTER, Ron, Geology/Geography, UW-Whitewater, 564 N Walton Dr, Whitewater, WI 53190, chesterrc29@uww.edu and SPLINTER, Dale, Whitewater, WI 53190

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Geomorphology (Posters)

Oral 8	Poster 26	Either 7	Total 41

Geomorphology Pool

Papers:

USING TERRESTRIAL LIDAR FOR HYDRAULIC MODELING
Abstract ID#: 233675

MINEAR, J. Toby and WRIGHT, Scott, U.S.G.S, 6000 J. St., Placer Hall, Sacramento, CA 95819, jminear@usgs.gov

GEOMORPHIC AND CLIMATIC INFLUENCES ON SPATIAL SCALING OF FLOODS
Abstract ID#: 233927

PLANK, Carolyn, Geology, University of Maryland College Park, College Park, MD 20742, caplank@umd.edu and PRESTEGAARD, Karen L., Geology, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742

THE EFFECTS OF GLOBAL CLIMATE CHANGE ON LANDSCAPE EVOLUTION IN THE BOREAL FOREST OF THE CENTRAL ALASKA RANGE
Abstract ID#: 227630

WALKER, Laurel A., BEMIS, Sean P., and DEVORE, Joshua R., University of Kentucy, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Lexington, KY 40506, lawa234@g.uky.edu

OPTIMIZING SAMPLE PREPARATION FOR HIGH-PRECISION, LOW-DETECTION LIMIT ANALYSIS OF IN SITU ¹⁰BE: STRATEGIES AND NEW DATA
Abstract ID#: 229518

CORBETT, Lee B.¹, BIERMAN, Paul R.¹, and ROOD, Dylan H.², (1) Department of Geology, University of Vermont, Delehanty Hall, 180 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT 05405, lbcorbett@gmail.com, (2) AMS Laboratory, Scottish Universities Environmental Research Centre (SUERC), East Kilbride, G75 0QF, United Kingdom

QUATERNARY GEOSCIENCE AND FLOOD HAZARD
Abstract ID#: 223156

BRAKENRIDGE, G. Robert, Csdms Instaar, University of Colorado, Campus Box 450, Boulder, CO 80309-0450 and SYVITSKI, James, Geological Sciences, University of Colorado, Boulder, 80305, james.syvitski@colorado.edu

MICROBIALLY MEDIATED IRON-OXIDE BANDS AT PETRA (SOUTHERN JORDAN) ARE OXIDATION PRODUCTS OF LATE DIAGENETIC SIDERITE
Abstract ID#: 225424

LOOPE, David B.¹, KETTLER, Richard M.¹, WEBER, Karrie A.², and AL KUISI, Mustafa³, (1) Earth & Atmospheric Sciences, University of Nebraska, Lincoln, NE 68588-0340, dloope1@unl.edu, (2) Department of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences and School of Biological Sciences, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, NE 68588-0340, (3) Department of Applied Geology and Environment, University of Jordan, PO Box 13437, Amman, 11942, Jordan

ASSESSING THE RESPONSE OF PRE- AND POST-BEACH PROTECTION AND PROJECTED SHORELINE CHANGE IN THE ROSETTA PROMONTORY, NILE DELTA
Abstract ID#: 232988

GHONEIM, Eman¹, MASHALY, Jehan¹, and GAMBLE, Douglas W.², (1) Department of Geography and Geology, University of North Carolina, Wilmington, 601 S. College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403, ghoneime@uncw.edu, (2) Department of Geography and Geology, Univ of North Carolina at Wilmington, 601 S. College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28401

PROJECT ELIJAH: EARTHLY LITHOSPHERIC IMPACT JUXTAPOSITION AND ATTRIBUTED HISTORY
Abstract ID#: 225206

BENONI, Justin, Citizen Scientist, P.O. Box 21454, Boulder, CO 80308 and PETTIT, John T., Citizen Scientist, 20231 Maxwell Dr, Morrison, CO 80465, johnpettit90@gmail.com

BARRIER COMPLEXES IN THE DEEP CREEK MOUNTAINS, UT AS G.K. GILBERT’S “INTERMEDIATE SHORELINES” OF PLEISTOCENE LAKE BONNEVILLE
Abstract ID#: 229423

THOMAS, Paul¹, JEWELL, Paul¹, and NICOLL, Kathleen², (1) Dept. of Geology and Geophysics, Univ. of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84112, Paul.Thomas@Utah.edu, (2) University of Utah, 260 South Central Campus Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84105

A PRELIMINARY GEOMORPHOLOGICAL ANALYSIS OF WATER STORAGE CAPACITY: THE PROVIDENCE WATERSHED, CALIFORNIA
Abstract ID#: 229717

CHAMORRO, Aniela, High Alpine and Arctic Research Program (HAARP), Department of Geology & Geophysics, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843, anielachamorro@gmail.com, GIARDINO, John R., High Alpine and Arctic Research Program (HAARP), Department of Geology and Geophysics and Water Management and Hydrological Sci, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843-3115, and VITEK, John D., Department of Geology & Geophysics, Water Management & Hydrological Science Program, and High Alpine & Arctic Research Program, College Station, TX 77843

RIVER MORPHOLOGY IN ENVIRONMENTAL FLOW ANALYSIS
Abstract ID#: 229955

MILHOUS, Robert T., Retried U.S.Geological Survey, 1812 Marlborough Court, Fort Collins, CO 80526, r.milhous@att.net

CORRELATION OF THE LATE PLEISTOCENE “INTERMEADIATE” SHORELINES OF LAKE BONNEVILLE, U.S.A
Abstract ID#: 230291

NELSON, Daren T., Geology and Geophysics, University of Utah, Frederick Albert Sutton Building, 115 S 1460 E Room 383, Salt Lake City, UT 84112, dtn.bonneville@gmail.com and JEWELL, Paul, Dept. of Geology and Geophysics, Univ. of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84112

A PRELIMINARY APPROACH TO PROCESS-BASED STREAM CLASSIFICATION IN THE CRITICAL ZONE: THE TEXAS EXAMPLE
Abstract ID#: 230899

VAN WINKLE, R. Scott, Department of Geology & Geophysics, High Alpine and Arctic Research Program (HAARP), Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843, scottvanwinkle@tamu.edu and GIARDINO, John R., High Alpine and Arctic Research Program (HAARP), Department of Geology and Geophysics and Water Management and Hydrological Sci, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843-3115

DISTRIBUTION AND CHARACTERISTICS OF LATE WISCONSIN DELTAS IN SOUTHERN MICHIGAN, USA
Abstract ID#: 230921

LUEHMANN, Michael D.¹, SCHAETZL, Randall¹, LUSCH, David¹, LARSON, Grahame², KINCARE, Kevin A.³, and ARBOGAST, Alan F.¹, (1) Department of Geography, Michigan State University, 673 Auditorium Road, East Lansing, MI 48824, luehmann@msu.edu, (2) Department of Geological Sciences, Michigan State University, 288 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI 48824, (3) U.S. Geological Survey, 12201 Sunrise Valley Dr, Reston, VA 20192

SPATIALLY VARIABLE ROCK ERODIBILITY RELATED TO THE INTERACTION BETWEEN EROSION RATE AND WEATHERING IN BEDROCK-FLOORED CHANNELS, GREAT FALLS AREA, VIRGINIA
Abstract ID#: 231098

SHOBE, Charles M., Department of Geology, College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, VA 23187, cmshobe@email.wm.edu, HANCOCK, Gregory S., Department of Geology, College of William & Mary, Williamsburg, VA 23187, and SMALL, Eric E., Department of Geological Sciences, University of Colorado at Boulder, Boulder, CO 80309

WOOD MOBILITY AS A CONTROL ON HYDRAULIC RESISTANCE IN FORESTED HEADWATER STREAMS
Abstract ID#: 231137

CADOL, Daniel, Earth and Environmental Science, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology, 801 Leroy Place, Socorro, NM 87107, dcadol@nmt.edu and DAVID, Gabrielle C. L., Earth and Environmental Science, Boston College, Devlin Hall 213, 140 Commonwealth Avenue, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

FIRE-INDUCED DEGRADATION OF LATE QUATERNARY MORAINES, PINEDALE, WY
Abstract ID#: 231296

O'NEAL, Michael, Department of Geological Sciences, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716, michael@udel.edu, HANSON, Brian, Geography, University of Delaware, 125 Academy Street, Newark, DE 19716, and EVENSON, Edward, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA 18015

ANTHROPOGENIC LANDFORMS WITHIN NEW RIVER GORGE NATIONAL RIVER, SOUTHERN WEST VIRGINIA
Abstract ID#: 231515

YATES, Marla K., Department of Geology and Geography, West Virginia University, PO Box 6300, Morgantown, WV 26506-6300, marlakyates@gmail.com and KITE, J. Steven, Geology and Geography, West Virginia University, P. O. Box 6300, Morgantown, WV 26506-6300

STRUCTURAL CONTROL OF FLUVIAL GEOMORPHOLOGY AND VALLEY FILL STRATIGRAPHY FROM AN UNDERFIT STREAM IN VANDERBURGH COUNTY, SOUTHWESTERN INDIANA: PRELIMINARY RESULTS
Abstract ID#: 231894

DRESSELHAUS, Ethan D., Dept of Geology & Physics, University of Southern Indiana, 8600 University Blvd, Evansville, IN 47712, uselesslyuseful@yahoo.com and DURBIN, James M., Department of Geology and Physics, University of Southern Indiana, 8600 University Blvd, Evansville, IN 47712

PRELIMINARY INVESTIGATION OF POST-CEMENTATION GRAVEL DISSOLUTION IN PETROCALCIC HORIZONS, SOUTHERN NEVADA
Abstract ID#: 231901

BROCK-HON, Amy L., Department of Physics, Geology and Astronomy, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, 615 McCallie Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37403, amy-brock-hon@utc.edu

GENERATION OF SUMMIT PLATEAUS BY PERIGLACIAL PROCESSES: IMPLICATIONS FOR TECTONIC INTERPRETATIONS
Abstract ID#: 232409

LYONS, Nathan J.¹, WEGMANN, Karl W.¹, GOSSE, John C.², and BAYASGALAN, Gantulga¹, (1) Department of Marine, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences, North Carolina State University, Campus Box 8208, Raleigh, NC 27695, nathan.j.lyons@gmail.com, (2) Department of Earth Sciences, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS B3H 4R2, Canada

MIOCENE TO QUATERNARY VERTICAL MOTION OF THE CHANNEL ISLANDS: SIGNATURES OF TRANSFORM TECTONICS
Abstract ID#: 232980

CASTILLO, Chris M., Geophysics, Stanford University, 397 Panama Mall, Mitchell Building 360, Stanford, CA 94305, cmc714@stanford.edu, KLEMPERER, Simon, Department of Geophysics, Stanford Univ, Mitchell Earth Sciences Building, 397 Panama Mall, Stanford, CA 94305, and FRANCIS, Robert D., Department of Geological Sciences, California State Univ Long Beach, 1250 Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90840

ENGINEERS OF OPPORTUNITY: BEAVER ABILITY TO EXPLOIT HEADWATER STREAMS ON LANDSLIDES IN STEEP TERRAIN
Abstract ID#: 233082

KRUEGER, Kelsey, JOHNSON, Bradley G., and SCHMIDT, Catherine, Environmental Studies, Davidson College, Box 7056, Davidson, NC 28035-7056, bgjohnson@davidson.edu

THE IMPACT OF TECTONIC AND MASS-WASTING PROCESSES ON ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS - THE CASE OF SARDIS, WESTERN TURKEY
Abstract ID#: 233531

DAEHNE, Alexander, Department of Geosciences, University of Missouri-Kansas City, 5110 Rockhill Road, Flarsheim Hall 420, Kansas City, MO 64110, daehnea@umkc.edu, Y�NL�, �nder, Eskişehir Osmangazi University, Department of Geological Engineering, Eskişehir, 26480, Turkey, and NIEMI, Tina M., Department of Geosciences, University of Missouri - Kansas City, 5110 Rockhill Road, Flarsheim Hall 420, Kansas City, MO 64110

DOCUMENTING NATURAL RESOURCE CHANGE USING REPEAT PHOTOGRAPHY IN KLONDIKE GOLD RUSH NATIONAL HISTORIC PARK, ALASKA
Abstract ID#: 233607

VENATOR, Sarah C.¹, KARPILO, Ronald D. Jr², BURGER, Paul A.¹, SCHIROKAUER, David W.³, THIBAULT, Theresa A.⁴, GURCKE, Karl⁴, and ADEMA, Guy W.¹, (1) National Park Service, Alaska Regional Office, 240 W. 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501, (2) Dept. of Geosciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523-1482, ron_karpilo@partner.nps.gov, (3) National Park Service, Denali National Park and Preserve, PO Box 9, Denali Park, AK 99755, (4) National Park Service, Klondike Gold Rush National Historic Park, PO Box 517, Skagway, AK 99840

EPISODIC EROSION DYNAMICS AFFECTING DEPOSITIONAL BASINS OF NORTHWEST ARGENTINA
Abstract ID#: 233793

WNUK, Kendall¹, HARBOR, David J.¹, RAHL, Jeffrey M.², and BIEMILLER, James², (1) Department of Geology, Washington and Lee University, Lexington, VA 24450, wnukk14@mail.wlu.edu, (2) Department of Geology, Washington and Lee University, Lexington, VA 24450

THE IMPACT OF BASIN GEOMORPHOLOGY ON THE SEDIMENT SIZE OF FINE-GRAINED BEAVER-RELATED DEPOSITS IN NORTHERN YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK
Abstract ID#: 233804

ENGEL, Eric N., Geology, Mercyhurst University, Erie, PA 16546, eengel06@lakers.mercyhurst.edu and PERSICO, Lyman P., Geology Department, Mercyhurst University, Erie, PA 16546

GPR IMAGING OF COASTAL SEDIMENTARY DEPOSITS ALONG THE LAKE SUPERIOR SHORELINE OF THE HURON MOUNTAINS, MICHIGAN, USA
Abstract ID#: 233888

JOL, Harry M., Department of Geography and Anthropology, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Eau Claire, WI 54702, jolhm@uwec.edu, LOOPE, Walter L., United States Geological Survey, N8391 Sand Point Road, P.O. Box 40, Munising, MI 49862, JOHNSTON, John W., Department of Geography, University of Toronto Mississauga, 3359 Mississauga Road N, South Building, Mississauga, ON L5L 1C6, Canada, BRECKENRIDGE, Andy J., Department of Natural Sciences, University of Wisconsin - Superior, Belknap and Catlin, P.O. Box 2000, Superior, WI 54880, LOOPE, Henry M., Department of Geography, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 550 N. Park St, 160 Science Hall, Madison, WI 53706, MORRISON, Sean M., Department of Geography and Anthropology, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, 105 Garfield Avenue, Eau Claire, WI 54701, and JOL, Connor E., Roosevelt Elementary School, Eau Claire, WI 54703

FIELD AND LABORATORY METHODS USED TO ASSESS LATE QUATERNARY PEDOGENESIS, NORTHWEST NEW JERSEY, USA
Abstract ID#: 234012

AGRIOS, Liana¹, LOUBRIEL, Miguel², ZERBO, Salvatore III³, POPE, Gregory A.⁴, GALSTER, Joshua C.⁴, and WU, Meiyin S.⁵, (1) Dept. of Geology and Environmental Geosciences, Lafayette College, Easton, PA 18042, lagrios.la@gmail.com, (2) Dept. of Geology, University of Puerto Rico - Mayaguez, Mayaguez, PR 00681, (3) Dept. of Earth & Environmental Studies, Montclair State University, Mallory Hall 252, Montclair St. Univ, Montclair, NJ 07869, (4) Earth & Environmental Studies, Montclair State University, 1 Normal Ave, Mallory Hall, Montclair, NJ 07043, (5) Biology and Molecular Biology, Montclair State University, 1 Normal Avenue, Montclair, NJ 07043

MAPPING EPISODIC STREAM ACTIVITY FOR THE RIDGECREST SOLAR POWER PROJECT, KERN COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
Abstract ID#: 234063

THIBODEAUX-YOST, Singleton, Earth and Environmental Sciences, California State University, 2576 E. San Ramon Ave, M/S ST24, Fresno, CA 93740, sthibodeauxyost@gmail.com, WEINMAN, Beth, California State University, Fresno, Earth and Environmental Sciences, 2576 East San Ramon Ave. M/S ST24, Fresno, CA 93740, VYVERBERG, Kris A., California Department of Fish and Wildlife, 1416 Ninth St, Sacramento, CA 95814, and BRADY, Roland H. III, Brady and Associates Geological Services, 1730 F St, Sacramento, CA 95811

RECONSTRUCTING PALEOTOPOGRAPHY, GEOMORPHIC PROCESSES AND LANDSCAPE EVOLUTION IN RESPONSE TO DRAINAGE BASIN INTEGRATION - SALT AND VERDE RIVERS, BASIN AND RANGE, SOUTH-CENTRAL ARIZONA: PRELIMINARY RESULTS
Abstract ID#: 228419

LARSON, Phillip Herman¹, DORN, Ronald I.², and KELLEY, Scott B.², (1) Department of Geography, Minnesota State University, 7 Armstrong Hall, Mankato, MN 56001, phillip.larson@mnsu.edu, (2) School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287

STREAM PIRACY ON THE RIO GRANDE - CHANGES IN THE CHANNEL OF THE RIO GRANDE, VAL VERDE COUNTY, TEXAS
Abstract ID#: 221076

CEPEDA, Joseph C., Department of Life, Earth and Environmental Sciences, West Texas A&M Univ, PO Box 60162, Canyon, TX 79016-0001, jcepeda@mail.wtamu.edu

EFFECT OF RAINFALL INTENSITY ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF EXPERIMENTAL LANDFORM
Abstract ID#: 224879

OUCHI, Shunji, College of Sci and Engineering, Chuo Univ, 1-13-27 Kasuga, Bunkyo, Tokyo 112-8551 Japan, souchi@kc.chuo-u.ac.jp

ACTIVE UPLIFT OF THE GAVIOTA COAST, SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA; IMPLICATIONS FOR EARTHQUAKE HAZARD
Abstract ID#: 226196

WAMPLER, David F., Department of Earth Science, University of California, Santa Barbara, 1006 Webb Hall, Santa Barbara, CA 93106, dfw@umail.ucsb.edu and KELLER, E.A., Department of Earth Science, UC Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA 93106

HISTORIC AND RECENT FLOODPLAIN SEDIMENT DEPOSITION PATTERNS ON THE LOWER ROANOKE RIVER, NC
Abstract ID#: 226433

HUPP, Cliff R.¹, SCHENK, Edward R.¹, KROES, Daniel E.², and WILLARD, Debra A.³, (1) U.S. Geological Survey, 430 National Center, Reston, VA 20192, crhupp@usgs.gov, (2) U.S. Geological Survey, Louisiana Water Science Center, Baton Rouge, LA 70816, (3) United States Geological Survey, 926A National Center, 12201 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA 20192

DRIFTCRETIONS: A STUDY OF LAND GROWTH FROM DRIFTWOOD, GREAT SLAVE LAKE, CANADA
Abstract ID#: 226933

KRAMER, Natalie, Geosciences, Colorado State University, Campus Delivery 1482, Fort Collins, CO 80521, n.kramer.anderson@gmail.com

DOWNSTREAM HYDRAULIC GEOMETRY RELATIONSHIPS AMONG GEOMORPHIC PROCESS DOMAINS ALONG RIVER NETWORKS IN THE COLORADO FRONT RANGE
Abstract ID#: 227088

LIVERS, Bridget, Department of Geosciences, Colorado State University, 220 E. Laurel St, Apt. 15, Fort Collins, CO 80524, bridgetlivers@gmail.com

INSTREAM WOOD LOADS IN OLD-GROWTH AND NON-OLD-GROWTH MONTANE FORESTS
Abstract ID#: 227103

JACKSON, Karen J., Department of Geosciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80521, karen.jackson.j@gmail.com

PRELIMINARY ANALYSIS OF CRITICAL ZONE PROCESSES IN THE ALPINE ENVIRONMENT, UNCOMPAHGRE WATERSHED, SAN JUAN MOUNTAINS, CO: A STELLA MODELING APPROACH
Abstract ID#: 227651

GARCIA, Jessica M., High Alpine and Arctic Research Program (HAARP), Department of Geology and Geophysics, Texas A&M Univeristy, College Station, TX 77802, ksjmg49@yahoo.com, GIARDINO, John R., High Alpine and Arctic Research Program (HAARP), Department of Geology and Geophysics and Water Management and Hydrological Sci, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843-3115, and VITEK, John D., Department of Geology & Geophysics, Water Management & Hydrological Science Program, and High Alpine & Arctic Research Program, College Station, TX 77843

EROSION OF AN ACTIVE FAULT SCARP LEADS TO DRAINAGE CAPTURE IN THE AMAZON REGION, BRAZIL
Abstract ID#: 227773

VAL, Pedro F. A.¹, SILVA, CL², HARBOR, David J.³, MORALES, Norberto⁴, MAIA, T.T.², and AMARAL, F.R.², (1) Earth Sciences, Syracuse University, 204 Heroy Geology Laboratory, Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY 13244, pfval@syr.edu, (2) Departamento de Geologia, Universidade Federal do Amazonas, Manaus, 69077-000, Brazil, (3) Department of Geology, Washington and Lee University, Lexington, VA 24450, (4) Departamento de Geologia, Universidade Estadual de S�o Paulo, Rio Claro, 13506-900

PREDICTING STREAM TEMPERATURES FOR NATIVE FISH HABITAT MANAGEMENT IN WHITE RIVER NATIONAL FOREST, COLORADO
Abstract ID#: 227973

LAUREL, DeAnna J., Dept of Geosciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523-1482, dpatter85@gmail.com and WOHL, Ellen E., Department of Geosciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523-1482

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Geophysics/Tectonophysics/Seismology

Oral 7	Poster 0	Either 7	Total 15

Geophysics/Tectonophysics/Seismology Pool

Papers:

CHARACTERIZING FELT SEISMICITY DURING HYDRAULIC FRACTURE STIMULATIONS
Abstract ID#: 232124

BAIG, Adam, URBANCIC, Ted, and VIEGAS FERNANDES, Gisela, ESG, 20 hyperion court, Kingston, ON k7k7k2, Canada, adam.baig@esgsolutions.com

AN EVALUATION OF POSSIBLE SEISMICITY INDUCED BY DEEP WASTEWATER INJECTION IN OHIO: COMPARISONS BETWEEN ACTIVE WELLS AND THE 2011 YOUNGSTOWN EARTHQUAKE SEQUENCE
Abstract ID#: 232305

CURRIE, Brian S., GROPE, Christopher L., HOLTKAMP, Stephen G., and BRUDZINSKI, MIchael R., Department of Geology & Environmental Earth Science, Miami University, 114 Shideler Hall, Oxford, OH 45056, curriebs@miamioh.edu

A HAMMER AND A BETSY GUN: FIELD CAMP SUBSURFACE IMAGING IN THE WIND RIVER BASIN
Abstract ID#: 222865

BARQUERO-MOLINA, Miriam, Department of Geological Sciences, University of Missouri, 101 Geological Sciences Building, Columbia, MO 65211, barqueromolinam@missouri.edu, SANDVOL, Eric, Geological Sciences, University of Missouri, 101 Geological Sciences Bldg, Columbia, MO 65211, and BAUER, Robert L., Department of Geological Sciences, University of Missouri, 101 Geological Sciences Bldg, Columbia, MO 65211

ENHANCING RECOVERY IN SHALES THROUGH STIMULATION OF PRE-EXISTING FRACTURE NETWORKS
Abstract ID#: 231948

URBANCIC, Ted and BAIG, Adam, ESG, 20 hyperion court, Kingston, ON k7k7k2, Canada, urbancic@esg.ca

INTEGRATING MULTI-SCALE BOREHOLE-BASED GEOPHYSICAL MEASUREMENTS TO IMPROVE FORMATION UNDERSTANDING
Abstract ID#: 233385

LE CALVEZ, Joel, PRIMIERO, Paolo, and COUCH, Jason, Schlumberger, 1325 South Dairy Ashford, Houston, TX 77077, jcalvez2@slb.com

PRELIMINARY FINDINGS OF A RECENTLY DISCOVERED MESOZOIC RIFT BASIN CONCEALED BENEATH COASTAL PLAIN COVER, BERTIE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
Abstract ID#: 233443

POYTHRESS, C. Ryan, Dept.of Geological Sciences, East Carolina University, 101 Graham Building, E. 5th St, Greenville, NC 27858, poythressc99@students.ecu.edu and HORSMAN, Eric, Dept. of Geological Sciences, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27858

CONTRASTING LITHOSPHERIC-SCALE AND UPPER-CRUSTAL-SCALE ARCHITECTURE AND KINEMATICS OF THE TAIWAN ARC-CONTINENT COLLISION
Abstract ID#: 223258

CARENA, Sara¹, SUPPE, John², and WU, Yih-Min², (1) Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Geology, University of Munich, Luisenstr. 37, Munich, 80333, Germany, scarena@iaag.geo.uni-muenchen.de, (2) Department of Geosciences, National Taiwan University, No. 1, Sec. 4, Roosevelt Road, P.O. Box 13-318, Taipei, 10617, Taiwan

GEOMETRY OF THE SAN ANDREAS FAULT IN THE SALTON TROUGH AND ITS EFFECT ON SIMULATED SHAKING FOR A RUPTURE SIMILAR TO THAT OF THE GREAT CALIFORNIA SHAKEOUT OF 2008
Abstract ID#: 228214

FUIS, Gary S.¹, BAUER, Klaus², GRAVES, Robert³, AAGAARD, Brad¹, CATCHINGS, Rufus D.⁴, GOLDMAN, Mark R.¹, HOLE, John A.⁵, LANGENHEIM, V.E.⁶, RYBERG, Trond², and STOCK, Joann M.⁷, (1) Earthquake Hazards Team, U.S. Geological Survey, 345 Middlefield Rd, Menlo Park, CA 94025, fuis@usgs.gov, (2) GeoForschungsZentrum, Telegrafenberg, Potsdam, D-14473, Germany, (3) U.S. Geological Survey, Pasadena, CA 91125, (4) Earthquake Science Center, U.S. Geological Survey, 345 Middlefield Rd. MS 977, Menlo Park, CA 94025, (5) Geosciences, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, (6) U.S. Geological Survey, 345 Middlefield Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025, (7) Seismological Laboratory, California Institute of Technology, 1200 E California Blvd, MC 252-21, Pasadena, CA 91125

Break
Abstract ID#: 234511

AEROMAGNETIC 3D IMAGING OF TEMPORAL MAGNETIC ANOMALY CHANGES DETECTED BY A REPEAT AEROMAGNETIC SURVEY - AN EXAMPLE OF USU VOLCANO, HOKKAIDO JAPAN
Abstract ID#: 230111

OKUMA, Shigeo¹, NAKATSUKA, Tadashi¹, HASHIMOTO, Takeshi², UTSUGI, Mitsuru³, KANDA, Wataru⁴, and KOYAMA, Takao⁵, (1) Geophysics Group, Geological Survey of Japan, AIST, AIST Central 7, Higashi 1-1-1, Tsukuba, 305-8567, Japan, s.okuma@aist.go.jp, (2) Institute of Seismology and Volcanology, Hokkaido Univ, Kita 10 Nishi 8, Kita-ku, Sapporo, 060-0810, Japan, (3) Aso Volcanological Laboratory, Kyoto Univ, Kawayo 5280, Minamiaso-mura, Aso-gun, 869-1404, Japan, (4) Kusatsu-Shirane Volcano Observatory, Tokyo Institute of Technology, 641-36 Kusatsu, Agatsuma, 377-1711, Japan, (5) Earthquake Research Institute, Univ. of Tokyo, Yayoi 1-1-1, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, 113-0032, Japan

THE LUSI ERUPTION WAS NOT CAUSED BY AN EARTHQUAKE
Abstract ID#: 230345

MANGA, Michael, Earth and Planetary Science, Univ of California, 307 McCone, Berkeley, CA 94720-4767, manga@seismo.berkeley.edu, RUDOLPH, Maxwell L., Dept of Earth and Planet Sci, University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, CA 94720-4767, TINGAY, M., Adelaide, 5005, Australia, DAVIES, Richard, Department of Earth Sciences, University of Durham, Durham, United Kingdom, and WANG, Chi-yuen, Earth and Planetary Science, University of California at Berkeley, McCone Hall, Berkeley, CA 94720

THE ROLE OF DEEP CRUSTAL FAULTS ON DEFORMATION PATTERN IN EGHLID-DEH BID REGION AND SEISMOTECTONIC IMPLICATIONS FOR THE SANANDAJ-SIRJAN ZONE
Abstract ID#: 219955

BARJASTEH, Arash, Dam & Power Plant Development, Khuzestan Water & Power Authority (KWPA), Golestan Road, Ahvaz 61335-137 Iran, barjasteh@hotmail.com

CRUST AND UPPER MANTLE STRUCTURES OF THE MAKRAN SUBDUCTION ZONE IN SOUTH-EAST IRAN BY SEISMIC AMBIENT NOISE TOMOGRAPHY
Abstract ID#: 224518

ABDETEDAL, Mahsa, Institute of Geophysics, University of Tehran, North Kargar Ave, Tehran, 14155-6466, Iran, mahsa.etedal@gmail.com, SHOMALI, Hossein Sr, Earth Sciences, Geophysics, Villav�gen 16, Uppsala, 75236, Sweden, and GHEITANCHI, Mohammad, Tehran, 6971746669, Iran

EVALUATION OF GROUNDWATER POTENTIAL USING ELECTRICAL RESISTIVITY METHOD IN SOUTHWESTERN, NIGERIA: A CASE STUDY OF OKENUGBO, AGO-IWOYE
Abstract ID#: 230546

OLADUNJOYE, Hamid Titilope¹, ODUNAIKE, R.K.¹, and LAWAL, Hammed A.², (1) Department Of Physics, OLABISI ONABANJO UNIVERSITY, Ago-Iwoye, 23437, Nigeria, oladunjoye.hamid@gmail.com, (2) Department Of Physics, University of Leicester, University Road, Leicester, le1 7rh, United Kingdom

THE 11^TH SEPTEMBER 2009 M_L 4.5 EARTHQUAKE AND ITS IMPLICATIONS FOR REGIONAL TECTONICS IN SOUTHERN NIGERIA
Abstract ID#: 220426

ADEPELUMI, Adekunle Abraham, Department of Geology, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State 220002 Nigeria, adepelumi@gmail.com

Oral 10	Poster 0	Either 1	Total 11

Geoscience Education

Papers:

BENEFITS AND STRATEGIES: IMPLEMENTING PLANETARY GEOSCIENCE IN GEOLOGY 101
Abstract ID#: 225294

GREGG, Tracy K.P., Department of Geology, University at Buffalo, State University of New York, 411 Cooke Hall, Buffalo, NY 14260, tgregg@buffalo.edu

PLANETARY SCIENCE EDUCATION IN THE CLASSROOM: HISTORY AND PRESENT CHALLENGES
Abstract ID#: 229374

ANDERSON, Steven W., MAST Institute and the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO 80639, steven.anderson@unco.edu

TELESCOPIC TOPICS: STUDENT-CREATED RADIO PODCASTS IN A GENERAL EDUCATION, PLANETARY SCIENCE CLASS
Abstract ID#: 230059

KRAAL, Erin, Department of Physical Science, Kutztown University, 425 Boehm, P.O. Box 730, Kutztown, PA 19530, kraal@kutztown.edu and REGENSBURGER, Micheal, Kutztown University Radio (KUR) Station, Kutztown University, P.O. Box 730, Kutztown, PA 19530

THE IMPACT OF MARS EXPLORATION ON TEACHING, OUTREACH, AND STUDENT EDUCATION: A DECADE OF EDUCATION AND PUBLIC OUTREACH AT THE NEW MEXICO MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY & SCIENCE USING THE MARS EXPLORATION ROVER MISSION
Abstract ID#: 232782

AUBELE, Jayne C., New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, 1801 Mountain Road NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, Jayne.Aubele@state.nm.us and CRUMPLER, L.S., New Mexico Museum of Nat History and Sci, 1801 Mountain Rd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104

VISUALIZING PLANETARY GEOLOGY: GIGAPANS AND GOOGLE EARTH/MARS
Abstract ID#: 233554

PIATEK, Jennifer L., Dept. of Physics and Earth Sciences, Central Connecticut State University, 1615 Stanley St, New Britain, CT 06050, piatekjel@ccsu.edu

OUTCROPS OF NEOGENE ALLUVIAL FAN DEPOSITS IN THE ASU AREA, TEMPE, ARIZONA, AND THEIR APPLICATION TO TEACHING ABOUT THE MSL MISSION, MARS
Abstract ID#: 233684

BURT, Donald M. and KNAUTH, L. Paul, School of Earth and Space Exploration, Arizona State University, Box 871404, Tempe, AZ 85287-1404, dmburt@asu.edu

I CAN TEACH THAT! IDENTIFYING FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE SCIENCE TEACHING SELF-EFFICACY IN PRE-SERVICE ELEMENTARY TEACHERS
Abstract ID#: 225945

GRAY, Kyle, Earth Sciences, University of Northern Iowa, Latham Hall, Room 114, Cedar Falls, IA 50614, kyle.gray@uni.edu

TEACHING IS BELIEVING: PEDAGOGICAL BELIEFS, PRACTICES, AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Abstract ID#: 226630

RYKER, Katherine¹, MCCONNELL, David², BRUCKNER, Monica Z.³, IVERSON, Ellen³, and MANDUCA, Cathryn³, (1) Marine, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27695, kdalmqui@ncsu.edu, (2) Marine, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27695, (3) Science Education Resource Center, Carleton College, 1 North College Street, Northfield, MN 55057

WHAT MOTIVATES INTRODUCTORY GEOLOGY STUDENTS? A QUALITATIVE ANALYSIS OF STUDENT INTERVIEWS FROM MULTIPLE INSTITUTIONS ACROSS THE U.S
Abstract ID#: 228593

LUKES, Laura A., Marine, Earth, & Atmospheric Sciences, North Carolina State University, 2800 Faucette Dr, 1125 Jordan Hall; NCSU, Raleigh, NC 27695, lalukes@ncsu.edu and MCCONNELL, David, Marine, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27695

DRAW-A-GEOLOGIST: INSIGHT INTO STUDENT PRECONCEPTIONS
Abstract ID#: 231047

LEE, Charlotte I., Geological Sciences, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48823, leechar3@msu.edu and LIBARKIN, Julie C., Department of Geological Sciences, Michigan State University, 288 Farm Ln, 206 Natural Science Building, East Lansing, MI 48824-1115

WHAT WOULD CHAMBERLIN THINK? EXPERTS MAP WITHOUT MULTIPLE WORKING HYPOTHESES
Abstract ID#: 233178

CALLAHAN, Caitlin N., Department of Geological Sciences, CREATE for STEM Institute for Research on Mathematics and Science Education, Michigan State University, 288 Farm Lane, 206 Natural Science, East Lansing, MI 48824, caitlin.n.callahan@wmich.edu, PETCOVIC, Heather L., Department of Geosciences and The Mallinson Institute for Science Education, Western Michigan University, 1903 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5241, LIBARKIN, Julie, Geocognition Research Laboratory, Michigan State University, Department of Geological Sciences, 288 Farm Lane, 206 Natural Science, East Lansing, MI 48824, and BAKER, Kathleen M., Department of Geography, Western Michigan University, 3238 Wood Hall, Kalamazoo, MI 49008

Oral 0	Poster 18	Either 0	Total 18

Geoscience Education (Posters)

Papers:

IMPLEMENTATION OF THE MATH YOU NEED AT BAYLOR UNIVERSITY: IMPROVING QUANTITATIVE SKILLS IN AN INTRODUCTORY GEOLOGY LAB COURSE
Abstract ID#: 226389

BROWNING, Sharon, Geology, Baylor University, One Bear Place # 97354, Waco, TX 76798, Sharon_Browning@baylor.edu

USING THE-MATH-YOU-NEED MODULES IN A GENERAL EDUCATION, OCEANOGRAPHY COURSE
Abstract ID#: 227853

BOROWSKI, Walter S., Department of Geography and Geology, Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, KY 40475, w.borowski@eku.edu, BAER, Eric M.D., Geology, Highline Community College, Des Moines, WA 98198, and WENNER, Jennifer M., Geology Department, Univ of Wisconsin Oshkosh, Oshkosh, WI 54901

SUCCESSFUL MATHEMATICS PREPARATION FOR UNDERGRADUATE GEOSCIENCE COURSES USING THE MATH YOU NEED, WHEN YOU NEED IT ACROSS DOZENS OF COURSES AND INSTITUTIONS
Abstract ID#: 228500

WENNER, Jennifer M., Geology Department, Univ of Wisconsin Oshkosh, Oshkosh, WI 54901, wenner@uwosh.edu, BAER, Eric M.D., Geology, Highline Community College, Des Moines, WA 98198, and BURN, Helen E., Mathematics Department, Highline Community College, 2400 S. 240th Street, Des Moines, WA 98198-9800

IMPLEMENTING THE MATH YOU NEED, WHEN YOU NEED IT: AN EFFECTIVE STRATEGY TO SUPPORT UNDERPREPARED STUDENTS IN INTRODUCTORY GEOSCIENCE COURSES
Abstract ID#: 233913

GORDON, Elizabeth S., GeoPhysical Sciences, Fitchburg State University, 160 Pearl Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420, egordon3@fitchburgstate.edu

PROMOTING MATH SKILLS FOR LABORATORY EXERCISES: USING “THE MATH YOU NEED, WHEN YOU NEED IT” IN AN INTRODUCTORY GEOLOGY COURSE
Abstract ID#: 234111

MARTON, F.C., Department of Physical Sciences, Bergen Community College, 400 Paramus Rd, Paramus, NJ 07652, fmarton@bergen.edu

ENHANCING QUANTITATIVE SKILLS TO IMPROVE STUDENT SUCCESS IN HISTORICAL GEOLOGY AT WEST CHESTER UNIVERSITY USING THE MATH YOU NEED, WHEN YOU NEED IT (TMYN)
Abstract ID#: 230276

BUSCH, Richard M., Department of Geology & Astronomy, West Chester University of Pennsylvania, West Chester, PA 19383, rbusch@wcupa.edu

ADDRESSING MATH PREPAREDNESS IN ONLINE GENERAL EDUCATION GEOSCIENCE COURSES THROUGH IMPLEMENTATION OF THE MATH YOU NEED, WHEN YOU NEED IT
Abstract ID#: 228465

JERDE, Eric A., Earth & Space Sciences, Morehead State University, 235 Martindale Drive, Morehead, KY 40351, e.jerde@moreheadstate.edu

BUILDING QUANTITATIVE SKILLS IN THE GEOSCIENCES: AN EXAMPLE FROM UNDERGRADUATE PHYSICAL HYDROLOGY
Abstract ID#: 233540

FREDRICK, Kyle C., Earth Sciences, California University of Pennsylvania, 250 University Avenue, Campus Box 55, California, PA 15419, fredrick@calu.edu

UTILIZING DOT GRIDS TO MEASURE AREAL CHANGE: REMOTE SENSING OUTREACH
Abstract ID#: 222855

MOHLER, Robert R.J., Civil Programs/Bioastronautics, Lockheed Martin Mission Services, P.O. Box 58487, Houston, TX 77058, robert.mohler@lmco.com and WILKINSON, M. Justin, Jacobs Engineering, NASA/Johnson Space Center, P.O. Box 58447, Houston, TX 77058

HOW WELL DO COLLEGE STUDENTS WITH LITTLE TO NO GEOSCIENCE EXPERIENCE IDENTIFY AND UNDERSTAND THE FORMATION OF LANDSCAPES?
Abstract ID#: 226817

EVANS, Nadine, Department of Geosciences, University of Rhode Island, 9 East Alumni Avenue, Woodward Hall, Kingston, RI 02881, nevans1@my.uri.edu, KORTZ, Karen M., Physics Department, Community College of Rhode Island, 1762 Louisquisset Pike, Lincoln, RI 02865, and CARDACE, Dawn, Department of Geosciences, University of Rhode Island, 9 East Alumni Avenue, Woodward Hall, Kingston, RI 02881

EVIDENCE FOR INCREASE IN SPATIAL VISUALIZATION SKILLS AS A RESULT OF GEOLOGICAL FIELD INSTRUCTION
Abstract ID#: 231419

VAN BOENING, Angela, Department of Geology and Geophysics, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77840, AMVPN6@neo.tamu.edu and RIGGS, Eric M., College of Geosciences, Texas A&M University, Room 202, Eller O&M Building, MS 3148 TAMU, College Station, TX 77843

THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY OF DISCIPLINE BASED EDUCATION RESEARCH AND ITS IMPACT ON THE WRITING SKILLS OF STUDENTS IN A GRADUATE GEOSCIENCE EDUCATION COURSE
Abstract ID#: 228617

CHAPMAN, LeeAnna Young, Marine, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27695, ltyoung@ncsu.edu and MCCONNELL, David, Marine, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27695

ASSESSING THE READABILITY OF GEOSCIENCE TEXTBOOKS, LABORATORY MANUALS, AND SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS
Abstract ID#: 231700

HIPPENSTEEL, Scott, Department of Geography and Earth Sciences, Univ of North Carolina at Charlotte, 9201 University City Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28223-0001, shippens@uncc.edu

USING THE ON THE CUTTING EDGE RTOP INSTRUMENT TO CHARACTERIZE HOW GEOSCIENCE IS TAUGHT
Abstract ID#: 225409

BRUCKNER, Monica Z.¹, IVERSON, Ellen¹, MANDUCA, Cathryn A.², MCCONNELL, David A.³, BARTLEY, Julie K.⁴, FARTHING, Dori J.⁵, TEASDALE, Rachel⁶, and VISKUPIC, Karen⁷, (1) Science Education Resource Center, Carleton College, 1 North College Street, Northfield, MN 55057, mbruckne@carleton.edu, (2) Science Education Resource Center, Carleton College, Northfield, MN 55057, (3) Marine, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27695, (4) Geology Department, Gustavus Adolphus College, St. Peter, MN 56082, (5) Geological Sciences, SUNY-Geneseo, Geneseo, NY 14454, (6) Geological & Environmental Sciences, CSU Chico, Chico, CA 95929-0205, (7) Geosciences, Boise State University, Boise, ID 83725

TEACHING PALEONTOLOGY AND PALEOECOLOGY IN A PROBLEM BASED LEARNING FORMAT
Abstract ID#: 228405

MONTGOMERY, Homer, Science Education, Univ of Texas at Dallas, P.O. Box 830688, Richardson, TX 75083, mont@utdallas.edu and DONALDSON, Katherine, Science Education, Univ of Texas at Dallas, P.O. Box 830688, Richardson, TX 75080

"LIVING WITH VOLCANOES": GEOARCHAEOLOGY IN THE HIGH SCHOOL CLASSROOM
Abstract ID#: 224945

JOLLEY, Alison and AYALA, Gianna, Department of Archaeology, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, S1 4ET, United Kingdom, alisonjolley@gmail.com

USING EXTRATERRESTRIAL ACTIVITIES IN THE PHYSICAL GEOLOGY CLASSROOM TO ENCOURAGE CRITICAL THINKING
Abstract ID#: 232690

SELVANS, Michelle M., Center for Earth and Planetary Studies, National Air and Space Museum, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC 20560, selvansm@si.edu, GREGG, Tracy K.P., Department of Geology, University at Buffalo, State University of New York, 411 Cooke Hall, Buffalo, NY 14260, and KRAAL, Erin, Department of Physical Science, Kutztown University, 425 Boehm, P.O. Box 730, Kutztown, PA 19530

PROBING THE INTERIOR OF A PLANET: THE MARS INSIGHT MISSION
Abstract ID#: 233774

BRAVO, Tammy K.¹, WESSEN, Alice², TABER, John¹, DE GROOT, Robert³, and MCQUILLAN, Patrick James¹, (1) IRIS, 1200 New York Ave. NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20005, tkb@iris.edu, (2) NASA, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena, CA 91109, (3) Southern California Earthquake Center, University of Southern California 3651 Trousdale Parkway, Ste. 169, Los Angeles, CA 90089-0742

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Geoscience Education Pool

Oral 2	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 2

Geoscience Information/Communication Pool

Papers:

SHARE AND SHARE ALIKE: USING WIKIMEDIA COMMONS TO DISSEMINATE GEOPHOTOGRAPHY
Abstract ID#: 228066

RYGEL, Michael C., Department of Geology, State University of New York, College at Potsdam, 44 Pierrepont Ave, Potsdam, NY 13676, rygelmc@potsdam.edu

ENGAGING PRACTISING GEOSCIENTISTS IN THE DEVELOPMENT, IMPROVEMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF A NATIONAL 3D GEOLOGICAL MODEL
Abstract ID#: 230500

KESSLER, Holger¹, DEARDEN, Rachel², and WOOD, Ben¹, (1) British Geological Survey, Kingsley Dunham Centre, Keyworth, Nottingham, NG12 5GG, United Kingdom, hke@bgs.ac.uk, (2) British Geological Survey, Environmental Science Centre, Keyworth, Nottingham NG12 5GG, Nottingham, NG12 5GG, United Kingdom

Oral 5	Poster 1	Either 0	Total 6

History and Philosophy of Geology: Philosophical Issues, Historical Conflicts, and Contributing Geologists

Papers:

STUMBLING BLOCKS TO THE ACCEPTANCE OF IDEAS: BONE MINERAL AS A CASE STUDY
Abstract ID#: 224754

PASTERIS, Jill Dill, Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, Washington University in St. Louis, 1 Brookings Dr., CB 1169, St. Louis, MO 63130-4899, PASTERIS@LEVEE.WUSTL.EDU and YODER, Claude H., Department of Chemistry, Franklin and Marshall College, Lancaster, PA 17603

THE MECHANICAL CLOCK, THE QUANTIFICATION OF TIME, AND THE AGE OF THE EARTH
Abstract ID#: 232773

LESTER, Alan, Dept. of Geological Sciences, University of Colorado, UCB 399, Boulder, CO 80309, alan.lester@colorado.edu

THE GREAT DIAMOND HOAX OF 1872 REVISITED
Abstract ID#: 227364

PFANNKUCH, Hans-Olaf, Earth Sciences, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, 310 Pillsbury Dr. S.E, Minneapolis, MN 55455, h2olafpf@umn.edu

THE “MISFIT’S” STORY: JAMES PETIGRU CARSON’S PERSONAL JOURNAL FROM FERDINAND V. HAYDEN’S 1868 GEOLOGIC SURVEY OF THE WYOMING TERRITORY
Abstract ID#: 224354

DEIBERT, Jack E., Geosciences, Austin Peay State University, P.O. Box 4418, Clarksville, TN 37044 and BREITHAUPT, Brent H., Wyoming State Office, Bureau of Land Management, Cheyenne, WY 82003, Brent_Breithaupt@blm.gov

GEORGES MATHERON – A PIONEER IN THE FIELD OF GEOSTATISTICS
Abstract ID#: 232741

BINGLE-DAVIS, Michael, Blackstone & Associates, Casper, WY 82609, mikebingledavis@gmail.com and BINGLE-DAVIS, Marron, Sunshine Valley Petroleum Corporation, Casper, WY 82605

EDUARD SUESS, ARTIFICIAL GROUND, AND THE ANTHROPOCENE-ANTHROPOGENE-TECHNOGENE
Abstract ID#: 234030

DORSCH, Joachim, Physical Sciences, St. Louis Community College at Meramec, 11333 Big Bend Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63122-5799, jdorsch@stlcc.edu

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Hydrogeology (Posters)

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Hydrogeology I

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Hydrogeology II

Oral 17	Poster 25	Either 7	Total 49

Hydrogeology Pool

Papers:

NATURE AND EXTENT OF VADOSE ZONE CONTAMINATION AND REMEDIAL APPROACHES AT THE HANFORD FEDERAL FACILITY, WASHINGTON
Abstract ID#: 226476

GOSWAMI, Dibakar, UZIEMBLO, Nancy, and WHALEN, Cheryl, Nuclear Waste Program, Washington State Department of Ecology, Richland, WA 99354, dgos461@ecy.wa.gov

REACTIVE TRANSPORT MODELING OF CARBONATE AND SILICICLASTIC DIAGENESIS AND RESERVOIR QUALITY PREDICTION
Abstract ID#: 226523

XIAO, Yitian, ExxonMobil Upstream Research Company, Houston, TX 77252, yitian.xiao@exxonmobil.com and JONES, Gareth D., ExxonMobil Exploration Company, Houston, TX 77060

REDOX REACTIONS DURING ARSENITE ADSORPTION ON FERRIHYDRITE
Abstract ID#: 227759

GUO, Huaming¹, ZHOU, Xiaoqian¹, XIU, Wei¹, and WANTY, Richard B.², (1) School of Water Resources and Environment, China University of Geosciences (Beijing), Xueyuan Road 29, Haidian District, Beijing, 100083, China, hmguo@cugb.edu.cn, (2) U.S. Geological Survey, Box 25046, Denver Federal Center, Denver, CO 80225

AVERAGING HYDRAULIC PROPERTIES FOR EVAPORATION IN HETEROGENEOUS SOILS
Abstract ID#: 228651

SUN, Dongmin, Environmental Science, University of Houston, Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area BLVD, mail #39, Houston, TX 77058, sundon@uhcl.edu and ZHU, Jianting, Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering, University of Wyoming, 1000 E. University Ave, Laramie, WY 82071

IDENTIFYING SOURCES OF RAPID SALINIZATION IN A LOCAL GROUNDWATER SYSTEM USING GEOCHEMISTRY AND GEOPHYSICS: THE ROLE OF PETROLEUM PRODUCTION AND OTHER SITE-SPECIFIC SOURCE INFLUENCES
Abstract ID#: 229828

URBANSKI, Tara L., LI, Wo-Man, and BRIKOWSKI, Tom, Geosciences, Univ. of Texas at Dallas, 800 W. Campbell Rd, Richardson, TX 75080, tlg101020@utdallas.edu

THE SOIL TREATMENT UNIT MODEL (STUMOD); A USER FRIENDLY TOOL FOR EVALUATING AND DESIGNING ONSITE WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEMS
Abstract ID#: 230128

TONSBERG, Cliff S., Civil and Environmental Engineering, Colorado School of Mines, 1500 Illinois St, Golden, CO 80401, ctonsber@mines.edu, GEZA, Mengistu, Civil & Environmental Engineering, Colorado School of Mines, 1500 Illinois Street, Golden, CO 80401, LOWE, Kathryn, Civil & Environmental Engineering, Colorado School of Mines, 1500 Illinois St, Golden, CO 80401, and MCCRAY, John E., Civil and Environmental Engineering, Colorado School of Mines, 1500 Illinois Street, Golden, CO 80401

COUPLED DEFORMATION AND FLOW MODELING IN THE STUDY OF INDUCED SEISMICITY:  AN EXAMPLE FROM THE PARADOX BASIN, COLORADO
Abstract ID#: 231835

ROELOFFS, Evelyn, U.S. Geological Survey, Vancouver, WA 98693, evelynr@usgs.gov and DENLINGER, Roger, Cascades Volcano Observatory, USGS, 1300 SE Cardinal Ct., #100, Vancouver, WA 98683

REPLACING OR AUGMENTING "PAPER" LABORATORY EXERCISES WITH LABORATORY/FIELD EXPERIENCE
Abstract ID#: 231899

ENRIGHT, Richard L.C., Earth Sciences, Bridgewater State College, Bridgewater, MA 02325, ENRIGHT@bridgew.edu

HYDROGEOLOGIC CONTROLS ON PORE-PRESSURE PROPAGATION FROM INJECTION WELLS: IMPLICATIONS FOR INDUCED SEISMICITY
Abstract ID#: 232907

WEINGARTEN, Matthew and GE, Shemin, Geological Sciences, University of Colorado at Boulder, 399 UCB, Boulder, CO 80309, matthew.weingarten@colorado.edu

EXTENDING THE CONVENTIONAL HYDRAULIC FUNCTIONS TO CONDITIONS FROM OVEN-DRY TO FULL SATURATION
Abstract ID#: 233008

ZHANG, Zhuanfang F., Earth Systems Science Division/Hydrology Group, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, 902 Battelle Boulevard, Richland, WA 99352, fred.zhang@pnnl.gov

PLUME-SCALE ASSESSMENT OF INORGANIC NITROGEN TRANSPORT AND ATTENUATION IN A TREATED-WASTEWATER PLUME, CAPE COD, MASSACHUSETTS
Abstract ID#: 233419

BARBARO, Jeffrey R., U.S. Geological Survey, 10 Bearfoot Road, Northborough, MA 01532, jrbarbar@usgs.gov and LEBLANC, Denis R., U.S. Geological Survey, 10 Bearfoot Road, Northborough, MA 01532

DETERMINING GEOCHEMICAL AND INITIAL BIODEGRADATION RESPONSE TO DRILLING FLUID SOUTH MCMURDO SOUND, ANTARCTICA
Abstract ID#: 230815

GREER, Andrea Xamplas, RAIMONDI, Ellen L., and LENCZEWSKI, Melissa, Department of Geology and Environmental Geosciences, Northern Illinois University, Davis Hall 312, DeKalb, IL 60115, andreagreer13@gmail.com

EVALUATION OF HETEROTROPHY IN IN SERPENTINITE-ASSOCIATED WATERS FROM THE COAST RANGE OPHIOLITE, NORTHERN CALIFORNIA, USA
Abstract ID#: 231562

SCOTT, Tabetha Juliann, Geosciences, University of Rhode Island, P.O. Box44, West Kingston, RI 02892, tjscott22@gmail.com, HOEHLER, Tori M., Exobiology Branch, NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CA 94035, MCCOLLOM, Tom M., Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics, University of Colorado, 1234 Innovation Drive, Boulder, CO 80309, SCHRENK, Matthew O., Biology, East Carolina University, MS 551, Greenville, NC 27858, and CARDACE, Dawn, Department of Geosciences, University of Rhode Island, 9 East Alumni Avenue, Woodward Hall, Kingston, RI 02881

GEOMICROBIOLOGICAL AND MINERALOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF IRON-OXIDE SLUDGE ASSOCIATED WITH ABANDONED MINE DRAINAGE FROM THE OAK HILL BOREHOLES IN EASTERN PENNSYLVANIA
Abstract ID#: 231751

KLINGES, Julia Grace, Department of Geology, Bryn Mawr College, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010, jklinges@haverford.edu, CRAVOTTA, Charles A. III, Pennsylvania Water Science Center, U.S. Geological Survey, 215 Limekiln Rd, New Cumberland, PA 17070, and BURROWS, Jill E., Earth and Environmental Sciences, Lehigh University, 1 W Packer Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18015

DEMONSTRATION OF NEGLIGIBLE CONTRIBUTIONS OF MELT WATER FROM ROCK GLACIERS TO WATER SUPPLY IN FOUR CENTRAL ANDEAN WATERSHEDS, SAN JUAN PROVINCE, ARGENTINA
Abstract ID#: 231763

BURKHART, Patrick, Geography, Geology, and Environment, Slippery Rock University, 335 ATS, Slippery Rock, PA 16057, GEISLER, Ethan, Department of Geosciences, Boise State University, Boise, ID 16038, ethangeisler@u.boisestate.edu, MEGLIOLI, Andres, Denver, CO 80111, and EVENSON, Edward B., Earth and Environmental Sciences, Lehigh University, 1 West Packer Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18015

INVESTIGATION OF NITRATE AND SELENIUM SOURCES IN MALIBU CREEK WATERSHED, EMPHASIZING A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF TWO MAJOR CREEKS: LAS VIRGENES & MEDEA CREEK
Abstract ID#: 225549

WONG K, Yola, Department of Geosciences and Environment, California State University, Los Angeles, 5151 State University Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90032, yola_wongk@yahoo.com, KUEPPER, Kathleen, Geological Sciences, California State University, Los Angeles, 5151 State University Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90032, and HIBBS, Barry J., Geological Sciences, California State University, Los Angeles, 5151 State University Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90032

SOLUTE AGE AS A TOOL FOR ASSESSING AQUIFER VULNERABILITY
Abstract ID#: 226420

LARBKICH, Warangkana, Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering, University of Colorado, 1111 Engineering Dr, UCB 428, Boulder, CO 80309, warangkana.larbkich@colorado.edu and NEUPAUER, Roseanna M., Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering, University of Colorado, 1111 Engineering Dr, ECOT 441, UCB 428, Boulder, CO 80309

USING MULTI-PARAMETER RUNOFF ELASTICITY TO DISCERN LOCAL PARAMETER IMPACTS ON WATER SUPPLY UNDER A CHANGING CLIMATE
Abstract ID#: 228770

BRIKOWSKI, Tom H., Geosciences, The University of Texas at Dallas, 800 W. Campbell Rd, Richardson, TX 75080-3021, brikowski@utdallas.edu

HOW RESILIENT ARE VEGETATION COMMUNITIES TO CLIMATE CHANGE AT THE CIHA FEN (JOHNSON COUNTY, IA, USA)
Abstract ID#: 231806

EVEN, Matthew J.¹, WARD, Adam S.¹, BETTIS, E. Arthur III¹, and LOWRY, Christopher S.², (1) Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Iowa, 121 Trowbridge Hall, Iowa City, IA 52242, matthew-even@uiowa.edu, (2) Department of Geology, University at Buffalo, 411 Cooke Hall, Buffalo, NY 14260

UTILIZING GEOPOLYMERS AS CONTROL-RELEASE MECHANISMS FOR OXIDANT DELIVERY
Abstract ID#: 232045

COTTER, Zachary MK, SOLPUKER, Utku, and SCHWARTZ, F.W., School of Earth Sciences, The Ohio State University, 125 S. Oval Mall, Columbus, OH 43210, Cotter.66@buckeyemail.osu.edu

A RAPID, HIGH DENSITY APPROACH FOR THE ASSESSMENT OF NITRATE IN MINNESOTA PRIVATE WELLS
Abstract ID#: 232336

KAISER, Kimberly A., MONTGOMERY, Bruce, and FELIX-GERTH, Annie, Minnesota Department of Agriculture, 625 Robert Street North, St. Paul, MN 55155, kimberly.kaiser@state.mn.us

SUSPENDED AND DISSOLVED SEDIMENT TRANSPORT DYNAMICS IN TWO AGRICULTURALLY DOMINATED WATERSHEDS, MCLEAN COUNTY, IL
Abstract ID#: 232393

HANNA, Laura¹, PETERSON, Eric W.², O'REILLY, Catherine¹, and TWAIT, Richard³, (1) Geography-Geology, Illinois State University, Campus Box 4400, Normal, IL 61790, lhanna@ilstu.edu, (2) Department of Geography-Geology, Illinois State University, Department of Geography-Geology, Campus Box 4400, Normal, IL 61704, (3) City of Bloomington, 25515 Waterside Way, Hudson, IL 61748

A SEMI-EMPIRICAL ANALYTICAL MODEL FOR DESIGNING AN AQUIFER DEPRESSURIZATION SYSTEM
Abstract ID#: 232608

PAPADOPULOS, Stavros S., COHEN, Harvey A., and KHAMBHAMMETTU, Prashanth, S S Papadopulos & Associates, Inc, 7944 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814-3620, hcohen@sspa.com

EFFECTS OF SLUG SIZE ON CALCULATED HYDRAULIC CONDUCTIVITY VALUES USING FOUR ANALYSIS METHODS
Abstract ID#: 232912

ALFAIFI, Hussain J., Geosciences, Western Michigan University, 4129 Chelten Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49006, hussainjaber.a.alfaifi@wmich.edu and HAMPTON, Duane R., Dept. of Geosciences, Western Michigan University, 1903 W. Michigan Avenue, MS 5241, Kalamazoo, MI 49008

EXAMINING THE SPATIAL DISTRIBUTION OF DENITRIFICATION IN THE UPPER FLORIDAN AQUIFER USING AQUIFER GEOCHEMISTRY AND ISOTOPES OF NITRATE
Abstract ID#: 233199

HENSON, Wesley R., U.S. Geological Survey, Nevada Water Science Center, 2730 N. Deer Run Rd, Carson City, NV 89701, whenson@usgs.gov, COHEN, Matthew J., School of Forest Resources and Conservation, University of Florida, 328 Newins-Ziegler Hall, PO Box 110410, Gainesville, FL 32611-0410, and GRAHAM, Wendy D., University of Florida, 570 Weil Hall, PO Box 116601, Gainesville, FL 32611

GEOCHEMICAL FACTORS CONTROLLING THE CHEMISTRY OF TALKHAB WATERSHED: USING PHREEQC AND HIERARCHICAL CLUSTER ANALYSIS
Abstract ID#: 233338

RAFIGHDOUST, Yasaman¹, ECKSTEIN, Yoram², MOUSSAVI-HARAMI, Reza¹, MAHMOUDI GHARAEI, Mohammad Hossein¹, and MAHBOUBI, Asadollah¹, (1) Geology, Ferdowsi university of Mashhad, department of Geology, Ferdowsi university of Mashhad, Iran, Mashhad, Iran, yrafighdoust_gst@kent.edu, (2) Department of Geology, Kent State University, McGilvrey Hall, Kent, OH 44242

USING MULTIPLE LOGISTIC REGRESSION AND ARTIFICIAL NEURAL NETWORK MODELS TO PREDICT ELEVATED BACTERIA CONCENCTRATIONS IN NATURAL WATERS
Abstract ID#: 233381

ALDRIDGE, Vaden J. and WARD, James W., Physics and Geosciences, Angelo State University, ASU Station #10904, San Angelo, TX 76909-0904, vja26@nau.edu

METAL ION CONCENTRATION IN LOCAL WATERSHEDS, BLOOMINGTON ILLINOIS
Abstract ID#: 233424

MEINZER, Evan Randolph¹, HANNA, Laura², O'REILLY, Catherine², SUGANO, Laura Lynn³, and TWAIT, Richard⁴, (1) Geology, Illinois State University, Campus Box 4400, Illinois State University, Normal, IL 61790, ermeinz@ilstu.edu, (2) Geography-Geology, Illinois State University, Campus Box 4400, Normal, IL 61790, (3) Geology, Illinois State University, Campus Box 4400, Illinois State University, Normal, IL 61790-4400, (4) City of Bloomington, 25515 Waterside Way, Hudson, IL 61748

THUNDER VALLEY 100-YEAR FLOOD PLAIN PROJECT
Abstract ID#: 233548

ZEPHIER, Willis and BROKEN LEG, Brian, Math and Science, Oglala Lakota College, 490 Piya Wiconi Rd, Kyle, SD 57752, wzephier14365@olc.edu

EFFECTS OF CYANOBACTERIA ON LAKE BLOOMINGTON AND EVERGREEN LAKE
Abstract ID#: 233592

MEYERS, Matthew D., Geography- Geology, Illinois State University, 1721 Putnam Ave, Apt 8, Normal, IL 61761, mdmeyer@ilstu.edu and O'REILLY, Catherine, Geography-Geology, Illinois State University, Campus Box 4400, Normal, IL 61790

PHOSPHORUS CONCENTRATIONS IN SIX MILE CREEK, MCLEAN COUNTY, IL
Abstract ID#: 233644

SUGANO, Laura Lynn¹, HANNA, Laura², MEINZER, Evan Randolph³, TWAIT, Richard⁴, and O'REILLY, Catherine², (1) Geology, Illinois State University, Campus Box 4400, Illinois State University, Normal, IL 61790-4400, llsugan@ilstu.edu, (2) Geography-Geology, Illinois State University, Campus Box 4400, Normal, IL 61790, (3) Geology, Illinois State University, Campus Box 4400, Illinois State University, Normal, IL 61761-4400, (4) City of Bloomington, 25515 Waterside Way, Hudson, IL 61748

EFFECT OF FLOW RATE ON BIOLOGICAL AND CHEMICAL CLOGGING PROCESSES IN SMALL-DIAMETER AQUIFER STORAGE AND RECOVERY INJECTION WELLS
Abstract ID#: 234052

THOMPSON, Angela R., Department of Geology, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS 66044, arthompson@ku.edu, STOTLER, Randy L., Department of Geology, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS 66045, and LIU, Gaisheng, Kansas Geological Survey, Univ of Kansas, 1930 Constant Avenue, Campus West, Lawrence, KS 66047

DELINEATION OF SUBMARINE GROUNDWATER DISCHARGE ZONES IN A MICRO-TIDAL COAST OF THE BAY OF BENGAL BY THERMAL IMAGING AND HYDROGEOCHEMISTRY
Abstract ID#: 234071

DEBNATH, Palash¹, MUKHERJEE, Abhijit², and SINGH, Hemant Kumar¹, (1) Geology and Geophysics, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, Department of Geology and Geophysics, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, Kharagpur, West Bengal, India, Kharagpur, 721302, India, palashdeb.d@gmail.com, (2) Department of Geology and Geophysics, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kharagpur, 721302, India

AQUIFER VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT USING GIS AND DRASTIC APPROACH: THE NILE VALLEY AQUIFER, ASSIUT GOVERNORATE, EGYPT
Abstract ID#: 222283

SEFELNASR, Ahmed Sr, Geology Department, Assiut University, Geology Department, Faculty of Science, Assiut University, Assiut 71516 Egypt, ahmed.sefelnasr@science.au.edu.eg

APPLICATION OF HIGH-RESOLUTION 2D LANDSTREAMER VIBROSEIS IN MAPPING OF SAND-RICH MIOCENE DEPOSITS FOR GROUNDWATER PURPOSES
Abstract ID#: 222836

VANGKILDE-PEDERSEN, Thomas¹, RASMUSSEN, Erik Skovbjerg², and KRISTENSEN, Margrethe¹, (1) Groundwater and Quaternary Geology Mapping, Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland, Lyseng Alle 1, H�jbjerg, 8270, Denmark, tvp@geus.dk, (2) Geophysics, Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland, �ster Voldgade 10, Copenhagen K, 1350, Denmark

HYDROGEOLOGY OF THE LITTLE SPOKANE RIVER BASIN, WASHINGTON
Abstract ID#: 223965

KAHLE, Sue C., Washington Water Science Center, U.S. Geological Survey, 934 Broadway Suite 300, Tacoma, WA 98402, sckahle@usgs.gov

IMPLICATIONS FOR SIGNIFICANT LOSS OF LABILE PYROGENIC DOC IN MAJOR ARCTIC RIVERS
Abstract ID#: 224033

MYERS-PIGG, Allison N.¹, LOUCHOUARN, Patrick², AMON, Rainer M.W.², PEIRCE, Kayce², and PROKUSHKIN, Anatoly³, (1) Oceanography, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77840, anmp@tamu.edu, (2) Marine Sciences, Texas A&M University at Galveston, 1001 Texas Clipper Road, Galveston, TX 77551, (3) Sukachev Institue of Forest, Siberian Division of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Krasnoyarsk, 660036, Russia

FLOW MODEL DEVELOPMENT USING HYDROSTRATIGRAPHIC INFORMATION FROM DRILLERS’ LOGS
Abstract ID#: 225744

HELM, Carolyn, Kansas Geological Survey, Univ of Kansas, 1930 Constant Ave, Campus West, Lawrence, KS 66047, chelm@kgs.ku.edu, BOHLING, Geoffrey C., Kansas Geological Survey, Univ of Kansas, 1930 Constant Avenue, Campus West, Lawrence, KS 66047, and WILSON, B. Brownie, Kansas Geological Survey, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS 66047

GROUNDWATER AGE AND HELIUM FLUXES IN THREE SANDSTONE AQUIFERS IN LIBYA
Abstract ID#: 226313

SANFORD, William E., Dept. of Geosciences, Colorado State Univ, Fort Collins, CO 80523, bills@warnercnr.colostate.edu and AL FAITOURI, Mohamed, Dept. of Geosciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523

CREATING POTENTIOMETRIC SURFACES FROM COMBINED WATER WELL AND OIL WELL DATA IN THE MIDCONTINENT OF THE UNITED STATES
Abstract ID#: 226579

GIANOUTSOS, Nicholas J., Central Energy Resources Science Center, U.S. Geological Survey, Box 25046 MS 939, Federal Center, Denver, CO 80225, ngianoutsos@usgs.gov and NELSON, Philip H., U.S. Geological Survey, Box 25046 Federal Center MS 939, Denver, CO 80225

WILDFIRE PATTERNS AND SUSCEPTIBILITY AT THE WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE IN CALIFORNIA
Abstract ID#: 228712

KINOSHITA, Alicia M. and HOGUE, Terri S., Civil and Environmental Engineering, Colorado School of Mines, 1500 Illinois St, Golden, CO 80401, akinoshi@mines.edu

NITRATE RECYCLING IN A SMALL SUBURBAN WATERSHED
Abstract ID#: 228892

HAQUE, Md. Aminul, Environmental Programs, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA 50614, haquem@uni.edu and IQBAL, Mohammad, Dept. of Earth Science, Univ of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA 50614

ANALYSES OF SALINITY INTRUSION MECHANISMS IN THE SOUTH TEXAS COASTAL AQUIFERS USING MULTIPLE STATISTICAL TECHNIQUES
Abstract ID#: 228990

KHAN, Riaz Hossain, Physical and Environmental Sciences, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, NRC 3100, 6300 Ocean Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78412, rkhan1@islander.tamucc.edu and MURGULET, Dorina, Physical and Environmental Sciences, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, 6300 Ocean Drive, NRC 3102, Corpus Christi, TX 78412

CONSUMPTIVE USE OF PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY CALCULATED FOR SIX CITIES IN NEBRASKA
Abstract ID#: 229266

TRAYLOR, Jonathan P., United States Geological Survey, Nebraska Water Science Center, 5231 S. 19th Street, Lincoln, NE 68512, jtraylor@usgs.gov

IMPACTS OF BIOCHAR CONCENTRATION AND PARTICLE SIZE ON HYDRAULIC CONDUCTIVITY OF SOIL-BIOCHAR MIXTURES
Abstract ID#: 229609

LIU, Zuolin¹, DUGAN, Brandon², MASIELLO, Caroline A.³, and GONNERMANN, Helge³, (1) Earth Science, Rice University, 6100 main st, MS 126, Houston, TX 77005, zl17@rice.edu, (2) Earth Science, Rice University, 6100 Main Street, MS 126, Houston, TX 77005, (3) Earth Science, Rice University, 6100 Main St. MS 126, Houston, TX 77005

CONCEPTUAL, GEOLOGICAL AND NUMERICAL GROUNDWATER FLOW MODELS OF THE SPIRITWOOD BURIED VALLEY AQUIFER IN SOUTHWEST MANITOBA
Abstract ID#: 230239

HINTON, M.J.¹, LOGAN, C.E.¹, CALDERHEAD, A.I.², OLDENBORGER, G.A.¹, SHARPE, D.R.¹, RUSSELL, H.A.J.¹, and PUGIN, A.J.-M.¹, (1) Natural Resources Canada, Geological Survey of Canada, 601 Booth St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0E8, Canada, Marc.Hinton@NRCan-RNCan.gc.ca, (2) Institut national de recherche scientifique, Eau Terre Environnement, 490 de la Couronne Street, Quebec City, QC G1K 9A9, Canada

GROUNDWATER TEMPERATURE CHANGES IN A SHALLOW COASTAL AQUIFER IN RESPONSE TO CLIMATE CHANGE AND LAND DEVELOPMENT
Abstract ID#: 230992

EGGLESTON, Jack, US Geological Survey, Water Resources Division, 79 Greenough St, Brookline, MA 02445, jegglest@usgs.gov, MCCOY, Kurt J., US Geological Survey, Richmond, VA 23228, and NELMS, David L., U.S. Geological Survey, Virginia Water Science Center, Richmond, VA 23228

SCANNING ELECTRON MICROSCOPY TO EXPLAIN CHANGE IN HYDRAULIC CONDUCTIVITY OF HYDROCARBON-CONTAMINATED AQUIFER SAND
Abstract ID#: 231406

SAUD, Qays Jasim Sr, Geosciences, University of Missouri- Kansas City, 3630 Warwick Blvd, Apt. 4, Kansas City, MO 64111, qais_jassim@yahoo.com and HASAN, Syed E., Geosciences, University of Missouri, 5100 Rockhill Road, Kansas City, MO 64110-2499

MULTI-FACETED HYDRAULIC CHARACTERIZATION OF AN ISOLATED BEDROCK FRACTURE
Abstract ID#: 231922

BRANDON, Ryan A., Geosciences, Virginia Polytechnic Institute, 4044 Derring Hall, Blacksburg, VA 24061, rabrand@vt.edu and BURBEY, Thomas J., Geosciences, Virginia Polytechnic Institute, 3049-A Derring Hall, Blacksburg, VA 24061

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 1	Total 1

Karst Pool

Papers:

TIMPANOGOS NATIONAL MONUMENT: STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS OF CAVE SYSTEM FAULTS
Abstract ID#: 233816

SIMISTER, Andrew, Department of Earth Science, Utah Valley University, 800 West University Parkway, Orem, UT 84058, asimister@gmail.com

Oral 1	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 1

Limnogeology Pool

Papers:

NUTRIENT DYNAMICS IN ABANDONED FEEDLOT AND ASSOCIATED WETLAND DUE TO CHANGE IN CLIMATIC CONDITIONS
Abstract ID#: 233586

GBOLO, Prosper, Harold Hamm School of Geology and Geological Engineering, University of North Dakota, 101 Leonard Hall, 81 Cornell St - Stop 8358, Grand Forks, ND 58202, prosper.gbolo@my.und.edu

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Marine/Coastal Science

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Marine/Coastal Science (Posters)

Oral 8	Poster 13	Either 4	Total 25

Marine/Coastal Science Pool

Papers:

MODELING SEA-LEVEL RISE VULNERABILITY OF COASTAL WETLANDS USING RANKED MANAGEMENT CONCERNS
Abstract ID#: 234387

KANE, Haunani, FLETCHER, Charles H., FRAZER, Neil L., and BARBEE, Matthew M., Geology and Geophysics, University of Hawaii, 1680 East-West Rd, POST 723, Honolulu, HI 96822, hkane@hawaii.edu

STABLE CARBON ISOTOPE ANALYSES OF SEDIMENTS CORES AND THE ORIGIN OF THE SPRAGUE RIVER MARSH, PHIPPSBURG, MAINE
Abstract ID#: 231356

RUSS, Cameron A., Geology Deparment, Bates College, 839 Bates college, Lewiston, ME 04240, cruss@bates.edu, JOHNSON, Beverly J., Department of Geology, Bates College, Lewiston, ME 04210, DOSTIE, Philip T., Department of Geology, Environmental Geochemistry Laboratory, Bates College, Lewiston, ME 04240, and PICKOFF, Margaret Alice, Geology, Bates College, Lewiston, ME 04240

SEA-FLOOR CHARACTER AND SEDIMENTARY PROCESSES OFFSHORE OF THE CONNECTICUT RIVER, NORTHEASTERN LONG ISLAND SOUND
Abstract ID#: 221801

POPPE, L.J.¹, MCMULLEN, K.Y.¹, ACKERMAN, S.D.¹, GUBERSKI, M.R.², and WOOD, D.A.², (1) USGS, Woods Hole, MA 02543, lpoppe@usgs.gov, (2) NOAA, Norfolk, VA 23510

SEA-FLOOR GEOLOGY IN NORTHEASTERN BLOCK ISLAND SOUND ADJACENT TO POINT JUDITH, RHODE ISLAND
Abstract ID#: 221802

MCMULLEN, K.Y., POPPE, L.J., and ACKERMAN, S.D., USGS, Woods Hole, MA 02543, kmcmullen@usgs.gov

IRON IN MARINE SEDIMENTS FROM EXPLORERS COVE AND ADJACENT SITES IN MCMURDO SOUND, ROSS SEA, ANTARCTICA
Abstract ID#: 222392

HINDS, Mackenzie, Geology, University of Georgia, 210 Field Street, Athens, GA 30602, mckenzy@uga.edu, WALKER, Sally E., Department of Geology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602, and BOWSER, Samuel S., Wadsworth Center, New York State Department of Health, Albany, NY 12201

THE EFFECTS OF MICROPLASTIC INGESTION ON MARINE ZOOPLANKTON
Abstract ID#: 223243

KAHN, Beryl, DAVIS, Jon, and FELDMAN, Howard R., Division of Paleontology (Invertebrates), American Museum of Natural History, 79th Street at Central Park West, New York, NY 10024, feldspar4@optonline.net

SPATIAL VARIATION AND THE SURVIVABILITY OF AN ACROPORA CERVICORNIS PATCH REEF IN BELIZE
Abstract ID#: 224543

ELIUM, Elizabeth M.¹, GREER, Lisa², STEFANIC, Candice M.¹, STIER, Arthur¹, IRWIN, Adele E.³, and CURRAN, H. Allen⁴, (1) Department of Geology, Washington and Lee University, 204 W Washington St, Lexington, VA 24450, eliume15@mail.wlu.edu, (2) Department of Geology, Washington and Lee University, Lexington, VA 24450, (3) Department of Biology, Washington and Lee University, Lexington, VA 24450, (4) Department of Geosciences, Smith College, Northampton, MA 01063

HOW DOES PARROTFISH AND URCHIN BIOEROSION IMPACT LIVE STAGHORN CORAL COVER ON A PATCH REEF IN BELIZE?
Abstract ID#: 224564

STIER, Arthur F.¹, GREER, Lisa¹, HUMSTON, Robert², ELIUM, Elizabeth M.¹, STEFANIC, Candice M.¹, and CURRAN, H. Allen³, (1) Department of Geology, Washington and Lee University, Lexington, VA 24450, stiera15@mail.wlu.edu, (2) Department of Biology, Washington and Lee University, Lexington, VA 24450, (3) Department of Geosciences, Smith College, Northampton, MA 01063

CORAL VISION: SOFTWARE FOR IMPROVING EFFICIENCY IN CORAL MONITORING
Abstract ID#: 224917

WALKER, Cory L.¹, STOUGH, Joshua¹, GREER, Lisa², ELIUM, Elizabeth M.², and STIER, Arthur F.², (1) Department of Computer Science, Washington and Lee University, Lexington, VA 24450, walkerc15@mail.wlu.edu, (2) Department of Geology, Washington and Lee University, Lexington, VA 24450

ACCOUNTING FOR POSITIONAL UNCERTAINTY IN SHORELINE CHANGE ANALYSIS
Abstract ID#: 226667

WERNETTE, Phillipe A., Department of Geography, Texas A&M, College Station, TX 77845, wernett9@msu.edu, SHORTRIDGE, Ashton, Department of Geography, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 488824, LUSCH, David, Department of Geography, Michigan State University, 673 Auditorium Road, East Lansing, MI 488824, and ARBOGAST, Alan, Geography, Michigan State University, 121 Geography Building, East Lansing, MI 48824

COASTAL HYDRODYNAMICS AND NATURAL GEOLOGICAL EVOLUTION (CHANGE) PART 2: PROCESSES AND DRIVERS OF LARGE-SCALE COASTAL REORGANIZATION
Abstract ID#: 227363

MALLINSON, David¹, CULVER, Stephen¹, LEORRI, Eduardo¹, MITRA, Siddhartha², MULLIGAN, Ryan³, RIGGS, Stanley¹, ZAREMBA, Nicholas², LAUBACK, Caitlin⁴, MINNEHAN, Jeffrey John⁴, and MORAN, Kelli L.⁵, (1) Department of Geological Sciences, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27858, mallinsond@ecu.edu, (2) Department of Geological Sciences, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27858-4353, (3) Dept. of Civil Engineering, Queen's University, Kingston, ON K7L3N6, Canada, (4) Geological Sciences, East Carolina University, 101 Graham Building (MS558), Greenville, NC 27858, (5) Geological Sciences, East Carolina University, 101 Graham Building, Greenville, NC 27858

NEW POSTGLACIAL RELATIVE SEA-LEVEL CHANGE RECORDS FROM THE BRITISH AND IRISH CONTINENTAL SHELF
Abstract ID#: 228388

COOPER, J. Andrew G.¹, LONG, Antony J.², PLETS, Ruth³, CALLARD, Louise², KELLEY, Joseph⁴, BELKNAP, Daniel F.⁵, QUINN, Rory⁶, EDWARDS, Robin⁷, JACKSON, Derek W.T.⁸, and LONG, Dave⁹, (1) Environmental Science, University of Ulster, Cromore Road, Coleraine, BT52 1SA, United Kingdom, jag.cooper@ulster.ac.uk, (2) Sea Level Research Unit, Department of Geography, Durham University, Durham, DH1 3LE, United Kingdom, (3) University of Ulster, Coleraine, Northern Ireland, (4) School of Earth & Climate Sciences, Climate Change Institute, University of Maine, Bryand Global Sciences, Orono, ME 04469-5790, (5) School of Earth & Climate Sciences, Climate Change Institute, University of Maine, 117 Bryant Global Sciences Center, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5790, (6) School of Environmental Studies, Univ of Ulster, Coleraine, Co. Londonderry, Northern Ireland, BT52 1SA, United Kingdom, (7) Departments of Geography and Geology, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin, 2, Italy, (8) Environmental sciences, University of Ulster, Cromore Road, Coleraine, Bt52 1SA, United Kingdom, (9) British Geological Survey, West Mains Road, Edinburgh, EH9 3LA, United Kingdom

THE STRATIGRAPHIC EXPRESSION OF RAPID PALEOENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE IN AN ESTUARINE SYSTEM: PAMLICO SOUND, NC
Abstract ID#: 229040

ZAREMBA, Nicholas¹, MALLINSON, David J.¹, LEORRI, Eduardo¹, CULVER, Steven J.¹, MITRA, Siddhartha¹, MULLIGAN, Ryan², LAUBACK, Caitlin³, and MINNEHAN, Jeffrey John³, (1) Department of Geological Sciences, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27858-4353, zaremban12@students.ecu.edu, (2) Dept. of Civil Engineering, Queen's University, Kingston, ON K7L3N6, Canada, (3) Geological Sciences, East Carolina University, 101 Graham Building (MS558), Greenville, NC 27858

COASTAL HYDRODYNAMICS AND NATURAL GEOLOGICAL EVOLUTION (CHANGE) PART 1: GEOLOGICAL INDICATORS OF RAPID CLIMATE CHANGE IN ESTUARINE SYSTEMS DURING THE HOLOCENE
Abstract ID#: 229185

LEORRI, Eduardo¹, MALLINSON, David², CULVER, Stephen², MITRA, Siddhartha³, MULLIGAN, Ryan⁴, RIGGS, Stanley R.², LAUBACK, Caitlin⁵, MINNEHAN, Jeffrey John⁵, ZAREMBA, Nicholas³, and MORAN, Kelli L.⁶, (1) Department of Geological Sciences, East Carolina University, Graham building 101, Greenville, NC 27858, leorrie@ecu.edu, (2) Department of Geological Sciences, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27858, (3) Department of Geological Sciences, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27858-4353, (4) Dept. of Civil Engineering, Queen's University, Kingston, ON K7L3N6, Canada, (5) Geological Sciences, East Carolina University, 101 Graham Building (MS558), Greenville, NC 27858, (6) Geological Sciences, East Carolina University, 101 Graham Building, Greenville, NC 27858

CONCLUSIVE EVIDENCE THAT A TROPICAL STORM'S SAFFIR-SIMPSON RATING HAS NO BEARING ON STORM SURGE HEIGHT: THE NATIONAL STORM SURGE DATABASE
Abstract ID#: 229344

PEEK, Katie and YOUNG, Robert S., Program for the Study of Developed Shorelines, Western Carolina University, 90 University Way, Belk Building Room 294, Cullowhee, NC 28723, kmcdowell@wcu.edu

INTERTIDAL ANIMAL-SEDIMENT INTERACTIONS OF THE OUTER-MIDDLE TO EXPOSED SPIT REGIONS OF NETARTS BAY, OREGON, USA
Abstract ID#: 229902

HODGSON, Cheryl¹, TIMMER, Eric², SHCHEPETKINA, Alina¹, GINGRAS, Murray³, and ZONNEVELD, John-Paul⁴, (1) Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, University of Alberta, 1-26 Earth Sciences Building, Edmonton, AB T6G 2E3, Canada, chodgson@ualberta.ca, (2) Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, University of Alberta, 1-26 Earth Sciences Building, Edmonton, AB T6G 2E3, Canada, (3) Earth and Atmospheric Science, University of Alberta, 1-26 Earth Science Building, Edmonton, AB T6G 2E3, Canada, (4) Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2E3, Canada

NEW MARINE TRACKLINE DATA ADDED TO THE GEODAS ARCHIVE IN PREPARATION FOR AN UPDATE OF THE EARTH MAGNETIC ANOMALY GRID
Abstract ID#: 231020

MEYER, Brian, Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences and NOAA's National Geophysical Data Center, University of Colorado, 1276 Highland Park Drive, Broomfield, CO 80020, Brian.Meyer@noaa.gov

NEAR-BED TURBULENT KINETIC ENERGY AND DISSIPATION IN SMALL TIDAL CHANNELS
Abstract ID#: 231306

PIETERSE, Aline, Geological Sciences, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716, aline@udel.edu, PULEO, Jack A., Center for Applied Coastal Research, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716, and MCKENNA, Thomas E., Delaware Geological Survey, Newark, DE 19716

COLONIZATION OF RAISED SUBSTRATE BY EPIBENTHIC FORAMINIFERA IN SEEP AND ADJACENT OFF-SEEP LOCATIONS OF HYDRATE RIDGE, OR
Abstract ID#: 231818

BURKETT, Ashley, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Indiana State University, Science Bldg 159, Terre Haute, IN 47809, ashleyburkett14@gmail.com, RATHBURN, Anthony, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Indiana State University, Terre Haute, IN 47809, PEREZ, Elena M., Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, London, England, MARTIN, Jonathan B., Department of Geological Sciences, University of Florida, 241 Williamson Hall, P.O. Box 112120, Gainesville, FL 32611-2120, and LEVIN, Lisa, Integrative Oceanography Division, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, 9500 Gillman Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093

IMPACT OF THE 2010 MACONDO OIL SPILL ON THE MARSHES IN BARATARIA BAY, TERREBONNE BAY, AND BRETON SOUND, LOUISIANA, U.S.A., USING LANDSAT AND ASTER DATA
Abstract ID#: 231947

RITER, J.C. Alexis¹, KEARNEY, Michael S.¹, and TURNER, Eugene², (1) Department of Environmental Science and Technology, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742, ariter99@umd.edu, (2) Oceanography and Coastal Science, Louisiana State Univ, Baton Rouge, LA 70803

COMPARING DROWNED FORESTS AND BURIED PEAT AS RECORDS FOR SEA LEVEL CHANGE
Abstract ID#: 232000

JAWORSKI, Anna S., Department of Biodiversity, Earth, and Environmental Science, Drexel University, 3141 Chestnut St, Papadakis Room #504, Philadelphia, PA 19104, asj46@drexel.edu and LACOVARA, Kenneth J., Department of Biodiversity, Earth and Environmental Science, Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA 19104

THE CRETACEOUS CAYO FORMATION AT PUERTO CAYO, WESTERN ECUADOR
Abstract ID#: 232180

CHURNET, Habte Giorgis, Physics, Geology, and Astronomy, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, 615 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37403, habte-churnet@utc.edu

GEOLOGY OF MYRTLE BEACH STATE PARK AREA, NORTHEASTERN SOUTH CAROLINA
Abstract ID#: 232284

WRIGHT, Eric¹, HARBIN, Jordan¹, and HARRIS, M.Scott², (1) Marine Science Department, Coastal Carolina University, P.O. Box 261954, Conway, SC 29526, ewright@coastal.edu, (2) Department of Geology and Environmental Sciences, College of Charleston, Charleston, SC 29424

EFFECTS OF PREDATOR CHEMICAL CUES ON SNAIL AVOIDANCE BEHAVIOR
Abstract ID#: 233378

ARMAJO, Bryan Joseph, Biological Sciences: Geographical Information Systems, Salt Lake Community College Redwood Campus, 1582 Colavito Way, Tooele, UT 84074, B_armajo@hotmail.com

STEP-WISE COASTAL RETREAT RELATED TO FLOODED RIVER VALLEY TRIBUTARY JUNCTIONS
Abstract ID#: 233857

SIMMS, Alexander, Department of Earth Science, University of California, Santa Barbara, 1006 Webb Hall, Santa Barbara, CA 93106, asimms@geol.ucsb.edu and RODRIGUEZ, Antonio B., Institute of Marine Sciences, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 3431 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC 28557

Oral 0	Poster 7	Either 0	Total 7

Mineralogy/Crystallography (Posters)

Papers:

EXPERIMENTAL EVIDENCE FOR THE PRESENCE OF HYDRONIUM (H₃O⁺) IONS IN NEOFORMED, FIBROUS AND LATH-LIKE ILLITES
Abstract ID#: 220844

ROSENBERG, Philip E., School of the Environment, Washington State University, Pullman, WA 99164, rosenberg@wsu.edu and YATES, Douglas M., Department of Material Science and Engineering, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 19104

ORIENTED DENDRITIC MAGNETITE CRYSTALS IN QUENCHED SILICATE MELT SPHERULES
Abstract ID#: 225685

ISOBE, Hiroshi and GONDO, Takaaki, Dept. Earth Env. Sci., Grad. Sch. Sci. Tech, Kumamoto University, 2-39-1 Kurokami, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto, 8608555, Japan, isobe@sci.kumamoto-u.ac.jp

CHEMICAL MAPPING WITH LASER-INDUCED BREAKDOWN SPECTROSCOPY (LIBS)
Abstract ID#: 226643

CAMPO, Jaime, Geological Sciences, New Mexico State University, Box 30001, MSC 3AB, Las Cruces, NM 88003, jacampo@nmsu.edu and MCMILLAN, Nancy J., Geological Sciences, New Mexico State University, Box 30001 MSC 3AB, Las Cruces, NM 88003

HYDROTHERMAL SYNTHESIS OF OPAL
Abstract ID#: 228251

YAMASAKI, Yuko, Dept. Earth Env. Sci., Grad. Sch. Sci. Tech, Kumamoto Univ, 2-39-1 Kurokami, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto, 8608555, Japan, sk2atom@yahoo.co.jp and ISOBE, Hiroshi, Dept. Earth Env. Sci., Grad. Sch. Sci. Tech, Kumamoto University, 2-39-1 Kurokami, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto, 8608555, Japan

INTERPRETATION OF F-BASED ALTERATION IN MICAS FROM COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO
Abstract ID#: 228494

BOLLEN, Elizabeth M., Geology, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487, ebollen@crimson.ua.edu, HOLLABAUGH, Curtis L., Geosciences, University of West Georgia, Carrollton, GA 30118, and BERG, Christopher A., Department of Geosciences, University of West Georgia, 1601 Maple Street, Carrollton, GA 30118

PREFERRED ORIENTATION AND SEISMIC ANISOTROPY OF SHALES WITHIN THE BAKKEN FORMATION, MONTANA AND NORTH DAKOTA
Abstract ID#: 233730

EASLEY, Eric J.¹, MIYAGI, Lowell², and LAGESON, David R.¹, (1) Earth Sciences, Montana State University, Department of Earth Sciences, P.O. Box 173480, Bozeman, MT 59717-3480, eric.easley@msu.montana.edu, (2) Geology and Geophysics, University of Utah, Frederick Albert Sutton Building 115 S 1460 East Room 383, Salt Lake City, UT 84112

CLUSTER ANALYSIS –A HIGH THROUGHPUT X-RAY DIFFRACTION METHOD FOR MINERAL IDENTIFICATION AND QUANTIFICATION
Abstract ID#: 234031

FIELDS HATHERLEY, Lori, Rigaku Americas Corporation, 9009 New Trails Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77381, Lori.Hatherley@rigaku.com

Oral 1	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 1

Mineralogy/Crystallography Pool

Papers:

TO BE OR NOT TO BE A FIBROUS ZEOLITE: OPTICAL PROPERTIES, CRYSTAL STRUCTURE AND HEALTH CONCERNS
Abstract ID#: 229240

POURTABIB, Kristina P. and GUNTER, Mickey E., Geological Sciences, University of Idaho, 875 Perimeter MS 3022, Moscow, ID 83844-3022, pour1824@vandals.uidaho.edu

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Neotectonics/Paleoseismology (Posters)

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Neotectonics/Paleoseismology Pool

Oral 13	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 13

New Insights in Geochemistry

Papers:

INVESTIGATING PROCESSES THAT CONTROL THE CHEMISTRY DURING REFILLING OF LAKE NGAMI IN SEMIARID NORTHWEST BOTSWANA
Abstract ID#: 225349

MEIER, Scott D.¹, ATEKWANA, Eliot¹, and MOLWALEFHE, Loago N.², (1) Boone Pickens School of Geology, Oklahoma State University, 105 Noble Research Center, Stillwater, OK 74078, sdmeier@okstate.edu, (2) Department of Geology, University of Botswana, Private Bag UB00704, Gaborone, Botswana

PHREATIC OVERGROWTHS ON SPELEOTHEMS IN THE LITTORAL CAVES OF MALLORCA, WESTERN MEDITERRANEAN: HYDRO- AND GEOCHEMICAL MONITORING
Abstract ID#: 232320

BOOP, Liana M.¹, ONAC, Bogdan P.¹, WYNN, Jonathan G.¹, FORN�S, Joan J.², MERINO, Antoni³, and RODR�GUEZ-HOMAR, Marta², (1) Geology, University of South Florida, 4202 E. Fowler Ave, SCA 528, Tampa, FL 33620, lianaboop@mail.usf.edu, (2) Earth Sciences, Universitat de les Illes Balears, Cra. Valldemossa, km. 7.5, Palma de Mallorca, 07071, Spain, (3) Federaci� Balear d'Espeleologia, C/ Margarida Xirg�, 16, Palma de Mallorca, 07011, Spain

REFINEMENTS OF COSMOGENIC ¹⁰BE, ³⁶CL AND IN SITU ¹⁴C DATING AND THEIR IMPLICATION FOR THE INVESTIGATION OF HOLOCENE GLACIER HISTORIES
Abstract ID#: 226790

SCHIMMELPFENNIG, Irene, CEREGE, Europole de l'Arbois, BP 80, Aix en Provence, 13545, France, schimmel@cerege.fr, SCHAEFER, Joerg M., Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences and Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University, Palisades, NY 10964, BENEDETTI, Lucilla, Europ�le M�diterran�en de l'Arbois - BP 80, AIX EN PROVENCE cedex 04, 13545, and FINKEL, Robert C., Department of Earth and Planetary Science, University of California, Berkeley, 371 McCone Hall, Berkeley, CA 94720

METEORIC COSMOGENIC ¹⁰BE - PROGRESS AND PROSPECT
Abstract ID#: 228181

WILLENBRING, Jane, Department of Earth and Environmental Science, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 19104, erosion@sas.upenn.edu

AUTHIGENIC MANGANESE DEPOSITS SURROUNDING THE MISSISSIPPI CANYON 118 GAS HYDRATE AND COLD-SEEP FIELD: THEIR DOCUMENTATION, INTERPRETATION, AND UTILITY FOR EVALUATING REDOX STATE AND STABILITY OF SEDIMENTATION
Abstract ID#: 228822

INGRAM, Wesley C., Marine Sciences, University of North Carolina, Chapel HIll, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, wesley.ingram@weatherfordlabs.com and MEYERS, Stephen R., Department of Geoscience, University of Wisconsin, 1215 West Dayton St, Madison, WI 53076

INTEGRATING DIAGENETIC DATA TO DEVELOP MODELS FOR PREFERENTIAL HYDROTHERMAL FLOW BELOW STRATIGRAPHIC DISCONTINUITIES
Abstract ID#: 229552

GOLDSTEIN, Robert and KING, Bradley, Geology, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS 66045, gold@ku.edu

IMPACT OF DISSOLVED ORGANIC CARBON ON THE SIZE-DEPENDENT SURFACE REACTIVITY OF MAGNETITE NANOPARTICLES: LESSONS LEARNED IN THE FIELD AND LAB
Abstract ID#: 228156

SWINDLE, Andrew L., Geology and Geophysics, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 73019, aswindle@ou.edu, MADDEN, Andrew S., School of Geology and Geophysics, University of Oklahoma, 100 East Boyd St. Rm. 710, Norman, OK 73019, and COZZARELLI, Isabelle M., U.S. Geological Survey, Reston, VA 20192

MEASUREMENTS OF CALCITE NUCLEATION KINETICS AND BINDING ENERGIES RECONCILE DISPARATE VIEWS OF TEMPLATE-DIRECTED NUCLEATION
Abstract ID#: 230915

DOVE, Patricia M.¹, HAMM, Laura M.², GIUFFRE, Anthony J.¹, and DE YOREO, James J.³, (1) Department of Geosciences, Virginia Tech, 4044 Derring Hall, Blacksburg, VA 24061, dove@vt.edu, (2) Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, One Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA 94720, (3) Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, Richland, WA 99352

µ-XRF SPECTROMETRY OPTIMIZATION IN TRACE ELEMENT ANALYSIS IN SPELEOTHEMS
Abstract ID#: 232933

BUCKLES, Jessica, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Texas at Arlington, 500 Yates St. Box 19049, Arlington, TX 76019, buckles@uta.edu and ROWE, Harry, Bureau of Economic Geology, The University of Texas at Austin, The Jackson School of Geoscience, University Station, Box X, Austin, TX 78713-8924

EVALUATING THE ADVANTAGES, LIMITATIONS, AND PITFALLS OF HANDHELD X-RAY FLUORESCENCE SPECTROMETRY AND "GONIOMETER-LESS" X-RAY DIFFRACTION IN DRILL CORE-BASED STRATIGRAPHIC STUDIES
Abstract ID#: 232975

ROWE, Harry, Bureau of Economic Geology, The University of Texas at Austin, The Jackson School of Geoscience, University Station, Box X, Austin, TX 78713-8924, harry.rowe@beg.utexas.edu

SOME INSIGHTS ON HYDROCARBON-BEARING FLUID INCLUSIONS IN CARBONATE RESERVOIRS: EVIDENCE FROM SYNTHETIC FLUID INCLUSIONS
Abstract ID#: 221709

CHEN, Yong, Department of Geology, School of Geosciences, China University of petroleum, No.66 West Changjiang Road, Economic and Technological Development Zone, Qingdao, Shandong, 266580, China, yongchenzy@upc.edu.cn, GE, Yunjin, Research Institute of Yanchang Petroleum (GROUP)Co. Ltd, Xi'an, 710075, China, FANG, Shihu, PetroChina Exploration and Development Institute, Beijing, 100083, China, ZHOU, Yaoqi, Department of Geology, School of Geosciences, China University of petroleum, No.66 West Changjiang Road, Economic and Technological Development Zone, Qingdao, 266580, China, and ZHOU, Zhenzhu, College of Geological Science and Engineering, Shandong University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, 266590, China

SULFUR ISOTOPE CHARACTERISTICS OF MIDDLE MIOCENE ÇAYIRHAN OIL SHALES (BEYPAZARI, ANKARA / TURKEY)
Abstract ID#: 222367

YAVUZ PEHLIVANLı, Berna¹, KO�, Ş�kr�², and SARı, Ali², (1) Department of Geological Engineering, .Bozok University, Yozgat, 66900, Turkey, bernayavuz80@gmail.com, (2) Engineering Faculty, Department of Geology, Ankara University, Ankara, 06100, Turkey

MIGRATION AND ACCUMULATION MECHANISMS OF “TIGHT OIL” IN THE JURASSIC RESERVOIRS, SICHUAN BASIN
Abstract ID#: 227721

ZHANG, Shuichang¹, ZHANG, Bin², WANG, Xiaomei³, and HU, Jian³, (1) Petroleum Geology Research and Laboratory Center, Research Institute of Petroleum Exploration & Development, PetroChina, Beijing, 100083, China, sczhang@petrochina.com.cn, (2) Petroleum Geology Research and Laboratory Center, Research Institute of Petroleum Exploration and Development, PetroChina, Beijing, 100083, China, (3) Beijing, 100083

Oral 0	Poster 16	Either 3	Total 19

New Insights in Geochemistry (Posters)

Papers:

CHEMICAL AND ISOTOPIC VARIATIONS IN HOT AND COLD SPRINGS AND STREAMS ALONG THE LUANGWA RIFT ZAMBIA
Abstract ID#: 229592

NILES, Mary C., Boone Pickens School of Geology, Oklahoma State University, Noble Research Center, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078, mcniles@okstate.edu, OBENBERGER, Kyle, Boone Pickens School of Geology, Oklahoma State University, 1545 Hanson Circle, Stillwater, OK 74075, ATEKWANA, Eliot, Boone Pickens School of Geology, Oklahoma State University, 105 Noble Research Center, Stillwater, OK 74078, and ATEKWANA, Estella, Boone Pickens School of Geology, Oklahoma State University, 105 Noble Research Center, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078

MINERALOGICAL CHARACTERIZATION OF THE ARBUCKLE AQUIFER: IMPLICATIONS FOR CO₂ SEQUESTRATION
Abstract ID#: 229653

VEGA, Michael¹, CAMPBELL, Brent D.¹, WATNEY, W. Lynn², HOLUBNYAK, Eugene², BARKER, Robinson¹, and DATTA, Saugata¹, (1) Department of Geology, Kansas State University, 108 Thompson Hall, Manhattan, KS 66506, mavega@ksu.edu, (2) Kansas Geological Survey, Univ of Kansas, 1930 Constant Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66047

STRONG IMPACT OF CFCS DESORPTION IN AQUIFERS. TRACERS OF VOCS GROUNDWATER TRANSPORT
Abstract ID#: 232519

SAVADO, Joan A.¹, ALLEN-KING, Richelle¹, SEMMLER, Robert², WAID, Christopher B.², and SHELDON, Amy², (1) Department of Geology, University at Buffalo, 411 Cooke Hall, Buffalo, NY 14260, joananto@buffalo.edu, (2) Department of Geological Sciences, SUNY Geneseo, Geneseo, NY 14454

WATER QUALITY INDICATORS OF OREGON HOLLOW, A HEADWATER TRIBUTARY; PIKE RUN WATERSHED, WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Abstract ID#: 230145

PATTON, Nicholas Ross¹, FREDRICK, Kyle C.², HARRIS, Daniel B.³, LOHR, Lisa², and KILLIAN, Courtney⁴, (1) Geology, California University of Pennsylvania, 232 Sugar Run Rd, Waynesburg, PA 15370, pat2588@calu.edu, (2) Earth Sciences, California University of Pennsylvania, 250 University Avenue, Campus Box 55, California, PA 15419, (3) Geology and Geography, West Virginia University, 98 Beechurst Ave, 330 Brooks Hall, Morgantown, WV 26506, (4) Geology, Mississippi State University, 218 Dinsmore Ave, Punxsupawney, PA 15767

BIOGEOCHEMISTRY OF CARBON AND SULFUR ISOTOPES IN CRYSTAL LAKE, WEST-CENTRAL OHIO
Abstract ID#: 230817

NICHOLS, Desiree Lee, MEYER, Amanda Lynn, and CHENG, Songlin, Department of Earth & Environmental Sciences, Wright State University, 3640 Colonel Glenn Highway, Dayton, OH 45435, desiree.nichols2@gmail.com

APPLICATION OF MODERN CAVE DRIPWATER GEOCHEMISTRY TO UNDERSTANDING SEASONAL CHANGES IN MINERAL-SOLUTION REACTIONS: IMPLICATIONS FOR RECONSTRUCTING PALEOCLIMATE FROM SPELEOTHEMS
Abstract ID#: 232285

THAYER, Abigail G., Chemistry and Biochemistry, Ohio Northern University, 525 South Main St, Ada, OH 45810, a-thayer.1@onu.edu, BANNER, Jay, Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas at Austin, 1 University Station, C1100, Austin, TX 78712, and CASTEEL, Richard, Department of Geological Sciences, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX 78712

GEOCHEMICAL CHARACTERIZATION OF ALPINE TUNDRA PORE WATER, ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK, ESTES PARK, CO
Abstract ID#: 232518

EVANS, Andrew Jr, Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, Metropolitan State University of Denver, Denver, CO 80217-3362, aevans24@msudenver.edu, JACOBS, Michael, Department of Chemistry, Metropolitan State University of Denver, Denver, CO 80217-3362, and JANKE, Jason, Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, Metropolitan State College of Denver, Denver, CO 80217-3362

SHAKEN AND STIRRED: A COMBINED REACTION-DIFFUSION AND RANDOM RATE MODEL FOR THE TEMPORAL EVOLUTION AND EARTHQUAKE-INDUCED HYDRODYNAMICS OF SILICATE MINERAL WEATHERING
Abstract ID#: 225618

EVARISTO, Jaivime and WILLENBRING, Jane, Department of Earth and Environmental Science, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 19104, evaristo@sas.upenn.edu

POLYACRYLAMIDE GELS, MICROELECTRODES, AND CENTRIFUGATION-COLORIMETRIC MEASURES: A COMPARISON OF POREWATER ANALYSIS METHODOLOGIES
Abstract ID#: 232377

GEROUX, Jonathon, Department of Geosciences, Mississippi State University, P.O. Box 4816, Mississippi State, MS 39762, jmg366@gmail.com, MCNEAL, Karen S., Marine, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27695, TEMPLETON, Curry, Department of Geosciences, Mississippi State University, 355 Lee Blvd, Starkville, MS 39762, and SCHMITZ, D.W., Geosciences, Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS 39759

PROTON-INDUCED SURFACE CHARGE AND DISSOLUTION OF PYROLUSITE IN NACL MEDIA AT 25 ^OC
Abstract ID#: 232974

RIEDEL, Jennifer, Geosciences, Texas Tech University, 903 Xavier St, Lubbock, TX 79403, jennifer.riedel@ttu.edu and RIDLEY, Moira K., Department of Geosciences, Texas Tech Univ, Lubbock, TX 79409-1053

ENRICHMENT OF STABLE CESIUM AND RUBIDIUM IN SAVANNAH RIVER SITE SOILS
Abstract ID#: 233925

ZAUNBRECHER, Laura K.¹, ELLIOTT, W. Crawford², PERDRIAL, Nicolas³, WAMPLER, J. Marion⁴, CYGAN, Randall T.⁵, KAPLAN, Daniel I.⁶, and TEICH-MCGOLDRICK, Stephanie⁵, (1) Geosciences, Georgia State University, 24 Peachtree Center Ave, Atlanta, GA 30303, lzaunbrecher1@student.gsu.edu, (2) Geosciences, Georgia State University, 24 Peachtree Center Ave, Atlanta, GA 30302, (3) Department of Soil, Water and Environmental Science, University of Arizona, 1177 E. Fourth St, Tucson, AZ 85721, (4) School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA 30332, (5) Geochemistry Department, Sandia National Laboratories, Albuquerque, NM 87185-0754, (6) Savannah River National Laboratory, Aiken, SC 29808

LACTIC ACID REMOBILIZATION OF LEAD APATITE AND INCREASED BIOAVAILABILITY OF PB IN CONTAMINATED SOILS
Abstract ID#: 231449

MATYJASIK, Marek, Geosciences, Weber State University, 2507 University Circle, Ogden, UT 84408-2507, mmatyjasik@weber.edu and MANECKI, Maciej, Department of Mineralogy, Petrography and Geochemistry, AGH - University of Science and Technology, Krakow, Poland

A STUDY OF ORGANIC COMPOSITION IN MUDSTONE AND SILTSTONE USING LASER SCANNING CONFOCAL MICROSCOPY
Abstract ID#: 224865

FENG, Zihui, WANG, Xue, WANG, Cheng, and SUN, Xianda, Exploration and Development Research Institute, PetroChina Daqing Oilfield Company, Ranghulu district,Daqing city, Helongjiang province,China, Daqing, 163712, China, fengzihui@petrochina.com.cn

SWAUK IT OUT: CARBON ELEMENTAL AND ISOTOPIC ANALYSES OF SEDIMENT BULK ORGANICS IN THE PALEOGENE SWAUK FORMATION, CENTRAL CASCADES, WASHINGTON
Abstract ID#: 226660

FETROW, Anne¹, IVENER, Drew¹, MCKINLEY, Elli M.¹, FOX-DOBBS, Kena², and FOREMAN, Brady Z.³, (1) Department of Geology, University of Puget Sound, 1500 N. Warner Street, Tacoma, WA 98416, afetrow@pugetsound.edu, (2) Department of Geology, University of Puget Sound, 1500 N. Warner St, Tacoma, WA 98416-1048, (3) Department of Earth Sciences, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55414

HOW HETEROGENEOUS ARE THE SURFACES OF ENVIRONMENTAL BLACK CARBONS?: INSIGHTS FROM ION-PROBE FLOW ADSORPTION MICROCALORIMETRY
Abstract ID#: 226683

HOWELL, John T., The University of Southern Mississippi, 54 Cambrooke, Hattiesburg, MS 39402, john.thomas.howell@eagles.usm.edu and HARVEY, Omar Richard, The University of Southern Mississippi, 118 College Drive, Box #5051, Hattiesburg, MS 39406

TOWARD AN EVALUATION OF BIOCHAR RECALCITRANCE
Abstract ID#: 229725

HUANG, Rixiang, HOCKADAY, William C., VON BARGEN, Justin M., and LAU, Boris L.T., Geology, Baylor University, One Bear Place #97354, Waco, TX 76798, rixiang_huang@baylor.edu

ORGANIC BIOMARKER CLASSIFICATION OF OIL FAMILIES IN SOUTHERN OKLAHOMA
Abstract ID#: 234088

EL-WARAKY, Mohamed, Geosciences Department, University of Tulsa, 800 south tucker drive, Tulsa, OK 74104, moe025@utulsa.edu and FORMOLO, Michael J., Geosciences Department, University of Tulsa, 800 S. Tucker Drive, Tulsa, OK 74104

GOM DEEPWATER HORIZON OIL SPILL: A TIME SERIES ANALYSIS OF VARIATIONS IN SPILLED HYDROCARBONS
Abstract ID#: 233765

PALOMO, Christina¹, PITIRANGGON, Masha², and YAN, Beizhan², (1) Biological Sciences, Northwestern State University, Natchitoches, LA 71457, cpalomo0011@yahoo.com, (2) Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, Columbia University, Palisades, NY 10964

PETROLOGY OF MINERALIZED AND NON-MINERALIZED SAMPLES FROMTHE RAILROAD DISTRICT WITHIN THE CARLIN TREND, ELKO, NV
Abstract ID#: 225849

DVORAK, Katherine A., Geology and Environmental Science, Universty of Akron, Akron, OH 44308, kad62@zips.uakron.edu

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Paleoclimatology/Paleooceanography

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Paleoclimatology/Paleooceanography (Posters)

Oral 9	Poster 23	Either 3	Total 35

Paleoclimatology/Paleooceanography Pool

Papers:

AFRICAN FRESHWATER BIVALVES AS CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENTAL ARCHIVES
Abstract ID#: 225906

HAVEL, Holly, Geology, Union College, 807 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12308, havelh@union.edu, GILLIKIN, David P., Department of Geology, Union College, 807 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12308, GRANIERO, Lauren, Geoscience, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77840, KELEMEN, Zita, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, K.U.Leuven, Celestijnenlaan 200 E, Leuven, 3001, Belgium, YAMB�L�, Athanase, Service de l'Agrom�t�orologie et de Climatologie, Direction de la M�t�orologie Nationale, Bangui, B.P. 941, Central African Republic, HAMERLYNCK, Olivier, Kenya Wetlands Biodiversity Research Team, National Museums of Kenya, Nairobi, 0 001, Kenya, and BOUILLON, Steven, Deptartment of Earth & Environmental Sciences, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Celestijnenlaan 200 E, Leuven, 3001, Belgium

TOWARD A RELIABLE PROXY FOR PALEOSALINITY IN BAHAMIAN LAKE SYSTEMS: FACTORS AFFECTING THE MORPHOLOGY AND VALVE COMPOSITION OF CYPRIDEIS AMERICANA (OSTRACODA)
Abstract ID#: 232042

BOWLES, R.E., Department of Geography and Geology, Western Kentucky University, 1906 College Height Blvd, Bowling Green, KY 42101, SENG, J.A., Department of Geography and Geology, Western Kentucky University, 1906 College Heights Blvd, Bowling Green, KY 42101, jordan.seng447@topper.wku.edu, SIEWERS, F.D., Geography and Geology, Western Kentucky University, 1906 College Heights Blvd, Bowling Green, KY 42101, and PARK BOUSH, Lisa, Department of Geology and Environmental Science, University of Akron, Akron, OH 44325

RECOGNITION OF THE KELLWASSER AND HANGENBERG ANOXIA EVENTS IN THE CENTRAL ASIAN OROGENIC BELT
Abstract ID#: 223640

WATERS, Johnny¹, CARMICHAEL, Sarah K.¹, SUTTNER, Thomas J.², KIDO, Erika², MOORE, L. McCain¹, BATCHELOR, Cameron J.¹, and DEREUIL, Aubry A.³, (1) Department of Geology, Appalachian State University, 572 Rivers Street, Boone, NC 28608, watersja@appstate.edu, (2) Institute of Earth Sciences, University of Graz, Graz, 8010, Austria, (3) Department of Geology & Geophysics, University of Utah, 15 S 1460 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84112

WAS THE SHURAM CARBON ISOTOPE ANOMALY DRIVEN BY AN OXIDATIVE PULSE OF ALKALINITY AND SULFATE TO THE EDIACARAN OCEAN?
Abstract ID#: 224525

CUI, Huan, Department of Geology, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742, hcui@umd.edu, KAUFMAN, Alan J., Geology Department, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742, XIAO, Shuhai, Department of Geosciences, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, ZHOU, Chuanming, Nanjing Institute of Geology and Paleontology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Nanjing, 210008, China, and ZHU, Maoyan, LPS, Nanjing Institute of Geology and Palaeontology, 39 East Beijing Road, Nanjing, 210008, China

APPLICATIONS OF XRF TO INVESTIGATE PLEISTOCENE CLIMATE VARIABILITY AT HOLE 1208A, SHATSKY RISE, NORTH PACIFIC OCEAN
Abstract ID#: 224527

MCKEON, Joshua¹, ST. JOHN, Kristen¹, and GILL, Thomas E.², (1) Department of Geology and Environmental Science, James Madison University, MSC 6903, Harrisonburg, VA 22807, mckeonjj@dukes.jmu.edu, (2) Department of Geological Sciences, The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX 79968-0555

RECOGNITION OF THE KELLWASSER EVENT IN THE LATE DEVONIAN HONGGULELENG FORMATION OF NORTHWESTERN CHINA
Abstract ID#: 225432

DEREUIL, Aubry A.¹, CARMICHAEL, Sarah K.², WATERS, Johnny A.², SUTTNER, Thomas J.³, and KIDO, Erika³, (1) Department of Geology & Geophysics, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84112, aubry.dereuil@utah.edu, (2) Department of Geology, Appalachian State University, 572 Rivers Street, Boone, NC 28608, (3) Institute of Earth Sciences, University of Graz, Graz, 8010, Austria

FORMAL SUBDIVISION OF THE HOLOCENE SERIES/EPOCH
Abstract ID#: 225719

WALKER, M., School of GeoSciences, Univ of Edinburgh, Drummond Street, Edinburgh, EH89XP, United Kingdom, BERKELHAMMER, M.B., Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, University of Colorado, Boulder, CO 80309, max.berkelhammer@colorado.edu, BJ�RCK, Svante, GeoBiosphere Science Centre, Dept of Quaternary Sciences, Lund University, Solvegatan 12, Lund, SE-223, Sweden, CWYNAR, Les, Department of Biology, Univ of New Brunswick, Bailey Hall, Rm. 103, Fredericton, NB E3B 6E1, Canada, FISHER, David Andrew, Earth Sciences, University of Ottawa, Marion Hall, Ottawa, ON 00000, Canada, LONG, Antony J., Sea Level Research Unit, Department of Geography, Durham University, Durham, DH1 3LE, United Kingdom, LOWE, J.J., Department of Geography, Royal Holloway, University of London, Egham, 00000, United Kingdom, NEWNHAM, R.M., School of Geography, Environment and Earth Sciences, Victoria University, Wellington, 00000, New Zealand, RASMUSSEN, So, Center for Ice and Climate, Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark, and WEISS, H., School of Forestry and Environmental Sciences, Yale University, New Haven, CT 06520

EFFECTS OF HISTORIC LAND USE ON THE WHITE RIVER PLATEAU, COLORADO EXCEEDS LANDSCAPE RESPONSE TO HOLOCENE CLIMATE VARIABILITY
Abstract ID#: 226542

ANDERSON, Lesleigh, U.S. Geological Survey, Box 25046, MS980, Denver Federal Center, Denver, CO 80225, land@usgs.gov and BRUNELLE, Andrea, Department of Geography, University of Utah, 260 S. Central Campus Dr. Room 270, Salt Lake City, UT 84112

BAYESIAN PARAMETER ESTIMATION IN A 1D MODEL OF PRECIPITATION AND EVAPORATION: COMPARISON OF MIDDLE MIOCENE AND MODERN CLIMATES USING PLANT LIPID DEUTERIUM (δD) MEASUREMENTS
Abstract ID#: 226687

BLAIS, Brian¹, GANNON, Colin², LENG, Qin³, PATALANO, Robert³, and YANG, Hong³, (1) Science and Technology Department, Bryant University, 1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI 02917, bblais@bryant.edu, (2) Laboratory of Terrestrial Environments, Department of Science and Technology, College of Arts and Sciences, Bryant University, 1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI 02917, (3) Laboratory for Terrestrial Environments, Department of Science and Technology, College of Arts and Sciences, Bryant University, 1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI 02917

LATE CRETACEOUS LATITUDINAL GRADIENTS IN TEMPERATURE AND SEASONALITY USING THE MARINE OYSTER EXOGYRA CANCELLATA
Abstract ID#: 226894

MCGREGOR, Daren A., Department of Earth Sciences, Syracuse University, 204 Heroy Geology Laboratory, Syracuse, NY 13244, damcgreg@syr.edu, IVANY, Linda C., Department of Earth Sciences, Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY 13244, and DIETL, Gregory P., Paleontological Research Institution, 1259 Trumansburg Road, Ithaca, NY 14850-1398

PLEISTOCENE COOL-WATER CARBONATES: FORAMS AND BRYOZOANS FROM WEST TASMANIA SLOPE SEDIMENTS (ODP LEG 189, SITE 1168)
Abstract ID#: 226972

LEWANDOWSKI, Katherine J.¹, JUDGE, Shelley A.², HUGHES, Sara J.¹, ZUNK, Betsy³, GUERRETTAZ, Brandy D.¹, and KOOKEN, Kara A.¹, (1) Department of Geology-Geography, Eastern Illinois University, 600 Lincoln Ave, Charleston, IL 61920, kjlewandowski@eiu.edu, (2) Department of Geology, The College of Wooster, 944 College Mall, Scovel Hall, Wooster, OH 44691, (3) New Concord, OH 43762

USING REWORKED FORAMINIFERA AS AN INDICATOR OF LATE HOLOCENE CLIMATE CHANGE ON THE ANTARCTIC PENINSULA MARGIN
Abstract ID#: 226975

MARTIN, Samuel, Geology, Southern Illinois University Carbondale, 1259 Lincoln Drive, Carbondale, IL 62901, sammartin10@siu.edu and ISHMAN, Scott, Dept. of Geology & Center for Ecology, Southern Illinois Univ, 1259 Lincoln Drive, Carbondale, IL 62901-4324

A RECORD OF HOLOCENE PALEOCLIMATE FROM THE SUNDA SHELF, SOUTH CHINA SEA
Abstract ID#: 227006

WOODSON, Anna Lee¹, CULVER, Stephen J.¹, MALLINSON, David J.¹, VIJAYAN, V.R.², THUNELL, Robert C.³, LEORRI, Eduardo¹, PARHAM, Peter R.⁴, and SHAZILI, Noor A.M.⁴, (1) Department of Geological Sciences, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27858, woodsona12@students.ecu.edu, (2) Minerals and Geoscience Department Malaysia, 31400 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia, (3) Department of Geological Sciences, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC 29208, (4) Institute of Oceanography, University Malaysia Terengganu, 21030 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu, Malaysia

MECHANISMS OF ENHANCED ORGANIC CARBON SEQUESTRATION DURING THE EARLY APTIAN IN THE RESTRICTED ORGANYA BASIN
Abstract ID#: 227568

SANCHEZ-HERNANDEZ, Yosmel and MAURRASSE, Florentin J.M., Earth and Environment, Florida International University, 11200 SW 8th St # PC-344, Miami, FL 33199, ysanc016@fiu.edu

FIRST REPORT OF LARGE-DIAMETER BURROWS FROM THE MORRISON FORMATION AT SKYLINE DRIVE, CAñON CITY, COLORADO
Abstract ID#: 228082

JACKSON, Adam Matthew, The University of Kansas, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd, Room 120, Lawrence, KS 66045, adam.jackson@ku.edu and HASIOTIS, Stephen T., Department of Geology, University of Kansas, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd, 120 Lindley Hall, Lawrence, KS 66045-7613

BURROWS AND BREAK-INS ON THE TEXAS PERMIAN DELTA: STACKED AESTIVATING AMPHIBIANS AND ATTACKS BY DIMETRODON.
Abstract ID#: 228458

ZOEHFELD, K. Weidner., BAKKER, Robert T., FLIS, Chris J., PETTERSSON, Carl B., and BELL, Troy H., Department of Paleontology, Houston Museum of Natural Science, 5555 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, TX 77030-1799, zorilla47@aol.com

CONSTRAINING THE CAUSE OF THE END-GUADALUPIAN EXTINCTION WITH COUPLED RECORDS OF CARBON AND CALCIUM ISOTOPES
Abstract ID#: 228956

JOST, Adam B., Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences, Stanford University, 450 Serra Mall, Building 320, Stanford, CA 94305, abjost@stanford.edu, MUNDIL, Roland, Berkeley Geochronology Ctr, 2455 Ridge Rd, Berkeley, CA 94709-1211, HE, Bin, Key Lab of Isotope Geochronology and Geochemistry, Guangzhou Institute of Geochemistry, China Academy of Science, Guangzhou, 510640, China, BROWN, Shaun T., Center for Isotope Geochemistry, Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, Berkeley, CA 94720, ALTINER, Demir, Department of Geological Engineering, Middle East Technical University, Ankara, 06800, Turkey, SUN, Yadong, Department of Earth Sciences, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, 430074, China, DEPAOLO, Donald J., Earth and Planetary Science, University of California, Berkeley, 301 McCone Hall, Berkeley, CA 94720-4767, and PAYNE, Jonathan L., Dept. of Geological & Environmental Sciences, Stanford University, 450 Serra Mall, Building 320, Stanford, CA 94305

CLIMATE, ECOSYSTEM AND MELTWATER SOURCE IMPLICATIONS OF AN ARCTIC TO PACIFIC TRANSGRESSIONS, VIA THE BERING STRAIT, WITHIN THE LAST 22-7 CAL. KA. BP
Abstract ID#: 229438

NWAODUA, Emmanuel C., Dept. of Geology, Kent State University, 221 McGilvery Hall, Kent, OH 44242, enwaodua@kent.edu, ORTIZ, Joseph D., Dept. of Geology, Kent State University, 221 McGilvrey Hall, Kent, OH 44242, and NOF, Doron, Dept. of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL 32306

SHIFTING FORAMINIFERAL BIOFACIES AND STABLE ISOTOPES INDICATING SIGNIFICANT HOLOCENE OCEAN-ICE DYNAMICS, WESTERN ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
Abstract ID#: 229998

ISHMAN, Scott, Dept. of Geology & Center for Ecology, Southern Illinois Univ, 1259 Lincoln Drive, Carbondale, IL 62901-4324, sishman@siu.edu, MATULAITIS, Ilona, Department of Geology, Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Carbondale, IL 62901, and PRENTICE, Michael, Indo-Pacific Environmental Change Institute and Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Bloomington, IN 47408

RECREATING CAMBRIAN CLIMATE IN AN EMIC WITH COMPARISONS TO EVAPORITE PROXIES
Abstract ID#: 230017

KONONEN, Ross and SHELLITO, Cindy, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, University of Northern Colorado, 501 20th St, Campus Box 100, Greeley, CO 80639, rosskono@gmail.com

ISOTOPIC AND PETROGRAPHIC EVIDENCE FOR QUATERNARY LONG-TERM CLIMATE CHANGE FROM A STALAGMITE FROM THE SERRA DO COUREL OF SPAIN
Abstract ID#: 230767

SELLERS, Rachel C., Department of Geology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30605, sellers3@uga.edu

PALEOTEMPERATURE AND SEASONALITY IN THE EARLY EOCENE SOUTHERN NORTH SEA BASIN INFERRED FROM FOSSIL FISH OTOLITHS
Abstract ID#: 230931

VANHOVE, Daan¹, SPEIJER, Robert P.¹, STEURBAUT, Etienne², and IVANY, Linda C.³, (1) Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Leuven, Celestijnenlaan 200E, box 2410, Heverlee, 3001, Belgium, daan.vanhove@ees.kuleuven.be, (2) Department of Paleontology, Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences, Vautierstraat 29, Brussels, 1000, (3) Department of Earth Sciences, Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY 13244

MIOCENE BENTHIC FORAMINIFERA FROM NOSY MAHAKAMBY AND AMPARAFAKA, MAHAJANGA BASIN, NORTHWESTERN MADAGASCAR
Abstract ID#: 231518

RAMIHANGIHAJASON, Tolotra N.¹, ANDRIANAVALONA, Tsiory H.¹, RAZAFIMBELO, Rachel², RAHANTARISOA, Lydia², ALI, Jason R.³, and SAMONDS, Karen E.⁴, (1) D�partement de Pal�ontologie et d'Anthropologie Biologique, University of Antananarivo, Antananarivo, 101, Madagascar, ainaramihangi@gmail.com, (2) D�partement des Sciences de la Terre, Facult� des Sciences, University of Antananarivo, Antananarivo, 101, Madagascar, (3) Earth Sciences, University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam Road, Hong Kong, NA, (4) Department of Biological Sciences, Northern Illinois University, Dekalb, 60115

THE INTENSIFICATION OF NORTHERN COMPONENT DEEP WATER FORMATION DURING THE MID-PLEISTOCENE CLIMATE TRANSITION
Abstract ID#: 231583

POIRIER, Robert K., School of Marine Science and Policy, University of Delaware, 16051 Bowman Drive, Lewes, DE 19958, rkpoir@udel.edu and BILLUPS, Katharina, School of Marine Science and Policy, University of Delaware, 700 Pilottown Rd, Lewes, DE 19958

FORAMINIFERAL BIOSTRATIGRAPHY AND PALEOECOLOGY OF THE TURONIAN-CONIACIAN AUSTIN CHALK IN WEST TEXAS
Abstract ID#: 232037

LOWERY, Christopher M., Department of Geosciences, University of Massachusetts, 611 N. Pleasant St, Amherst, MA 01003, chris.lowery09@gmail.com, CORBETT, Matthew, BP America, 200 Westlake Park Blvd, Houston, TX 77079, and LECKIE, R. Mark, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Department of Geosciences UMass, 611 N. Pleasant St, Amherst, MA 01003

FORAMINIFERAL ASSEMBLAGES OF THE CENOMANIAN – TURONIAN BRIDGE CREEK LIMESTONE REVEAL THE COMPLEXITY OF A WARMING STORY OF THE CRETACEOUS WESTERN INTERIOR SEAWAY
Abstract ID#: 232516

ELDERBAK, Khalifa, Geosciences, University of Massachusetts Amherst, 611 North Pleasant St, Amherst, MA 01003, khalifa@geo.umass.edu and LECKIE, R. Mark, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Department of Geosciences UMass, 611 N. Pleasant St, Amherst, MA 01003

THE DISTRIBUTION AND ECOLOGY OF LIVING (STAINED) BENTHIC FORAMINIFERA ACROSS AN OXYGEN MINIMUM ZONE IN THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA BIGHT
Abstract ID#: 232649

PADDACK, Brendan D.¹, VENTURELI, Ryan¹, RATHBURN, Anthony¹, BEDRAVA, Steven¹, ZIEBIS, Wiebke², BURKETT, Ashley¹, and PEREZ, Elena M.³, (1) Earth and Environmental Sciences, Indiana State University, Terre Haute, IN 47809, bpaddack1@gmail.com, (2) Biological Sciences Department, Univ of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA 90089, (3) Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, London, England

ATMOSPHERIC CARBON DIOXIDE AND ITS RELATION TO CARBON CYCLE PERTURBATIONS DURING OCEAN ANOXIC EVENT 1D: A HIGH RESOLUTION RECORD FROM DISPERSED PLANT CUTICLE
Abstract ID#: 232724

RICHEY, Jon D.¹, UPCHURCH, Garland R.¹, JOECKEL, Robert², SMITH, John J.³, LUDVIGSON, Greg A.³, and LOMAX, Barry H.⁴, (1) Department of Biology, Texas State University - San Marcos, 601 University Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666, jr1698@txstate.edu, (2) School of Natural Resources, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, NE 68583, (3) Kansas Geological Survey, University of Kansas, 1930 Constant Ave, Lawrence, KS 66047-3726, (4) School of Biosciences, University of Nottingham, Sutton Bonington Campus, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, LE12 5RD, United Kingdom

A MID-HOLOCENE RECORD OF SEDIMENT DYNAMICS AND HIGH RESOLUTION ACCRETION RATES IN COASTAL SALT MARSHES FROM SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Abstract ID#: 233013

BROWN, Lauren N., Geography, University of California, Los Angeles, 1255 Bunche Hall Box 951524, Los Angeles, CA 90095, lnbrown@ucla.edu, HOLMQUIST, James R., Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of California, Los Angeles, 612 Charles E. Young Drive East P.O. Box 957246, Los Angeles, CA 90095, and MACDONALD, Glen M., Department of Geography, University of California at Los Angeles, 1255 Bunche Hall, Los Angeles, CA 90095

INSIGHTS INTO THE PATTERN AND TIMING OF THE FRASNIAN-FAMENNIAN BIOTIC CRISIS IN WESTERN CANADA FROM GEOCHEMISTRY AND ASTRONOMICAL TUNING
Abstract ID#: 233025

WHALEN, Michael T., Department of Geology and Geophysics, University of Alaska Fairbanks, P.O. Box 755780, Fairbanks, AK 99775, mtwhalen@gi.alaska.edu, DE VLEESCHOUWER, David, Earth System Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Pleinlaan 2, Brussels, 1050, Belgium, ŚLIWIńSKI, Maciej, Deptartment of Geoscience, Univesity of Wisconsin, Madison, Madison, WI 53706, DAY, James, E., Geography-Geology, Illinois State University, Campus Box 4400, Normal, IL 61790-4400, and CLAEYS, Philippe, Department of Geology, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Pleinlaan 2, Brussels, 1050, Belgium

STRONTIUM-BASED NERITIC CARBONATE SHEDDING RECORD AT IODP 325 HOLE 58A ON THE CENTRAL GREAT BARRIER REEF UPPER SLOPE: EVIDENCE FOR A DROWNED GBR DURING THE PEAK PENULTIMATE SEA-LEVEL HIGHSTAND (MIS-5E)
Abstract ID#: 233027

HARPER, Brandon B.¹, DROXLER, Andr� W.¹, PUGA BERNAB�U, �ngel², and WEBSTER, Jody³, (1) Earth Science, Rice University, 6100 Main Street, MS-126, Houston, TX 77005, bbh1@rice.edu, (2) Departamento de Estratigraf�a y Paleontolog�a, Universidad de Granada, Campus de Fuentenueva s.n, Granada, 18002, Spain, (3) School of Geosciences, University of Sydney, Sydney, 2006, Australia

THE USE OF δ¹³C VALUES IN FOSSIL RESINS AS A PROXY FOR CHANGES IN ATMOSPHERIC PO₂
Abstract ID#: 233265

TAPPERT, Ralf¹, MCKELLAR, Ryan C.², WOLFE, Alexander P.², TAPPERT, Michelle C.², and MUEHLENBACHS, Karlis², (1) Institute of Mineralogy & Petrography, Universit�t Innsbruck, Innsbruck, A-6020, Austria, (2) Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2E3, Canada, ryan.mckellar@ku.edu

A COMPARISON OF RAPID-SCREENING ¹⁴C DATES AND U-TH DATES FROM FOSSIL CORALS: IMPLICATIONS FOR PALEOCLIMATE RECONSTRUCTION
Abstract ID#: 233439

GROTHE, Pamela R.¹, COBB, Kim M.¹, BUSH, Shari L.², DOS SANTOS, Guaciara², SOUTHON, John³, CHENG, Hai⁴, and EDWARDS, R. Lawrence⁴, (1) School of Earth and Atmospheric Science, Georgia Institute of Technology, 311 Ferst Drive, Atlanta, GA 30332, pamela.grothe@gatech.edu, (2) Dept. of Earth System Science - Keck AMS Lab, UC Irvine, Irvine, CA 92697, (3) Earth System Science, University of California, B321 Croul Hall, Irvine, CA 92697, (4) Department of Earth Sciences, University of Minnesota, 310 Pillsbury Dr. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455

QUATERNARY GLACIAL SEQUENCES IN MONGOLIA – EVIDENCE OF CLIMATIC ASYNCHRONY
Abstract ID#: 233441

MORRISS, Matthew C.¹, WEGMANN, Karl¹, CARSON, Robert J.², and GOSSE, John³, (1) Department of Marine, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27695, mcmorri3@ncsu.edu, (2) Department of Geology, Whitman College, 345 Boyer, Walla Walla, WA 99362, (3) Department of Earth Sciences, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS B3J 3J5, Canada

A PALEOCEANOGRAPHIC ANALYSIS OF THE ELY SPRINGS DOLOMITE, EAST-CENTRAL CALIFORNIA: CONSTRAINING THE DURATION OF THE HIRNANTIAN GLACIATION
Abstract ID#: 233575

PILESKY, William, Geological Sciences, California State University Fullerton, 123 East Glenwood Ave, Fullerton, CA 92832, wpilesky@gmail.com and WOODS, Adam D., Department of Geological Sciences, California State University, Fullerton, 800 N. State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92834-6850

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Paleontology (Posters) I

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Paleontology (Posters) II

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Paleontology (Posters) III

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Paleontology I

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Paleontology II

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Paleontology III

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Paleontology IV

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Paleontology V

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Paleontology VI

Oral 14	Poster 16	Either 3	Total 33

Paleontology, Biogeography/Biostratigraphy Pool

Papers:

EXPLAINING THE PAST: CLASSICAL FOSSIL COLLECTIONS AS STUDY OBJECTS IN THE 21ST CENTURY
Abstract ID#: 220677

SCHEMM-GREGORY, Mena, Geosciences Centre and Department of Earth Sciences, University of Coimbra, Largo Marqu�s do Pombal, Coimbra, P-3000-272, Portugal, Mena_Schemm@gmx.de and FELDMAN, Howard R., Division of Paleontology (Invertebrates), American Museum of Natural History, 79th Street at Central Park West, New York, NY 10024

BIOSTRATIGRAPHY AND PALEOENVIRONMENT OF DEPOSITION OF NSUKKA FORMATION, ANAMBRA BASIN, SOUTHEASTERN NIGERIA
Abstract ID#: 221683

BANKOLE, Shereef Adebayo and OLA-BURAIMO, Olatunji .R, Chemical and Geological Sciences, Al-Hikmah University Ilorin, Adewole Housing Estate, P.M.B 1601, Ilorin, 240243, Nigeria, bayus4sure2@yahoo.com

FRASNIAN STROMATOPOROID-CORAL REEF ABOVE ALAMO IMPACT STORM-RELATED BACKWASH CHANNEL, NEEDLE RANGE, WESTERN UTAH
Abstract ID#: 222818

STOCK, Carl W., Department of Geological Sciences, University of Alabama, Emeritus, 31220 Florence Rd, Conifer, CO 80433, cstock@geo.ua.edu and SANDBERG, Charles A., U.S. Geological Survey, Denver, CO 80225

SILURIAN MEGALODONT BIVALVES AND SILURIAN(?)–DEVONIAN PLATY LIMESTONE: NEW MID-PALEOZOIC LINKS BETWEEN ALASKA’S ALEXANDER TERRANE, THE OLD RED SANDSTONE CONTINENT, AND N. ATLANTIC–CALEDONIDE TECTONICS
Abstract ID#: 223049

SOJA, Constance M.¹, CAPODIFERRO, Craig J.¹, WHITE, Brian², MCWILLIAMS, Gary³, BAICHTAL, James F.⁴, and KARL, Susan M.⁵, (1) Geology, Colgate Univ, 13 Oak Drive, Hamilton, NY 13346, csoja@colgate.edu, (2) Department of Geosciences, Smith College, Northampton, MA 01063, (3) Stone Arts of Alaska, Craig, AK 99921, (4) U.S. Forest Service, Tongass National Forest, Thorne Bay Ranger District, P.O. Box 19001, Thorne Bay, AK 99919, (5) USGS, 4210 University Dr, Anchorage, AK 99508-4626

THE PALEOBIOGEOGRAPHICAL EFFECTS OF THE PARIETAL FORAMEN ON MOSASAURS
Abstract ID#: 223696

CONNOLLY, Andrew M., Department of Geology, University of Kansas, Lawrence, 66045, andrewco@ku.edu, MARTIN, Larry D., Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Kansas, Museum of Natural History, Lawrence, KS 66045, and HASIOTIS, Stephen T., Department of Geology, University of Kansas, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd, 120 Lindley Hall, Lawrence, KS 66045-7613

PROGRESS REPORT ON THE FIRST UINTA C MICRO-MAMMAL FAUNA FROM THE UINTA BASIN AND ITS COMPARISON WITH THE CASA BLANCA MAMMAL COMMUNITY FROM LAREDO, TEXAS
Abstract ID#: 223768

WESTGATE, James W., Earth & Space Sciences, Lamar University, PO Box 10031, Beaumont, TX 77710, james.westgate@lamar.edu, TOWNSEND, Beth, Midwestern University, Glendal, AZ 85308, COPE, Dana, Sociology & Anthropology, College of Charleston, Charleston, SC 29424, and GARTNER, Christine, Earth & Space Sciences, Lamar University, POB 10031, Earth & Space Sciences, Beaumont, TX 77710

RETURN TO THE SEDIMENTARY RECORD OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE IN THE AMERICAN DESERTS
Abstract ID#: 224370

MINCKLEY, Thomas, Department of Geography, University of Wyoming, Laramie, WY 82071, minckley@uwyo.edu

UPPER MAASTRICHTIAN AMMONITE BIOSTRATIGRAPHY OF THE NORTHEASTERN GULF COASTAL PLAIN
Abstract ID#: 225323

LARINA, Ekaterina¹, LANDMAN, Neil H.², GARB, Matthew P.¹, MYERS, Corinne E.³, and ROVELLI, Remy¹, (1) Earth and Environmental Sciences, Brooklyn College, 2900 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11210, larina.katya@gmail.com, (2) Division of Paleontology (Invertebrates), American Museum of Natural History, Central Park West at 79th Street, New York, NY 10024-5192, (3) Geology, University of Kansas, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd, 120 Lindley Hall, Lawrence, KS 66045

PRELIMINARY STUDY ON THE ICHNOPEDOFACIES OF THE MIXED CARBONATE-SILICICLASTIC, LOWER PERMIAN HALGAITO FORMATION, GOOSENECKS, SOUTHEASTERN UTAH
Abstract ID#: 225450

GOLAB, James A., Department of Geology, University of Kansas, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd, Lindley Hall, Lawrence, KS 66045, jgolab@ku.edu, HASIOTIS, Stephen T., Department of Geology, University of Kansas, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd, 120 Lindley Hall, Lawrence, KS 66045-7613, and RASMUSSEN, Donald L., Paradox Basin Data, 1450 Kay Street, Longmont, CO 80501

OSTRACOD FAUNAS IN THE GUADALUPE MOUNTAINS: THE FIRST STEP
Abstract ID#: 225888

LERBACK, Jory C., GeoCorps, 715 W 11th St, Claremont, CA 91711, jlerback@fandm.edu

REGIONAL CLIMATIC EFFECTS OF A LARGE ASH FALL ON THE MICROFOSSILS OF THE MIOCENE LATAH FORMATION
Abstract ID#: 225933

PIPIS, Stefanie A., Southwestern Energy Company, 1000 Southwestern Energy Drive, Conway, AR 72032, stefanie_pipis@swn.com

CAMPANIAN-MAASTRICHTIAN CLAY-RICH SEQUENCES ALONG THE NORTH PACIFIC MARGIN: KEY SEQUENCES FOR EARLY COOLING HISTORY OF CRETACEOUS GREENHOUSE EARTH
Abstract ID#: 227346

HASEGAWA, Takashi¹, MORIYA, Kazuyoshi¹, and HAGGART, James W.², (1) University of British Columbia, Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences, 2207 Main Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4f, Canada, jh7ujr@staff.kanazawa-u.ac.jp, (2) Geol Survey Canada, 101-605 Robson St, Vancouver, BC V6B 5J3, Canada

CONODONT BIOSTRATIGRAPHY OF THE EAST LIBERTY BONE BED AND SUBJACENT BEDS, BELLEFONTAINE OUTLIER, EAST LIBERTY, OHIO, USA
Abstract ID#: 227497

MANN, Keith O., Department of Geology and Geography, Ohio Wesleyan University, Delaware, OH 43015, KOMann@OWU.edu

PLIOCENE-PLEISTOCENE CALCAREOUS NANNOFOSSIL BIOSTRATIGRAPHY OF IODP HOLE 1396C, ADJACENT TO MONTSERRAT ISLAND IN THE LESSER ANTILLES: OBSERVATION OF EXTREME DIAGENESIS
Abstract ID#: 227579

ALJAHDALI, Mohammed¹, BEHZAD, Ali², MISSIMER, Thomas M.², WISE, Sherwood W. Jr³, and EXPEDITION 340, Science Party⁴, (1) Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences, Florida State University, 108 Carraway Bldg, Geological Sciences, Tallahassee, FL 32306, ma10u@my.fsu.edu, (2) King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, Thuwal, 23955-6900, Saudi Arabia, (3) Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science, Florida State University, 108 Carraway Building, Tallahassee, FL 32306, (4) Integrated Ocean Drilling Program, TAMU, 1000 Discovery Drive, College Station, TX 77845

NEOTROPICAL VERTEBRATE FAUNA FROM THE NEOGENE OF LA GUAJIRA, COLOMBIA
Abstract ID#: 228092

MART�NEZ, Camila, Plant Biology, Cornell University, 412 Mann Library Building, Ithaca, NY 14853, cm695@cornell.edu, MORENO, J.F, Center for Tropical Paleoecology and Archaeology, Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, Panama City, 9100, Panama, VALLEJO, Maria Camila, Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, Unit 0948, APO AA 34002, Balboa, Ancon, 0843-03092, Panama, and JARAMILLO, Carlos, Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, Unit 0948, APO AA 34002, Balboa, Ancon, 0843-03092, Panama

LATE PLIOCENE-PLEISTOCENE CLIMATE CHANGE FROM LA GUAJIRA PENINSULA (COLOMBIA)
Abstract ID#: 228142

MORENO, J.F, Center for Tropical Paleoecology and Archaeology, Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, Panama City, 9100, Panama, federicomrn@gmail.com, MART�NEZ, Camila, Plant Biology, Cornell University, 412 Mann Library Building, Ithaca, NY 14853, and JARAMILLO, Carlos, Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, Unit 0948, APO AA 34002, Balboa, Ancon, 0843-03092, Panama

FLOIAN (EARLY ORDOVICIAN) CHITINOZOANSFROM SOUTH CHINA
Abstract ID#: 228248

WANG, Wenhui, 1. School of Earth Sciences and Engineering, Nanjing University, Xianlin Street 163, Nanjing, 210043, China, LI, Jun, Nanjing Institute of Geology and Palaeontology, 39 East Beijing Road, Nanjing, 210008, China, junli@nigpas.ac.cn, and TANG, Peng, State Key Laboratory of Paleobiology and Stratigraphy, 39 East Beijing Road, Nanjing, Nanjing, 210008, China

BIOGEOGRAPHIC TRENDS OF THE BLASTOID FAMILY SCHIZOBLASTIDAE
Abstract ID#: 228790

MORGAN, Ryan, Department of Geology, Baylor University, One Bear Place #97354, Waco, TX 76798, Ryan_Morgan1@Baylor.edu

THE DIGITAL ATLAS OF NEOGENE LIFE
Abstract ID#: 229662

HENDRICKS, Jonathan R.¹, PORTELL, Roger W.², LENCI, Eric M.¹, ABDOLLAHIAN, Nina¹, LENCI, Anthony M.¹, KITTLE, B. Alex³, and ROBERTS, Sean W.⁴, (1) Department of Geology, San Jos� State University, Duncan Hall 321, San Jos�, CA 95192, jonathan.hendricks@sjsu.edu, (2) Florida Museum of Natural History, University of Florida, 1659 Museum Road, PO Box 117800, Gainesville, FL 32611, (3) Florida Museum of Natural History, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611, (4) Florida Museum of Natural History, P.O. Box 117800, Gainesville, FL 32611

STRATIGRAPHY AND PALEONTOLOGY OF LATE CRETACEOUS TO PALEOCENE STRATA ON THE WESTERN ROSILLOS MOUNTAIN RANCH, BREWSTER COUNTY, TEXAS
Abstract ID#: 230008

ADAMS, Ashley L. and BUSBEY, Arthur, School of Geology, Energy, and the Environment, Texas Christian University, TCU Box 298830, Fort Worth, TX 76129, a.lynn.adams@tcu.edu

ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS ON UPPER CAMBRIAN MICROBIALITE MORPHOLOGIES
Abstract ID#: 230286

COULSON, Ken P., Dept of Earth and Biological Sciences, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA 92350, kcoulson@llu.edu, BRAND, Leonard R., Department of Earth and Biological Sciences, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA 92350, and CHADWICK, Arthur V., Geology, Southwestern Adventist University, 100 Magnolia, Keene, TX 76059

THE UTILITY OF MUSEUM COLLECTIONS FOR PALEONTOLOGIC RESEARCH IN ALASKAN NATIONAL PARKS
Abstract ID#: 230397

BLODGETT, Robert B., Geological Consultant, 2821 Kingfisher Drive, Anchorage, AK 99502, RobertBBlodgett@gmail.com and SANTUCCI, Vincent L., National Park Service, Geologic Resources Division, 1201 Eye Street NW, Washington, DC 20005

DISPERSAL AND THE GROWTH OF ALLOCHTHONOUS BENTHIC FORAMINIFERA IN SHELF TO BATHYAL SETTINGS, WESTERN NORTH ATLANTIC
Abstract ID#: 230993

LANG, Darin M., Department of Geology, University of Georgia, Department of Geology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602, dlang2@uga.edu, BERNHARD, Joan M., Department of Geology & Geophysics, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Woods Hole, MA 02543, and GOLDSTEIN, Susan T., Department of Geology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602

TRILOBITE BIOSTRATIGRAPHY ACROSS THE BASE OF THE WHITEROCKIAN SERIES (ORDOVICIAN) AT ITS TYPE SECTION, WHITEROCK CANYON NARROWS, NEVADA
Abstract ID#: 231705

LOCH, James, SEPAS (Earth Science), University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, MO 64093, loch@ucmo.edu

FORAMINIFERA OF THE HUDSON RIVER ESTUARY:INTERPRETATIONS OF PALEOENVIRONMENT AND CATASTROPHIC EVENTS
Abstract ID#: 231749

STELLING, Jonathan Michael, School of Theoretical and Applied Science, Ramapo College of New Jersey, Mahwah, NJ 07430, jstellin@ramapo.edu, ABBOTT, Dallas H., Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, Palisades, NY 10964, and BREGER, Dee, Micrographic Arts, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

NEW PERSPECTIVES ON THE LATE PLEISTOCENE TO EARLY HOLOCENE VEGETATION TRANSITION IN THE NORTHERN MOJAVE DESERT
Abstract ID#: 232172

BALMAKI, Behnaz, Great Basin & Mojave Paleoenvironmental Research & Consulting, Reno, NV 89506-9128, b.balmaki@hotmail.com and WIGAND, Peter E., Department of Geological Sciences, California State University, Bakersfield, CA 93311

CONNECTIONS: USING DIGITAL TECHNIQUES TO UNLOCK THE RESEARCH POTENTIAL OF COLLECTIONS
Abstract ID#: 232872

MOLINEUX, Ann, Non-vertebrate Paleontology Laboratory, Jackson School of Geosciences, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX 78758, annm@austin.utexas.edu, BURROUGHS, Robert W., Jackson School of Geosciences, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX 78705, and URBAN, Tomislav, Texas Advanced Computing Center, The University of Texas at Austin, Research Office Complex, Bldg 196, J.J.Pickle Research Campus, 10100 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX 78758-4497

ALASKAN TRILOBITES REVISITED: NEW INSIGHTS TO CAMBRIAN-ORDOVICIAN PALEOGEOGRAPHY FROM FAUNAS OF THE NANOOK LIMESTONE
Abstract ID#: 233135

TAYLOR, John F., Geoscience Dept, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana, PA 15705, jftaylor@iup.edu and STRAUSS, Justin V., Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, Harvard University, 20 Oxford Street, Cambridge, MA 02138

NOTES ON FOSSIL COLLECTIONS FROM THE MAUCH CHUNK GROUP (UPPER MISSISSIPPIAN, CHESTERIAN) IN THE EARLY GEOLOGICAL SURVEY OF MERCER, MONROE, AND SUMMERS COUNTIES, WEST VIRGINIA
Abstract ID#: 233270

PECK, Robert L., Department of Physical Sciences, Concord University, Athens, WV 24712, fossilpecker@netscape.net

BUILDING UP THE BIOTA IN NOVEL ENVIRONMENTS: INSIGHTS USING THE FOSSIL RECORD OF EPEIRIC SEAS
Abstract ID#: 233408

CHANG, Lucy, University of California Museum of Paleontology, University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, CA 94720, luchang@berkeley.edu

A SLIPPERY SITUATION: THEROPOD TRACKS AT CARRIZO CREEK, CIMARRON COUNTY, OKLAHOMA
Abstract ID#: 233512

HAMMOND, J. Seth, Department of Geosciences, Fort Hays State University, 600 Park Street, Hays, KS 67601, jshammond@scatcat.fhsu.edu

MICRO AND ULTRAFACIES OF A MICROBIAL REEF FROM THE MULDE EVENT INTERVAL (HOMERIAN, MIDDLE SILURIAN) FROM PODOLIA, WESTERN UKRAINE
Abstract ID#: 233705

CASTAGNER, Ariane¹, JAROCHOWSKA, Emilia², MUNNECKE, Axel², and DESROCHERS, Andr�¹, (1) Department of Earth Sciences, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, Canada, acast097@uottawa.ca, (2) GeoZentrum Nordbayern, Fachgruppe Pal�oumwelt, Universit�t Erlangen, Loewenichstrasse 28, Erlangen, D-91054, Germany

USE OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL SERIATION CURVES IN PALEONTOLOGY
Abstract ID#: 234105

HANNIBAL, Joseph T., Cleveland Museum of Natural History, 1 Wade Oval Drive, Cleveland, OH 44106-1767, jhanniba@cmnh.org

Oral 24	Poster 19	Either 0	Total 43

Paleontology, Diversity, Extinction, Origination Pool

Papers:

THE END-DEVONIAN HANGENBERG EVENT: CAUSES AND CONSEQUENCES OF A MAJOR BOTTLENECK IN VERTEBRATE EVOLUTION
Abstract ID#: 220229

SALLAN, Lauren, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and Michigan Society of Fellows, University of Michigan, 1076 Ruthven Museums Bldg, 1109 Geddes Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1079, lsallan@umich.edu

ROOTING THE EARLY CRINOID DIVERSIFICATION WITH THE EOCRINOID RHOPALOCYSTIS
Abstract ID#: 221758

AUSICH, William I.¹, RHENBERG, Elizabeth C.¹, KAMMER, Thomas W.², and DELINE, Bradley³, (1) School of Earth Sciences, The Ohio State University, 275 Mendenhall Lab, 125 S. Oval Mall, Columbus, OH 43210, ausich.1@osu.edu, (2) Department of Geology and Geography, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV 26506-6300, (3) Department of Geosciences, University of West Georgia, 1601 Maple Street, Carrollton, GA 30118

THE PALEOZOIC ENCRUSTING SCLEROBIONTS ALLONEMA AND ASCODICTYON: COMPONENT PARTS OF ORGANISMS BELONGING TO THE SAME PROBLEMATIC GROUP
Abstract ID#: 221920

WILSON, Mark A., Department of Geology, The College of Wooster, 944 College Mall, Wooster, OH 44691, mwilson@wooster.edu and TAYLOR, Paul D., Department of Earth Sciences, Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, Natural History Museum, London, SW7 5BD, United Kingdom

FROM ABELICHNUS TO ZOOPHYCOS: AN ONLINE CATALOGUE OF ICHNOTAXA
Abstract ID#: 223590

CONNOLLY, Andrew M., Department of Geology, University of Kansas, Lawrence, 66045, andrewco@ku.edu, GOLAB, James A., Geology and Geological Engineering, Colorado School of Mines, 1516 Illinois Street, Golden, CO 80401, WOLFE, Benjamin A., Department of Natural Sciences, Metropolitan Community College-Blue River, 20301 E. 78 Highway, Independence, MO 64057, WILDERMUTH, Sarah, Department of Geology, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS 66046, HAMMERSBURG, Sean R., Department of Geology, University of Kansas, 2408 Alabama St. C10, Lawrence, KS 66046, DZENOWSKI, Nicole, Department of Geology, University of Kansas, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd. Room 120, Lawrence, KS 66045-7594, RAISANEN, Derek C.W., Geology, Universit of Kansas, Lindley Hall, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd. Room 120, Lawrence, KS 66045-7594, SCHMERGE, Joshua, Department of Geology, The University of Kansas, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd. Room. 120, Lawrence, KS 66045, FALK, Amanda R., Geology, University of Kansas, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd, 120 Lindley Hall, Lawrence, KS 66045-7613, and HASIOTIS, Stephen T., Department of Geology, University of Kansas, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd, 120 Lindley Hall, Lawrence, KS 66045-7613

FIRST BRYOZOAN FAUNA DESCRIBED FROM THE JURASSIC TROPICS: SPECIMENS FROM THE MATMOR FORMATION (MIDDLE JURASSIC, UPPER CALLOVIAN) IN SOUTHERN ISRAEL
Abstract ID#: 223886

BOSCH, Stephanie¹, WILSON, Mark A.¹, and TAYLOR, Paul D.², (1) Department of Geology, The College of Wooster, 944 College Mall, Wooster, OH 44691, sbosch14@wooster.edu, (2) Department of Earth Sciences, Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, Natural History Museum, London, SW7 5BD, United Kingdom

POSSIBLE SCALE-BEARING PROTISTS IN THE MID-NEOPROTEROZOIC CHUAR GROUP, GRAND CANYON, AND UINTA MOUNTAIN GROUP, UTAH
Abstract ID#: 224620

PORTER, Susannah M., Earth Science, University of California at Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA 93106, porter@geol.ucsb.edu, DEHLER, Carol M., Department of Geology, Utah State University, 4505 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322-4505, MOORE, John L., Department of Earth Science, University of California, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA 93106, RIEDMAN, Leigh Anne, Earth Science, University of California, Santa Barbara, 1006 Webb Hall, Department of Earth Science, UCSB, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, and WANG, Steve C., Mathematics and Statistics, Swarthmore College, 500 College Ave, Swarthmore, PA 19081

A LOW-DIVERSITY MOLLUSCAN ASSEMBLAGE FROM THE PLEISTOCENE OF HORRY CO., SOUTH CAROLINA
Abstract ID#: 224831

KELLEY, Patricia H.¹, STANFORD, Samantha D.¹, ALEXANDER, Christian B.¹, HORNE, Stephen L.¹, WALL, Corben N.¹, WHITE, Samantha M.¹, and DIETL, Gregory P.², (1) Geography and Geology, University of North Carolina Wilmington, Wilmington, NC 28403, cnw3077@uncw.edu, (2) Paleontological Research Institution, 1259 Trumansburg Road, Ithaca, NY 14850-1398

SURVIVING THE CAMBRIAN EXPLOSION: QINELLA FROM DEATH VALLEY, CALIFORNIA
Abstract ID#: 225421

MCMENAMIN, Mark A.S.¹, HUGHES, Whitney A.¹, and MCMENAMIN, Jessica M.², (1) Geology and Geography, Mount Holyoke College, South Hadley, MA 01075, mmcmenam@mtholyoke.edu, (2) The Orchard School, 63 Silver Street, South Hadley, MA 01075

HIGH MORPHOLOGICAL DIVERSITY OF ORGANIC-WALLED MICROFOSSILS FROM THE MID-NEOPROTEROZOIC ALINYA FORMATION, OFFICER BASIN, AUSTRALIA
Abstract ID#: 225485

RIEDMAN, Leigh Anne, Earth Science, University of California, Santa Barbara, 1006 Webb Hall, Department of Earth Science, UCSB, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, lriedman@umail.ucsb.edu and PORTER, Susannah M., Earth Science, University of California at Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA 93106

CREATING AN ONLINE INVERTEBRATE PALEONTOLOGY MUSEUM: TURNING FOSSILS INTO DIGITAL DATA
Abstract ID#: 225734

BRAME, Hannah R., Department of Geological Sciences, Ohio University, 316 Clippinger Laboratories, Ohio University, Athens, OH 45701, hc110809@ohio.edu, STIGALL, Alycia L., Department of Geological Sciences and Ohio Center for Ecology and Evolutionary Studies, Ohio University, 316 Clippinger Lab, Athens, OH 45701, and BAUER, Jennifer E., Geological Sciences, Ohio University, Department of Geological Sciences, 316 Clippinger Laboratories, Athens, OH 45701

THE ROLE OF ENVIRONMENT IN THE EVOLUTION OF EXTREME LONGEVITY IN BIVALVES
Abstract ID#: 225785

MOSS, David K., Department of Earth Sciences, Syracuse University, 204 Heroy Geology Laboratory, Syracuse, NY 13244, dkmoss@syr.edu and IVANY, Linda C., Department of Earth Sciences, Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY 13244

PHYLOGENETICALLY CLUSTERED ORIGINATION AND EXTINCTION FOLLOWING THE LATE ORDOVICIAN MASS EXTINCTION
Abstract ID#: 225837

KRUG, Andrew Z. and PATZKOWSKY, Mark E., Department of Geosciences, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802, azk102@psu.edu

THE TWO-EXTINCTION MODEL FOR THE K-PG EXTINCTIONS
Abstract ID#: 226156

ROBERTSON, Douglas S., Cires, University of Colorado, Campus Box 216, Boulder, CO 80309, doug@cires.colorado.edu, LEWIS, William M., Dept. of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and CIRES, University of Colorado, Boulder, CO 80309, SHEEHAN, Peter M., Geology, Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W. Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, and TOON, Owen B., Dept. of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences and Lab. for Atmospheric and Space Physics, University of Colorado, Boulder, CO 80309

SPECIES LONGEVITY IN NORTH AMERICAN FOSSIL MAMMALS
Abstract ID#: 226478

PROTHERO, Donald, Vertebrate Paleontology, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, 900 Exposition Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90007, donaldprothero@att.net

RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN DISPERSAL, GEOGRAPHIC RANGE, AND DIVERSITY IN THE ROSALES: EVIDENCE FOR LINEAGE SELECTION?
Abstract ID#: 228245

SIMPSON, Andrew G., Department of Paleobiology/Behavior, Ecology, Evolution, and Systematics, National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution/University of Maryland, College Park, Washington, DC 20740, andy.g.simpson@gmail.com, WING, Scott, Paleobiology, National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC 20560, and FENSTER, Charles, Department of Biology, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742

BARON CUVIER IN NORTH TEXAS: EARLIEST CLASSIC EXTINCTION OF LARGE LAND HERBIVORES, IN THE EARLY PERMIAN CLEAR FORK GROUP
Abstract ID#: 228321

BAKKER, Robert T., TEMPLE, David Porter, and ZOEHFELD, K. Weidner., Department of Paleontology, Houston Museum of Natural Science, 5555 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, TX 77030-1799, zorilla47@aol.com

CAPITANIAN (PERMIAN) LOW-LATITUDE SHELF LIMESTONE IN JAPAN AND THE G-LB EVENT IN FAR-EAST SOUTH CHINA
Abstract ID#: 228325

ISOZAKI, Yukio, Univ Tokyo, 3-8-1 Komaba, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 153-8902 Japan, isozaki@ea.c.u-tokyo.ac.jp

PALEOECOLOGICAL RECONSTRUCTION USING POINT COUNTS AND ANALYSIS OF SILICIFIED FAUNAS FROM LOWER TRIASSIC CARBONATES, MUDDY MOUNTAINS, SOUTHERN NEVADA
Abstract ID#: 228355

WESTACOTT, Sophie, Geosciences, Smith College, Northampton, MA 01027, swestaco@smith.edu, PAYNE, Jonathan L., Dept. of Geological & Environmental Sciences, Stanford University, 450 Serra Mall, Building 320, Stanford, CA 94305, and PRUSS, Sara B., Department of Geosciences, Smith College, Northampton, MA 01063

A PRELIMINARY INVESTIGATION INTO THE OCCURANCE OF CARBONIZED WOOD IN THE CRIPPLE CREEK VOLCANIC COMPLEX
Abstract ID#: 228610

VEATCH, Steven Wade, Earth Science Department, Emporia State University, 1823 South Mountain Estates Road, Florissant, CO 80816, BROWN, Timothy R., Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Mining Company, 2755 Hwy 67, Cripple Creek, CO 80813, SEPULVEDA, Zachary J., Colorado Scientific Society, 20355 True Vista Circle, Monument, CO 80816, zjsepulveda@gmail.com, and MILLER, Ian M., Dept. of Earth Sciences, Denver Museum of Nature and Science, Denver, CO 80205

ONE CONE, TWO GENDERS: COULD LATE PALEOZOIC BISEXUAL CORDAITEANS BE ANGIOSPERM ANCESTORS?
Abstract ID#: 229448

RAYMOND, Anne¹, COSTANZA, Suzanne H.², and CORREA, Julian¹, (1) Department of Geology & Geophysics, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843, raymond@geo.tamu.edu, (2) Botanical Museum, Harvard University, 26 Oxford Street, Cambridge, MA 02138

RHYNCHONELLIFORM BRACHIOPOD EXTINCTION SELECTIVITY PATTERNS BEFORE, DURING, AND AFTER THE LATE ORDOVICIAN MASS EXTINCTION
Abstract ID#: 229882

FINNEGAN, Seth, Department of Integrative Biology and Museum of Paleontology, University of California, Valley Life Sciences Building, Berkeley, CA 94720-3140, sethf@berkeley.edu, RASMUSSEN, Christian M. �., Department of Geology, Lund University, Lund, S-223 62, Sweden, and HARPER, David A.T., Department of Earth Sciences, University of Durham, Science Laboratories, Durham, Durham, DH1 3LE, United Kingdom

DECIPHERING BIOTIC RESPONSES TO RAPID CLIMATE CHANGE AT THE PLIO-PLEISTOCENE BOUNDARY
Abstract ID#: 230062

MALENICK, Bethany A., Geological Sciences, California State University, Fullerton, 800 N. State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92834-6850, bmalenick@fullerton.edu and BONUSO, Nicole, Geological Sciences, California State University, 800 N. State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92834-6850

A TROPICAL RECORD OF TERMINAL FAMENNIAN EVENTS: COLORADO’S DYER FORMATION
Abstract ID#: 230158

HAGADORN, James W., SOAR, Linda K., and BULLECKS, James, Department of Earth Sciences, Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd, Denver, CO 80205, linda.soar@redrockwin.com

ESTIMATING THE TEMPO OF THE CAMBRIAN EXPLOSION
Abstract ID#: 230359

WANG, Chengying¹, GAI, Linda¹, WANG, Steve C.¹, MOORE, John L.², PORTER, Susannah M.², and MALOOF, Adam C.³, (1) Mathematics and Statistics, Swarthmore College, 500 College Ave, Swarthmore, PA 19081, cwang3@swarthmore.edu, (2) Department of Earth Science, University of California, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA 93106, (3) Department of Geosciences, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ 08544

DESCRIPTION, CLASSIFICATION, AND PALEOECOLOGY OF THE OLIGOCENE SALAMANDERS OF OREGON.
Abstract ID#: 230383

JACISIN, John J. III, Geological Sciences, University of Oregon, 2973 Portland Street, Eugene, MI 97405, jjj@uoregon.edu and HOPKINS, Samantha S.B., Clark Honors College and Geological Sciences, Univ of Oregon, 1272 University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97403

CHEMOSTRATIGRAPHY OF THE FURONGIAN (UPPER CAMBRIAN) DEPOSITS OF THE SINO-KOREAN CRATON: INSIGHTS ON GLOBAL CORRELATION AND TRILOBITE EXTINCTIONS
Abstract ID#: 230524

MCKENZIE, N. Ryan¹, GILL, Benjamin C.², CHEN, Jitao³, PARK, Tae-yoon⁴, MYROW, Paul M.⁵, WOO, Jusun⁴, HUGHES, Nigel C.⁶, and CHOI, Duck K.⁷, (1) Department of Geological Sciences, University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX 78752, rmckenzie@jsg.utexas.edu, (2) Department of Geosciences, Virginia Polytechnic Institute & University, Blacksburg, VA 24061, (3) Nanjing Institute of Geology and Paleontology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 39 E Beijing Road, Nanjing, 210008, China, (4) Division of Polar Earth-System Sciences, Korea Polar Research Institute, Incheon, 406-840, South Korea, (5) Department of Geology, Colorado College, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, (6) Department of Earth Sciences, University of California, Riverside, CA 92521, (7) School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Seoul National University, San 56-1, Sillim-dong, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 151-742, South Korea

A NEW MIDDLE ORDOVICIAN SKELETAL-DOMINATED REEF ASSOCIATION FROM KOREA
Abstract ID#: 230657

OH, Jae Ryong, Dept. of Earth and Envrionmental Sciences, Korea University, Anam-Dong, Seongbuk-Gu, Seoul, 136-713, South Korea, ggilli@korea.ac.kr, CHOH, Suk-Joo, Dept. of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Korea University, Anam-Dong, Seongbuk-Gu, Seoul, 136-713, South Korea, and LEE, Dong-Jin, Dept. of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Andong National University, Andong, 760-749, South Korea

CAN EVOLUTIONARY MECHANISMS BE DETECTED IN THE FOSSIL RECORD? A CASE STUDY FROM THE EOCENE REPUBLIC FLORA
Abstract ID#: 230812

DEVORE, Melanie L., Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences, Georgia College & State University, Milledgeville, GA 31061, melanie.devore@gcsu.edu and PIGG, Kathleen B., School of Life Sciences, Arizona State University, PO Box 874501, Tempe, AZ 85287-4501

SPECIES DIFFERENTIATION IN THE PERMIAN GENUS HAMIAPOLLENITES WILSON, 1962 IN OKLAHOMA
Abstract ID#: 230896

MCGUIRE, H., Department of Biology, University of Oklahoma, 730 Van Vleet Oval, Norman, OK 73019 and LUPIA, R., Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History / School of Geology & Geophysics, University of Oklahoma, 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK 73072, rlupia@ou.edu

TESTING PATTERNS OF CO-OCCURRENCE AMONG PLANT AND MAMMAL SPECIES IN COMMUNITY ASSEMBLAGES FROM DEEP TIME TO THE RECENT
Abstract ID#: 230925

LYONS, S. Kathleen, Paleobiology, Smithsonian, P.O. Box 37012, Washington, DC 20013-7012, lyonss2@si.edu, BLOIS, Jessica, Department of Geography, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI 53706, GOTELLI, Nicholas J., Department of Biology, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT 05405, BEHRENSMEYER, Anna K., Smithsonian Inst, NHB-121, Washington, DC 20560-0121, FAITH, J. Tyler, School of Social Science, University of Queensland, Michie Building (#9), Brisbane, 4072, Australia, AMATANGELO, Kathryn L., Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Brown University, Providence, RI 02906, DIMICHELE, William A., Dept. of Paleobiology, National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution, Constitution Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20530, DU, Andrew, Hominid Paleobiology Doctoral Program, Department of Anthropology, George Washington University, Center for the Advanced Study of Hominid Paleobiology, Washington, DC 20052, and ERONEN, Jussi T., Department of Geosciences & Geography, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, 00014, Finland

APPLYING NEUTRAL THEORY TO THE FOSSIL RECORD: GUIDELINES FOR ESTIMATING HUBBELL'S THETA
Abstract ID#: 231013

SCLAFANI, Judith A., PLATSKY, Allison Lee-Ann, JENKINS, Chelsea, and HOLLAND, Steven M., Department of Geology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602, jas11@uga.edu

A REMARKABLE SEA-LEVEL DROP ACROSS THE GUADALUPIAN-LOPINGIAN BOUNDARY (PERMIAN) IN THE LOW-LATITUDES: UNIQUE HIATUS DETECTED ON A MID-PANTHALASSAN PALEO-ATOLL COMPLEX
Abstract ID#: 231245

KOFUKUDA, Daisuke, The Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, The University of Tokyo, 3-8-1 Komaba, Meguro, Tokyo, 153-8902, Japan, kofukuda@ea.c.u-tokyo.ac.jp, ISOZAKI, Yukio, Univ Tokyo, 3-8-1 Komaba, Meguro-ku, Tokyo, 153-8902, Japan, KANI, Tomomi, Graduate School of Science and Technology, Kumamoto Univ, 2-39-1 Kurokami, Kumamoto, 860-8555, Japan, HISANABE, Chihiro, Science & Technology, Kumamoto Univ, 2-39-1 Kurokami, Kumamoto, 860-8555, Japan, and ISHIMURA, Toyoho, Geology and Geoinformation, Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, 1-1-1 Higashi, Tsukuba, 305-8567, Japan

CORRELATION OF THE LOWER AND UPPER KELLWASSER EXTINCTION EVENTS (LATE DEVONIAN) IN THE APPALACHIAN BASIN
Abstract ID#: 231394

CSONKA, Jayme D., Center for Integrative Geosciences, University of Connecticut, 354 Mansfield Rd U-2045, Storrs, CT 06269, jayme.csonka@uconn.edu, BUSH, Andrew M., Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and Center for Integrative Geosciences, University of Connecticut, 75 N. Eagleville Road, Unit 3043, Storrs, CT 06269, and BRAME, Roderic I., All Saints' Academy, 5001 State Road 540 West, Winter Haven, FL 33880-8009

A PALEOENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS OF THE MIDDLE DEVONIAN GRAVEL POINT FORMATION, WESTERN MICHIGAN
Abstract ID#: 231803

MOHAN, J.E., Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, Central Michigan University, Brooks Hall, Room 314, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48859, Mohan1je@cmich.edu

EMERGENT PATTERNS: THE LIVING FOSSIL MENAGERIE AND THE CONCEPT OF STASIS
Abstract ID#: 232131

LIDGARD, Scott, Department of Geology, Field Museum, 1400 S. Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, slidgard@fieldmuseum.org and JUHN, Mark, University of Chicago, Chicago, IL 60637

EVOLUTIONARY-ECOLOGICAL SUBUNIT TURNOVER EVENTS: DIFFERING MODELS FOR COORDINATED FAUNAL TURNOVER EVENTS WITHIN THE DEVONIAN OF THE APPALACHIAN BASIN
Abstract ID#: 232134

BARTHOLOMEW, Alex J., Geology Department, SUNY New Paltz, 1 Hawk Drive, New Paltz, NY 12561, barthola@newpaltz.edu, BRETT, Carlton E., Department of Geology, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH 45221-0013, BAIRD, Gordon C., Geosciences, S.U.N.Y. Fredonia, Fredonia, NY 14063, and ZAMBITO, James IV, Wisconsin Geological Survey, University of Wisonsin - Extension, 3817 Mineral Point Rd, Madison, WI 53705

FIRST OCCURRENCE OF A LONG-NECK PLESIOSAUR FROM THE TROPIC SHALE (CENOMANIAN-TURONIAN), SOUTHERN UTAH
Abstract ID#: 232268

SCHMEISSER MCKEAN, Rebecca L., Department of Geology, St. Norbert College, 100 Grant Street, De Pere, WI 54115, rebecca.mckean@snc.edu and GILLETTE, David D., Department of Geology, Museum of Northern Arizona, 3101 N. Fort Valley Road, Flagstaff, AZ 86001

A TRANSITIONAL WASATCHIAN-BRIDGERIAN RODENT (MAMMALIA) FAUNA FROM RAVEN RIDGE, NORTHEASTERN UINTA BASIN
Abstract ID#: 232706

ANDERSON, Deborah K., Division of Natural Sciences, St. Norbert College, 100 Grant Street, De Pere, WI 54115, deborah.anderson@snc.edu

NEW OCCURRENCE OF EILENODON ROBUSTUS FROM THE AARON SCOTT QUARRY, MORRISON FORMATION (JURASSIC), UTAH
Abstract ID#: 232852

MALDONADO, Juan and BERTOG, Janet L., Physics and Geology, Northern Kentucky University, SC 204, Nunn Dr, Highland Heights, KY 41099, maldonadoj1@nku.edu

PHYLOGENY, DIVERSITY, AND EVOLUTIONARY TEMPO AND MODE IN MIOCENE-RECENT TURRITELLINE GASTROPODS FROM FLORIDA
Abstract ID#: 232957

FRIEND, Dana S., Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14850, dsf88@cornell.edu, ALLMON, Warren, Paleontological Research Institution, 1259 Trumansburg Road, Ithaca, NY 14850, and PETSIOS, Elizabeth, Earth Sciences, University of Southern California, 3651 Trousdale Pkwy Zumberge Hall of Science, University Southern California, Los Angeles, CA 90089-0740

DECREASE THEN INCREASE IN PREDATION ON MICROBIVALVES BY JUVENILE NATICID GASTROPODS ACROSS THE PLIOCENE-PLEISTOCENE BOUNDARY, SOUTHEASTERN NORTH CAROLINA COASTAL PLAIN
Abstract ID#: 233100

CRUZ, Jesse, MCCRACKEN, Benjamin, CERRO, Paisley, FREIMAN, Benjamin, JOHNSON, Michael, KOLAKOWSKI, Eric, O'SCHAUGHNESSY, Kelly, O'SHEA, Michael, SHEA, Julia, and THOMPSON, Peter, Geological Sciences, SUNY-Geneseo, Geneseo, NY 14454, jrc19@geneseo.edu

PRELIMINARY REPORT OF VERTEBRATE (PISCES: CHONDRICHTHYES) FOSSILS IN THE MAUCH CHUNK GROUP (MISSISSIPPIAN, CHESTERIAN) OF SOUTHERN WEST VIRGINIA
Abstract ID#: 233314

PECK, Robert L., Department of Physical Sciences, Concord University, Athens, WV 24712, fossilpecker@netscape.net

MACROEVOLUTIONARY ACCESSIBILITY IN TAXONOMIC AND PHENOTYPIC SPACES
Abstract ID#: 234131

EBLE, Gunther J., UMR 5561 Biogeosciences, Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique, France, UMR 5561 Biogeosciences, University of Burgundy, Dijon 21000 France, gunther.eble@u-bourgogne.fr

Oral 19	Poster 58	Either 2	Total 79

Paleontology, Paleoecology/Taphonomy Pool

Papers:

THE ORIGIN AND EARLY EVOLUTION OF LEAF-MINING INSECTS IN THE WAKE OF THE END-PERMIAN ECOLOGICAL CRISIS
Abstract ID#: 233137

LABANDEIRA, Conrad C., Department of Paleobiology, National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC 20013-7012, labandec@si.edu, PREVEC, Rose, Albany Museum, Rhodes University, Grahamstown, 6410, South Africa, ANDERSON, John M., Bernard Price Institute for Palaeontological Research, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, 2050, South Africa, SANTIAGO-BLAY, Jorge, Paleobiology, National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC 20013, DAVIS, Don, Entomology, National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC 20013, ANDERSON, Heidi M., Bernard Price Institute for Palaeontological Research, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, 2050, South Africa, and CURRANO, Ellen D., Department of Geology and Environmental Earth Science, Miami University, 114 Shideler Hall, Oxford, OH 45056

NATICID DRILLING PREDATION ON GASTROPOD ASSEMBLAGE DURING THE LATEST MAASTRICHTIAN IN RAJAHMUNDRY, INDIA
Abstract ID#: 231287

PAUL, Shubhabrata¹, MALLICK, Sumanta², BARDHAN, Subhendu³, DAS, Shiladri S.⁴, and GOSWAMI, Pritha³, (1) Department of Geology, University of South Florida, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., SCA 528, Tampa, FL 33620, shubhabrata2005@gmail.com, (2) Department of Geological Sciences, Jadavpur University, Kolkata, 700032, India, (3) Department of Geological Sciences, Jadavpur University, Raja S C Mullik Rd, Kolkata, 700032, India, (4) Indian Statistical Institute, Geological Studies Unit, 203 Barrackpore Trunk Road, Kolkata, 700035, India

AN EARLY PERMIAN LYCOPOD FOREST FROM PATAGONIA, ARGENTINA, AND ITS PALEOCLIMATIC IMPLICATIONS
Abstract ID#: 231833

CUNEO, N. Ruben, GALLEGO, Julieta, and ESCAPA, Ignacio, Paleobotany, MEF, Av. Fontana 140, Trelew, 9100, Argentina, rcuneo@mef.org.ar

EASTERN NEW YORK MIDDLE DEVONIAN NEAR SHORE BIOFACIES: CONTROLS ON BIOFACIES DISTRIBUTION IN AREAS WITH VARYING SEDIMENTARY INPUT
Abstract ID#: 232254

VALLE, Jonathan, Department of Geology, SUNY New Paltz, 1 Hawk Dr, New Paltz, NY 12561, jvalle22@gmail.com and BARTHOLOMEW, Alex J., Geology Department, SUNY New Paltz, 1 Hawk Drive, New Paltz, NY 12561

FOSSILIZED BUBBLES IN MESOPROTEROZOIC STROMATOLITES: MORPHOLOGICAL EVIDENCE FOR OXYGENIC PHOTOSYNTHESIS OF CYANOBACTERIA IN ANCIENT MICROBIAL MATS
Abstract ID#: 232318

DAI, Zhen, State key Laboratory of Paleobiology and Stratigraphy, Nanjing Institute of Geology and Paleontology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, No.39 East Beijing Road, Nanjing 210008, China, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, dtiger008@gmail.com, XIAO, Shuhai, Department of Geosciences, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, YUAN, Xunlai, Nanjing Institute of Geology and Paleontology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Nanjing, 210008, China, and YIN, Leiming, Nanjing Institute of Geology and Paleontology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Nanjing, 210008, China

THE INTERSECTION OF VERTEBRATE TAPHONOMY AND MINERAL EXPLORATION: AN EXAMPLE USING EQUUS SCOTTI FOSSILS FROM WEST TEXAS
Abstract ID#: 232345

MCQUEEN, David R., Systematic Geology, Ltd, Box 421, Mangham, LA 71259, davidralph.mcqueen@gmail.com and DRAKE, Linda F., Educator, 3901 Stevens, Plainview, TX 79072

NEW INSIGHTS INTO DIETARY PARTITIONING IN WASATCHIAN (EARLY EOCENE) MAMMALIAN FAUNAS: MICROWEAR, TOOTH MORPHOLOGY, AND STABLE ISOTOPE ANALYSIS
Abstract ID#: 232507

CHRISTENSEN, Hilary, Geology, Gustavus Adolphus College, 800 West College Ave, Saint Peter, MN 56082, hchriste@gustavus.edu

DIVERSITY DYNAMICS IN A UNIQUE FOSSIL-RICH ZONE WITHIN THE MERCHANTVILLE FORMATION OF MONMOUTH COUNTY, NEW JERSEY
Abstract ID#: 232543

MOYER, Madelyn, TANDON, Olivia, and GARB, Matthew P., Earth and Environmental Sciences, Brooklyn College, 2900 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11210, madelynetm@gmail.com

HERE YESTERDAY—GONE TODAY: PRELIMINARY INVESTIGATION OF ANTHROPOLOGICALLY INDUCED LITTORAL COMMUNITY CHANGE IN THE COLORADO RIVER DELTA
Abstract ID#: 232621

WEIK, Allen S.¹, GOODWIN, David H.¹, SMITH, Jansen A.², DIETL, Gregory P.³, and ZAMORA, Hector A.⁴, (1) Department of Geosciences, Denison University, FW Olin Science Hall, 100 Sunset Hill Drive, Granville, OH 43023, Weik_a1@denison.edu, (2) Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14850, (3) Paleontological Research Institution, 1259 Trumansburg Road, Ithaca, NY 14850, (4) Department of Geosciences, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ 85721

EARLY CRETACEOUS PLANT DIVERSITY BEFORE TO THE APPEARANCE OF ANGIOSPERMS IN NORTH AMERICA
Abstract ID#: 232750

JUD, Nathan A., Program in Behavior, Ecology, Evolution and Systematics, University of Maryland College Park, 4112 Plant Sciences Building, University of Maryland College Park, College Park, MD 20742, njud@umd.edu and WING, Scott L., Paleobiology, Smithsonian Institution, P.O. Box 37012, Washington, DC 20013-7012

ASSESSING THE RELIABILITY OF STABLE ISOTOPES IN FOSSIL BONE: A UNIQUE CASE STUDY OF PREHISTORIC LUNG PATHOLOGY
Abstract ID#: 232792

BUNDY, Kathleen, Geoscience, Boise State University, Boise, ID 83706, kathleenbundy@u.boisestate.edu and MATSON, Samuel D., Geosciences, Boise State University, 1910 University Drive, Boise, ID 83725-1535

TWO TYPES OF PRESERVATION IN THE KHATYSPYT LAGERSTäTTE, THE OLENEK UPLIFT, THE SIBERIAN PLATFORM
Abstract ID#: 232829

BYKOVA, Natalia, Geosciences, Virginia Tech, 4044 Derring Hall, Blacksburg, VA 24061, naticha@vt.edu

MICROWEAR ANALYSIS OF UNGULATES FROM THE ASHFALL FOSSIL BEDS: EFFECTS OF VOLCANIC ASH ON MICROWEAR
Abstract ID#: 232934

HOFFMAN, Jonathan M., Geology & Geophysics, University of Wyoming, Laramie, WY 82071, jhoffma9@uwyo.edu, FRASER, Danielle, Biology, Carleton University, Ottawa, ON K1S 5B6, and CLEMENTZ, Mark T., Geology and Geophysics, University of Wyoming, 1000 University Ave. University of Wyoming, Dept. 3006, Laramie, WY 82071

PREY SELECTIVITY BY THE PREDATORY DRILLING GASTROPODS: A MESO-CENOZOIC PERSPECTIVE
Abstract ID#: 233067

MONDAL, Subhronil and HARRIES, Peter J., Department of Geology, University of South Florida, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., SCA 528, Tampa, FL 33620, subhronil.m@gmail.com

A MORPHOMETRIC ASSESSMENT OF SHAPE CHANGE IN THE MIOCENE BIVALVE ANADARA DARIENSIS ACROSS PALEOENVIORNMENTAL AND GEOGRAPHIC GRADIENTS
Abstract ID#: 233128

CASEBOLT, Sahale N., HENDY, Austin J.W., and KOWALEWSKI, Michal, Florida Museum of Natural History, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611, scasebolt@flmnh.ufl.edu

HERBIVORE PERSISTENCE AND CHANGE ON BROAD-LEAVED CONIFERS BETWEEN THE MIDDLE JURASSIC AND EARLY CRETACEOUS OF NORTHEASTERN CHINA
Abstract ID#: 233263

DING, Qiaoling, Paleobiology, National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC 20013, DingQ@si.edu, LABANDEIRA, Conrad C., Department of Paleobiology, National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC 20013-7012, and REN, Dong, College of Life Science, Capital Normal University, 105 Xisanhuanbeilu, Haidian District, Beijing, 100048, China

RECONSTRUCTING THE BIODIVERSITY AND PALEOECOLOGY OF THE LOWER MIOCENE CHIPOLA FORMATION OF FLORIDA
Abstract ID#: 233285

BROWN, Garett M.¹, SLATTERY, Joshua S.², and HARRIES, Peter J.², (1) Department of Geology, University of South Florida, 4202 E. Fowler Ave, SCA 528, Tampa, FL 33620, gbrown11@mail.usf.edu, (2) Department of Geology, University of South Florida, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., SCA 528, Tampa, FL 33620

ENIGMATIC TUBULAR FOSSILS FROM THE COCKBURN TOWN MEMBER (PLEISTOCENE, GROTTO BEACH FORMATION), SAN SALVADOR ISLAND, BAHAMAS: PRELIMINARY RESULTS FROM FIELD AND PETROGRAPHIC ANALYSIS
Abstract ID#: 233449

COONEY, Hayley¹, GRIFFING, David H.¹, and GLUMAC, Bosiljka², (1) Dept. of Geology and Environmental Sciences, Hartwick College, Oneonta, NY 13820, griffingd@hartwick.edu, (2) Department of Geosciences, Smith College, Northampton, MA 01063

EOCENE GYROLITHES-THALASSINOIDES ICHNOCOENOSES FROM ALABAMA AND PERU: IMPLICATIONS FOR MARINE VERTEBRATE TAPHONOMY
Abstract ID#: 233464

LIVELY, Joshua, Department of Geological Sciences, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX 78712, joshuarlively@utexas.edu

A QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS OF FRACTURE PATTERNS DUE TO TRAMPLING ON MICROVERTEBRATES
Abstract ID#: 233536

KOLANKOWSKI, Sophia M., Earth and Atmospheric Science, SUNY Oneonta, 108 Ravine Parkway, Oneonta, NY 13820, kolas54@suny.oneonta.edu, FALL, Leigh M., Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, SUNY College at Oneonta, Oneonta, NY 13820, and MOORE, Jason R., Honors College, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131

MOLLUSKS OF THE LATE PLEISTOCENE OÖLITIC FACIES OF THE MIAMI LIMESTONE IN THE MIAMI DADE COUNTY, SOUTH FLORIDA
Abstract ID#: 233589

D'ANTONIO, Heather M., Department of Geosciences, Florida Atlantic University, 777 Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL 33431, walbornheather@gmail.com and OLEINIK, Anton, Geosciences, Florida Atlantic University, 777 Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL 33431

PERMIAN CLIMATE AND PALEOBOTANICAL SAMPLING METHODS
Abstract ID#: 233865

RHODES, Kristopher J.S., Geological Sciences, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, 2508 Ruthven Musems, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, krisrhodes@gmail.com and SYVERSON, Valerie J., Museum of Paleontology, University of Michigan, 1109 Geddes Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

THE AFFECTS OF ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS AND CLIMATE ON THE WEATHERING AND AGING OF MODERN BOVINE BONES
Abstract ID#: 233884

SMITH, Hannah N., Geology, Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA 16057, hns9937@gmail.com

COMPARATIVE ECOLOGIES OF MIDDLE EOCENE MAMMALS INFERRED FROM STABLE ISOTOPES
Abstract ID#: 233967

TAYLOR, Ben Justin, Cardiff University, Cardiff, CF10 3XQ, Wales, HOLROYD, Patricia A., Museum of Paleontology, University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720, and CLEMENTZ, Mark T., Geology and Geophysics, University of Wyoming, 1000 University Ave. University of Wyoming, Dept. 3006, Laramie, WY 82071, mclemen1@uwyo.edu

A NEW ‘PHYLLOPOD BED’-LIKE ASSEMBLAGE FROM THE BURGESS SHALE: STRATIGRAPHIC SETTING AND THE CATHEDRAL ESCARPMENT IN KOOTENAY NATIONAL PARK
Abstract ID#: 234091

GAINES, Robert R., Geology Department, Pomona College, 185 E. Sixth Street, Claremont, CA 91711, robert.gaines@pomona.edu, CARON, Jean-Bernard, Natural History (Paleobiology Section), Royal Ontario Museum, 100 Queen's Park, Toronto, ON M5S2C6, Canada, and STRENG, Michael, Department of Earth Sciences, Uppsala University, Norbyv�gen, 22, 75236, Sweden

A PATHOLOGIC AND DEFORMED SQUALICORAX PRISTODONTUS TOOTH FROM THE LATEST MAASTRICHTIAN BASAL HORNERSTOWN FORMATION, GLOUCESTER COUNTY, NEW JERSEY, USA
Abstract ID#: 220010

SCHEIN, Jason, Bureau of Natural History, New Jersey State Museum, Trenton, NJ 08625, Jason.Schein@sos.state.nj.us

MOLLUSCAN RESPONSE TO SLOWLY PLIO-PLEISTOCENE SUBSIDENCE IN THE BOBOTSARI LOW AND ITS IMPLICATION TO THE PETROLEUM SYSTEM
Abstract ID#: 220643

ASWAN, Aswan¹, PRASETYO, Unggul², ZAIM, Yahdi¹, and RIZAL, Yan¹, (1) Geology Department, Institute of Technology Bandung, Jl. Ganesha 10, Bandung, 40132, Indonesia, aswan_gl@gc.itb.ac.id, (2) Bandung Geological Museum, Geological Survey Institute, Jl. Diponegoro 57, Bandung, 40132

A DEEPER WATER BRACHIOPOD - CRINOID ASSOCIATION IN THE LATE OLIGOCENE OF ANTIGUA, WEST INDIES
Abstract ID#: 221467

DONOVAN, Stephen K., Geology, Naturalis Biodiversity Center, Darwinweg 2, Leiden, 2333 CR, Netherlands, Steve.Donovan@naturalis.nl, HARPER, David A.T., Department of Earth Sciences, University of Durham, Science Laboratories, Durham, Durham, DH1 3LE, United Kingdom, and PORTELL, Roger, Florida Museum of Natural History, University of Florida, P.O. Box 117800, Gainesville, FL 32611

PRESERVED TUBE FEET ON CODIACRINUS SCHULTZEI (LOWER DEVONIAN, HUNSRÜCK SLATE, GERMANY)
Abstract ID#: 221552

AUSICH, William I., School of Earth Sciences, The Ohio State University, 275 Mendenhall Lab, 125 S. Oval Mall, Columbus, OH 43210, ausich.1@osu.edu, BARTELS, Christoph, German Mining Museum, Am Bergbaumuseum 28, Bochum, D-44791, Germany, and KAMMER, Thomas W., Department of Geology and Geography, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV 26506-6300

PALEOPROTEROZOIC LIFE ON LAND AND THE RISE OF ATMOSPHERIC OXYGEN
Abstract ID#: 221995

RETALLACK, Gregory J., Department of Geological Sciences, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97403, gregr@uoregon.edu

MICRO- AND MACROFOSSILS FROM TERRACE DEPOSITS, TAYLOR VALLEY, ANTARCTICA
Abstract ID#: 222407

KLING, Corbin L.¹, WALKER, Sally E.¹, and BOWSER, Samuel S.², (1) Department of Geology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602, corbayn@uga.edu, (2) Wadsworth Center, New York State Department of Health, Albany, NY 12201

ISOLATION & CHARACTERIZATION OF ORGANIC MOLECULES FROM MISSISSIPPIAN-AGED CRINOIDS
Abstract ID#: 224411

PEREZ, Victor J. Jr, School of Earth Sciences, The Ohio State University, Arnold, MD 21012, perez.187@osu.edu, AUSICH, William I., School of Earth Sciences, The Ohio State University, 275 Mendenhall Lab, 125 S. Oval Mall, Columbus, OH 43210, and CHIN, Yu-Ping, School of Earth Sciences, The Ohio State University, 275 Mendenhall Laboratory, 125 South Oval Mall, Columbus, OH 43210-1308

TAPHONOMIC FEEDBACK AND FACILITATED SUCCESSION IN A MIDDLE JURASSIC SHALLOW MARINE CRINOID COMMUNITY (MATMOR FORMATION, SOUTHERN ISRAEL)
Abstract ID#: 224517

REINTHAL, Elizabeth A.¹, WILSON, Mark A.¹, and FELDMAN, Howard R.², (1) Department of Geology, The College of Wooster, 944 College Mall, Wooster, OH 44691, ereinthal14@wooster.edu, (2) Division of Paleontology (Invertebrates), American Museum of Natural History, 79th Street at Central Park West, New York, NY 10024

PALEOECOLOGICAL RELATIONSHIPS WITHIN A MOLLUSCAN ASSEMBLAGE FROM THE PLEISTOCENE OF HORRY COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA
Abstract ID#: 224847

KELLEY, Patricia H.¹, STANFORD, Samantha D.¹, CREMER, Christian H.¹, HATTORI, Kelly E.¹, KENISON, Whitney¹, MELCHER, Laura R.¹, PAINTER, Brian P.¹, RATCHFORD, Rebecca A.¹, and DIETL, Gregory P.², (1) Geography and Geology, University of North Carolina Wilmington, Wilmington, NC 28403, lrm7309@uncw.edu, (2) Paleontological Research Institution, 1259 Trumansburg Road, Ithaca, NY 14850-1398

SUPERGIANT TRIASSIC CRUSTACEAN FROM NEVADA: THE OLDEST KNOWN AMPHIPOD
Abstract ID#: 225300

MCMENAMIN, Mark A.S., ORR, Lydia, MINICHIELLO, Rose, ZAPATA, Lesly P., and HUSSEY, Meghan C., Geology and Geography, Mount Holyoke College, South Hadley, MA 01075, mmcmenam@mtholyoke.edu

CHANGES IN INTENSITY OF MICROBORING IN BIVALVES ACROSS DEPTH (15-264M) AND OVER TIME (2, 6, AND 13 YEARS) FROM LEE STOCKING ISLAND, BAHAMAS
Abstract ID#: 225736

KYI, Eint, Geology, Oberlin College, 52 W. Lorain St, Oberlin, OH 44074, eint.kyi@oberlin.edu and PARSONS-HUBBARD, Karla, Geology Dept, Oberlin College, 52 W. Lorain St, Oberlin, OH 44074

HOLOCENE DECLINE OF ACROPORA PALMATA: DEATH BY NATURE OR HOMO STUPIDUS?
Abstract ID#: 225748

BAKER, Aldrumesia K., Geology, Oberlin College, Oberlin, OH 44074, akbaker@oberlin.edu and HUBBARD, Dennis, Department of Geology, Oberlin College, Oberlin, OH 44074

PHOSPHATIZED BACTERIAL FOSSILS PRESERVED IN LATE TRIASSIC COPROLITES FROM POLAND
Abstract ID#: 225777

ZATON, Michal P.¹, MARYNOWSKI, Leszek¹, and NIEDZWIEDZKI, Grzegorz², (1) Faculty of Earth Sciences, University of Silesia, Bedzinska 60, Sosnowiec, PL-41-200, Poland, mzaton@wnoz.us.edu.pl, (2) Department of Organismal Biology, Uppsala University, Norbyv�gen 18A, Uppsala, 752 36, Sweden

AN UNUSUAL CERVICAL VERTEBRAL COLUMN IN A PLESIOSAUR FROM THE KIOWA SHALE DESCRIBED WITH A NOTE ON TAPHONOMY
Abstract ID#: 226343

COST, Ian N., Biology, Fort Hays State University, 600 Park Street, Hays, KS 67601, incost@mail.fhsu.edu

THE NAUTILUS DEATH CENOTE
Abstract ID#: 226427

MAPES, Royal, Dept of Geological Sciences, Ohio University, 316 Clippinger Laboratories, Athens, OH 45701, mapes@ohio.edu, LIGNIER, Vincent, Laboratoire PPME, Universit� de la Nouvelle-Cal�donie, BP R4, Noum�a, 98851, New Caledonia, LANDMAN, Neil H., Division of Paleontology (Invertebrates), American Museum of Natural History, Central Park West at 79th Street, New York, NY 10024-5192, HEMBREE, Daniel I., Department of Geological Sciences, Ohio University, 316 Clippinger Laboratories, Athens, OH 45701, GOIRAN, Claire, Biologie et Ecologie Marine LIVE, Universit� de la Nouvelle-Cal�donie, BP R4, Noumea, 98851, New Caledonia, COCHRAN, Kirk, School of Marine & Atmospheric Sciences, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY 11794-5000, FOLCHER, Eric, Institut de Recherche pour le D�veloppement, BP A5, Noum�a, 98848, New Caledonia, and BRUNET, P., AVENS, Ivry sur Seine, 94200, France

A FAREWELL TO ARMS: TESTING THE EFFECT OF SEAWATER CHEMISTRY ON ECHINODERM REGENERATION RATES USING BRITTLE STARS
Abstract ID#: 226595

COLE, Selina R.¹, WRIGHT, David F.¹, and THOMPSON, Jeffrey R.², (1) School of Earth Sciences, The Ohio State University, 275 Mendenhall Laboratory, 125 South Oval Mall, Columbus, OH 43210, cole.678@osu.edu, (2) Department of Earth Sciences, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA 90089-0740

MORE THAN ONE WAY OF BEING A MOA: DIFFERENCES IN LEG BONE ROBUSTNESS MAP DIVERGENT EVOLUTIONARY TRAJECTORIES IN DINORNITHIDAE AND EMEIDAE (DINORNITHIFORMES)
Abstract ID#: 226789

BRASSEY, Charlotte A.¹, HOLDAWAY, Richard N.², PACKHAM, Abigail G.¹, ANNE, Jennifer³, MANNING, Phillip L.³, and SELLERS, William I.¹, (1) Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL, United Kingdom, charlotte.brassey-2@postgrad.manchester.ac.uk, (2) School of Biological Sciences, University of Canterbury, Christchurch, 8400, New Zealand, (3) School of Earth, Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences, University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL, United Kingdom

POSSIBLY UBIQUITOUS PRESERVATION OF MICROBES IN PERMIAN HALITE
Abstract ID#: 226880

ZAMBITO, James J. IV, Wisconsin Geological Survey, University of Wisconsin Extension, 3817 Mineral Point Rd, Madison, WI 53705, jay.zambito@wgnhs.uwex.edu, BENISON, Kathleen C., Department of Geology and Geography, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV 26506-6300, and CZAJA, Andrew D., Department of Geology, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH 45220

INTERSEX SPECIMENS OF THE FOSSIL CRAB DAKOTICANCER OVERANUS FROM THE LATE CRETACEOUS PIERRE SHALE OF SOUTH DAKOTA, USA
Abstract ID#: 226890

JONES, AnnMarie R., Department of Geology, Kent State University, Kent, OH 44242, ajone111@kent.edu, SCHWEITZER, Carrie E., Department of Geology, Kent State University at Stark, 6000 Frank Avenue NW, North Canton, OH 44720, and FELDMANN, Rodney M., Department of Geology, Kent State University, 221 McGilvrey Hall, Kent, OH 44242

GROWTH OF ATTACHED (ENCRUSTING) BENTHIC FORAMINIFERA IN THE FIRST YEAR OF SETTLEMENT, SAN SALVADOR, BAHAMAS
Abstract ID#: 227104

MARTIN, Leslie Drew, SHELLHOUSE, Kody Q., and LEWIS, Ronald D., Geology and Geography, Auburn University, Auburn, AL 36849-5305, lewisrd@auburn.edu

DECAPOD CRUSTACEANS OF THE SEROE DOMI FORMATION OF CURAÇAO
Abstract ID#: 227123

STEPP, Ashleigh M.¹, FELDMANN, Rodney M.¹, and PORTELL, Roger W.², (1) Department of Geology, Kent State University, 221 McGilvrey Hall, Kent, OH 44242, astepp4@kent.edu, (2) Florida Museum of Natural History, University of Florida, 1659 Museum Road, PO Box 117800, Gainesville, FL 32611

DEPOSITION OF A RICH MICROVERTEBRATE LOCALITY IN THE CRETACEOUS KAIPAROWITS FORMATION, GRAND STAIRCAISE-ESCALANTE NATIONAL MONUMENT (GSENM), UTAH, USA
Abstract ID#: 227140

CHRISTENSEN, Joe, Denver Museum of Nature and Science, Denver, CO 80205, joe.christensen107@gmail.com and SERTICH, Joe, Dept. of Earth Sciences, Denver Museum of Nature and Science, Denver, CO 80205

FIVE DECADES OF COMPLEMENTARY VERTEBRATE PALEONTOLOGY AND RADIO-ISOTOPIC GEOCHRONOLOGY RESEARCH IN MEXICO: RESULTS AND PERSPECTIVES
Abstract ID#: 227358

FERRUSQU�A-VILLAFRANCA, Ismael and RUIZ-GONZ�LEZ, Jos�, Instituto de Geologia, UNIVERSIDAD NACIONAL AUTONOMA DE MEXICO, CIUDAD UNIVERSITARIA, M�xico, 45100, Mexico, ismaelfv@unam.mx

CALCITIC JAWS OF AMMONOIDS AND NAUTILIDS: A NEW PROXY FOR RECONSTRUCTING HABITATS OF FOSSIL CEPHALOPODS
Abstract ID#: 227445

KRUTA, Isabelle, Invertebrate paleontology, American Museum of Natural History, Central Park West at 79th Street, New York, NY 10024-5192, ikruta@amnh.org, LANDMAN, Neil H., Division of Paleontology (Invertebrates), American Museum of Natural History, Central Park West at 79th Street, New York, NY 10024-5192, and COCHRAN, Kirk, School of Marine & Atmospheric Sciences, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY 11794-5000

MICROWEAR ANALYSIS OF CRAB CLAWS; A FUNCTIONAL MORPHOLOGICAL APPROACH
Abstract ID#: 227511

SLOAD, Eric J.¹, FELDMANN, Rodney M.¹, and GREEN, Jeremy L.², (1) Department of Geology, Kent State University, 221 McGilvrey Hall, Kent, OH 44242, esload@kent.edu, (2) Geology, Kent State University at Tuscarawas, 330 University Dr NE, New Philadelphia, OH 44663

SUBFOSSIL LEAVES REVEAL A NEW UPLAND HARDWOOD COMPONENT OF THE PRE-EUROPEAN PIEDMONT LANDSCAPE, LANCASTER COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Abstract ID#: 227554

ELLIOTT, Sara¹, WILF, Peter¹, MERRITTS, Dorothy J.², and WALTER, Robert C.², (1) Dept. of Geosciences, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802, soe5036@psu.edu, (2) Department of Earth and Environment, Franklin and Marshall College, Lancaster, PA 17604-3003

MIDDLE TO LATE TRIASSIC BRACHIOPOD FAUNA FROM THE AUGUSTA MOUNTAIN FORMATION, NEW PASS RANGE, WEST-CENTRAL NEVADA
Abstract ID#: 227563

BONUSO, Nicole, Geological Sciences, California State University, 800 N. State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92834-6850 and HERNANDEZ, Edween Leonel, Geological Sciences, California State University, 800 N. State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92834, edween.hernandez@gmail.com

EMPIRICAL OBSERVATIONS OF FLUVIAL EGGSHELL TRANSPORT AND DEPOSITION
Abstract ID#: 227736

EVANS, Thomas, Department of Earth Sciences, Montana State University, PO Box 173480, Bozeman, MT 59717, cavertevans@gmail.com

THE EFFECTS OF BONE SHAPE AND DENSITY ON FLUVIAL TRANSPORT
Abstract ID#: 227740

EVANS, Thomas, Department of Earth Sciences, Montana State University, PO Box 173480, Bozeman, MT 59717, cavertevans@gmail.com

A UNIQUE OCCURRENCE OF ADIPOCERE ON THE LACUSTRINE SHORELINE, SALTON SEA CALIFORNIA
Abstract ID#: 227892

BETTS, Tomas A.¹, HENESS, Elizabeth A.¹, SEMIAN, Zachary A.¹, MALENDA, Margariete², SIMPSON, Edward L.³, and FRIEHAUF, Kurt², (1) Department of Physical Science, Kutztown University, 425 Boehm, P.O. Box 730, Kutztown, PA 19530, (2) Dept. Physical Sciences, Kutztown University, Dept. Physical Sciences, Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA 19530, (3) Physical Sciences, Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA 19530, simpson@kutztown.edu

TRACE ELEMENT ANALYSIS OF SHARK TEETH FROM THE PEACE RIVER FORMATION USING LA-ICP-MS
Abstract ID#: 227956

TAYLOR, David Walker Jr, Geology, University of South Florida, 3610 Jefferson Commons Dr, Bldg. 12 Apt. 202A, Tampa, FL 33613, walkert99@gmail.com

LASER-ABLATION MC-ICP-MS ANALYSIS OF ALASKAN EDMONTOSAURUS (LATE CRETACEOUS, PRINCE CREEK FORMATION) TO TEST ARCTIC DINOSAUR MIGRATION HYPOTHESES
Abstract ID#: 228359

MORI, Hirotsugu, Geology and Geophysics, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Fairbanks, AK 99775, hmori@alaska.edu and DRUCKENMILLER, Patrick, University of Alaska Museum, Fairbanks, AK 99775

FINE-SCALE SPATIAL AND TEMPORAL VARIABILITY OF A TURRITELLA-RICH ASSEMBLAGE FROM THE JACKSON BLUFF FORMATION OF FLORIDA
Abstract ID#: 228442

WHORLEY, Theresa L.¹, FALLON, Timothy J.¹, HARRIES, Peter J.², HERBERT, Gregory S.³, ANDRES, Brian³, and SLATTERY, Joshua S.³, (1) Department of Geology, University of South Florida, 4202 E. Fowler Ave, SCA 528, Tampa, FL 33620, twhorley@mail.usf.edu, (2) Department of Geology, University of South Florida, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., NES107, Tampa, FL 33620, (3) Department of Geology, University of South Florida, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., SCA 528, Tampa, FL 33620

DISSOLUTION OF ECHINOID OSSICLES IN THE GULF OF MEXICO: RESULTS FROM A LONG-TERM EXPERIMENTAL TAPHONOMIC STUDY
Abstract ID#: 228557

OJEDA, Marie¹, DELINE, Bradley¹, and PARSONS-HUBBARD, Karla², (1) Department of Geosciences, University of West Georgia, 1601 Maple Street, Carrollton, GA 30118, mojeda1@my.westga.edu, (2) Geology Dept, Oberlin College, 52 W. Lorain St, Oberlin, OH 44074

PHOSPHATIZATION OF VERMIFORM FOSSILS FROM THE WINNESHIEK LAGERSTÄTTE, WINNESHIEK SHALE, NORTHEAST IOWA
Abstract ID#: 228677

HAWKINS, Andrew D., Geosciences, Virginia Polytechnical and State University, 4044 Derring Hall, Blacksburg, VA 24060, andrewdh@vt.edu, XIAO, Shuhai, Department of Geosciences, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, LIU, Huaibao P., Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Geological and Water Survey, 109 Trowbridge Hall, Iowa City, IA 52242, and BRIGGS, Derek E.G., Dept. of Geology and Geophysics & Peabody Museum of Natural History, Yale University, 210 Whitney Avenue, P.O. Box 208109, New Haven, CT 06520

VERTEBRATE BURROWS WITHIN PEDOGENICALLY MODIFIED DEPOSITS FROM THE LOWER PERMIAN (WOLFCAMPIAN) CEDAR MESA SANDSTONE OF SOUTHEASTERN UTAH, USA
Abstract ID#: 228931

DZENOWSKI, Nicole D., Department of Geology, University of Kansas, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd. Room 120, Lawrence, KS 66045-7594, nicole.dzenowski@ku.edu, HASIOTIS, Stephen T., Department of Geology, University of Kansas, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd, 120 Lindley Hall, Lawrence, KS 66045-7613, and RASMUSSEN, Donald L., Paradox Basin Data, 1450 Kay Street, Longmont, CO 80501

USING SPIDER TAPHONOMY TO DECIPHER THE PALEOSALINITY OF THE CRATO FORMATION
Abstract ID#: 229010

DOWNEN, Matthew R., Department of Geology, University of Kansas, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd, Lindley Hall, Lawrence, KS 66044, mattdownen@ku.edu and SELDEN, Paul A., Paleontological Institute, University of Kansas, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd, Lindley Hall, Rm 120, Lawrence, KS 66045

TAPHONOMY OF THE BLUE SPRINGS LOCALITY, COON CREEK FORMATION (LATE CRETACEOUS), MISSISSIPPI: PRESERVATION OF A DECAPOD LAGERSTATTEN
Abstract ID#: 229114

KORNECKI, Krystyna M., Geology, Kent State University, 221 McGilvrey Hall Kent State University, 325 S. Lincoln St, Kent, OH 44242, kkorneck@kent.edu, FELDMANN, Rodney M., Department of Geology, Kent State University, 221 McGilvrey Hall, Kent, OH 44242, and SCHWEITZER, Carrie E., Department of Geology, Kent State University at Stark, 6000 Frank Avenue NW, North Canton, OH 44720

ASSESSING FOSSIL BONE DEPOSITIONAL ENVIRONMENT FROM STRUCTURAL AND COMPOSITIONAL CHANGES
Abstract ID#: 229163

KEENAN, Sarah W. and ENGEL, Annette Summers, Dept. of Earth and Planetary Sciences, University of Tennessee, 1412 Circle Dr, Knoxville, TN 37996, skeenan1@utk.edu

MIOCENE VOLCANIC LANDSCAPES OF THE EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN: THE FOSSIL FORESTS OF LESVOS, GREECE
Abstract ID#: 229200

GASTALDO, Robert A.¹, GEE, Carole², SANDER, P. Martin³, GRIMPYLAKOS, Georgios⁴, ZOUROS, Nickolas⁴, and VALIAKOS, Ilias⁴, (1) Department of Geology, Colby College, 5807 Mayflower Hill Drive, Waterville, ME 04901, (2) Division of Paleontology, Steinmann Institute, Nu�allee 8, Bonn, 53115, Germany, (3) Steinmann Institute for Paleontology, University of Bonn, Nussallee 8, Bonn, 53115, Germany, (4) Natural History Museum of the Lesvos Petrified Forest, Sigri, 81103, Greece, lesvospf@otenet.gr

THE VISUAL SYSTEM OF THE PTERYGOTID EURYPTERIDS: IMPLICATIONS FOR THEIR MODE OF LIFE
Abstract ID#: 229427

ANDERSON, Ross Peter, Geology and Geophysics, Yale University, Kline Geology Laboratory, 210 Whitney Avenue, New Haven, CT 06520, ross.anderson@yale.edu, MCCOY, Victoria, Geology and Geophysics, Yale University, New Haven, CT 06520, MCNAMARA, Maria E., Earth Sciences, University of Bristol, Wills Memorial Building, Queen's Road, Bristol, BS8 1RJ, United Kingdom, and BRIGGS, Derek E.G., Dept. of Geology and Geophysics & Peabody Museum of Natural History, Yale University, 210 Whitney Avenue, P.O. Box 208109, New Haven, CT 06520

TRACKS, DUNG, BITE MARKS AND BURROWS: IMPRECISION IN TERMINOLOGY AND A PAUCITY OF ICHNOTAXONOMY HINDERS THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE STUDY OF VERTEBRATE TRACE FOSSILS
Abstract ID#: 229846

HUNT, Adrian P., Flying Heritage Collection, 3407 109th St. SW, Everett, WA 98204, LUCAS, Spencer G., New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, 1801 Mountain Road N.W, Albuquerque, NM 87104, CANTRELL, Amanda, New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, 1801 Mountain Rd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104-1375, acantr5@unm.edu, and SUAZO, Thomas, New Mexico Museum of Natural History, 1801 Mountain Road N.W, Albuquerque, NM 87104

A COMPREHENSIVE MORPHOLOGICAL CLASSIFICATION OF VERTEBRATE COPROLITES AND RECENT FECES
Abstract ID#: 229950

HUNT, Adrian P., Flying Heritage Collection, 3407 109th St. SW, Everett, WA 98204, LUCAS, Spencer G., New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, 1801 Mountain Road N.W, Albuquerque, NM 87104, SUAZO, Thomas, New Mexico Museum of Natural History, 1801 Mountain Road N.W, Albuquerque, NM 87104, tsuazo@unm.edu, and CANTRELL, Amanda, New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, 1801 Mountain Rd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104-1375

SPATIAL STRUCTURE AND BATHYMETRIC DISTRIBUTION OF CARIBBEAN BRACHIOPODS IN SAN BERNARDO, COLOMBIA: USING BRACHIOPODS AS A POTENTIAL PROXY OF PALEOBATHYMETRY
Abstract ID#: 230143

ROJAS, Alexis, Florida Museum of Natural History, P.O. Box 117800, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611, arojasb@flmnh.ufl.edu, PATARROYO, Pedro, Departamento de Geociencias, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogota, A. A. 14490, Colombia, and GRACIA, Adriana, Instituto de Investigaciones Marinas y Costeras, Santa Marta, Colombia

EFFECT OF LITHIFICATION ON DRILLING PATTERN: AN EXPERIMENTAL APPROACH
Abstract ID#: 230371

CHATTOPADHYAY, Devapriya and BALA, Tanurjyoti, Department of Earth Sciences, IISER Kolkata, Mohanpur, 741252, India, devapriya@iiserkol.ac.in

DEVELOPMENT OF A BIOGEOGRAPHIC BOUNDARY: PLIOCENE TO RECENT IN THE WESTERN ATLANTIC COASTAL PLAIN
Abstract ID#: 231115

CHRISTIE, Max, Geology, Pennsylvania State University, 434 Deike Building, University Park, PA 16802, mchristie09@gmail.com and PATZKOWSKY, Mark E., Department of Geosciences, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802

ORGANIC MATRIX IN THE ECHINODERM SKELETON: PHYSICAL NATURE
Abstract ID#: 231118

CLARK, George R., Kansas State University, Department of Geology, 108 Thompson Hall, Manhattan, KS 66506, grc@ksu.edu

TAXONOMY OF SUBFOSSIL MICROGASTROPODS FROM BEAR LAKE, UTAH-IDAHO BORDER
Abstract ID#: 231179

MATTIS, Jennifer L. and GOLDSMITH, David W., Department of Geology, Westminster College, 1840 South 1300 East, Salt Lake City, UT 84105, jlm0305@westminstercollege.edu

THE LATE PLEISTOCENE THERMAL ENCLAVE: NEW EVIDENCE FROM AN AMERICAN MASTODON SITE IN SOUTH CAROLINA, USA
Abstract ID#: 231539

BRUSSELL, Christine M.¹, RICH, Frederick J.¹, SMITH, Kathlyn M.¹, and BROWN, K. Mace², (1) Department of Geology and Geography, Georgia Southern University, Box 8149, Statesboro, GA 30460, cb05211@georgiasouthern.edu, (2) Natural History Museum, College of Charleston, 66 George St, Charleston, SC 29424

EXCEPTIONAL PRESERVATION AND DIVERSITY OF INSECTS FROM THE PALEOBURN LOCALITY OF THE EOCENE GREEN RIVER FORMATION OF COLORADO
Abstract ID#: 231573

WALKER, Lindsay J.¹, DAHLBERG, Elisa¹, ANDERSON, Evan P.², LECKEY, Erin H.³, and SMITH, Dena M.⁴, (1) Museum and Field Studies, University of Colorado, 265 UCB, CU Museum of Natural History, Boulder, CO 80309-0265, Lindsay.J.Walker@colorado.edu, (2) Department of Geological Sciences, University of Colorado, Boulder, CO 80309, (3) Geological Sciences, University of Colorado, Boulder, CO 80309, (4) CU Museum of Natural History, University of Colorado, 265 UCB, CU Museum - Paleontology, University of Colorado, Boulder, CO 80309-0265

FORAMINIFERAL BIOSTRATIGRAPHY AND PALEOECOLOGY OF THE MAASTRICHTIAN THROUGH DANIAN SEDIMENTS OF THE ZIARAT-KOLA SECTION, CENTRAL ALBORZ MOUNTAINS, IRAN
Abstract ID#: 231692

ASGHARIANROSTAMI, Masoud, Great Basin & Mojave Paleoenvironmental Consulting & Research, Reno, NV 89506-9128, masood.rostami@yahoo.com, BALMAKI, Behnaz, Great Basin & Mojave Paleoenvironmental Consulting & Research, Reno, NV, and WIGAND, Peter E., Department of Geological Sciences, California State University, Bakersfield, CA 93311

PTERANODON PRESERVATION IN THE LATE CRETACEOUS NIOBRARA CHALK OF WESTERN KANSAS
Abstract ID#: 231699

SHACKELTON, Allison L., Department of Geology, St. Norbert College, 100 Grant St, De Pere, WI 54115, allison.shackelton@snc.edu and SCHMEISSER MCKEAN, Rebecca L., Department of Geology, St. Norbert College, 100 Grant Street, De Pere, WI 54115

PALEOENVIRONMENTAL PREFERENCES AND DISTRIBUTION OF LATE CRETACEOUS TURTLES IN THE FRUITLAND AND KIRTLAND FORMATIONS SAN JUAN BASIN, NEW MEXICO
Abstract ID#: 231944

LICHTIG, Asher, EPS, Sul Ross State University, P.O. Box C-114, Alpine, TX 79832, alichtig@sulross.edu and LUCAS, Spencer G., New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, 1801 Mountain Road N.W, Albuquerque, NM 87104

INTEGRATION OF SEQUENCE STRATIGRAPHY AND TRILOBITE PALEOECOLOGICAL PATTERNS: AN EXAMPLE FROM THE UPPER ORDOVICIAN OF OKLAHOMA
Abstract ID#: 231951

CARLUCCI, Jesse R., Department of Geosciences, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX 76308, jesse.carlucci@mwsu.edu and WESTROP, Stephen R., Oklahoma Museum of Natural History and School of Geology & Geophysics, Univ of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 73072

Oral 19	Poster 24	Either 2	Total 45

Paleontology, Phylogenetic/Morphological Patterns Pool

Papers:

CUTICLE CHARACTERS ARE ESSENTIAL FOR THE CLASSIFICATION OF TROPICAL FOSSIL LEAVES: A CASE STUDY FROM THE EARLY MIOCENE OF ETHIOPIA
Abstract ID#: 225317

WALLACE, Jon R., Geology and Environmental Earth Science, Miami University, 114 Shideler Hall, Oxford, OH 45056, wallacj5@miamioh.edu, CURRANO, Ellen D., Department of Geology and Environmental Earth Science, Miami University, 114 Shideler Hall, Oxford, OH 45056, and JACOBS, Bonnie F., Huffington Dept. Earth Sciences, Southern Methodist University, PO Box 750395, Dallas, TX 75275

EVOLUTION, CHAOS, AND CLIMATE: WHAT IS THE DRIVING FORCE OF EVOLUTION?
Abstract ID#: 227289

LEHANE, James, Department of Geology and Geophysics, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84112, Jazinator@hotmail.com and EKDALE, A.A., Geology and Geophysics, University of Utah, FASB, 115S 1460E, Rm 383, Salt Lake City, UT 84112

ESTABLISHING A DIGITAL DATABASE FOR INVERTEBRATE PALEONTOLOGY AT THE AMERICAN MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
Abstract ID#: 220756

HUSSAINI, Bushra M., Division of Paleontology (Invertebrates), American Museum of Natural History, Central Park West @ 79th Street, New York, NY 10024-5192, hussaini@amnh.org, LANDMAN, Neil H., Division of Paleontology (Invertebrates), American Museum of Natural History, Central Park West at 79th Street, New York, NY 10024-5192, and FELDMAN, Howard R., Division of Paleontology (Invertebrates), American Museum of Natural History, New York, NY 10024-5192

MOUTH FRAME CONSTRUCTION IN PALEOZOIC EDRIOASTEROIDS, BLASTOZOANS, AND CRINOIDS
Abstract ID#: 221816

KAMMER, Thomas W., Department of Geology and Geography, West Virginia University, 330 Brooks Hall, Morgantown, WV 26506-6300, tkammer@wvu.edu, SUMRALL, Colin D., Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37996-1410, ZAMORA, Samuel, Department of Paleobiology, National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC 20013-7012, AUSICH, William, School of Earth Sciences, Ohio State University, School of Earth Sciences, 155 S Oval Mall, Columbus, OH 43210-1398, and DELINE, Bradley, Department of Geosciences, University of West Georgia, 1601 Maple Street, Carrollton, GA 30118

VARIABILITY WITHIN THE INFRABASAL CIRCLET OF THE CLADID CRINOID GENUS CUPULOCRINUS (ECHINODERMATA) AND IMPLICATIONS FOR THE ORIGIN OF FLEXIBLE CRINOIDS
Abstract ID#: 222147

PETER, Mark E., School of Earth Sciences, The Ohio State University, Room 275 Mendenhall Lab, 125 S. Oval Mall, Columbus, OH 43210, peter.1@osu.edu and AUSICH, William I., School of Earth Sciences, The Ohio State University, 275 Mendenhall Lab, 125 S. Oval Mall, Columbus, OH 43210

REDEFINED GENERIC CONCEPTS IN THE CRINOID FAMILY ACTINOCRINITIDAE, NEW GENERIC ASSIGNMENTS OF SPECIES, AND FAMILY PHYLOGENETICS
Abstract ID#: 222284

RHENBERG, Elizabeth C.¹, AUSICH, William I.¹, and KAMMER, Thomas W.², (1) School of Earth Sciences, The Ohio State University, 275 Mendenhall Lab, 125 S. Oval Mall, Columbus, OH 43210, rhenberg.1@osu.edu, (2) Department of Geology and Geography, West Virginia University, 330 Brooks Hall, Morgantown, WV 26506-6300

EVOLUTION AND MORPHOLOGICAL DIFFERENTIATION OF ORDOVICIAN BRACHIOPODS EOCHONETES AND THAERODONTA
Abstract ID#: 222369

BAUER, Jennifer E., Department of Geological Sciences, Ohio University, 316 Clippinger Laboratories, Athens, OH 45701, jb964112@ohio.edu and STIGALL, Alycia L., Department of Geological Sciences and Ohio Center for Ecology and Evolutionary Studies, Ohio University, 316 Clippinger Lab, Athens, OH 45701

THE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM IN THE BLASTOIDEA (ECHINODERMATA)
Abstract ID#: 222803

WATERS, Johnny, Department of Geology, Appalachian State University, 572 Rivers Street, Boone, NC 28608, watersja@appstate.edu, SUMRALL, Colin D., Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37996-1410, and WHITE, Lyndsie Elizabeth, Department of Industrial Design, Appalachian State University, Boone, NC 28608

NEW INSIGHTS INTO THE ONTOGENETIC DEVELOPMENT OF NIMRAVID DENTAL ANATOMY AND IMPLICATIONS FOR THE EVOLUTION OF ‘DIRK-TOOTH’ NIMRAVIDS
Abstract ID#: 223676

BOYD, Clint A., Department of Geology and Geological Engineering, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, 501 East Saint Joseph Street, Rapid City, SD 57701, clintboyd@stratfit.org, WELSH, Ed, Badlands National Park, Interior, SD 57750, and SPEARING, Kurt D., Department of Biology and Chemistry, Morningside College, 1501 Morningside Avenue, Sioux City, IA 51106

FOSSILIZATION CAUSES ANIMALS TO APPEAR ERRONEOUSLY PRIMITIVE BY DISTORTING PHYLOGENY
Abstract ID#: 223725

SANSOM, Robert, University of Manchester, Manchester, M13 9PT, United Kingdom, robert.sansom@manchester.ac.uk and WILLS, Matthew, University of Bath, Bath, BA2 7AY, United Kingdom

IN OR OUT? APPLICATION OF A MULTI-GENE ANALYSIS TESTING THE FIDELITY OF THE MORPHOLOGICALLY DIVERSE CLADE E ALLOGROMIID FORAMINFERA
Abstract ID#: 223759

BALLERO, Deniz Z.A., Department of Geology, University of Georgia, 210 Field Street, Athens, GA 30602, deniz.ballero@gpc.edu, HABURA, Andrea, Department of Biomedical Sciences, School of Public Health, University at Albany, One University Place, Rensselaer, NY 12144, and GOLDSTEIN, Susan T., Department of Geology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602

A RE-EVALUATION OF THE SYSTEMATICS OF ERISOCRINUS, A PENNSYLVANIAN CLADID CRINOID
Abstract ID#: 226732

SHEFFIELD, Sarah L., Earth and Planetary Sciences, University of Tennessee-Knoxville, 306 EPS Building, 1412 Circle Dr, Knoxville, TN 37996, sarahsheffield89@gmail.com and LEWIS, Ronald, Department of Geology and Geography, Auburn University, AL, Department of Geology and Geography, Auburn University, 210 Petrie Hall, Auburn, AL 36449-5305

DECOUPLING OF TAXONOMIC DIVERSITY AND MORPHOLOGICAL DISPARITY DURING DECLINE OF THE CAMBRIAN TRILOBITE FAMILY PTEROCEPHALIIDAE
Abstract ID#: 226800

HOPKINS, Melanie, GeoZentrum Nordbayern, Friedrich-Alexander-Universit�t Erlangen-N�rnberg, Loewenichstra�e 28, Erlangen 91054 Germany, Melanie.Hopkins@fau.de

BODY SIZE TRENDS IN AMMONITES ACROSS THE PLIENSBACHIAN-TOARCIAN EXTINCTION
Abstract ID#: 227292

SULLIVAN, Jeanette, Los Gatos High School, Los Gatos, CA 95030, jeanetteysullivan@gmail.com and CLAPHAM, Matthew E., Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, University of California, 1156 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95064

THE ICHNOTAXONOMY OF THE CAMBRIAN SPENCE SHALE OF UTAH: PRELIMINARY RESULTS
Abstract ID#: 227380

HAMMERSBURG, Sean R.¹, HASIOTIS, Stephen T.², ROBISON, Richard A.², GUNTHER, Lloyd³, GUNTHER, Val³, and JAMISON, Paul⁴, (1) Department of Geology, University of Kansas, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd. Room 120, Lawrence, KS 66045-7613, hamme1sr@ku.edu, (2) Department of Geology, University of Kansas, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd, 120 Lindley Hall, Lawrence, KS 66045-7613, (3) Brigham City, UT 84302, (4) 371 N 500 W, Logan, UT 84321

DOES ONTOGENY RECAPITULATE PHYLOGENY? AN EXAMPLE FROM EXTANT BRACHIOPOD CRURAL TYPES
Abstract ID#: 227995

SCHREIBER, Holly A.¹, ROOPNARINE, Peter D.², and CARLSON, Sandra J.¹, (1) Department of Geology, University of California, Davis, One Shields Ave, Davis, CA 95616, haschultz@ucdavis.edu, (2) Invertebrate Zoology & Geology, California Academy of Sciences, 55 Concourse Dr, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, CA 94118

THE DISCONNECT BETWEEN MORPHOLOGIC SPECIES AND MOLECULAR SPECIES IS NOT ONLY TO BE EXPECTED, IT IS OK ... REALLY
Abstract ID#: 228064

HAGEMAN, Steven J., Department of Geology, Appalachian State Univ, Boone, NC 28608, hagemansj@appstate.edu

ASSOCIATION BETWEEN COLONY LIFE-HISTORY AND POLYMORPHISM IN CHEILOSTOME BRYOZOANS
Abstract ID#: 228333

SIMPSON, Carl, Paleobiology, Smithsonian Institution, National Museum of Natural History, P.O. Box 37012, Washington, DC 20013-7012, carlsimpson.macro@gmail.com

MORPHOLOGIC RAREFACTION ANALYSIS AND THE QUANTIFICATION OF MORPHOLOGY
Abstract ID#: 228839

DELINE, Bradley, Department of Geosciences, University of West Georgia, 1601 Maple Street, Carrollton, GA 30118, bdeline@westga.edu, KINISON, George L., Geosciences Department, University of West Georgia, 1601 Maple Street, Carrollton, GA 30116, and AUSICH, William I., School of Earth Sciences, The Ohio State University, 275 Mendenhall Lab, 125 S. Oval Mall, Columbus, OH 43210

UNUSUAL COSTAL BONE MORPHOLOGY AND HISTOLOGY IN A LARGE CRETACEOUS MOSASAUR (SQUAMATA)
Abstract ID#: 228930

ANSLEY, Zachary T., Geology and Geography, Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA 30460, za00043@georgiasouthern.edu, D'EMIC, Michael D., Anatomical Sciences Department, Health Sciences Center, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY 11794, and SMITH, Kathlyn M., Geology and Geography, Georgia Southern University, Box 8149, Statesboro, GA 30460

PHYLOGENETIC CONSTRAINT OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DENTAL MORPHOLOGY AND DIET IN EXTANT CARNIVORA
Abstract ID#: 229390

HOPKINS, Samantha S.B., Clark Honors College and Geological Sciences, Univ of Oregon, 1272 University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97403, shopkins@uoregon.edu and PRICE, Samantha A., Evolution and Ecology, Department of Evolution and Ecology, 1 Shields Ave, Davis, CA 95616

EXPERIMENT PHYLOGENY OF LATE PALEOZOIC CORDAITEANS AND THE CONIFER THUCYDIA BASED ON POLLEN, POLLEN CONES & SEEDS
Abstract ID#: 229487

CORREA, Julian, Geology and Geophysics, Texas A&M, 9847 Farrell Dr, Houston, TX 77070, sangdrako@gmail.com, RAYMOND, Anne, Department of Geology & Geophysics, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843, and COSTANZA, Suzanne H., Harvard Botanical Museum, Harvard University, Botanical Museum, University Museum, Museum of Comparative Zoology, MCZ Labs, 26 Oxford St, Cambridge, MA 02138

AGGLOMERATIVE HIERARCHICAL CLUSTERING FOR DELIMITING VENERIDAE SPECIES
Abstract ID#: 229810

PULLUM, Laura, Earth & Planetary Sciences, Univeristy of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37916, lpullum1@utk.edu and MCKINNEY, M.L., Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences, University of Tennessee, 1412 Circle Drive, Knoxville, TN 37996

THE EFFECTS OF ENVIRONMENTAL PH ON SCLERACTINIAN MICROMORPHOLOGY
Abstract ID#: 230014

TIBBITS, Matthew, Univesrity of Iowa, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, 121 Trowbridge Hall, Iowa City, IA 52242, matthew-tibbits@uiowa.edu

PHYLOGENY OF THE UPPER CRETACEOUS AMMONITE BACULITES IN THE WESTERN INTERIOR OF NORTH AMERICA
Abstract ID#: 230414

SLATTERY, Joshua S.¹, ANDRES, Brian¹, and HARRIES, Peter J.², (1) Department of Geology, University of South Florida, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., SCA 528, Tampa, FL 33620, dinohyus@gmail.com, (2) Department of Geology, University of South Florida, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., NES107, Tampa, FL 33620

TESTING HYPOTHESES OF LATE CRETACEOUS DINOSAUR COMMUNITY STRUCTURE AND PROVINCIALISM USING MULTIVARIATE, TRAIT-BASED APPROACHES
Abstract ID#: 230426

BYKOWSKI, Richard J. D., Department of Geological Sciences, Indiana University, 1001 East 10th Street, Bloomington, IN 47404, rbykowsk@umail.iu.edu and POLLY, P. David, Geological Sciences, Indiana University, 1001 E 10th Street, Bloomington, IN 47405-1405

GEOGRAPHIC VARIATION AND GROWTH OF THE MIDDLE DEVONIAN TRILOBITE ELDREDGEOPS RANA AS A MEANS OF TESTING THE GEOGRAPHIC ISOLATION OF THE MICHIGAN AND APPALACHIAN BASINS
Abstract ID#: 230618

WITTE, Matthew and YACOBUCCI, Margaret M., Department of Geology, Bowling Green State University, 190 Overman Hall, Bowling Green, OH 43403, mkwitte@bgsu.edu

PHYLOGENETIC ANALYSIS OF THE PERMIAN BLASTOID GENUS DELTOBLASTUS FAY
Abstract ID#: 231132

MORGAN, Ryan, Department of Geology, Baylor University, One Bear Place #97354, Waco, TX 76798, Ryan_Morgan1@Baylor.edu

MISSING MUZZLE FOUND: NEW SKULL MATERIAL REFERABLE TO APATOSAURUS AJAX (MARSH 1877) FROM THE MORRISON FORMATION OF MORRISON, COLORADO
Abstract ID#: 231547

MOSSBRUCKER, Matthew T., Morrison Natural History Museum, 501 Colorado Highway 8, Post Office Box 564, Morrison, CO 80465, director@mnhm.org, BAKKER, Robert T., Department of Paleontology, Houston Museum of Natural Science, 5555 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, TX 77030-1799, and MARSH, Adam D., Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas at Austin, 2225 Speedway, Stop C1160, Austin, TX 78712

TRENDS IN AMMONITE SUTURE COMPLEXITY DURING THE TOARCIAN EXTINCTION
Abstract ID#: 231572

NIGAM, Arushi, Irvington High School, Fremont, CA 94538, arushi.nigam@gmail.com and CLAPHAM, Matthew E., Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, University of California, 1156 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95064

BODY SIZE EVOLUTION IN CONODONTS FROM THE CAMBRIAN THROUGH THE TRIASSIC
Abstract ID#: 231875

MORGAN, Daniel J.¹, PAYNE, Jonathan L.¹, and SCHAAL, Ellen K.², (1) Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences, Stanford University, 450 Serra Mall, Bldg 320, Stanford, CA 94305, (2) Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences, Stanford University, 450 Serra Mall, Building 320, Stanford, CA 94305, eschaal@stanford.edu

AN UNUSUAL RECEPTACULITID MORPHOLOGY FROM THE ORDOVICIAN POGONIP GROUP OF THE GREAT BASIN
Abstract ID#: 231902

HENRY, Sara E. and DROSER, Mary L., Department of Earth Sciences, University of California, Riverside, 900 University Ave, Riverside, CA 92521, sara.henry@email.ucr.edu

GEOMETRIC MORPHOMETRIC ONTOGENY OF THE TRILOBITE CALYPTAULAX: SHAPE CHANGE DURING THE MERASPID-HOLASPID TRANSITION.
Abstract ID#: 232011

MCDANIEL, Jennifer, Geosciences, Midwestern State University, 3410 Taft Blvd, Wichita Falls, TX 76308, MCDNLJNNFR@YAHOO.COM and CARLUCCI, Jesse R., Department of Geosciences, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX 76308

NOT APPLICABLE? NOT A PROBLEM FOR PARSIMONY
Abstract ID#: 232086

FADIGA, Troy, Earth and Planetary Sciences, University of Tennessee-Knoxville, 306 EPS Building, 1412 Circle Dr, Knoxville, TN 37996-1410, tfadiga@utk.edu and BUDD, Ann F., Department of Geoscience, University of Iowa, 121 Trowbridge Hall, Iowa City, IA 52242

SHELL MICROSTRUCTURES OF CAMBRIAN HYOLITHOMORPH HYOLITHS
Abstract ID#: 232779

MOORE, John L., Department of Earth Science, University of California, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA 93106, jlmoore@umail.ucsb.edu and PORTER, Susannah M., Earth Science, University of California at Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA 93106

HOW TO GROW A DINOSAUR: THE HISTOLOGY AND FEMORAL ONTOGENY OF THE MIDDLE TRIASSIC (?LATE ANISIAN) DINOSAURIFORM ASILISAURUS KONGWE AND IMPLICATIONS FOR THE GROWTH OF EARLY DINOSAURS
Abstract ID#: 232986

GRIFFIN, Christopher T., Department of Science and Mathematics, Cedarville University, Cedarville, OH 45314, chrisgriffin@cedarville.edu and NESBITT, Sterling J., Department of Geology, Field Museum of Natural History, Chicago, IL 60605

PHYLOGENETIC ANALYSIS OF LATE ORDOVICIAN NORTH AMERICAN BATHYURID TRILOBITE GENERA RAYMONDITES AND BATHYURUS
Abstract ID#: 233124

SWISHER, Robert E., Geological Sciences, University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma Museum of Natural History and School of Geology & Geophysics, Norman, OK 73072, Robert.E.Swisher-1@ou.edu and WESTROP, Stephen R., Oklahoma Museum of Natural History and School of Geology & Geophysics, Univ of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 73072

MULTIPLE CROSSOVERS BETWEEN MONOCYCLIC AND DICYCLIC CUP DESIGNS: EXPERIMENTATION AND PLASTICITY IN EARLY CRINOID PHYLOGENY
Abstract ID#: 233132

SPRINKLE, James, Department of Geological Sciences, Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas, 1 University Station C1100, Austin, TX 78712-0254, echino@jsg.utexas.edu and GUENSBURG, Thomas E., Sciences Division, Rock Valley College, 3301 North Mulford Road, Rockford, IL 61114

CHEWING PATTERN COMPARISON AND ANALYSES AMONG NEOPLAGIAULACIDAE, PTILODONTIDAE, EUCOSMODONTIDAE, AND MICROCOSMODONTIDAE (MULTITUBERCULATA, MAMMALIA)
Abstract ID#: 233329

ZHANG, Yue, Evolution, Ecology and Organismal Biology, Ohio State Universtiy, Museum of Biological Diversity, 1315 Kinnear Rd, Columbus, OH 43212, yzhangfossil@gmail.com

A SPECIES ACCUMULATION CURVE FOR TRILOBITA
Abstract ID#: 233543

ADRAIN, Jonathan M., Department of Geoscience, University of Iowa, 121 Trowbridge Hall, Iowa City, IA 52242, jonathan-adrain@uiowa.edu and KARIM, Talia S., University of Colorado Museum of Natural History, 265 UCB, University of Colorado, Boulder, CO 80309

TEMPORAL AND PHYLOGENETIC VARIATION IN MORPHOLOGICAL AND TAXONOMIC DIVERSIFICATION RATES OF SEED PLANTS
Abstract ID#: 233629

SIMS, Hallie, Department of Geoscience, University of Iowa, Trowbridge Hall, Iowa City, IA 52242, hallie-sims@uiowa.edu

FOSSIL WIND-DISPERSED FRUITS AND SEEDS FROM THE PALEOCENE OF COLOMBIA AND THEIR IMPLICATIONS FOR EARLY NEOTROPICAL RAINFORESTS
Abstract ID#: 233637

HERRERA, Fabiany¹, MANCHESTER, Steven¹, CARVALHO, Monica R.², JARAMILLO, Carlos³, and WING, Scott L.⁴, (1) Florida Museum of Natural History & Biology Department, University of Florida, Museum Rd and Newell Dr, Dickinson Hall, Gainesville, FL 32611-7800, fherrera@flmnh.ufl.edu, (2) Department of Plant Biology, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853, (3) Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, Unit 0948, APO AA 34002, Balboa, Ancon, 0843-03092, Panama, (4) Paleobiology, Smithsonian Institution, P.O. Box 37012, Washington, DC 20013-7012

PHYLOGENY, DEVELOPMENTAL MODE, AND EVOLUTION IN GEMINATE SPECIES OF TURRITELLINE GASTROPODS FROM THE CENTRAL AMERICAN ISTHMUS REGION
Abstract ID#: 233829

SANG, Stephanie, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, Cornell University, 32560 North Burr Oak Drive, Solon, OH 44139, ss2666@cornell.edu and ALLMON, Warren D., Paleontological Research Institution, 1259 Trumansburg Road, Ithaca, NY 14850

VISUALIZING LARGE-SCALE TRENDS USING TIME-VARYING CHANGE-VS-ANCESTOR PLOTS
Abstract ID#: 233940

WANG, Steve C., Dept. of Mathematics and Statistics, Swarthmore College, 500 College Ave, Swarthmore, PA 19081, scwang@swarthmore.edu, REGO, Brianna L., Life Sciences Foundation, One Embarcadero Center, 27th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94111, and PAYNE, Jonathan L., Dept. of Geological & Environmental Sciences, Stanford University, 450 Serra Mall, Building 320, Stanford, CA 94305

MORPHOMETRIC ANALYSIS OF ASTARTE BOREALIS (MOLLUSCA: BIVALVIA) OF CAMDEN BAY, NORTHERN ALASKA
Abstract ID#: 233976

CHRPA, Michelle E., Department of Geosciences, Florida Atlantic University, 777 Glades Rd, Science and Engineering Building, Boca Raton, FL 33431, mchrpa@fau.edu and OLEINIK, Anton, Geosciences, Florida Atlantic University, 777 Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL 33431

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Petroleum/Energy

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Petroleum/Energy (Posters)

Oral 4	Poster 9	Either 3	Total 16

Petroleum/Energy Pool

Papers:

QUANTIFICATION AND INTERPRETATION OF MULTIPLE GENERATIONS OF QUARTZ CEMENTS: IMPROVING RESERVOIR QUALITY PREDICTIONS IN CLASTIC RESERVOIRS
Abstract ID#: 223023

MCLIN, Kristie S., MORANTES, Julymar M., and CSOMA, Anita E., Reservoir Quality Prediction, ConocoPhillips Company, 600 North Dairy Ashford, Houston, TX 77079, kristie.s.mclin@conocophillips.com

FROM QUALITATIVE OBSERVATIONS TO QUANTITATIVE DATA SETS: NEW QUANTITATIVE PORE-TO-LOG UPSCALING TECHNIQUES FOR RESERVOIR QUALITY PREDICTION
Abstract ID#: 232496

CSOMA, Anita E.¹, EL-SOBKY, Hesham F.¹, LIU, Faye¹, PHELPS, Ryan M.¹, SCHEFFER, Aimee¹, MCLIN, Kristie S.¹, and KO, Tingwei (Lucy)², (1) Geosciences & Reservoir Engineering Technology, ConocoPhillips, 600 North Dairy Ashford, Houston, TX 77079, anita.e.csoma@conocophillips.com, (2) Bureau of Economic Geology, Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas at Austin, 10100 Burnet Road, Austin, TX 78758

STRUCTURAL CONTROLS OF THE MACFARLANE GEOTHERMAL SYSTEM, HUMBOLDT COUNTY, NEVADA: A PROGRESS REPORT
Abstract ID#: 226525

KRAUSHAAR, Sabina M., Department of Geological Sciences and Engineering, University of Nevada, Reno, MS 172, Reno, NV 89557, smkraushaar@gmail.com and CASHMAN, Patricia H., Department of Geological Sciences and Engineering, University of Nevada, MS 172, Reno, NV 89557

TRACE ELEMENT GEOCHEMISTRY OF SOUTH AFRICAN OILS AND CONDENSATES
Abstract ID#: 220055

AKINLUA, Akinsehinwa, Fossil Fuels and Envirionmental Geochemistry Group, Department of Chemistry, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife 220005 Nigeria, geochemresearch@yahoo.com

THE GULF OF MEXICO ORIGIN, ITS SEDIMENTARY BASINS AND TYPE AND ABUNDANCE OF HYDROCARBONS DEPOSITS, WERE MAINLY THE PRODUCT OF A HOT SPOT EVOLUTION, SINCE EARLY MIDDLE JURASSIC TIME
Abstract ID#: 220676

RUEDA-GAXIOLA, Jaime, Ciencias de la Tierra, Escuela Superior de Ingenier�a y Arquitectura IPN, Calzada Ticom�n # 600, Col. San Jos� Ticom�n, Del. Gustavo A. Madero, Mexico City 07330 Mexico, jaime_rueda@cablevision.net.mx

DOMINANT CONTROLS ON DEPOSITION OF ORGANIC-RICH INTERVALS IN MARCELLUS SHALE: GEOCHEMICAL, ISOTOPIC AND PETROGRAPHIC EVIDENCES
Abstract ID#: 222721

CHEN, Ruiqian, Department of Geology and Geography, West Virginia University, 330 Brooks Hall, 98 Beechurst Ave, Morgantown, WV 26505, richen@mix.wvu.edu, SHARMA, Shikha, Department of Geology & Geography, West Virginia University, 330 Brooks Hall, National Energy Technology Laboratory-Regional University Alliance, Morgantown, WV 26506, and CARR, Timothy, Department of Geology & Geography, West Virginia University, 330 Brooks Hall, Morgantown, WV 26506

DEVELOPMENT OF UPPER JURASSIC MICROBOLITE BUILDUPS IN THE LITTLE CEDAR CREEK AND BROOKLYN FIELDS AND POSSIBLE EMBAYMENT WIDE MICROBOLITE BUILDUPS IN SOUTHWEST ALABAMA
Abstract ID#: 226727

DAY, Kyle L. and PARCELL, William C., Department of Geology, Wichita State University, 1845 Fairmount Ave, Campus Box 27, Wichita, KS 67260, kylel.day@gmail.com

THE UPPER CRETACEOUS TURNER SANDSTONE AS AN EMERGING OIL AND GAS PLAY, EASTERN POWDER RIVER BASIN, WYOMING
Abstract ID#: 226954

LEMASTER, Julia, Goolsby, Finley, and Associates, Casper, WY 82604 and BINGLE-DAVIS, Marron, Sunshine Valley Petroleum Corporation, Casper, WY 82605, mbingledavis@yahoo.com

BIODEGRADATION OF LOUISIANA WILCOX GROUP CRUDE OILS: EVIDENCE FOR INCREASED MICROBIAL METHANOGENESIS?
Abstract ID#: 228462

SHELTON, Jenna L., Eastern Energy Resources Science Center, U.S. Geological Survey, Reston, VA 20192, jlshelton@usgs.gov, WARWICK, Peter D., U.S. Geological Survey, 12201 Sunrise Valley Dr, MS 956, Reston, VA 20192, MCINTOSH, Jennifer C., Department of Hydrology and Water Resources, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ 85721, and MCCRAY, John E., Civil and Environmental Engineering, Colorado School of Mines, 1500 Illinois Street, Golden, CO 80401

ILLITE SURFACE CHEMISTRY AND SHALE OIL RESERVOIRS
Abstract ID#: 228871

BIHL, Jeremiah I., Environmental Engineering, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology, Socorro, NM 87801, jbihl@nmt.edu and BRADY, Patrick V., Sandia National Laboratories, P.O. Box 5800, Albuquerque, NM 87185

CHARACTERIZATION OF BRITTLE STRUCTURES IN BASALTS OF THE WESTERN SNAKE RIVER PLAIN, IDAHO: IMPLICATIONS FOR FRACTURE CONNECTIVITY IN A POTENTIAL GEOTHERMAL RESERVOIR
Abstract ID#: 230219

KESSLER, James A., Dept of Geology, Utah State University, 4505 OLD MAIN HILL, Logan, UT 84322, james.kessler@aggiemail.usu.edu, EVANS, James P., Dept. of Geology, Utah State University, 4505 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322-4505, SHERVAIS, John, Geology Department, Utah State University, Logan, UT 84322-4505, and SCHMITT, Douglas R., Physics, University of Alberta, CCIS 4-183, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2E1, Canada

POTENTIAL SEAL BYPASS FEATURES PRODUCED BY DEFORMATION-BAND FAULT TO OPENING-MODE FRACTURE TRANSITION AT THE RESERVOIR-CAPROCK INTERFACE
Abstract ID#: 231140

RADUHA, Stefan¹, BUTLER, David¹, MOZLEY, Peter S.¹, PERSON, Mark¹, EVANS, James P.², FLORES, Santiago², HEATH, Jason³, and DEWERS, Thomas³, (1) Department of Earth and Environmental Science, New Mexico Tech, 801 Leroy Place, Socorro, NM 87801, mozley@nmt.edu, (2) Department of Geology, Utah State University, 4505 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322-4505, (3) Sandia National Laboratories, PO Box 5800, Albuquerque, NM 87185-0750

THE DERDERE AND KARABA FORMATIONS OF LATE CRETACEOUS MARDIN GROUP,CEMBERLITAS OIL FIELD, SOUTHEASTERN TURKEY: DEPOSITIONAL ENVIRONMENTS AND SEQUENCE STRATIGRAPHY
Abstract ID#: 231288

MULAYIM, Oguz, Geological Sciences, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401, oguzzmlym@gmail.com, PASHIN, Jack C., Boone Pickens School of Geology, Oklahoma State University, 105 Noble Research Center, Stillwater, OK 74078, and �EMEN, Ibrahim, Department of Geological Sciences, The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487

HYDROCARBON CHARGE AND ACCUMULATION MECHANISMS IN THE DEEPLY BURIED TIGHT RESERVOIRS IN THE KUCHE DEPRESSION,WEST CHINA
Abstract ID#: 232348

ZHAO, Mengjun, LIU, Keyu, FANG, Shihu, LIU, Shaobo, ZHUO, Qinggong, LU, Xuesong, and FAN, Junjia, Research Institute of Petroleum Exploration and Development, PetroChina, Box 910, Xueyuan Road, Haidian ditrict, Beijing, China, Beijing, 100083, China, zmj@petrochina.com.cn

3-D SUBSURFACE VISUALIZATION OF THE LOWER MISSISSIPPIAN AND DEVONIAN PRODUCTION IN SOUTH CENTRAL KENTUCKY: A JOINT ARCGIS® AND PETRA® SOFTWARE STUDY
Abstract ID#: 233064

REEDER, Andrew D. and MAY, Michael T., Geography and Geology, Western Kentucky University, 1906 College Heights Blvd, Bowling Green, KY 42101, andrew.reeder@topper.wku.edu

PHYSICAL PROPERTY ANALYSIS OF EAGLE FORD SHALE:A PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENT
Abstract ID#: 234007

GUTIERREZ, Mario Andres, Ohio State School of Earth Science, Building 054, 125 S Oval Mall, Columbus, OH 43210, Gutierrez101@osu.edu

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 1	Total 1

Petrology, Experimental, Pool

Papers:

THE EFFECT OF WATER ON THE PHYSICAL AND THERMODYNAMIC PROPERTIES OF CALC-ALKALINE BASALT AND BASALTIC ANDESITE
Abstract ID#: 229629

ROBERT, Genevieve¹, WHITTINGTON, Alan G.¹, STECHERN, Andr�², and BEHRENS, Harald², (1) Department of Geological Sciences, University of Missouri-Columbia, 101 Geology Building, Columbia, MO 65211, genevieve.robert@mail.missouri.edu, (2) Institut f�r Mineralogie, Universit�t Hannover, Callinstra�e 3, Hannover, D-30167, Germany

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Petrology, Igneous

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Petrology, Igneous (Posters)

Oral 7	Poster 20	Either 6	Total 33

Petrology, Igneous, Pool

Papers:

CONTINUOUS INJECTION OF PLUME COMPONENTS TO SUB-CONTINENTAL LITHOSPHERIC MANTLE: EVIDENCE FROM THE EARLY PERMIAN TARIM LARGE IGNEOUS PROVINCE (NW CHINA)
Abstract ID#: 220012

LI, Yinqi¹, LI, Zilong¹, YU, Xing², SANTOSH, M.³, CHEN, Hanlin¹, YANG, Shufeng⁴, LANGMUIR, Charles H.⁵, YANG, Xiaoqiang¹, and ZOU, Siyuan¹, (1) Department of Earth Sciences, Zhejiang University, 38 Zheda Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou, 310027, China, liyinqi@zju.edu.cn, (2) State Oceanic Administrator, Second Institute of Oceanography, No. 36 Baochubei Road, Hangzhou, 310012, China, (3) China University of Geosciences, Beijing, 100083, (4) Department of Earth Sciences, Zhejiang University, Department of Earth Sciences, Zhejiang University, 38 Zheda Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou, 310027, China, (5) Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, Harvard University, 20 Oxford Street, Cambridge, MA 02138

EL INEIGI RARE-METAL BEARING GRANITES, CENTRAL EASTERN DESERT OF EGYPT: A COMPOSITE ZONED PLUTON EVOLVED THROUGH AN EARLY MELT-RESTITE UNMIXING TO LATE MAGMA MIXING
Abstract ID#: 220289

HASSAN MOHAMED, Fathy, Geology, Faculty of Science, Alexandria University, Moharrem Bek, Alexandria 21568 Egypt, fathym54@yahoo.com

PERIDOTITE-PYROXENITE RELATIONSHIPS IN OROGENIC PERIDOTITES FROM LIVERPOOL LAND, EASTERN GREENLAND CALEDONIDES: CHEMICAL METASOMATISM OR MECHANICAL MIXING?
Abstract ID#: 224235

BRUECKNER, Hannes K., Lamont�Doherty Earth Observatory, Columbia University, 61 Route 9W, Palisades, NY 10964, hannes@ldeo.columbia.edu, MEDARIS, L.G. Jr, Department of Geoscience, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 1215 West Dayton Street, Madison, WI 53706, GRIFFIN, W.L., ARC Centre of Excellence for Core to Crust Fluid Systems, Macquarie University, Sydney, NSW, 2109, Australia, JOHNSTON, Scott M., Physics Department, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA 93407, BUBBICO, Richard, School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Queens College, CUNY, Queens, NY 11367, and HARTZ, Ebbe H., Physics of Geological Processes, Oslo University, PO Box 1048 Blindern, Oslo, 0316, Norway

GEOCHEMISTRY AND INTRUSIVE AGE OF THE KEBNE DYKE COMPLEX IN THE KEBNEKAISE MASSIF, NORTHERN SWEDISH CALEDONIDES: COMPARISON OF THE THOLEIITIC CONTINENTAL-OCEANIC TRANSITION ROCKS IN THE SEVE-KALAK SUPERTERRANE
Abstract ID#: 226563

BAIRD, Graham B., Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, University of Northern Colorado, Campus Box 100, Greeley, CO 80639, FIGG, Sean A., Department of Earth, Space, & Aviation Sciences, Palomar College, 1140 W. Mission Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069, sfigg@palomar.edu, and CHAMBERLAIN, Kevin R., Dept. of Geology and Geophysics, University of Wyoming, Dept. 3006, 1000 University Avenue, Laramie, WY 82071

GEOCHEMICAL CHARACTERIZATION OF BANGKA ISLAND GRANITOID : TYPOLOGY AND GEOTECTONIC REVIEW
Abstract ID#: 227631

SETIAWAN, Kurnia, Ppgn, BATAN-Indonesia, Jl. Lebak Bulus Raya No.9, Jakarta, 12440, Indonesia, setiawan.kurnia@gmail.com and PRIADI, Bambang, Geological Engineering, Faculty of Earth Sciences And Technology, Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB), Jl.Ganesha 10, Bandung, 40132, Indonesia

GEOCHEMICAL CHARACTERIZATION OF IGNEOUS ROCKS IN CENTRAL CHIHUAHUA, MEXICO
Abstract ID#: 228175

ESPEJEL-GARC�A, Vanessa Ver�nica, FONTES, Itzel, ESTRADA, Victor M., LOZANO, Joel, and VILLALOBOS-ARAGON, Alejandro, Facultad de Ingenieria, Universidad Autonoma de Chihuahua, Circuito No. 1, Campus Universitario 2, Chihuahua, 31125, Mexico, vanessa_espejel@yahoo.com

HETEROGENITY OF HAFNIUM ISOTOPES IN OCEANIC MANTLE RECORDED BY ZIRCONS FROM GABBROS IN SLOW-SPREADING RIDGES
Abstract ID#: 228365

THOMAS, Christine L.¹, GRIMES, Craig B.¹, KAMENOV, George D.², and MUELLER, Paul A.³, (1) Department of Geological Sciences, Ohio University, 316 Clippinger Laboratories, Athens, OH 45701, christinethomas719@gmail.com, (2) Department of Geological Sciences, University of Florida, 241 Williamson Hall, PO Box 112120, Gainesville, FL 32611, (3) Department of Geological Sciences, University of Florida, 241 Williamson Hall, Gainesville, FL 32611

PETROLOGY, GEOCHEMISTRY AND STRUCTURAL CONTROL OF A LATE VARISCAN RING PLUTON: THE SANTA EULÁLIA PLUTONIC COMPLEX (ALENTEJO, PORTUGAL)
Abstract ID#: 228845

LOPES, Luis¹, LOPES, Jose Carrilho², SANT'OVAIA, Helena³, NOGUEIRA, Pedro⁴, and RIBEIRO, Maria dos Anjos³, (1) University of Evora, School of Sciences and Technology, Department of Geosciences, Geophysics Center of Evora, Universidade de Evora - Departamento de Geociencias, Rua Romao Ramalho, 59, Evora, 7002 554, Portugal, lopes@uevora.pt, (2) University of Evora, School of Sciences and Technology, Department of Geosciences, Geology Center of Lisbon, IDL, Universidade de Evora - Departamento de Geociencias, Rua Romao Ramalho, 59, Evora, 7002 554, Portugal, (3) DGAOT, Centro de Geologia, Faculdade de Ci�ncias, Universidade do Porto, R. Campo Alegre, Porto, 4169 007, Portugal, (4) University of Evora, School of Sciences and Technology, Department of Geosciences, Centro de Geologia, UP, Universidade de Evora - Departamento de Geociencias, Rua Romao Ramalho, 59, Evora, 7002 554, Portugal

SUBSOLIDUS ISOTHERMAL FRACTIONAL CRYSTALLIZATION
Abstract ID#: 225308

LONDON, David, School of Geology and Geophysics, University of Oklahoma, 100 East Boyd Street, SEC 710, Norman, OK 73019-1009, dlondon@ou.edu

IGNEOUS PHASE DIAGRAMS: PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE DIRECTIONS
Abstract ID#: 229637

WHITTINGTON, Alan G., Geological Sciences, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO 65211, whittingtona@missouri.edu

NEW METHOD FOR ENHANCED SAMPLING STRATEGY OF BASALT: LASER-INDUCED BREAKDOWN SPECTROSCOPY (LIBS) ANALYSIS OF THE CARRIZOZO BASALT FLOW, NEW MEXICO
Abstract ID#: 226935

REES, Shannon, Geological Sciences, New Mexico State University, Box 30001, MSC 3AB, Las Cruces, NM 88003, skrees@nmsu.edu and MCMILLAN, Nancy J., Geological Sciences, New Mexico State University, Box 30001 MSC 3AB, Las Cruces, NM 88003

MINERALOGICAL CONSTRAINTS ON THE MAGMATIC EVOLUTION OF THE MINERAL LAKE INTRUSION, NORTHERN WISCONSIN
Abstract ID#: 227616

MAYBORN, Kyle R., CANDIOTO, Joseph A., GARVIS, Timothy M., GUSTAFSON, Randal W., and HICKS, Jacob J., Dept. of Geology, Western Illinois Univ, 1 University Circle, Macomb, IL 61455, KR-Mayborn@wiu.edu

NO REQUIREMENT FOR NON-PERIDOTITE SOURCES FOR SNAEFELLSNES OFF-AXIS LAVAS, ICELAND
Abstract ID#: 227857

PEATE, David W., Dept. of Earth & Environmental Sciences, University of Iowa, 121 Trowbridge Hall, Iowa City, IA 52242, david-peate@uiowa.edu

PETROGRAPHIC COMPARISON OF SUBSURFACE ALKALI-FELDSPAR GRANITES TO THE EXPOSED PLUTONS OF THE SOUTHERN OKLAHOMA AULACOGEN, U.S.A
Abstract ID#: 227930

PRICE, Jonathan D., Department of Chemistry, Geosciences, & Physics, Midwestern State University, 3410 Taft Blvd, Wichita Falls, TX 76308, jonathan.price@mwsu.edu and PUCKETT, Robert E. Jr, 12700 Arrowhead Lane, Oklahoma City, OK 73120

SHOSHONITIC VOLCANISM IN THE WALKER LANE, WESTERN NEVADA
Abstract ID#: 228089

ROBINSON, Paul T., State Key Laboratory of Continental Tectonics and Dynamics, Institute of Geology, Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences, Beijing, Beijing, 100037, China, paulrobinson94@hotmail.com, ZHOU, Mei-Fu, Earth Sciences, The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam Road, Hong Kong, 10000, China, LI, Jianwei, State Key Laboratory of Geological Processes and Mineral Resources, Faculty of Earth Resources, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, 430074, China, CHEN, Lei, State Key Laboratory of Geological Processes and Mineral Resources, Faculty of Earth Resources, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, 430074, China, YANG, Jing-Sui, Laboratory for Continental Dynamics, Center for Advanced Research on Mantle, Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences, 26 Baiwanzhuiang Road, Beijing, 100037, China, and GAO, Jianfeng, Department of Earth Sciences, The University of Hong Kong, Hongkong, 999077, China

PETROGRAPHIC STUDIES REVEAL A HISTORY OF SUBSOLIDUS FLUID:MINERAL INTERACTION, MINERALOGICAL MODIFICATION AND RARE-METAL ENRICHMENT IN TYPE SAMPLES OF THE CRETACEOUS MONGOLIAN ONGONITES
Abstract ID#: 228141

KONTAK, Daniel J., Departmetn of Earth Sciences, Laurentian University, Ramsey Lake Road, Sudbury, ON P3E 2C6, Canada, dkontak@laurentian.ca and DOSTAL, Jaroslav, Department of Geology, St. Mary's University, Halilfax, NS B3H 3C3, Canada

USING RARE EARTH ELEMENT DATA TO DETERMINE THE DOMINANT MECHANISM FOR THE ORIGIN OF THE SPANISH PEAKS INTRUSIVE ROCKS OF SOUTH-CENTRAL COLORADO
Abstract ID#: 228907

PENN, Brian S., Legacy Core Scanning, LLC, P.O. Box 16403, Colorado Springs, CO 80935-6403, brian.s.penn@gmail.com

INVESTIGATION OF MAGMATIC FEATURES AND GEOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF THE AZTEC WASH PLUTON, SOUTHERN NEVADA
Abstract ID#: 229268

KEHOE, Kelsey S. and LUNDSTROM, Craig C., Dept of Geology, Univ of Illinois, 605 E. Springfield Avenue, Champaign, IL 61820, kkehoe2@illinois.edu

PETROGENESIS OF THE UAE CARBONATITES - GEOCHEMICAL AND ISOTOPIC SIGNATURES
Abstract ID#: 230570

ALAABED, Sulaiman, Department of Geology, Faculty of Science. UAE University, P.O.Box 15551, Al-Ain 15551 United Arab Emirates, s.alaabed@uaeu.ac.ae

MAGMATIC EVOLUTION OF THE EARLY TERTIARY RHYOLITE AND ASSOCIATED INTRUSIVE ROCKS OF SIERRA BLANCA AND ROUND TOP IN THE TRANS-PECOS REGION OF TEXAS
Abstract ID#: 231071

ELLIOTT, Brent, The Bureau of Economic Geology, The University of Texas at Austin, University Station Box X, Austin, TX 78713, brent.elliott@beg.utexas.edu, O'NEILL, L. Christine, The Jackson School of Geoscience, The University of Texas at Austin, 105 W 38th 1/2 Street, Apt 203, Austin, TX 78751, and KYLE, J. Richard, Department of Geological Sciences, Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX 78712

HIGH-RESOLUTION MAPPING ILLUSTRATES LATE-STAGE MAGMA MIXING PROCESSES
Abstract ID#: 231219

FARNER, Michael J., Dept of Earth Science, Rice University, 6100 Main Street MS-126, Houston, TX 77005, mfarner@rice.edu, MIKUS, Mark L., Dept of Earth Science, Rice University, 6100 Main Street, MS-126, Houston, TX 77005, and LEE, Cin-Ty A., Dept of Earth Science, Rice Univ, MS 126, 6100 Main St, Houston, TX 77005

A FIELD AND GEOCHEMICAL STUDY OF THE HYDROUS FRACTIONATION OF AN ALKALINE PRIMITIVE ARC MELT: THE DARIV IGNEOUS COMPLEX, WESTERN MONGOLIA
Abstract ID#: 231537

BUCHOLZ, Claire E.¹, JAGOUTZ, Oliver¹, and SCHMIDT, Max W.², (1) Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA 02139, cbucholz@mit.edu, (2) ETH, Z�rich, 8092, Switzerland

U-PB ZIRCON GEOCHRONOLOGY OF THE SOUTH MOUNTAINS METAMORPHIC CORE COMPLEX, CENTRAL ARIZONA
Abstract ID#: 231701

CLEMENTS, Brian Lee, SCHWARTZ, Joshua J., and MIRANDA, Elena A., Department of Geological Sciences, California State University Northridge, 18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA 91330-8266, brian.lee.clements@gmail.com

GEOCHEMICAL AND ISOTOPIC COMPOSITION OF BASALTS FROM THE EARLY MESOZOIC POMPERAUG BASIN, WESTERN CONNECTICUT
Abstract ID#: 232363

FLEMING, Thomas H., Department of Earth Sciences, Southern Connecticut State University, 501 Crescent Street, New Haven, CT 06515, flemingt1@southernct.edu

STABLE ISOTOPE EVIDENCE FOR CLOSED SYSTEM CRYSTALLIZATION OF ANATECTIC MELT: THE MOUNT MICA PEGMATITE, MAINE
Abstract ID#: 232484

HOLK, Gregory J., Department of Geological Sciences and IIRMES, California State Univ Long Beach, 1250 Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90840, gholk@csulb.edu and KELLY, Jennifer, Paleo Solutions Inc, 911 S. Primrose, Unit J, Monrovia, CA 91016

PETROGENETIC ANALYSIS OF THE WENATCHEE RIDGE ORTHOGNEISS IN THE NORTH CASCADE MOUNTAINS, WASHINGTON STATE
Abstract ID#: 233556

ZAGGLE, R.H. and MAGLOUGHLIN, J.F., Department of Geosciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523, richardzaggle@gmail.com

PETROLOGICAL AND GEOCHEMICAL STUDIES TO IDENTIFY RARE METAL AND RARE EARTH RICH PHASES IN THE ALKALINE BELTS OF KUNAVARAM AND KUNDULURU, KHAMMAM DISTRICT, ANDHRA PRADESH, INDIA
Abstract ID#: 233677

REDDY, Ragi Mallikarjuna, HEAD, Department of Geology, Kakatiya University, Andhra Pradesh, Warangal, 506009, India, mallikragi@gmail.com and REDDY, Sadhi Srinivas, Department of Geology, Kakatiya University, Andhra Pradesh, Warangal, 506009, India

UNUSUAL CHEMISTRY AND COMPLEX MAGMATIC HISTORY OF THE ENIGMA STRATOVOLCANO, MCCULLOUGH RANGE, SOUTHERN NEVADA
Abstract ID#: 233990

JOHNSEN, Racheal L.¹, SMITH, Eugene¹, and REN, Minghua², (1) Geoscience, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV 89154-4010, johnsen2@unlv.nevada.edu, (2) Dept. Goesciences, UNLV, Las Vegas, NV 89154-4010

THE NATURE OF PLEISTOCENE VOLCANISM IN NORTHEASTERN JORDAN
Abstract ID#: 220213

ALFUGHA, Hassan Farhan, Geology, Faculty of Science, University of Jordan, Madaba near the Mahabh Hospital, Amman 1953 Jordan, h.alfugha@ju.edu.jo

REACTIVE LATE-STAGE MICROSTRUCTURES IN THE SEPT ILES LAYERED INTRUSION, QUEBEC, CANADA
Abstract ID#: 223492

KEEVIL, Halley A., NAMUR, Olivier, and HOLNESS, Marian B., Department of Earth Sciences, University of Cambridge, Downing Street, Cambridge, CB2 3EQ, United Kingdom, hak28@cam.ac.uk

GEOCHEMISTRY OF DISTINCT MAFIC DYKES FROM THE DAMODAR VALLEY GONDWANA BASINS AND CHHOTANAGPUR GNEISSIC TERRAIN, EASTERN INDIA: IMPLICATIONS FOR THEIR PETROGENESIS AND TECTONIC SETTING
Abstract ID#: 223493

SINHA, Anup K., Indian Institute Of Geomagnetism, Dr. K.S. Krishnan Geomagnetic Research Laboratory, Chamanganj Bazaar, Jhunsi, PO-Hanumanganj, Via-Hetapur, Allahabad, 221505, India, dranup73@gmail.com and SRIVASTAVA, Rajesh K., Department of Geology, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, 221 005, India

SULFIDE MINERALS OF THE MIDDLE BANDED SERIES OF THE STILLWATER COMPLEX, MONTANA
Abstract ID#: 224438

FERGUSON, Katherine M.¹, BOUDREAU, Alan E.¹, and AIRD, Hannah M.², (1) Earth & Ocean Sciences, Duke University, Old Chemistry Building, Box 90227, Durham, NC 27708, katherine.ferguson@duke.edu, (2) Earth and Ocean Sciences, Duke University, Durham, NC 27708

EVOLUTION OF LI- AND B-BEARING FLUIDS IN GRANITIC PEGMATITE SYSTEMS
Abstract ID#: 225028

GAMMEL, Elizabeth M. and NABELEK, Peter I., Geological Sciences, University of Missouri, 101 Geological Sciences Bldg, Columbia, MO 65211, emg5y7@mail.missouri.edu

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Petrology, Metamorphic (Posters)

Oral 2	Poster 6	Either 3	Total 11

Petrology, Metamorphic, Pool

Papers:

APPLICATION OF PHASE DIAGRAMS FOR UNDERSTANDING STRAIN LOCALIZATION AND SHEAR ZONE FORMATION
Abstract ID#: 227492

GONCALVES, Philippe¹, OLIOT, Emilien², POILVET, Jean-Charles¹, and MARQUER, Didier¹, (1) UMR Chrono-environnement, Universit� de Franche-Comt�, 16 route de Gray, Besan�on, 25030, France, philippe.goncalves@univ-fcomte.fr, (2) Institut de Physique du Globe de Strasbourg, Universit� Louis Pasteur, 1 rue Blessig, Strasbourg, 67084, France

THE EDUCATIONAL VALUE OF METAMORPHIC PHASE DIAGRAMS: TRANSFORMING STUDENT THINKING
Abstract ID#: 225215

HIRSCH, David M., Geology, Western Washington University, 516 High St, Bellingham, WA 98225, hirschd@geol.wwu.edu

USE OF CALCULATED ISOCHEMICAL PRESSURE-TEMPERATURE, PT-N AND PT-X SECTIONS TO CONSTRAIN THE P-T DECOMPRESSION PATH AND FOLLOW CHANGES IN MODES AND COMPOSITIONS OF MINERALS AND MELT IN PARTIALLY MELTED METAPELITES OF THE UHP TERRANE, N.E. GREENLAND CALEDONIDES
Abstract ID#: 226029

LANG, Helen M., Dept. Geology & Geography, West Virginia Univ, P.O. Box 6300, Morgantown, WV 26506-6300, Helen.Lang@mail.wvu.edu and GILOTTI, Jane A., Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Iowa, 121 Trowbridge Hall, Iowa City, IA 52242

GARNET GROWTH IN RESPONSE TO MYLONITIZATION, GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN WINDOW, BLUE RIDGE PROVINCE, WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA
Abstract ID#: 226823

FRUSHOUR, Anthony M. and ABBOTT, Richard N. Jr, Department of Geology, Appalachian State University, Boone, NC 28608, frushouram@appstate.edu

GREATER HIMALAYAN GNEISS PRESERVES SEDIMENTARY STRUCTURES – PHENOMENON OR FANTASY?
Abstract ID#: 227998

ENOS, Paul, University of Kansas, Department of Geology, 120 Lindley Hall, Lawrence, KS 66045, enos@KU.edu

PETROGENESIS AND FIELD RELATIONS OF A SERPENTINITE BODY NEAR RIGGINS, IDAHO
Abstract ID#: 229601

STEVEN, Cody J., Geological Sciences, University of Idaho, Moscow, ID 83844, stev9976@vandals.uidaho.edu

METASOMATIC FORMATION OF CALC-SILICATE MINERALS DURING HYDROTHERMAL ALTERATION OF ARKOSIC CONGLOMERATES AND SANDSTONES, FROM THE KEWEENAW PENINSULA, MICHIGAN
Abstract ID#: 230516

VANARENDONK, Nathan, Geological and Environmental Sciences Department, Hope College, 35 W 12th Street, Holland, MI 49423, nathan.vanarendonk@hope.edu, RHEDE, Dieter, Helmholtz-Zentrum Potsdam, Deutsches GeoForschungsZentrum (GFZ), Potsdam, 14473, Germany, BORNHORST, Theodore J., A. E. Seaman Mineral Museum, Michigan Technological University, 1404 E. Sharon Avenue, Houghton, MI 49931, and HANSEN, Edward C., Geological and Environmental Sciences, Hope College, 35 E 12th Street, Holland, MI 49423

LITHOLOGICAL CORRELATION WITH TRACE ELEMENT ABUNDANCES AND MONAZITE STABILITY: IMPLICATIONS FOR FLUID AVAILABILITY IN THE METAMORPHIC AUREOLE OF THE BALLACHULISH IGNEOUS COMPLEX
Abstract ID#: 231089

HENSLEY, Stanley A. II, Geosciences, Texas Tech University, Dept. of Geosciences, MS 1053, Science Building, Room 125, Lubbock, TX 79409, stanley.hensley@ttu.edu and HETHERINGTON, Callum J., Department of Geosciences, Texas Tech University, Box 41053, Lubbock, TX 79409-1053

METAMORPHISM AND ALTERATION OF MAFIC AND ULTRAMAFIC ROCKS AT BLACK MOUNTAIN, SOUTHERN MOJAVE DESERT, CA
Abstract ID#: 231656

HAVRANEK, Rachel E.¹, LACKEY, Jade Star¹, SCHWARTZ, Joshua J.², and BARNES, Jaime D.³, (1) Geology Department, Pomona College, 185 E. 6th St, Claremont, CA 91711, reh02010@mymail.pomona.edu, (2) Department of Geological Sciences, California State University Northridge, 18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA 91330, (3) Jackson School of Geosciences, The University of Texas at Austin, 1 University Station, C1160, Austin, TX 78712

SI INCORPORATION IN DIAMOND OVERGROWTHS IN THE PRESENCE OF ENSTATITE, PYRRHOTITE, AND CARBON
Abstract ID#: 232144

HOLSING, Nicholas A., Department of Geological Sciences and Environmental Studies, Binghamton University, PO Box 6000, Binghamton, NY 13902-6000, nholsin1@binghamton.edu and JENKINS, David M., Geological Sciences and Environmental Studies, Binghamton University, Binghamton, NY 13902-6000

DECIPHERING P-T CONDITIONS OF METAMORPHIC ROCKS FROM THE MENDERES MASSIF OF SW TURKEY
Abstract ID#: 232989

ATAKTURK, Katelyn, Jackson School of Geosciences, The University of Texas at Austin, Jackson School of Geosciences, 2225 Speedway, Stop C1160, Austin, TX 78712, atakturk@utexas.edu, CATLOS, E.J., Geological Sciences, University of Texas at Austin, Jackson School of Geosciences, Austin, TX 78712, DINIZ, Emre, Boone Pickens School of Geology, Oklahoma State University, Noble Research Center, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078, and �EMEN, Ibrahim, Department of Geological Sciences, The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487

Oral 1	Poster 1	Either 0	Total 2

Planetary Geology Pool

Papers:

AND WE HAVE LIFTOFF: ENGAGING NON-SCIENCE MAJORS THROUGH MODEL ROCKETRY
Abstract ID#: 224169

LANG, Nicholas P., Department of Geology, Mercyhurst University, 501 E. 38th Street, Erie, PA 16546, nlang@mercyhurst.edu

DIFFUSION RATE OF PARTICLES EJECTED FROM ENCELADUS INTO THE E-RING
Abstract ID#: 228989

FOOTE, Jeremy K., Department of GeoScience, Bridgewater State University, 100 Plymouth St, Whitman, MA 02382, jfoote@jeremyfoote.net and CICERONE, Robert D., Earth Sciences, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA 02325

Oral 10	Poster 0	Either 1	Total 11

Precambrian Geology

Papers:

LOOKING FOR THE EARLY ARCHEAN ROCKS IN SOUTH AMERICA: U-PB DATING AND HF ISOTOPES IN ZIRCONS FROM THE NORTH SAO FRANCISCO CRATON, BRAZIL
Abstract ID#: 233101

DANTAS, Elton Luiz¹, BRITO NEVES, Benjamim Bley², and FUCK, Reinhardt¹, (1) Instituto de Geociencias, Universidade de Brasilia, Brasilia, 70910900, Brazil, elton@unb.br, (2) USP, Universidade de S�o Paulo, S�o Paulo, 05508080, Brazil

PRECAMBRIAN GREENSTONE SEQUENCES REPRESENT DIFFERENT OPHIOLITE TYPES
Abstract ID#: 228495

FURNES, Harald, Department of Earth Science, Univ of Bergen, Allegt. 41, Bergen, 5007, Norway, harald.furnes@geol.uib.no, DILEK, Yildirim, Department of Geology & Environmental Earth Science, Miami University, Oxford, 114 Shideler Hall, Patterson Avenue, Oxford, Ohio, OH 45056, and DEWIT, Maarten, AEON, Earth Stewardship Science, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, Port Elizabeth, South Africa, 6031

3.5 BILLION YEARS OF RESHAPING, DEPLETING AND RESTOCKING KAAPVAAL CRATON CRUST
Abstract ID#: 227447

DE WIT, Maarten J., Aeon, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, Port Elizabeth 6031 South Africa, maarten.dewit@nmmu.ac.za

3.5 GA DEEP-WATER FOSSIL HYDROTHERMAL FIELD AND SUBAERIAL DIAMICTITE ─ HOT ARCHEAN CRUST IN DEEP COOL OCEANS
Abstract ID#: 228302

DE WIT, Maarten J., Aeon, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, Port Elizabeth, 6031, South Africa, maarten.dewit@nmmu.ac.za and FURNES, Harald, Department of Earth Science & Centre for Geobiology, University of Bergen, Allegaten 41, Bergen, 5007, Norway

SILICON ISOTOPE COMPOSITION OF ARCHEAN CHERTS FROM >3.7 GA TO 2.7 GA DETERMINED BY SECONDARY ION MASS SPECTROMETRY (SIMS)
Abstract ID#: 228944

BRENGMAN, Latisha Ashley, Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37922, lbrengma@utk.edu, FEDO, Christopher M., Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences, University of Tennessee, 1412 Circle Drive, Knoxville, TN 37996, and WHITEHOUSE, Martin J., Department of Geosciences, Swedish Museum of Natural History, Stockholm, SE-104 05, Sweden

NEW DETRITAL ZIRCON AGE CONSTRAINTS ON THE PALEOPROTEROZOIC WOLHAARKOP-DRAKENSTEIN LATERITIC PALEOSOL, GAMAGARA KARST LATERITES AND THE LUCKNOW HEAVY CARBONATE CARBON ISOTOPE EXCURSION, GRIQUALAND WEST, SOUTH AFRICA
Abstract ID#: 227809

BEUKES, Nicolas J.¹, DA SILVA, Richard¹, DREYER, Daphne¹, VAN NIEKERK, Herman¹, VORSTER, Clarisa¹, and FREI, Dirk², (1) Department of Geology, University of Johannesburg, Auckland Park, 2006, South Africa, nbeukes@uj.ac.za, (2) Central Analytical Facility, Stellenbosch University, Private Bag X1, Matieland, 7602, South Africa

OXYATMOVERSION AT MILLENIAL RESOLUTION ACCOMPANIES YOUNGEST SIDERIAN SNOWBALL EARTH DEGLACIATION
Abstract ID#: 233550

RAUB, Timothy D. and TANG, Terry Y.S., Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of St. Andrews, Irvine Building, North Street, St. Andrews, KY16 9AL, United Kingdom, timraub@st-andrews.ac.uk

FLUVIAL IRON FORMATION: A NEW PRECAMBRIAN BIOGEOCHEMICAL SEDIMENTARY SYSTEM, EARAHEEDY BASIN, WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Abstract ID#: 228104

PUFAHL, Peir K., Department of Earth and Environmental Science, Acadia University, 12 University Ave, Wolfville, NS B4P 2R6, Canada, peir.pufahl@acadiau.ca, HIATT, Eric E., Geology Department, Univ of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, 800 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh, WI 54901, and PIRAJNO, Franco, Geological Survey of Western Australia, 100 Plain Street, East Perth, 6004, Australia

HG CONCENTRATIONS AND MASS INDEPENDENT FRACTIONATION IN MID-PROTEROZOIC MARINE SHALES
Abstract ID#: 231198

THIBODEAU, Alyson M.¹, BERGQUIST, Bridget A.¹, KAH, Linda C.², HAZEN, Robert M.³, ONO, Shuhei⁴, and GHOSH, Sanghamitra¹, (1) Department of Earth Sciences, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5S 3B1, Canada, alyson.thibodeau@gmail.com, (2) Earth and Planetary Sciences, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37996, (3) Geophysical Laboratory, Carnegie Institution of Washington, 5251 Broad Branch Road, NW, Washington DC, 20015, (4) Department of Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 77 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139

TRACKING THE CHEMOCLINE IN ANCIENT OCEANS: AN EXAMPLE FROM THE MESOPROTEROZOIC OF MAURITANIA
Abstract ID#: 222848

GILLEAUDEAU, Geoffrey J. and KAH, Linda C., Earth and Planetary Sciences, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37996, ggillea1@gmail.com

CALCITIZED EVAPORITES AND THE EVOLUTION OF EARTH’S EARLY BIOSPHERE
Abstract ID#: 222847

MANNING-BERG, Ashley R. and KAH, Linda C., Earth and Planetary Sciences, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37996, aberg@utk.edu

Oral 0	Poster 13	Either 0	Total 13

Precambrian Geology (Posters)

Papers:

ALTERATION AND FRACTURE FILLING SYSTEMS IN PROTEROZOIC HIGH GRADE MIGMATITES AT SPENT NUCLEAR FUEL REPOSITORY SITE, OLKILUOTO, SW FINLAND
Abstract ID#: 222837

AALTONEN, Ismo S., Development, Posiva Oy, Olkiluoto, Eurajoki, FI-27160, Finland, ismo.aaltonen@posiva.fi, FRONT, Kai A., VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, P.O. Box 1000, Espoo, FI-02044 VTT, Finland, GEH�R, Seppo A., Oulu Mining School, University of Oulu, Oulu, FI-90014, Finland, and SAHLSTEDT, Elina K., Department of Geosciences and Geography, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, FI-00014, Finland

SHRIMP U–PB ZIRCON AGES (~1.87 GA) OF MASSIF-TYPE ANORTHOSITES IN THE YEONGNAM MASSIF, KOREA: IMPLICATIONS FOR PALEOPROTEROZOIC MANTLE DELAMINATION IN THE NORTH CHINA CRATON
Abstract ID#: 230666

LEE, Yuyoung¹, CHO, Moonsup¹, CHEONG, Wonseok¹, and YI, Keewook², (1) School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Seoul National University, Seoul, 151-747, South Korea, yuyoung2@snu.ac.kr, (2) Korea Basic Science Institute, Ochang, Chungbuk, 363-883, South Korea

THE DAKOTAN TECTONIC ZONE RECORDS FINAL SUTURING OF WYOMING AND SUPERIOR PROVINCES AT 1750–1715 MA; NORTHEASTERN BLACK HILLS, SD
Abstract ID#: 231079

ALLARD, Stephen T., Department of Geoscience, Winona State University, P.O. Box 5838, Winona, MN 55987, sallard@winona.edu

DIVERSE, WIDESPREAD STATIC PORPHYROBLASTS: THE LAST GASP OF PROTEROZOIC METAMORPHISM IN THE BLACK HILLS, SOUTH DAKOTA?
Abstract ID#: 230892

RATAJESKI, Kent¹, GREENBERG, Jeffrey K.², ALLARD, Stephen T.³, SCHWANDT, Craig S.⁴, TULIMIERO, Chris J.², and GATES, Christopher H.², (1) Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Kentucky, Slone Research Building, Lexington, KY 40515, kent.ratajeski@uky.edu, (2) Department of Geology and Environmental Science, Wheaton College, 501 College Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187, (3) Department of Geoscience, Winona State University, P.O. Box 5838, Winona, MN 55987, (4) McCrone Associates, Inc, 850 Pasquinelli Drive, Westmont, IL 60559

AGES AND PB-SR-ND ISOTOPES OF SILICATE ROCKS AT MOUNTAIN PASS, SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Abstract ID#: 233222

PREMO, Wayne R., US Geological Survey, MS 963, Denver Federal Center, Denver, CO 80225, wpremo@usgs.gov, DEWITT, Ed H., Central Mineral Resources Team, US Geological Survey, MS 973, Denver Federal Center, Lakewood, CO 80225, MOSCATI, Richard J., U.S. Geological Survey, Box 25046, MS963, Denver Federal Center, Denver, CO 80225, COSCA, Michael A., USGS, Box 25046, Denver, CO 80225-0046, STOESER, Douglas, Central Region Mineral Resources Team, USGS, Mail Stop 973 Box 25046 DFC, Denver, CO 80225, and PREMO, Virginia L., Dept. of Chemistry, Colorado School of Mines, Golden, CO 80401

STRUCTURAL STUDY OF THE EASTERN SEGMENT OF THE SVECONORWEGIAN OROGEN IN THE HALLAND PROVINCE, SW SWEDEN
Abstract ID#: 229418

PINAN-LLAMAS, Aranzazu¹, M�LLER, Charlotte², JOHANSSON, Leif², and HANSEN, Edward C.³, (1) Department of Geosciences, Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne, 2101 E. Coliseum Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46805-1499, pinana@ipfw.edu, (2) Geology Department, Lund University, Lund, S-223 62, Sweden, (3) Geological and Environmental Sciences, Hope College, 35 E 12th Street, Holland, MI 49423

USING PALEOMAGNETISM TO DETERMINE PALEOGEOGRAPHIC HISTORY AND TECTONIC RELATIONS OF THE SINCLAIR TERRANE, NAMIBIA
Abstract ID#: 229063

PANZIK, Joseph E., Department of Geology and Geophysics, Yale University, New Haven, CT 06511, jepanzik@gmail.com, KASBOHM, Jennifer J., Geology and Geophysics, Yale University, New Haven, CT 06511, EVANS, David A.D., Department of Geology and Geophysics, Yale University, New Haven, CT 06520, HANSON, Richard E., School of Geology, Energy and the Environment, Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, TX 76129, and GOSE, Wulf A., Department of Geological Sciences, Jackson School for Geosciences, University of Texas, Austin, TX 78712

GEOCHRONOLOGY OF QUARTZO-FELDSPATHIC AND AMPHIBOLITIC MIGMATITE GNEISSES IN THE EASTERN SEGMENT OF THE SVECONORWEGIAN OROGEN, SOUTHWEST SWEDEN
Abstract ID#: 228585

JOHANSSON, Leif¹, ANDERSSON, Jenny², M�LLER, Charlotte¹, PINAN LLAMAS, Aranzazu³, and HANSEN, Edward C.⁴, (1) Geology Department, Lund University, Lund, S-223 62, Sweden, (2) Geological Survey of Sweden, Box 670, Uppsala, SE-751 28, Sweden, (3) Department of Geosciences, Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne, 2101 E. Coliseum Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46805-1499, (4) Geological and Environmental Sciences, Hope College, 35 E 12th Street, Holland, MI 49423, hansen@hope.edu

GEOLOGIC MAP AND CROSS SECTIONS OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE WITHERBEE QUADRANGLE; DEFINING THE PRECAMBRIAN GEOLOGY OF WITHERBEE AREA, NORTHEAST ADIRONDACK MOUNTAINS, NEW YORK
Abstract ID#: 232325

HENDERSON, Nevin M., Earth Sciences, SUNY College at Oneonta, 108 Ravine Parkway, Oneonta, NY 13820, hendnm44@suny.oneonta.edu, MULLER, Peter, Muller Geological Consulting, LLC, 636 Burnham Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19119, and BRUNSTAD, Keith A., Earth Sciences, SUNY College at Oneonta, Oneonta, NY 13820

U-PB ID-TIMS DATING OF GRANITOID INTRUSIONS FROM THE AMBATOLAONA UNIT, CENTRAL MADAGASCAR: SIGNIFICANCE AND TECTONIC IMPLICATIONS
Abstract ID#: 233860

RAHARIMAHEFA, Tsilavo, Department of Geology, University of Regina, 3737 Wascana Parkway, Regina, SK S4S 0A2 Canada, raharimt@uregina.ca

REDOX STRUCTURE OF MESOPROTEROZOIC SHALE DERIVED FROM SULFIDE MINERALS AND MINERAL TEXTURE
Abstract ID#: 222849

PEWITT, Michelle L., KAH, Linda C., and GILLEAUDEAU, Geoffrey J., Earth and Planetary Sciences, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37996, mpewitt@utk.edu

NEW INSIGHT INTO DEPOSITION OF THE NEOPROTEROZOIC RAPITAN IRON FORMATION
Abstract ID#: 233097

BELLEFROID, Eric, Earth and Planetary Sciences, McGill University, 3450, University street, Montreal, QC H3A 2A7, Canada, eric.bellefroid@mail.mcgill.ca, COX, Grant, Earth and Planetary Sciences, McGill University, 3450 University St, Montreal, QC H3A 0E8, Canada, HALVERSON, Galen P., Earth and Planetary Sciences, McGill University, 3450 University St, Montreal, QC H3A0E8, Canada, and MINARIK, William G., Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, McGill Univ, 3450 University Street, Montreal, QC H3A2A7, Canada

DISCOVERY OF MARINOAN-LIKE CAP CARBONATE IN THE AKSU-WUSHI AREA, NW CHINA: IMPLICATIONS FOR TARIM’S RECONSTRUCTION IN THE NEOPROTEROZOIC
Abstract ID#: 230485

WEN, Bin¹, EVANS, David A.D.², and LI, Yongxiang¹, (1) State Key Laboratory for Mineral Deposits Research, School of Earth Sciences and Engineering, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210046, China, benwen2013@gmail.com, (2) Department of Geology and Geophysics, Yale University, New Haven CT 06520-8109, USA

Oral 0	Poster 1	Either 0	Total 1

Precambrian Geology Pool

Papers:

LA-ICPMS ZIRCON U-PB GEOCHRONOLY AND CHEMISTRY: IMPLICATIONS TO THE EVOLUTION OF THE REWORKED PALEOPROTEROZOIC QUIRINO COMPLEX WITHIN THE NEOPROTEROZOIC RIBEIRA BELT, SE-BRAZIL
Abstract ID#: 226464

VALLADARES, Claudia S., Department of Regional Geology and Geotectonics, University of Rio de Janeiro State, Rio de Janeiro, 20550900, Brazil, claudia.s.valladares@gmail.com and LEE, Cin-Ty A., Dept of Earth Science, Rice Univ, MS 126, 6100 Main St, Houston, TX 77005

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Quaternary Geology (Posters)

Oral 0	Poster 11	Either 1	Total 12

Quaternary Geology Pool

Papers:

EXOTIC EARTHWORM INVASION: CONSEQUENCES FOR SOIL BIOGEOCHEMICAL CYCLES AND SOIL MORPHOLOGY IN A MINNESOTA SUGAR MAPLE FOREST
Abstract ID#: 231281

RESNER, Kit E., Earth and Environmental Sciences, California State University, Fresno, 2576 E. San Ramon Ave, Fresno, CA 93740, resne005@umn.edu, LYTTLE, Amy M., Soil, Water and Climate, University of Minnesta, 1991 Upper Buford Circle, Saint Paul, MN 55108, YOO, Kyungsoo, Soil, Water, and Climate, University of Minnesota, 1991 Upper Buford Circle, St. Paul, MN 55108, HALE, Cindy M., The Natural Resources Research Institute, University of Minnesota Duluth, 5013 Miller Trunk Hwy, Duluth, MN 55811, AUFDENKAMPE, Anthony, Stroud Water Research Center, 970 Spencer Road, Avondale, PA 19311, and SEBESTYEN, Stephen D., USDA Forest Service, Northern Research Station, 1831 Highway 169 E, Forestry Sciences Lab, Grand Rapids, MN 55744

PATTERNS OF SOIL DEVELOPMENT ON STRATH TERRACES ALONG THE COLORADO FRONT RANGE: SOIL MORPHOLOGY AND COSMOGENIC RADIONUCLIDE DATING
Abstract ID#: 233447

RINDFLEISCH, Paul R., 2020 Ford Street, Golden, CO 80401, soilgeo18@gmail.com, FOSTER, Melissa A., INSTAAR and Geology, University of Colorado- Boulder, Boulder, CO 80309, and REDWINE, Joanna, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, Denver Federal Center, Denver, CO 80225

THE STRATIGRAPHY AND PALEOECOLOGY OF PLEISTOCENE DEPOSITS ASSOCIATED WITH GIANT GROUND SLOTHS (MEGALONYX JEFFERSONII), PAGE COUNTY, IOWA
Abstract ID#: 230735

RAY, Harold Allen, School of Environmental Physical and Applied Sciences, University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, MO 64093, ray@ucmo.edu, HAJ, Adel E. Jr, Department of Biology and Earth Science, University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, MO 64093, LOCH, James D., Biology & Earth Sciences Dept, University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, MO 64093, BETTIS, E. Arthur III, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Iowa, 121 Trowbridge Hall, Iowa City, IA 52242, SEMKEN, Holmes A., Department of Geoscience, University of Iowa, 121 Trowbridge Hall, Iowa City, IA 52242, ROCHEFORD, M. Kathryn, Geosciences, University of Iowa, 121 Trowbridge Hall, Iowa City, IA 52242, and FORMAN, S.L., Earth & Env.l Sciences, Univ of Illinois@Chicago, Chicago, 60607

OSL DATING OF HIGH-ELEVATION FAN DEPOSITS IN THE ANTARCTIC DRY VALLEYS: FIELD SAMPLING, LABORATORY PROCESSING, AND PRELIMINARY DATA
Abstract ID#: 231307

RAMSEY, Meridith A.¹, ZAMORA, Felix J.², LEPPER, Kenneth³, and LEWIS, Adam R.¹, (1) Department of Geosciences, North Dakota State University, P.O. Box 6050 Dept. 2745, Fargo, ND 58108-6050, meridith.ramsey.1@ndsu.edu, (2) Geosciences, North Dakota State University, NDSU Dept 2745, PO Box 6050, Fargo, ND 58108-6050, (3) Department of Geosciences, North Dakota State University, P.O. Box 6050, Dept. #2745, Fargo, ND 58108-6050

RöGEN MORAINE AS A TRANSITIONAL BEDFORM IN AN EROSIONAL SUBGLACIAL SYSTEM
Abstract ID#: 232145

KRYZER, Robert, Geological Sciences, University of Minnesota Duluth, 230 Heller Hall, 1114 Kirby Dr, Duluth, MN 55812, kryz0012@d.umn.edu, MOOERS, Howard D., Geological Sciences, University of Minnesota Duluth, 230 Heller Hall, 1114 Kirby Drive, Duluth, MN 55812, and LARSON, Phillip, Duluth Metals Ltd, 306 W Superior Street, Suite 610, Duluth, MN 55802

A LATE HOLOCENE TERRACE-FAN COMPLEX ON THE WESTERN MARGIN OF THE MIDDLE MISSOURI RIVER VALLEY, NEBRASKA, USA
Abstract ID#: 232731

DILLON, Jeremy S., Department of Geography and Earth Science, Unviersity of Nebraska at Kearney, Kearney, NE 68849-5130, dillonjs@unk.edu

AN ASSESSMENT OF THE LITHOSTRATIGRAPHY AND ERODIBILITY OF HOLOCENE ALLUVIAL FILLS (DEFOREST FORMATION) IN NORTHEASTERN KANSAS, USA
Abstract ID#: 224660

LAYZELL, Anthony and MANDEL, Rolfe, Kansas Geological Survey, University of Kansas, 1930 Constant Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66047, alayzell@ku.edu

LATE QUATERNARY GLACIAL HISTORY OF THE DESCHUTES RIVER BASIN III: THE TUMALO CREEK AND UPPER DESCHUTES RIVER WATERSHEDS; CENTRAL CASCADE RANGE, OREGON
Abstract ID#: 226430

BEVIS, Kenneth and MORELAND, Alexander, Geology, Hanover College, Hanover, IN 47243, bevis@hanover.edu

LANDFORMS AND STRATIGRAPHIC ARCHITECTURE OF THE SAGINAW LOBE TERRAIN, SOUTHERN CALHOUN COUNTY, MICHIGAN
Abstract ID#: 226825

KEHEW, Alan E., Department of Geosciences, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI 49008, alan.kehew@wmich.edu, ESCH, John M., Michigan Dept. of Environmental Quality, Office of Oil, Gas, and Minerals, P.O. 30256, Lansing, MI 48909, and LINKER, John S., Kellogsville High School, 23 Jean St., Wyoming, MI 49548, Wyoming, MI 49548

ICE RAFTING EVENTS OFF CENTRAL WEST GREENLAND: A RECORD OF ICE SHEET RETREAT FROM NORTHERN BAFFIN BAY?
Abstract ID#: 227192

JENNINGS, Anne E.¹, KELLY, Jennifer¹, SHREVE, Brian¹, REED, Matthew¹, and ANDREWS, John T.², (1) INSTAAR and Dept. of Geological Sciences, Univ of Colorado, 450 UCB, Boulder, CO 80309, Anne.Jennings@colorado.edu, (2) INSTAAR and Dept. of Geological Sciences, Univ of Colorado, 450 UCB, Boulder, CO 80309-0450

EROSIONAL HISTORY OF THE NORTH PLATTE RIVER, CASPER, WYOMING
Abstract ID#: 228021

HEIN, Annette¹, SUNDELL, Kent¹, and MAHAN, Shannon², (1) Earth Science, Casper College, 125 College Dr, Casper, WY 82601, heina@my.caspercollege.edu, (2) US Geol Survey, Box 25046 Federal Center, Denver, CO 80225

TRACKING SOURCES OF SEDIMENTS IN GREAT RANN OF KACHCHH, WESTERN INDIA DURING LAST 17 KA USING SR AND ND ISOTOPE COMPOSITION
Abstract ID#: 228294

KHONDE, Nitesh¹, SINGH, Sunil Kumar², MAURYA, D.M.¹, RAI, Vanai K.², and CHAMYAL, L.S.¹, (1) Department of Geology, Faculty of Science, The M. S. University of Baroda, Vadodara, 390002, India, niteshearth@gmail.com, (2) Geoscience Division, Physical Research Laboratory, Ahmedabad, 380009, India

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Remote Sensing/Geographic Info System

Oral 0	Poster 1	Either 0	Total 1

Remote Sensing/Geographic Info System (Posters)

Papers:

APPLICATION OF LIDAR TO RESOLVING REGIONAL TECTONIC AND GLACIAL FABRICS IN GLACIATED TERRANE: AN EXAMPLE FROM AN ARCHEAN GRANITE-GREENSTONE BELT IN NE MINNESOTA
Abstract ID#: 225020

DYESS, Jonathan, Department of Geological Sciences, University of Minnesota Duluth, 1114 Kirby Dr, 229 Heller Hall, Duluth, MN 55812, dyess004@d.umn.edu and HANSEN, Vicki L., Department of Geological Sciences, University of Minnesota Duluth, Duluth, MN 55812

Oral 6	Poster 8	Either 3	Total 17

Remote Sensing/Geographic Info System Pool

Papers:

INDIANA LIMESTONE PHOTOGRAPH COLLECTION
Abstract ID#: 229263

WEBER, Licia A.¹, PESSL, Elke A.², THOMPSON, Todd A.³, and KEITH, Brian D.², (1) Indiana Geological Survey, Indiana University, 611 N. Walnut Grove, Bloomington, IN 47405, (2) Indiana Geological Survey, Indiana University, 611 North Walnut Grove, Bloomington, IN 47405, (3) Indiana Geological Survey, Indiana University, 611 North Walnut Grove, Bloomington, IN 47405-2208, tthomps@indiana.edu

GIS-BASED MINING-INDUCED SUBSIDENCE HAZARD MAPPING AND ITS VALIDATION
Abstract ID#: 221272

PARK, Hyeong-Dong, 599 Gwanak-gu, Department of Energy Systems Engineering, Seoul National University, Seoul, 151-744, South Korea, hpark@snu.ac.kr, SUH, Jangwon, Energy Systems Engineering, Seoul National University, 36-410, Dept. Energy Systems Engineering, Seoul National University, Seoul, 151-744, South Korea, CHOI, Yosoon, Energy Resources Engineering, Pukyong National University, B14-505, Energy Resources Engineering, Pukyong National University, Busan, 608-737, South Korea, KELLER, Edward A., Geological Sciences, Univ of California, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, 93106, and GO, Wa-Ra, Institute of Mine Reclamation Technology, Mine Reclamation Corporation, Maeju-ri, Seonghwan-eup, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do, Chonan, 331-803, South Korea

MAPPING OF MASS MOVMENTS SUSCEPTIBILITY BY USING SATELLITE IMAGE AND GIS TECHNOLOGY
Abstract ID#: 222017

ELMOULAT, Meryem, Geology, Facult� des Sciences de Rabat, 4 Avenue Ibn Battouta B.P. 1014 RP, Rabat 10000 Morocco, m.elmoulat@gmail.com

THALWEG PROFILES AND KNICKPOINTS AS USEFUL DISCRIMINATORS OF PREHISTORIC LANDSLIDE DAMS IN NORTHERN PAKISTAN
Abstract ID#: 225804

AHMED, M.Farooq, Geological Sciences and Engineering, Missouri S & T (On leave, University of Engineering and Technology Lahore, Pakistan), Rolla, MO 65401, mfanr5@mst.edu and ROGERS, J. David, Geological Sciences & Engineering, Missouri University of Science & Technology, 129 McNutt Hall, 1400 N. Bishop Ave, Rolla, MO 65409

GIS TOOLS FOR CATALOGING OIL AND GAS WELLS USING ARCMAP AND GOOGLE EARTH KML
Abstract ID#: 226988

MYERS, James D., Geology & Geophysics, Univeristy of Wyoming, Department 3006, 1000 E. University Ave, Laramie, WY 82071, magma@uwyo.edu and KIRKWOOD, Robert, Geology & Geophysics, Univeristy of Wyoming, 1000 E. University Ave, 1000 E. University Ave, Laramie, WY 82072

USING REMOTE SENSING TECHNIQUES AND GIS SYSTEMS FOR THE STUDY OF STRUCTURE ANALYSIS OF THE DRAINAGE BASIN OF WADI ZAZA AND NATURAL VEGETATION COVER IN AL JABEL AL AKHDER AREA, EASTERN PART OF LIBYA
Abstract ID#: 227502

ELKHAZMI, Abdulbaset T. and GHONEIM, Eman M., Geography and Geology Department, UNCW, 601 South College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403, abdul68_2004@yahoo.co.uk

USING MULTISPECTRAL DATA TO TARGET POTENTIALLY GOLD-BEARING CONGLOMERATES IN THE MARBLE BAR BASIN, WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Abstract ID#: 227994

BOX, Kevin D., Penn State University, Longmont, CO 80504, kdb198@psu.edu

EFFECT OF LAND USE/ LAND COVERS CHANGE ON RADAR REFLECTIVITY BASED CONVECTIVE PRECIPITATION IN SOUTH FLORIDA
Abstract ID#: 229195

KANDEL, Hari P., Department of Earth and Environment, Florida International University, 11200 SW 8TH ST, PC 344, Miami, FL 33199, hkand001@fiu.edu and MELESSE, Assefa, Department of Environmental Studies, Florida International University, ECS 339, Miami, FL 33199

PATTERNED GROUND: VISUALIZING THE DISTRIBUTION AND CONDITION OF COLD WAR NIKE MISSILE SITES IN THE UNITED STATES USING ARCGIS AND GOOGLE EARTH
Abstract ID#: 229310

TEWKSBURY, David A., Department of Geosciences, Hamilton College, 198 College Hill Rd, Clinton, NY 13323-1218, dtewksbu@hamilton.edu

SUB-PIXEL DETECTION OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL MATERIALS USING NASA SATELLITE AND AIRCRAFT DATA
Abstract ID#: 231561

BUCK, Paul E., Division of Earth & Ecosystem Sciences, Desert Research Institute, 755 E. Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89119, Paul.Buck@dri.edu and SABOL, Donald Edwin Jr, Division of Earth & Ecosystem Sciences, Desert Research Institute, 2215 Raggio Parkway, Reno, NV 89512

APPLICATION OF ASD HYPERSPECTRAL DATA TO QUANTIFY WATER QUALITY PARAMETERS IN THE COASTAL WATERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA
Abstract ID#: 231881

WHITEHEAD, Shannon Lynne, Geology & Environmental Geoscience, College of Charleston, 66 George Street, Charleston, SC 29401, whiteheadsl@g.cofc.edu and ALI, Khalid A., Geology and Environmental Geosciences, College of Charleston, 66 George Street, Charleston, SC 29424

ASSESSING FLASH FLOOD RISK IN THE EASTERN DESERT, EGYPT
Abstract ID#: 232096

MASHALY, Jehan and GHONEIM, Eman, Department of Geography and Geology, University of North Carolina, Wilmington, 601 S. College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403, jmm2371@uncw.edu

PALEOFLOOD DISCHARGE ANALYSIS OF LATE WISCONSINAN JõKUHLHAUPS, MENTASTA PASS VALLEY, NORTHEASTERN ALASKA RANGE, USING MODERN ENGINEERING THEORY
Abstract ID#: 232682

SOUTHERLAND, Lauren, Mining and Geological Engineering Department, University of Alaska- Fairbanks, Box 755800, Fairbanks, AK 99775, lauren.southerland@alaska.gov, REGER, Richard D., Reger's Geologic Consulting, P.O. Box 3326, Soldotna, AK 99669, HUBBARD, Trent D., Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys, 3354 College Road, Fairbanks, AK 99709, and DARROW, Margaret, Mining and Geological Engineering Department, University of Alaska- Fairbanks, Box 755800, Fairbanks, AK 99775

PREPARATION FOR DROUGHT CONDITIONS IN MEDITERRANEAN VIA VEGETATION GROWTH IN TUNISIA
Abstract ID#: 233485

SMITH, Molly Colette, Department of Geography and Geology, University of North Carolina at Wilmington, 6631 Myrtle Grove rd, Wilmington, NC 28409, Mcs9270@uncw.edu

FIELD DATA COLLECTION AND GROUND-TRUTHING OF GEOSPATIAL AND HYDROLOGIC ANALYSES OF WATERSHEDS NEAR KANGERLUSSAUQ, GREENLAND
Abstract ID#: 233799

DAVLANTES, Michael G., DEUERLING, Kelly M., MARTIN, Ellen E., and MARTIN, Jonathan B., Department of Geological Sciences, University of Florida, 241 Williamson Hall, P.O. Box 112120, Gainesville, FL 32611-2120, mgd722@ufl.edu

CLASSES IN THEMOPHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF ARID SURFACES USING ASTER DATA
Abstract ID#: 233980

LOMELI-URIBE, Erika A., Department of Geoscience, University of Nevada Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89154, lomelie@unlv.nevada.edu and NOWICKI, Scott A., Geoscience, University of Nevada Las Vegas, 4505 S Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89154-4010

GROUNDWATER PROSPECTS ZONING IN A PART OF HIMALAYAN FOOT HILL USING GIS TECHNIQUES, UTTARAKHAND, INDIA
Abstract ID#: 234119

REDDY, Ragi Mallikarjuna, Department of Geology, Kakatiya University, HEAD, Department of Geology, Kakatiya University, Warangal, 506009, India, mallikragi@gmail.com and LOHANI, Meenakshi, Department of Geography, Km. Mayavati Govt. Girls PG College, Badalpur, G.B.Nagar , U.P

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Sediments, Carbonates

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Sediments, Carbonates (Posters)

Oral 7	Poster 10	Either 2	Total 19

Sediments, Carbonates, Pool

Papers:

WARM-TEMPERATE, MARINE, CARBONATE SEDIMENTATION IN AN EARLY MIOCENE, TIDE-INFLUENCED, INCISED VALLEY; PROVENCE, SE FRANCE
Abstract ID#: 222572

JAMES, Noel P.¹, SEIBEL, M.J.¹, DALRYMPLE, R.W.¹, BESSON, D.², and PARIZE, O.³, (1) Department of Geological Science and Geological Engineering, Queen's University, Kingston, ON K7L 3N6, Canada, james@geol.queensu.ca, (2) SHPEC/DHMD,2, 4064 Orl�ans, Paris, CEDEX 0, France, (3) AREVA NC, Paris La D�fense, Paris, France

POST-DEPOSITIONAL INFLUENCES ON STROMATOLITE MORPHOLOGY, PALEOPROTEROZOIC NASH FORMATION, MEDICINE BOW MOUNTAINS, WYOMING
Abstract ID#: 224949

LAGESON, David R., Earth Sciences, Montana State University, Department of Earth Sciences, P.O. Box 173480, Bozeman, MT 59717, lageson@montana.edu and BOYD, Donald W., Department of Geology and Geophysics, University of Wyoming, 1000 E. University Ave, Laramie, WY 82071-2000

SUPRASALT TO SUBSALT MINIBASIN HISTORY: DEPOSITIONAL AND HALOKINETIC SEQUENCE STRATIGRAPHY AT PATAWARTA DIAPIR, FLINDERS RANGES, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Abstract ID#: 225970

GANNAWAY, C. Evelyn, Institute of Tectonic Studies, Department of Geological Sciences, The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX 79968, cegannaway@miners.utep.edu and GILES, Katherine A., Institute of Tectonic Studies, Department of Geological Sciences, University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX 79968

MICROBIAL MAT TEXTURES IN LITHOFACIES OF THE PENNSYLVANIAN PARADOX FORMATION, PARADOX BASIN, UTAH
Abstract ID#: 226915

WHIDDEN, Katherine¹, DUBIEL, Russell F.¹, EOFF, Jennifer D.², HAWKINS, Sarah J.¹, MARRA, Kristen R.¹, PEARSON, Ofori N.¹, and PITMAN, Janet K.³, (1) United States Geological Survey, MS 939 Box 25046, Denver Federal Center, Denver, CO 80225-0046, kwhidden@usgs.gov, (2) U.S. Geological Survey, Central Energy Resources Science Center, Box 25046, Denver Federal Center, MS 939, Denver, CO 80225, (3) United States Geological Society, MS 939 Box 25046, Denver Federal Center, Denver, CO 80225

MULTIPLE EXAMPLES OF PLANT-SEDIMENT INTERACTIONS IN TERRESTRIAL AND SHALLOW MARINE ENVIRONMENTS OF THE BAHAMAS
Abstract ID#: 228624

GLUMAC, Bosiljka and CURRAN, H. Allen, Department of Geosciences, Smith College, Northampton, MA 01063, bglumac@smith.edu

TESTING THE HYPOTHESIS ABOUT THE INFLUENCE OF GRAIN TYPE AND TEXTURE ON FORMATION OF POLYGONALLY CRACKED CARBONATE GRAINSTONES IN THE BAHAMAS
Abstract ID#: 228674

CAO, Yumeng Melody, GLUMAC, Bosiljka, and CURRAN, H. Allen, Department of Geosciences, Smith College, Northampton, MA 01063, mcao@smith.edu

A PETROGRAPHIC ANALYSIS OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN POROSITY AND ORGANIC MATTER IN THE PHOSPHORIA FORMATION OF NORTHEASTERN UTAH
Abstract ID#: 230029

TACKETT, Larry P. II, Geology Department, Utah State University, Uintah Basin- Vernal, 320 North Aggie Blvd. (2000 W), Vernal, UT 84078, larrytackettky@yahoo.com

COUPLING OF THE GLOBAL CARBON CYCLE AND SEA-LEVEL CHANGE DURING THE EARLY MISSISSIPPIAN
Abstract ID#: 230370

VENTRELLI, Angelica M., SAHOO, Swapan K., and JIANG, Ganqing, Department of Geoscience, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, NV 89154-4010, ventrell@unlv.nevada.edu

RELATION BETWEEN STRATIFICATION AND SURFICIAL VS. PENETRATIVE ORIGIN OF CALICHE CRUSTS IN CARBONATE EOLIANITES ON SAN SALVADOR ISLAND, BAHAMAS
Abstract ID#: 230465

GLUMAC, Bosiljka¹, CAPUTO, Mario V.², and BRISSON, Sarah¹, (1) Department of Geosciences, Smith College, Northampton, MA 01063, (2) Department of Geological Sciences, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA 92182, mvcaputo@earthlink.net

A COMPLEX GUTTER CAST FROM THE UPPER ORDOVICIAN (CINCINNATIAN) KOPE FORMATION, NORTHERN KENTUCKY
Abstract ID#: 230820

LESLIE, Caitlin E.¹, VIDETICH, Patricia E.², and DAVIS, Adam J.¹, (1) Geology Department, Baylor University, One Bear Place #97354, Waco, TX 76798, Caitlin_Leslie@baylor.edu, (2) Geology Department, Grand Valley State University, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI 49401

SEDIMENTARY EVOLUTION OF WILLISTON BASIN AT THE ONSET OF HIRNANTIAN GLACIATION
Abstract ID#: 230966

HUSINEC, Antun, Geology Department, St. Lawrence University, 23 Romoda Drive, Canton, NY 13617, ahusinec@stlawu.edu

GROWTH AND PRESERVATION OF CUSPATE MICROBIAL FORMS, MESOPROTEROZOIC DISMAL LAKES GROUP, ARCTIC CANADA
Abstract ID#: 231346

BARTLEY, Julie K., Geology Department, Gustavus Adolphus College, St. Peter, MN 56082, jbartley@gustavus.edu, KAH, Linda C., Earth and Planetary Sciences, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37996, FRANK, Tracy D., Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 214 Bessey Hall, P.O. Box 880340, Lincoln, NE 68588-0340, and LYONS, Timothy W., Department of Earth Sciences, University of California, Riverside, CA 92521

EFFECTS OF ACID SOLUTIONS ON THE ARBUCKLE FORMATION OF NORTHERN OKLAHOMA
Abstract ID#: 231507

KRUGER, Felicia J.¹, KACKSTAETTER, Uwe¹, CRONOBLE, James¹, and ECHOHAWK, Barbara², (1) Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, Metropolitan State University of Denver, 890 Auraria Campus, Denver, CO 80204, fgarci20@msudenver.edu, (2) Earth & Atmospheric Sciences Dept, Metropolitan State University of Denver, 890 Auraria Pkwy, Denver, CO 80204

PRELIMINARY EVALUATION OF AN UNUSUAL LIMESTONE-PEBBLE CONGLOMERATE FROM THE UPPER HINTON (MISSISSIPPIAN) FORMATION OF SOUTHERN WEST VIRGINIA, U.S.A
Abstract ID#: 232019

MATCHEN, David L.¹, KUEHN, Stephen C.², and CHANDLER, Gage¹, (1) Natural Sciences, Concord University, Po box 1000, Athens, WV 24712, dmatchen@concord.edu, (2) Physical Sciences, Concord University, 1000 Vermillion St, Athens, WV 24712

GEOCHEMISTRY AND GEOCHRONOLOGY OF LARGE-VOLUME QUATERNARY TRAVERTINE DEPOSITS OF THE SOUTHEASTERN COLORADO PLATEAU: IMPLICATIONS FOR PALEOHYDROLOGIC AND PALEOTECTONIC CONTROLS ON TRAVERTINE FORMATION AND TRAVERTINE FACIES
Abstract ID#: 232972

PRIEWISCH, Alexandra, CROSSEY, Laura J., KARLSTROM, Karl E., and ALI, Abdul-Mehdi S., Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001, arp2301@unm.edu

PALEOENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS OF IRON DIAGENSIS IN THE TRIASSIC SHINARUMP MEMBER OF THE CHINLE FORMATION
Abstract ID#: 233566

BURGESS, Derek T.¹, LOOPE, David B.², and KETTLER, Richard M.², (1) Earth & Atmospheric Sciences, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, NE 68503, dburgess1@huskers.unl.edu, (2) Department of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, NE 68588-0340

DIAGENESIS AND DISTRIBUTION OF DIAGENETIC FACIES IN THE MISSISSIPPIAN OF SOUTH CENTRAL KANSAS
Abstract ID#: 233652

MONTALVO, Luis G., Geology, University of Kansas, 1110 Mississippi # 1, Lawrence, KS 66044, montalvo.0879@gmail.com, GONZ�LEZ, Luis A., Department of Geology, University of Kansas, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd., Room 120, Lawrence, KS 66045-7594, and WATNEY, W. Lynn, Kansas Geological Survey, Univ of Kansas, 1930 Constant Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66047

SEDIMENTOLOGIC VARIABILITY OF A HOLOCENE CARBONATE RAMP: YUCATAN, MEXICO
Abstract ID#: 233722

LOWERY, Jennifer G.¹, RANKEY, Eugene C.¹, GARZA-PEREZ, Rodrigo², and NARANJO-GARC�A, Maria Julia², (1) Kansas Interdisciplinary Carbonates Consortium, Department of Geology, University of Kansas, 120 Lindley Hall, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd, Lawrence, KS 66045, jenlowery@ku.edu, (2) Unidad Multidisciplinaria de Docencia e Investigacion, Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico, Puerto de Abrigo s/n, C.P. 97356, Sisal, 97356, Mexico

ELEMENTAL AND ISOTOPIC CHEMOSTRATIGRAPHY OF THE LOUISVILLE COMPOSITE SECTION, SILURIAN OF KENTUCKY
Abstract ID#: 233766

MOERTLE, Jasmine A., Department of Geologic and Atmospheric Sciences, Iowa State University, 253 Science I, Ames, IA 50011, jmoertle@iastate.edu, HASIUK, Franciszek, Geological and Atmospheric Sciences, Iowa State Unversity, 253 Science I, Ames, IA 50011, and CRAMER, Bradley D., Department of Geoscience, University of Iowa, 121 Trowbridge Hall, Iowa City, IA 52242

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Sediments, Clastic

Oral 0	Poster 1	Either 0	Total 1

Sediments, Clastic (Posters)

Papers:

DETRITAL ZIRCON PROVENANCE ANALYSIS OF THE LATE TRIASSIC SICHUAN BASIN: IMPLICATIONS FOR SEDIMENT PROVENANCE AND LATE TRASSIC TECTONICS OF CHINA
Abstract ID#: 225610

ZHANG, Yong Sr and JIA, Dong, Nanjing University, 22 Hankou road, Nanjing , China, Nanjing, 210093, China, zz39841839@gmail.com

Oral 9	Poster 32	Either 9	Total 50

Sediments, Clastic, Pool

Papers:

“VOID SPACE” MADE REAL: IMAGING PORES IN SEDIMENTARY ROCKS
Abstract ID#: 220278

MILLIKEN, Kitty, Bureau of Economic Geology, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX 78713, kittym@utexas.edu

NEW PALEOCURRENT MEASUREMENTS IN THE LATE EOCENE CASTLE ROCK CONGLOMERATE, EAST-CENTRAL COLORADO: REMAPPING THE FLUVIAL SYSTEM
Abstract ID#: 225142

KELLER, Stephen M., Wheat Ridge, CO 80033, skeller@prodigy.net and MORGAN, Matthew L., Colorado School of Mines, Colorado Geological Survey, Golden, CO 80401

QUANTITATIVE MICROTEXTURAL STUDY OF THE SILT FRACTION IN MUDROCKS
Abstract ID#: 231682

LUNSFORD, Joel D., Bureau of Economic Geology, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX 78758, jlunsford@utexas.edu, HAYMAN, Nicholas W., Institute for Geophysics, University of Texas, 10100 Burnet Rd, Bldg 196, Austin, TX 78758, and MILLIKEN, Kitty, Bureau of Economic Geology, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX 78713-9824

RELEVANCE OF INTEGRATED AND HIGH-RESOLUTION FACIES MODELS IN GEOLOGICAL SEQUESTRATION OF CO₂ IN THE ILLINOIS BASIN
Abstract ID#: 233504

CHATTERJEE, Sumanta, Environmental Biology and Ecological Studies, Illinois College, 1101 West College Avenue, Jacksonville, IL 62650, sumanta.chatterjee@mail.ic.edu

TIMING, PROVENANCE, AND PALEOCLIMATE IMPLICATIONS OF THE CENOZOIC EOLIAN DEPOSITION IN THE CENTRAL ROCKY MOUNTAINS
Abstract ID#: 233701

ROWLEY, Jillian L., Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, The University of Texas at Arlington, 500 Yates St, Geoscience building, Room 107, Arlington, TX 76019, jillian.rowley@mavs.uta.edu and FAN, Majie, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX 76019

SCANNING ELECTRON MICROSCOPE OBSERVATIONS OF THE NATURE OF PORE-CONTAINING ORGANIC MATTER IN THERMALLY MATURE MUDROCKS
Abstract ID#: 233761

REED, Robert M., Bureau of Economic Geology, John A. and Katherine G. Jackson School of Geosciences, The Univ of Texas at Austin, Box X, University Station, Austin, TX 78713-8924, rob@alumni.utexas.net and LOUCKS, Robert G., Bureau of Economic Geology, The University of Texas at Austin, Box X, University Station, Austin, TX 78713

THE CHALLENGE OF DEVONIAN-MISSISSIPPIAN CARBONATE MUD MOUNDS
Abstract ID#: 229215

RIDING, Robert, Earth and Planetary Sciences, University of Tennessee, 1412 Circle Drive, Knoxville, TN 37996, rriding@utk.edu

⁴⁰AR/³⁹AR GEOCHRONOLOGY OF THE OLIGOCENE-MIOCENE GROSVENOR HILLS AND THE MIOCENE NOGALES FORMATION, UPPER SANTA CRUZ BASIN, SOUTHERN ARIZONA
Abstract ID#: 232839

COSCA, Michael A., USGS, MS 963, Denver, CO 80225-0046, mcosca@usgs.gov, PAGE, William R., U.S. Geological Survey, Denver, CO 80225, GRAY, Floyd, United States Geological Survey, 520 North Park Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85721, MENGES, Christopher M., Geologic Division, U.S. Geological Survey, 520 N. Park Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85719, LEE, John P., United States Geological Survey, MS 973, Denver, CO 80225, and BULTMAN, Mark, U.S. Geological Survey, Western Mineral & Environmental Resources Science Center, 520 N. Park Ave, Suite 355, Tucson, AZ 85719

QUARTZ PROVENANCE ACROSS THE K-PG BOUNDARY IN MONMOUTH COUNTY, NEW JERSEY
Abstract ID#: 232931

LIVINGSTON, Gregry¹, GARB, Matthew P.¹, and TOWBIN, Henry², (1) Earth and Environmental Sciences, Brooklyn College, 2900 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11210, livingsgb@gmail.com, (2) Microscopy and Imaging, American Museum of Natural History, Central Park West at 79th Street, New York, NY 10024

AN ALTERNATIVE MEANDER MECHANISM FOR BRAIDED RIVERS
Abstract ID#: 233112

ALLEN, Sarah D., School of Geology, Energy and the Enviroment, Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, TX 76129, sallen87@gmail.com and HOLBROOK, John, School of Geology, Energy and The Environment, Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, TX 76129

DEEPWATER ATOKA FORMATION MUDROCK CHEMOPROVENANCE COMPARISONS FROM NORTHERN AND SOUTHERN OUACHITAS OF OKLAHOMA: IMPLICATIONS FOR RHEIC OCEAN CLOSURE
Abstract ID#: 233249

KERR, Dennis R., POSTELWAIT, Bethany, CORNELL, Winton, and BANJADE, Bharat, Department of Geosciences, The University of Tulsa, 800 South Tucker Drive, Tulsa, OK 74104, dennis-kerr@utulsa.edu

THE LATE CRETACEOUS M1 MEMBER OF THE NAPO FORMATION, A TIDAL DELTA SYSTEM AND THE IMPLICATIONS FOR THE GEODYNAMIC EVOLUTION OF THE ORIENTE BASIN OF ECUADOR
Abstract ID#: 233702

VALLEJO, Cristian¹, RODAS, Jose², DIAZ, Marlon³, BUITRON, Alfredo³, CRIOLLO, Darwin², and VALDEZ, Anne², (1) C&pm, Halliburton, Amazonas N37 29 & Villalengua, Quito, 170521, Ecuador, cristianvallejo@yahoo.com, (2) Development, Petroamazonas, Av. Naciones Unidas E-7-95 y Av. De los Shyris Edif. Banco del Pac�fico, Quito, 170521, Ecuador, (3) Exploration, Petroamazonas, Av. Naciones Unidas E-7-95 y Av. De los Shyris Edif. Banco del Pac�fico, Quito, Quito, 170521, Ecuador

EVOLUTION OF A LOWER SLOPE SUBMARINE CHANNEL FAIRWAY WITHIN THE MOUNT MESSENGER FORMATION, TARANAKI, NEW ZEALAND
Abstract ID#: 233908

CORBIN, Nathan A. and GARDNER, Michael H., Department of Earth Sciences, Montana State University, 226 Traphagen Hall, Bozeman, MT 59717, nathan.corbin@msu.montana.edu

SEDIMENTOLOGY OF OOLITIC SANDBODIES IN THE BIGHORN BASIN, WYOMING
Abstract ID#: 233929

WENTLAND, Miles Robert, Greeley, CO 80631, went1244@bears.unco.edu

FORMATION OF MANGANESE OXIDE DEPOSITS IN THE NAVAJO SANDSTONE BY OXIDATION OF MANGANESE CARBONATE MINERALIZATION
Abstract ID#: 234043

KETTLER, Richard M. and LOOPE, David B., Department of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, NE 68588-0340, rkettler1@unl.edu

MODELS OF THE IMPACT OF CARBONIFEROUS CLIMATE CHANGE ON THE STRATIGRAPHIC ARCHITECTURE OF TERRESTRIAL AND MARGINAL MARINE DEPOSITIONAL SYSTEMS IN THE CENTRAL APPALACHIAN FORELAND BASIN
Abstract ID#: 234127

BARTEK, Louis R.¹, LIPSCOMB, Ron¹, HOWARD, Katie¹, and KHARE, Agraj², (1) Geological Sciences, University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, Mitchell Hall, 104 South Road, CB 3315, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, bartek@unc.edu, (2) Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, Post Technology, Paschim Midnapur, Kharagpur, WB 721302, India

TEXTURAL AND LITHOLOGICAL ANALYSIS OF BERM SEDIMENT ALONG THE SOUTHERN SHORES OF LAKE MICHIGAN
Abstract ID#: 232242

DORTON, Melissa and KILIBARDA, Zoran, Geosciences, Indiana University Northwest, 3400 Broadway, Gary, IN 46408, mddorton@umail.iu.edu

RECONSTRUCTING EASTERN GONDWANALAND: DETRITAL HISTORY OF PERMO-CARBONIFEROUS GONDWANAN SEQUENCES FROM SOUTH ASIA
Abstract ID#: 232697

CHOWDHURY, Nur Uddin Md. Khaled and UDDIN, Ashraf, Department of Geology and Geography, Auburn University, 210 Petrie Hall, Auburn, AL 36849, nmc0010@auburn.edu

DETECTING AND PREDICTING OVERPRESSURE ZONES IN THE NIGER DELTA, NIGERIA: AFAM FIELD CASE STUDY
Abstract ID#: 220553

ALAO, O.A., Department of Geology, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, 220002, Nigeria, atundayo@oauife.edu.ng and ADEPELUMI, Adekunle Abraham, Department of Geology, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State, 220002, Nigeria

DIAGENESIS OF THE OLIGOCENE VEDDER FORMATION, GREELEY OIL FIELD, SOUTHERN SAN JOAQUIN BASIN, CALIFORNIA
Abstract ID#: 223109

NGUYEN, Diem T.¹, HORTON, Robert A. Jr¹, and KAESS, Alyssa B.², (1) Department of Geological Sciences, California State University, Bakersfield, 62SCI, 9001 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93311, rhorton@csub.edu, (2) Department of Geology, California State University, Bakersfield, 9001 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93311

LATE DEVONIAN INCISED-VALLEY SEQUENCE (IGNACIO AND ELBERT FORMATIONS), SOUTHWESTERN COLORADO, U.S.A
Abstract ID#: 223956

MAURER, Joshua T., Nomac Services LLC-Directional, 6100 N. Western Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73118 and EVANS, James E., Department of Geology, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403, evansje@bgsu.edu

A CYLINDRICAL CALCITE-CEMENTED CONCRETION IN SAND WITH ALTERNATING DISPLACIVE (D) AND NON-DISPLACIVE (ND) CORE AND CYLINDRICAL SHELLS:GROWTH MODEL AND FIT TO OBSERVATIONS
Abstract ID#: 224598

FLETCHER, Raymond C., Earth & Environmental Systems Institute, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802, rcf11@psu.edu and MOZLEY, Peter S., Earth and Environmental Science, New Mexico Tech, Socorro, NM 87801

SYNDEPOSITIONAL FAULTING, SHALLOWING AND INTRAFORMATIONAL CONGLOMERATES IN THE MISHASH FORMATION (UPPER CRETACEOUS, CAMPANIAN) AT WADI HAWARIM, SOUTHERN ISRAEL
Abstract ID#: 224896

MMARI, Oscar J.¹, WILSON, Mark A.¹, and AVNI, Yoav², (1) Department of Geology, The College of Wooster, 944 College Mall, Wooster, OH 44691, ommari14@wooster.edu, (2) Geological Survey of Israel, 30 Malkhe Israel St, Jerusalem, 95501, Israel

SUSPECT MICROBIAL-INDUCED SEDIMENTARY STRUCTURES (MISS) IN FURONGIAN (UPPER CAMBRIAN; JIANGSHANIAN, SUNWAPTAN) STRATA OF THE UPPER MISSISSIPPI VALLEY
Abstract ID#: 224939

EOFF, Jennifer D., U.S. Geological Survey, Central Energy Resources Science Center, Box 25046, Denver Federal Center, MS 939, Denver, CO 80225, jeoff@usgs.gov

PETROGRAPHY, GEOCHEMISTRY AND DEPOSITIONAL MODEL OF ISPIKAN CONGLOMERATE, MAKRAN ACCRETIONARY PRISM, SOUTHWEST PAKISTAN
Abstract ID#: 225711

FAROOQUI, Muhammad Ahmed, DDP, COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, Defence Raod, Off Raiwind Road, Lahore, 54000, Pakistan, farooqui@ciitlahore.edu.pk and REHMAN, khalil-Ur, Earth Sciences Division, Pakistan Museum of Natural History, Pakistan Science Foundation, Garden Avenue, Shakarparian, Islamabad, 44000, Pakistan

DOES THE MOENKOPI/CHINLE CONTACT REPRESENT A 10MY DEPOSITIONAL HIATUS ON THE COLORADO PLATEAU?
Abstract ID#: 226129

CHADWICK, Arthur V., Geology, Southwestern Adventist University, 100 Magnolia, Keene, TX 76059, chadwick@swau.edu and BRAND, Leonard R., Department of Earth and Biological Sciences, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA 92350

SEDIMENTOLOGY AND PALEONTOLOGY OF LATE CRETACEOUS SAG PONDS, UPPER MEMBER, WAHWEAP FORMATION, GRAND STAIRCASE-ESCALANTE NATIONAL MONUMENT, UTAH
Abstract ID#: 226225

SIMPSON, Edward L.¹, KOCH, Robert¹, HENESS, Elizabeth A.², WIZEVICH, Michael C.³, TINDALL, Sarah E.⁴, HILBERT-WOLF, Hannah L.⁵, GOLDER, Keenan B.⁶, and STEULLET, Alex⁷, (1) Physical Sciences, Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA 19530, simpson@kutztown.edu, (2) Department of Physical Science, Kutztown University, 425 Boehm, P.O. Box 730, Kutztown, PA 19530, (3) Department of Physics and Earth Sciences, Central Connecticut State University, 1615 Stanley St, New Britain, CT 06050, (4) Department of Physical Sciences, Kutztown University, P.O. Box 730, Kutztown, PA 19530, (5) School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, James Cook University, Townsville, 4810, Australia, (6) Deaprtment of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Wesleyan University, Middletown, CT 06459, (7) ConocoPhillips School of Geology and Geophysics, Univeristy of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 73019

DEPOSITIONAL SETTING OF THE BASAL PRESIDIO FORMATION (LOWER CRETACEOUS), AT THE RIO GRANDE MINING COMPANY SHAFTER SILVER MINE, WEST TEXAS
Abstract ID#: 226614

REYES, A. Thomas and ROHR, David M., Earth and Physical Sciences, Sul Ross State Univ, Alpine, TX 79832, thomas.reyes@gmail.com

SEDIMENTARY FEATURES AND DEPOSITIONAL SETTINGS OF ORGANIC-RICH SHALE FACIES IN THE MIDDLE TO UPPER ORDOVICIAN OF NORTHEAST INDIANA AND NORTHWEST OHIO
Abstract ID#: 227015

XU, Jingqi and SCHIEBER, Juergen, Department of Geological Sciences, Indiana University, 1001 East 10th Street, Bloomington, IN 47405, xu46@indiana.edu

THE MAKING OF A SANDSTONE COLOSSUS: TECTONICALLY & CLIMACTICALLY INDUCED FLUSHING OF 'NUBIAN' SANDS IN THE EARLY PALEOZOIC
Abstract ID#: 227431

HAGADORN, James W.¹, LUTHI, Stefan M.², and DONSELAAR, Marinus E.², (1) Department of Earth Sciences, Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd, Denver, CO 80205, jwhagadorn@dmns.org, (2) Department of Geoscience and Engineering, Delft University of Technology, Delft, 2628 CN, Netherlands

MAGNETIC SUSCEPTIBILITY PROFILES IN FLOODPLAIN AND TERRACE DEPOSITS ALONG THE JAMES RIVER, SOUTHWEST MISSOURI
Abstract ID#: 227659

KISSEL, Jennifer, VAUGHAN, Aubree, OWEN, Marc, and PAVLOWSKY, Robert, Geography, Geology and Planning, Missouri State University, 701 E Elm Street APT 303A, Springfield, MO 15806-2429, jdkissel@gmail.com

MORPHOLOGY OF AVALANCHE BEDS IN THE COCONINO SANDSTONE AT CHINO WASH, SELIGMAN, ARIZONA
Abstract ID#: 227902

MAITHEL, Sarah A.¹, BRAND, Leonard R.¹, and WHITMORE, John H.², (1) Department of Earth and Biological Sciences, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA 92350, smaithel@llu.edu, (2) Department of Science and Mathematics, Cedarville University, 251 N. Main St, Cedarville, OH 45314

SOFT SEDIMENT DEFORMATION AND INJECTITES OF THE JURASSIC CARMEL FORMATION, SOUTHERN UTAH: SEDIMENTARY RECORDS OF STRONG GROUND MOTION
Abstract ID#: 227955

WHEATLEY, David Fairchild, Department of Geology and Geophysics, University of Utah, 115 S 1460 E, Rm. 383, Salt Lake City, UT 84112, david.wheatley@utah.edu and CHAN, Marjorie, Department of Geology & Geophysics, University of Utah, 115 S. 1460 E, Rm. 383, Salt Lake City, UT 84112-0102

AN INTEGRATED STUDY OF DIAGENESIS AND SEQUENCE STRATIGRAPHY IN SHOREFACE SANDSTONES: PONTA GROSSA FORMATION (DEVONIAN), PARANA BASIN, BRAZIL
Abstract ID#: 228226

HLAL, Osama Ahmed, University of Tripoli, Faculty of Science, Department of Geology, Tripoli 1325 Libya, Osama.Hlal@gmail.com

DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH: A NEW OUTCROP OF LATE DEVONIAN HAMPSHIRE FORMATION FLUVIAL AND PALEOSOL REDBEDS IN WEST VIRGINIA
Abstract ID#: 228882

BENISON, Kathleen C., KARMANOCKY, Francis J. III, KNAPP, Jonathan P., and BROCKMAN, John J., Department of Geology and Geography, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV 26506-6300, kcbenison@mail.wvu.edu

THE LATE PERMIAN STRATIGRAPHY OF THE BASAL TWEEFONTEIN SECTION, EASTERN CAPE PROVINCE, SOUTH AFRICA
Abstract ID#: 229055

SPENCER, Kody, Department of Geology, Colby College, 5800 Mayflower Hill Drive, Waterville, ME 04901, kspencer@colby.edu, GASTALDO, Robert A., Department of Geology, Colby College, 5807 Mayflower Hill Drive, Waterville, ME 04901, NEVELING, Johann, Council for Geosciences, Private Bag x112, Pretoria, 0001, South Africa, PREVEC, Rose, Albany Museum, Rhodes University, Grahamstown, 6410, South Africa, GEISSMAN, J.W., Department of Geosciences, University of Texas at Dallas, 800 West Campbell Road, Richardson, TX 75080, and KAMO, Sandra L., Jack Satterly Geochronology Laboratory, Univ of Toronto, 22 Russell Street, Toronto, ON M5S 3B1, Canada

THE LATE PERMIAN STRATIGRAPHY OF THE UPPER TWEEFONTEIN SECTION, EASTERN CAPE PROVINCE, SOUTH AFRICA
Abstract ID#: 229109

LANGWENYA, Mduduzi, Department of Geology, Colby College, 5800 Mayflower Hill Drive, Waterville, ME 04901, mblangwe@colby.edu, GASTALDO, Robert A., Department of Geology, Colby College, 5807 Mayflower Hill Drive, Waterville, ME 04901, NEVELING, Johann, Council for Geosciences, Private Bag x112, Pretoria, 0001, South Africa, PREVEC, Rose, Albany Museum, Rhodes University, Grahamstown, 6410, South Africa, KAMO, Sandra L., Jack Satterly Geochronology Laboratory, Univ of Toronto, 22 Russell Street, Toronto, ON M5S 3B1, Canada, and GEISSMAN, J.W., Department of Geosciences, University of Texas at Dallas, 800 West Campbell Road, Richardson, TX 75080

THE FLUVIAL SEQUENCE OF A LATEST CHANGHSINGIAN, PRE-PT EXTINCTION RIVER COMPLEX, EASTERN CAPE PROVINCE, SOUTH AFRICA
Abstract ID#: 229153

CHIZINSKI, Tara L., Dept of Geology, Colby College, 5800 Mayflower Hill, Waterville, ME 04901-8858, tlchizin@colby.edu, GASTALDO, Robert A., Department of Geology, Colby College, 5807 Mayflower Hill Drive, Waterville, ME 04901, and NEVELING, Johann, Council for Geosciences, Private Bag x112, Pretoria, 0001, South Africa

STRATIGRAPHIC, SEDIMENTOLOGIC, AND MINERALOGIC CHARACTERIZATION OF THE GOODENOUGH FORMATION (MIOCENE?), GRAND MESA, CO
Abstract ID#: 229226

COLE, Rex D., HOOD, William C., ASLAN, Andres, and BORMAN, Andrew, Physical and Environmental Sciences, Colorado Mesa University, 1100 North Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501, rcole@coloradomesa.edu

A PRELIMINARY PALEOENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS OF A PLANT QUARRY IN THE KAIPAROWITS FORMATION OF THE GRAND STAIRCASE ESCALANTE NATIONAL MONUMENT, UTAH
Abstract ID#: 229368

HAIGHT, Gordon III and HARGRAVE, Jennifer E., Physical Science, Southern Utah University, Cedar City, UT 84720, gordo_haight@hotmail.com

A PRELIMINARY ANALYSIS OF TERRESTRIAL LIDAR FOR SEDIMENTOLOGICAL DESCRIPTION AND INTERPRETATION OF GLACIAL OUTWASH AND DEBRIS FLOWS: GRAND MESA, CO, USA
Abstract ID#: 229824

BLAKELEY, Mitchell W., Department of Geology & Geophysics, High Alpine & Arctic Research Program (HAARP), Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843-3115, mblakeley@neo.tamu.edu and GIARDINO, John R., High Alpine and Arctic Research Program (HAARP), Department of Geology and Geophysics and Water Management and Hydrological Sci, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843-3115

ESTABLISHING A SEQUENCE STRATIGRAPHIC FRAMEWORK OF THE DEVONIAN-MISSISSIPPIAN BAKKEN-EQUIVALENT SAPPINGTON MEMBER OF THE THREEFORKS FORMATION IN CENTRAL MONTANA
Abstract ID#: 229880

NAGASE, Tetsuro, Geosciences, The University of Montana, 32 Campus Drive #1296, Missoula, MT 59812-1296, tetsuro.nagase@umontana.edu

RETHINKING DEPOSITIONAL ENVIRONMENTS OF THE PERMO-TRIASSIC GOOSE EGG/CHUGWATER REDBEDS: PRELIMINARY RESULTS FROM OUTCROPS NEAR RAWLINS, WYOMING
Abstract ID#: 230084

KNAPP, Jonathan P. and BENISON, Kathleen C., Department of Geology and Geography, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV 26506-6300, knapp1jp@gmail.com

MASS TRANSPORT-DOMINATED SEDIMENTATION IN A FORELAND BASIN, THE HIDAKA TROUGH, NORTHERN JAPAN
Abstract ID#: 230173

NODA, Atsushi, TUZINO, Taqumi, JOSHIMA, Masato, and GOTO, Shusaku, Geological Survey of Japan, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, Central 7, Higashi 1-1-1, Tsukuba, 305-8567, Japan, a.noda@aist.go.jp

NEW SMEAR-SLIDE REFERENCE TOOL FOR FINE-GRAINED SEDIMENT DESCRIPTION
Abstract ID#: 230179

MARSAGLIA, Kathleen M.¹, MILLIKEN, Kitty², DORAN, Linda¹, TENTORI, Daniel¹, and LECKIE, R. Mark³, (1) Dept of Geological Sciences, California State University, 18111 Nordhoff St, Northridge, CA 91330-8266, kathie.marsaglia@csun.edu, (2) Bureau of Economic Geology, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX 78713-9824, (3) University of Massachusetts Amherst, Department of Geosciences UMass, 611 N. Pleasant St, Amherst, MA 01003

MICAS IN CROSS-BEDDED SANDSTONES AND THEIR ABRASIONAL TRENDS
Abstract ID#: 230552

ANDERSON, Calvin J., STRUBLE, Alexander, WHITMORE, John H., and CHENEY, Matthew, Department of Science and Mathematics, Cedarville University, 251 N. Main St, Cedarville, OH 45314, calvinanderson1@cedarville.edu

SEDIMENTARY FACIES, DEPOSITIONAL ENVIRONMENTS, AND MAJOR CONTROLLING PROCESSES IN AN ARID SILICICLASTIC COAST, AL QAHMAH, SE RED SEA, SAUDI ARABIA
Abstract ID#: 230561

NABHAN, Abdullah Ibrahim, Department of Geological Sciences and Engineering, Missouri University of Science and Technology, Rolla, MO 65409, ainq63@mst.edu and YANG, Wan, Dept. of Geol. Sciences & Engineering, Missouri University of Science and Technology, Rolla, MO 65409

PLIO-PLEISTOCENE HISTORY OF THE ANTARCTIC CONTINENTAL MARGIN IN THE WEDDELL SEA, ADJACENT TO DRONNING MAUD LAND
Abstract ID#: 230572

CHIN, Shamar, Earth & Environmental Science, Wesleyan University, 265 Church Street, Room 455, Middletown, CT 06459, GROSS, Jason, Earth & Environmental Science, Wesleyan University, 265 Church Street, Middletown, CT 06459, jasonlgross@gmail.com, MARTIN, Danielle, Earth & Environmental Sciences, Wesleyan University, Middletown, CT 06349, and O'CONNELL, Suzanne, Earth & Environmental Sciences, Wesleyan University, 265 Church Street, Middletown, CT 06459

GEOCHEMISTRY OF PALEAO TO MESOPROTEROZOIC METASEDIMENATY UNITS, LAWA-MAYASERA AREA, CHANDIL FORMATION, EASTERN INDIAN CRATON: IMPLICATIONS FOR PROVENANCE AND SOURCE AREA WEATHERING
Abstract ID#: 230606

CHANDAN, Karun Kumar¹, JHA, Vandana¹, KHATUN, Mousoma¹, SINGH, Sahendra², and VENKATESH, A.S.¹, (1) Dept. of Applied Geology, Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad, 826004, India, vandana.jha03@gmail.com, (2) Applied Geology, Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad, 826004, India

CONTRIBUTIONS OF SUSPENDED LOAD TO THE MISSOURI RIVER DOWNSTREAM OF GAVINS POINT DAM, YANKTON, SOUTH DAKOTA
Abstract ID#: 231923

WETZEL, Ruthie, Earth Sciences, University of South Dakota, 414 E. Clark St, Vermillion, SD 57069, Ruthie.Wetzel@coyotes.usd.edu, SWEENEY, Mark R., Earth Sciences, University of South Dakota, 414 E. Clark Street, Vermillion, SD 57069, and COWMAN, Tim, South Dakota Geological Survey and USD Missouri River Institute, 414 E Clark St, Akeley-Lawrence Science Center, Vermillion, SD 57069

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Stratigraphy

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Stratigraphy (Posters)

Oral 15	Poster 24	Either 2	Total 41

Stratigraphy Pool

Papers:

THE BASE OF THE PERMIAN NEEDS TO BE REDEFINED
Abstract ID#: 223524

LUCAS, Spencer G., New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, 1801 Mountain Road N.W, Albuquerque, NM 87104, spencer.lucas@state.nm.us

CORRELATION OF PRECAMBRIAN COAL CREEK CANYON QUARTZITE WITH QUARTZITE IN THE LATE EOCENE CASTLE ROCK CONGLOMERATE, DENVER BASIN, COLORADO
Abstract ID#: 224057

KOCH, Allan J., Cherokee Ranch Geology Institute, 6113 N. Daniels Park Road, Sedalia, CO 80135, rokjok@comcast.net

LITHOFACIES WITHIN THE LATE EOCENE CASTLE ROCK CONGLOMERATE, CASTLE ROCK AREA, COLORADO
Abstract ID#: 224170

KOCH, Allan J., Cherokee Ranch Geology Institute, 6113 N. Daniels Park Road, Sedalia, CO 80135, rokjok@comcast.net

CLAST LITHOLOGY, POPULATION, PROVENANCE, AND U-PB GEOCHRONOLOGY: WHAT CAN THE LATE EOCENE CASTLE ROCK CONGLOMERATE TELL US ABOUT THE HISTORY OF THE COLORADO PIEDMONT AND FRONT RANGE?
Abstract ID#: 225084

MORGAN, Matthew L., Colorado Geological Survey, Colorado School of Mines, Golden, CO 80401, matt.morgan@state.co.us, KELLER, Stephen M., Wheat Ridge, CO 80033, PREMO, Wayne R., USGS,MS 963, Denver Federal Center, Denver, CO 80225, MIGGINS, Daniel P., College of Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR 97331, and MOSCATI, Richard J., U.S. Geological Survey, Box 25046, MS963, Denver Federal Center, Denver, CO 80225

CENOZOIC TECTONIC SEQUENCES AND BASIN EVOLUTION IN WESTERN MONTANA
Abstract ID#: 226039

HANNEMAN, Debra L., Whitehall Geogroup, Inc, 107 Whitetail Road, Whitehall, MT 59759, whgeol@gmail.com and WIDEMAN, Charles J., Emeritus, Geophysical Engineering, Montana Tech of the University of Montana, Park Street, Butte, MT 59701

UTILIZING CHEMOSTRATIGRAPHIC PROXIES TO DEVELOP SEQUENCE STRATIGRAPHIC FRAMEWORKS WITHIN THE WOODFORD SHALE
Abstract ID#: 226161

TURNER, Bryan W.¹, SLATT, Roger M.², and TR�ANTON, Jessica A.¹, (1) ConocoPhillips School of Geology and Geophysics, University of Oklahoma, 100 East Boyd St, Suite 710, Norman, OK 73019, bwturner@ou.edu, (2) ConocoPhillips School of Geology & Geophysics, The University of Oklahoma, 810 Sarkeys Energy Center, 100 E. Boyd Street, Norman, OK 73019-1009

ARCHITECTURE AND SIGNIFICANCE OF THE LOWER TRIASSIC MCKENZIE DOLOMITE LENTIL IN THE WHITEHORSE WILDERNESS-MCLEOD RIVER AREA, ALBERTA
Abstract ID#: 226829

GEOGOLICH, Aimee, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, University of Alberta, 1-26 Earth Sciences Building, Edmonton, AB T6G 2E3, Canada, agegolic@ualberta.ca and ZONNEVELD, John-Paul, Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2E3, Canada

SEDIMENTARY FINGERPRINT OF A THRUST FAULT
Abstract ID#: 226838

ZONNEVELD, John-Paul, Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2E3, Canada, zonneveld@ualberta.ca, MCHUGH, Luke P., Canadian Natural Resources Limited, 500-855 2 St SW, Calgary, AB T2P 4J8, Canada, BARTELS, William S., Department of Geological Sciences, Albion College, Albion, MI 49224, and GUNNELL, Gregg F., Division of Fossil Primates, Duke Lemur Center, Duke University, Durham, NC 27705

MAGNETIC POLARITY STRATIGRAPHY OF THE QUARTERMASTER (DEWEY LAKE) FORMATION (UPPER PERMIAN-LOWERMOST TRIASSIC), PALO DURO BASIN, NORTHWEST TEXAS, USA
Abstract ID#: 227528

COLLINS, Dylan R., Department Geosciences, University of Texas at Dallas, 800 W. Campbell Road, ROC 21, Richardson, TX 75080, drc101020@utdallas.edu, GEISSMAN, J.W., Department of Geosciences, ROC 21, University of Texas at Dallas, 800 West Campbell Road, Richardson, TX 75080, and TABOR, Neil J., Roy M. Huffington Department of Earth Sciences, Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX 75275-0395

STRATIGRAPHIC CONTINUITY IN PERMIAN KAROO BASINS, SOUTH AFRICA, NAMIBIA, AND BOTSWANA
Abstract ID#: 228234

JINNAH, Zubair and BERTI, Michael, School of Geosciences, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, 2050, South Africa, zubair.jinnah@wits.ac.za

STRATIGRAPHY AND GEOLOGIC HISTORY OF THE WHITNEY 7.5’ QUADRANGLE, NE OREGON
Abstract ID#: 229918

SPALL, Brian N., School of the Environment, Washington State University, Pullman, WA 99163, bartnog@aol.com and GAYLORD, David R., School of the Environment, Washington State University, PO Box 642812, Pullman, WA 99164-2812

SEQUENCE STRATIGRAPHY AND BIOTIC PATTERNS OF AN UNUSUAL INTERVAL IN THE UPPER ORDOVICIAN LEXINGTON FORMATION, CENTRAL KENTUCKY
Abstract ID#: 229972

YOUNG, Allison L.¹, REIS, Alex¹, and BRETT, Carlton E.², (1) Department of Geology, University of Cincinnati, 500 Geology-Physics Building, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH 45221, younga9@mail.uc.edu, (2) Department of Geology, University of Cincinnati, 500 Geology/Physics Building, Cincinnati, OH 45221-0013

STRATIGRAPHIC EVALUATION OF INCISED VALLEYS IN THE CRETACEOUS STRAIGHT CLIFFS FORMATION, SOUTHERN UTAH
Abstract ID#: 230022

CHENTNIK, Brenton¹, JOHNSON, Cari², STRIGHT, Lisa¹, and MULHERN, Julia³, (1) Geology and Geophysics, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84109, chentnikb@gmail.com, (2) Geology and Geophysics, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84112, (3) Geology and Geophysics, University of Utah, 235 Church Street, Middletown, CT 06459

STRATIGRAPHIC ANALYSIS OF THE CRETACEOUS STRAIGHT CLIFFS FORMATION, NORTH KAIPAROWITS PLATEAU, SOUTHERN UTAH
Abstract ID#: 230118

MULHERN, Julia, Geology and Geophysics, University of Utah, 115 South 1460 East, Room 383, Salt Lake City, UT 84112, juliamulhern5@gmail.com, JOHNSON, Cari, Geology and Geophysics, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84112, STRIGHT, Lisa, Geology and Geophysics, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84109, and CHENTNIK, Brenton, Salt Lake City, UT 84109

UPPER MISSISSIPPIAN STRATIGRAPHY AND SYNDEPOSITIONAL FAULTING REFLECT LIKELY OUACHITA FLEXURAL FOREBULGE EFFECTS, EAST-CENTRAL KENTUCKY, U.S.A
Abstract ID#: 230224

ZENG, Min, Department of Resource Exploration Engineering, College of Earth Science, Chengdu Institute of Technology, Chengdu, 610059, China and ETTENSOHN, Frank R., Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Kentucky, 101 Slone Building, Lexington, KY 40506, fettens@uky.edu

UPPER CENOMANIAN-LOWER TURONIAN DEPOSITS OF NORTHERN MEXICO: PALEOENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS BASED ON FACIES AND REDOX-SENSITIVE TRACE ELEMENTS
Abstract ID#: 230373

MAURRASSE, Florentin J.M.¹, SANCHEZ-HERNANDEZ, Yosmel¹, and BLANCO PI�ON, Alberto², (1) Earth and Environment, Florida International University, 11200 SW 8th St # PC-344, Miami, FL 33199, maurrass@fiu.edu, (2) Centro de Investigaciones en Ciencias de la Tierra y Materiales, Universidad Autonoma del Estado de Hidalgo, Ciudad Universitaria, Mineral de la Reforma, 42184, Mexico

A HIGH-RESOLUTION CARBON-ISOTOPE RECORD OF THE TURONIAN STAGE CORRELATED TO A SILICICLASTIC BASIN FILL: IMPLICATIONS FOR MID-CRETACEOUS SEA-LEVEL CHANGE
Abstract ID#: 230520

ULICNY, David¹, GROCKE, Darren R.², CECH, Stanislav³, LAURIN, Jiri¹, JARVIS, Ian⁴, OLDE, Kate⁴, TRABUCHO-ALEXANDRE, Joao², SVABENICKA, Lilian³, and PEDENTCHOUK, Nikolai⁵, (1) Institute of Geophysics, Czech Academy of Sciences, Bocni II/1401, Prague, 14131, Czech Republic, ulicny@ig.cas.cz, (2) Department of Earth Sciences, Durham University, South Road, Durham, DH1 3LE, United Kingdom, (3) Czech Geological Survey, Klarov 3, Prague, 118 21, Czech Republic, (4) School of Geography, Geology and the Environment, Kingston University, London, Penrhyn Road, Kingston-Upon-Thames, KT12EE, United Kingdom, (5) School of Environmental Sciences University of East Anglia, Norwich, NR4 7TJ, United Kingdom

ARCHITECTURE AND CHANNEL-BELT CLUSTERING IN THE FLUVIAL LOWER WASATCH FORMATION, UINTA BASIN, UTAH
Abstract ID#: 231663

PISEL, Jesse R., Geology and Geological Engineering - Chevron Center of Research Excellence, Colorado School of Mines, 1516 Illinois St, Golden, CO 80401, jpisel@mines.edu, PYLES, David R., Geology and Geological Engineering--Chevron Center of Research Excellence, Colorado School of Mines, 1516 Illinois Street, Golden, CO 80401, BRACKEN, Bryan, Chevron Energy Technology Company, 6001 Bollinger Canyon Road, San Ramon, CA 94583, and ROSENBAUM, Cole, Geology and Geological Engineering, Colorado School of Mines, 1516 Illinois St, Golden, CO 80401

EVALUATION OF CHANGES IN DEPOSITIONAL ENVIRONMENTS AND THEIR IMPACTS ON THE EARLY PALEOCENE (MIDDLE PUERCAN) MAMMALIAN FOSSIL RECORD IN THE NACIMIENTO FORMATION, SAN JUAN BASIN, NEW MEXICO
Abstract ID#: 232060

DAVIS, Adam J.¹, ATCHLEY, Stacy¹, PEPPE, Daniel J.², and WILLIAMSON, Thomas E.³, (1) Department of Geology, Baylor University, One Bear Place #97354, Waco, TX 76798, davisaj205@gmail.com, (2) Department of Geology, Baylor University, One Bear Place #97354, Waco, TX 76798-7354, (3) New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, 1801 Mountain Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104

LONGITUDINAL VARIABILITY IN PREVEGETATION FLUVIAL SYSTEMS: MODELS AND EXAMPLES
Abstract ID#: 232235

ALMEIDA, Renato¹, TURRA, B.B.², MARCONATO, A.², and FREITAS, B.T.², (1) Institute of Energy and Environment, University of S�o Paulo, Av. Professor Luciano Gualberto, 1289, edif�cio materiais, Cidade Universit�ria, S�o Paulo, 05508-01, Brazil, rpalmeid@usp.br, (2) Intitute of Geosciences, University of S�o Paulo, Rua do Lago 562, Cidade Universit�ria, S�o Paulo, 05508-080, Brazil

CRATONIC ARCH ACTIVITY AND BASIN DISSECTION IN EARLY PALEOZOIC SOUTHEAST LAURENTIA RECORDED BY PRE- AND SYN-TRANSGRESSIVE STRATA OF THE POTSDAM GROUP
Abstract ID#: 232272

LOWE, David G.¹, ARNOTT, R.W.C.¹, CHIARENZELLI, Jeffrey R.², and SANFORD, B.V.³, (1) Department of Earth Sciences, University of Ottawa, Marion Hall, 140 Louis Pasteur Pvt, Ottawa, ON K1N6N5, dlowe051@uottawa.ca, (2) Department of Geology, St. Lawrence University, Canton, NY 13617, (3) Geologic Survey of Canada (retired), Ottawa, ON K2G5J3

THE NEW YORK DEVONIAN: A NEW STRATIGRAPHIC SYNTHESIS AND CHRONOSTRATIGRAPHIC CHART FOR THE NORTH AMERICAN STANDARD
Abstract ID#: 232380

VER STRAETEN, Charles A., New York State Museum/Geological Survey, 3140 Cultural Education Center, Albany, NY 12230, cverstra@mail.nysed.gov, BAIRD, Gordon, Dept. of Geoscience, SUNY Fredonia, Fredonia, NY 14063, BARTHOLOMEW, Alex J., Geology Department, SUNY New Paltz, 1 Hawk Drive, New Paltz, NY 12561, BRETT, Carlton E., Department of Geology, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH 45221-0013, CSONKA, Jayme, Center for Integrative Geosciences, University of Connecticut, 354 Mansfield Rd U-2045, Storrs, CT 06269, EBERT, James R., Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, SUNY Oneonta, Ravine Parkway, Oneonta, NY 13820-4015, MATTESON, Damon K., Earth & Atmospheric Sciences Dept., and Network Operations, SUNY College at Oneonta, Milne Library B217G, Ravine Parkway, Oneonta, NY 13820-4015, OVER, D. Jeffrey, Geological Sciences, S.U.N.Y. Geneseo, Geneseo, NY 14454-1401, SMITH, Gerald, Eqt, Liberty Avenue, Suite 1700, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, and ZAMBITO, James IV, Wisconsin Geological Survey, University of Wisonsin - Extension, 3817 Mineral Point Rd, Madison, WI 53705

CHRONOSTRATIGRAPHIC INVESTIGATIONS OF THE MCPHERSON CHANNEL DEPOSITS IN SOUTH CENTRAL KANSAS: PRELIMINARY INTERPRETATIONS FROM PARTICLE SIZE AND STABLE ISOTOPIC ANALYSES
Abstract ID#: 232459

DUARTE, Adrienne M., Department of Geology, University of Kansas, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd, Lawrence, KS 66045, amduarte@ku.edu, SMITH, Jon Jay, Kansas Geological Survey, The University of Kansas, 1930 Constant Ave, Lawrence, KS 66047-3726, SLEEZER, Richard O., Earth Science, Emporia State University, Emporia, KS 66801, PLATT, Brian F., Department of Geology and Geological Engineering, University of Mississippi, 120 Carrier Hall, Oxford, MS 38677, and LUDVIGSON, G.A., Kansas Geological Survey, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS 66047

NEW K/PG LOCALITIES ALONG THE EASTERN GULF COASTAL PLAIN: MORE EVIDENCE OF IMPACT AND TSUNAMIS
Abstract ID#: 232471

BOAS, Caitlin¹, GARB, Matthew P.¹, ROVELLI, Remy¹, LARINA, Ekaterina¹, MYERS, Corinne E.², NAUJOKAITYTE, Jone¹, LANDMAN, Neil H.³, and PHILLIPS, George E.⁴, (1) Earth and Environmental Sciences, Brooklyn College, 2900 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11210, caitlin.boas@gmail.com, (2) Geology, University of Kansas, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd, 120 Lindley Hall, Lawrence, KS 66045, (3) Division of Paleontology (Invertebrates), American Museum of Natural History, Central Park West at 79th Street, New York, NY 10024-5192, (4) Paleontology, Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, 2148 Riverside Drive, Jackson, MS 39202-1353

SEQUENCE STRATIGRAPHIC FRAMEWORK OF THE CAMBRO-ORDOVICIAN TRANSITION IN THE ILLINOIS BASIN: IMPLICATIONS FOR DEFINING THE CHRONOSTRATIGRAPHIC POSITION OF THE GUNTER AND ROSE RUN SANDSTONES
Abstract ID#: 232642

LASEMI, Yaghoob, Illinois State Geological Survey, Prairie Research Institute, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 615 E. Peabody Drive, Champaign, IL 61820, ylasemi@illinois.edu

STRUCTURE-STRATIGRAPHY INTERACTIONS IN A PIGGYBACK BASIN SETTING, AINSA BASIN, SPAIN
Abstract ID#: 232655

PYLES, David R.¹, MOODY, Jeremiah D.², GORDON, Gregory³, HOFFMAN, Matthew², MOSS-RUSSELL, Amy³, SILALAHI, Henri², SETIAWAN, Prianto¹, CLARK, Julian⁴, and BRACKEN, Bryan⁵, (1) Geology and Geological Engineering--Chevron Center of Research Excellence, Colorado School of Mines, 1516 Illinois Street, Golden, CO 80401, dpyles@mines.edu, (2) Department of Geology and Geological Engineering--Chevron Center of Research Excellence, Colorado School of Mines, 1516 Illinois Street, Golden, CO 80401, (3) Geology and Geological Engineering, Colorado School of Mines, 1516 Illinois Street, Golden, CO 80401, (4) Chevron ETC, 6001 Bollinger Canyon Rd, San Ramon, CA 94583, (5) Chevron Energy Technology Company, 6001 Bollinger Canyon Road, San Ramon, CA 94583

REVISED STRATIGRAPHIC RELATIONS IN THE UPPER ORDOVICIAN (KATIAN; UPPER MAYSVILLIAN-RICHMONDIAN) OF CENTRAL AND NORTHERN KENTUCKY: HIGH RESOLUTION CORRELATION, REGIONAL FACIES EVOLUTION, AND MODIFIED NOMENCLATURE
Abstract ID#: 232745

MALGIERI, Thomas J., Department of Geology, University of Cincinnati, 500 Geology/Physics Building, Cincinnati, OH 45221-0013, Malgietj@mail.uc.edu, BRETT, Carlton, Department of Geology, Univ of Cincinnati, 500 Geology/Physics Bldg, Cincinnati, OH 45221-0013, THOMKA, James R., Department of Geology, University of Cincinnati, 500 Geology-Physics Building, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH 45221, and AUCOIN, Christopher D., Department of Geology, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH 45221-0013

FLOODPLAIN RECORD IN THE EARLY CAMBRIAN: A MOMENT IN THE EVOLUTION OF ALLUVIAL LANDSCAPES
Abstract ID#: 232791

MARCONATO, Andre¹, ALMEIDA, Renato², TURRA, B.B.¹, SANTOS, M.G.M.¹, and FRAGOSO-CESAR, A.R.S.¹, (1) Institute of Geosciences, University of S�o Paulo, Rua do Lago 562, Cidade Universit�ria, S�o Paulo, 05508-080, Brazil, andre.marconato@usp.br, (2) Institute of Energy and Environment, University of S�o Paulo, Av. Professor Luciano Gualberto, 1289, edif�cio materiais, Cidade Universit�ria, S�o Paulo, 05508-01, Brazil

SEQUENCE STRATIGRAPHY OF THE UPDIP SMACKOVER AND THE LOWER SMACKOVER BROWN DENSE IN EAST CENTRAL MISSISSIPPI
Abstract ID#: 233001

BRELAND, Benjamin Ross, Geosciences, Mississippi State University, 1110 Old Mayhew Road Apt. # 33, Starkville, MS 39759, brb330@msstate.edu and SCHMITZ, Darrel, Department of Geosciences, Mississippi State University, Mississippi State, MS 39762

ALLUVIAL ARCHITECTURE, PALEOSOLS, VERTIC FEATURES, AND PRELIMINARY CHEMOSTRATIGRAPHY OF THE YELLOW CAT MEMBER (LOWER CRETACEOUS) OF THE CEDAR MOUNTAIN FORMATION IN GRAND COUNTY, UTAH, USA
Abstract ID#: 233102

JOECKEL, R.M., School of Natural Resources, Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, and State Museum, University of Nebraska Lincoln, Lincoln, NE 68583, rjoeckel3@unl.edu, LUDVIGSON, G.A., Kansas Geological Survey, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS 66047, KIRKLAND, J.I., Utah Geological Survey, Salt Lake City, UT, and SUAREZ, C.A., Department of Geosciences, University of Arkansas, 113 Ozark Hall, Fayetteville, AR 72701

PALEOGENE STRATA OF THE HIGH PLAINS IN WESTERN KANSAS? PRELIMINARY RADIOMETRIC DATES FROM VOLCANOGENIC ZIRCONS IN MATURE PALEOSOLS
Abstract ID#: 233250

SMITH, Jon Jay, Kansas Geological Survey, The University of Kansas, 1930 Constant Ave, Lawrence, KS 66047-3726, jjsmith@ku.edu, LUDVIGSON, Greg A., Kansas Geological Survey, University of Kansas, 1930 Constant Ave, Lawrence, KS 66047-3726, HARLOW, R. Hunter, Kansas Geological Survey, 1930 Constant Ave, Lawrence, KS 66047, DOVETON, John H., Kansas Geological Survey, University of Kansas, 1930 Constant Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66047-3726, ZEIGLER, Kate E., Natural Resources, New Mexico Highlands University, Box 9000, Las Vegas, NM 87701, PETRONIS, Michael, Environmental Geology, New Mexico Highlands University, Las Vegas, NM 87701, MOLLER, Andreas, Geology, University of Kansas, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd. Rm 120, Lawrence, KS 66045, FELDMAN, Josh, Geology, University of Kansas, 2335 Irving Hill Rd, Rm. 357, Lawrence, KS 66045, STOTLER, Randy L., Department of Geology, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS 66045, and RITTENOUR, Tammy, Department of Geology and Luminescence Laboratory, Utah State University, Logan, UT 84322

DEFINING A LLANDOVERY-WENLOCK (SILURIAN) TRANSGRESSION IN WISCONSIN AND ILLINOIS USING HIGH-RESOLUTION BIOSTRATIGRAPHIC, CHEMOSTRATIGRAPHIC AND LITHOSTRATIGRAPHIC DATA
Abstract ID#: 233342

MIKULIC, Donald G., Illinois State Geological Survey, University of Illinois, 615 E Peabody Dr, Champaign, IL 61820-6964, mikulic@illinois.edu, KLUESSENDORF, Joanne, Weis Earth Science Museum, 1478 Midway Road, Menasha, WI 54952, and NORBY, Rodney D., Illinois State Geological Survey, University of Illinois, 615 East Peabody Dr, Champaign, IL 61820

MIOCENE DEPOSITIONAL ENVIRONMENTS OF THE SOUTHEASTERN GAILLARD CUT, PANAMA CANAL, REPUBLIC OF PANAMA
Abstract ID#: 233372

MONARREZ, Pedro M.¹, WOOD, Aaron R.², V�LEZ-JUARBE, Jorge², COUPER, Samantha³, FREDRICKSON, Erik K.⁴, and RIDGWELL, Nicole⁵, (1) Applied Earthworks, Inc, 133 N. San Gabriel Blvd. Suite 201, Pasadena, CA 91107-3414, pmmonarrez@gmail.com, (2) Florida Museum of Natural History, University of Florida, Dickinson Hall, Gainesville, FL 32611-7800, (3) Department of Geology and Geophysics, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84112, (4) University of Washington, 8630 Holly Lane, Edmonds, WA 9026, (5) Museum and Field Studies Program, University of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, CO 80309-0218

PERMIAN AND TRIASSIC SANDSTONES IN THE CENTRAL TRANSANTARCTIC MOUNTAINS AND WEST ANTARCTICA REFLECT THE CONTEMPORANEOUS AND EVOLVING GONDWANA MARGIN
Abstract ID#: 221632

ELLIOT, David, Byrd Polar Research Center and School of Earth Sciences, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH 43210, elliot.1@osu.edu, FANNING, C. Mark, Research School of Earth Sciences, Australian National University, Canberra, ACT 0200, Australia, HULETT, S.R.W., School of Earth Sciences and Byrd Polar Research Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH 43210, ISBELL, John L., Geosciences, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI 53201, and LAUDON, Thomas, Department of Geology, University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, Oshkosh, WI 54901

PHYSICAL STRATIGRAPHY, BIOCHRONOLOGY AND STRUCTURAL INTERPRETATION OF PICO LONGORIA, SIERRA EL MUERTO, SANTIAGO, NUEVO LEóN
Abstract ID#: 221733

LONGORIA, Jose, Earth and Environment, Florida International University, 11200 SW 8th Street, Miami, FL 33199, longoria@fiu.edu, CAMACHO-ORTEGON, Luis F., Escuela Superior de Ingenieria, Universiad Autonoma de Coahuila, Adolfo Lopez Mateos s/n, Nueva Rosita, 26800, Mexico, and MONREAL, Rogelio, Departamento de Geologia, Hermosillo, 83170, Mexico

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SHORELINE TRAJECTORY AND FLUVIAL CHANNEL ARCHITECTURE, NET-SAND CONTENT, CLUSTERING, AND CONNECTIVITY IN A HIGH ACCOMMODATION SETTING, EOCENE ESCANILLA FORMATION, AINSA BASIN, SPAIN
Abstract ID#: 222487

MOODY, Jeremiah D., Department of Geology and Geological Engineering--Chevron Center of Research Excellence, Colorado School of Mines, 1516 Illinois Street, Golden, CO 80401, jmoody@mines.edu and PYLES, David R., Geology and Geological Engineering--Chevron Center of Research Excellence, Colorado School of Mines, 1516 Illinois Street, Golden, CO 80401

THE NEWARK BASIN CYCLOSTRATIGRAPHY IS NOT A DETERMINATIVE CHRONOSTRATIGRAPHY OF THE LATE TRIASSIC-EARLIEST JURASSIC
Abstract ID#: 223968

TANNER, L.H., Environmental Science Systems, Le Moyne College, 1419 Salt Springs Road, Syracuse, NY 13214, tannerlh@lemoyne.edu and LUCAS, S.G., New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, 1801 Mountain Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104

OUTCROPS STUDIES APPLIED TO DEFINE STRATIGRAPHIC FRAMEWORK: A STUDIED CASE IN THE CRETACEOUS –NEOGENE IN MARACAIBO BASIN, VENEZUELA
Abstract ID#: 224550

SOLORZANO, Verioska¹, BECERRA, Jhony Sr², CAMACHO, Pedro¹, VALBUENA, Edwin Sr², ZAVALA, Carlos Sr³, ARCURI, Mariano Sr³, ZORZANO, Agustin Sr³, and DI MEGLIO, Mariano Sr³, (1) Gerencia de Exploraci�n y Estudios Integrados de Yacimientos, PDVSA Guaraguao, Puerto La Cruz, 6023, Venezuela, solorzanov@pdvsa.com, (2) Laboratorio Geol�gico, Exploraci�n Occidente, La Concepci�n, 4032, Venezuela, (3) Geologia de Cuencas Sedimentarias, Bahia Blanca, 8000, Argentina

ORDOVICIAN CARBONATE FACIES OF PRINCE OF WALES ISLAND, SOUTHEASTERN ALASKA
Abstract ID#: 224740

ROHR, David¹, KARL, Susan M.², BLODGETT, Robert B.³, BAICHTAL, James F.⁴, and MEASURES, Elizabeth¹, (1) Earth and Physical Sciences, Sul Ross State Univ, Alpine, TX 79832, drohr@sulross.edu, (2) USGS, 4210 University Dr, Anchorage, AK 99508-4626, (3) Geological Consultant, 2821 Kingfisher Drive, Anchorage, AK 99502, (4) U.S. Forest Service, Tongass National Forest, Thorne Bay Ranger District, P.O. Box 19001, Thorne Bay, AK 99919

NEW MAGNETIC POLARITY DATA FROM THE HIGH PLAINS-OGALLALA DRILLING PROJECT CORE HP1A: A PRELIMINARY MAGNETOSTRATIGRAPHY FROM THE EOCENE-OLIGOCENE WHITE RIVER GROUP, SOUTHWESTERN KANSAS
Abstract ID#: 225130

TREVINO, Sarah F., Natural Resource Managment-Geology, New Mexico Highlands University, P.O Box 9000, Las Vegas, NM 87701, strevino712@gmail.com, ZEIGLER, Kate E., Natural Resources, New Mexico Highlands University, Box 9000, Las Vegas, NM 87701, PETRONIS, Michael, Environmental Geology, New Mexico Highlands University, Las Vegas, NM 87701, SMITH, Jon J., Kansas Geological Survey, Lawrence, KS 66045-7613, LUDVIGSON, Greg, Kansas Geological Survey, The University of Kansas, 1930 Constant Ave, Lawrence, KS 66047-3726, and DOVETON, John H., Kansas Geological Survey, University of Kansas, 1930 Constant Ave, Lawrence, KS 66047

A δ¹³C COMPOSITE STANDARD FOR THE ORDOVICIAN OF SOUTHERN SWEDEN
Abstract ID#: 225670

DAHLQVIST, Peter, Geological Survey of Sweden, Lund, 227 38, Sweden, peter.dahlqvist@sgu.se, CALNER, Mikael, GeoBioSphere Science Centre, Lund University, S�lvegatan 12, Lund, SE-223 62, Sweden, LEHNERT, Oliver, GeoZentrum Nordbayern, Lithosphere Dynamics, Schlossgarten 5, Erlangen, D-91054, Germany, and JOACHIMSKI, Michael M., GeoZentrum Nordbayern, Lithosphere Dynamics, University of Erlangen, Schlossgarten 5, Erlangen, 91054, Germany

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Structural Geology (Posters)

Oral 0	Poster 8	Either 0	Total 8

Structural Geology Pool

Papers:

EXPERIMENTAL ROCK DEFORMATION OF CAMBRIAN-ORDOVICIAN CARBONATES FROM THE VALLEY AND RIDGE OF THE APPALACHIANS
Abstract ID#: 232775

HUNDLEY, Thomas H., Department of Geology, Washington and Lee University, Lexington, VA 24450, hundleyt14@mail.wlu.edu and CONNORS, Christopher D., Dept. of Geology, Washington and Lee University, 204 West Washington Street St, Lexington, VA 24450

STRAIN ANALYSIS OF CONGLOMERATIC IRON-FORMATION WITHIN THE NEMO SHEAR ZONE, BLACK HILLS SD
Abstract ID#: 223535

HAWKINS, Robert R., Geoscience, Winona State University, 118 east 8th st, Winona, MN 55987, RHawkins09@winona.edu and ALLARD, Stephen T., Department of Geoscience, Winona State University, P.O. Box 5838, Winona, MN 55987

STRAIN ANALYSIS OF BOULDERS IN ESTES CONGLOMERATE WITHIN THE NEMO SHEAR ZONE, BLACK HILLS, SD
Abstract ID#: 223543

BROWN, Mark B., Geoscience, Winona State University, 1622 Valley View Dr, Winona, MN 55987, mbbrown08@winona.edu and ALLARD, Stephen T., Department of Geoscience, Winona State University, P.O. Box 5838, Winona, MN 55987

GNEISSIC DOMES IN AN ARCHEAN TERRANE: STRUCTURAL MAPPING & KINEMATIC ANALYSIS
Abstract ID#: 228027

BLOCK, Jane A., Geosciences, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, P.O. Box 413, Milwaukee, WI 53201, blockja@uwm.edu and CZECK, Dyanna M., Geosciences, University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, P.O. Box 413, Milwaukee, WI 53201

KINEMATIC MODEL OF THE NORTHERN PUERTO RICO FAULT ZONE: TRANSPRESSION, STRAIN PARTITIONING, AND LATERAL EXTRUSION
Abstract ID#: 232465

LA�-D�VILA, Daniel A., Boone Pickens School of Geology, Oklahoma State University, 105 Noble Research Center, Stillwater, OK 74078, daniel.lao_davila@okstate.edu

NORMAL FAULTS-RELATED DEFORMATION BANDS IN THE PALEOZOIC-MESOZOIC SANDSTONES OF THE MEKELE SEDIMENTARY BASIN IN NORTHERN ETHIOPIA
Abstract ID#: 231995

ABDELSALAM, Mohamed, Boone Pickens School of Geology, Oklahoma State University, Noble Research Center, Stillwater, OK 74078, mohamed.abdel_salam@okstate.edu, BERHANU, Tadesse, School of Earth Sciences, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and LEBENIE, Dawit, Department of Geology, University of Gondor, Gondor, Ethiopia

INVESTIGATION OF THE HIMALAYAN THRUST BELT ARCHITECTURE, WEST NEPAL
Abstract ID#: 227484

LI, An, Department of Earth and Atmospheric sciences, University of Houston, Science & Research Building 1, Houston, TX 77054, uhoustonanli@gmail.com

THE STRUCTURE OF THE LESSER HIMALAYA OF CENTRAL NEPAL
Abstract ID#: 233479

CROSS, Edward A. III, Geosciences, University of Arizona, The University of Arizona, 1040 E. 4th Street, Tucson, AZ 85721, ecross@email.arizona.edu and DECELLES, Peter G., Department of Geosciences, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ 85721

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Tectonics (Posters)

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Tectonics Pool

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Volcanology (Posters)

Oral 6	Poster 25	Either 2	Total 33

Volcanology Pool

Papers:

SPATIAL AND GENETIC CONNECTION OF SULPHID ORE DEPOSITS WITH PLAGIOGRANITES IN THE CENTRAL MIRDITA REGION OF ALBANIA, BASED ON THE ISOTOPIC AND TRACE ELEMENTS ANALYSIS DATA
Abstract ID#: 221715

KOLNDREU, Dede, Rruga Pandi Dardha, Pallati 58, Apt. 47, Tirana Albania, dkolndreu@live.com

PETROLOGY, GEOCHEMISTRY AND THE TECTONIC SETTING OF THE BASALTIC PILLOW LAVAS IN THE BAFT OPHIOLITIC M�LANGE, SOUTHWEST OF KERMAN, IRAN
Abstract ID#: 223735

BABAEI, Abbed, Biological, Geological and Environmental Sciences, Cleveland State Univ, E. 24th at Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115, a.babaei@csuohio.edu, DARGAHI, Sara, Department of Geology, Shahid Bahonar Univ, Kerman, 75176, Iran, ARVIN, Mohsen, Dept. of Geology, Shahid Bahonar University, P.O. Box 76175-133, Kerman, 76175, Iran, and ADIBI, Shabnam, Department of Geology, Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, Iran

BASALTIC MAGMA GENESIS IN THE ANDEAN SVZ: INFLUENCE OF P, T, WATER CONTENT AND CRUSTAL THICKNESS
Abstract ID#: 226983

HOLBIK, Sven Paul¹, HICKEY-VARGAS, Rosemary¹, and TORMEY, Daniel², (1) Earth and Environment, Florida International University, 11200 SW 8th Street, Miami, FL 33174, sholb001@fiu.edu, (2) Cardno Entrix, Los Angeles, CA 90025

GEOCHEMISTRY OF LATE CENOZOIC COLLISION VOLCANISM IN THE LESSER CAUCASUS, LACHIN – KALBAJAR AREA OF THE REPUBLIC OF AZERBAIJAN
Abstract ID#: 229730

HUSEYNOV, Teymur, California State University, Northridge, 4032 Inglewood Blvd, apt 4, Los Angeles, CA 90066, teymur.huseynov.563@my.csun.edu, SCHWARTZ, Joshua J., Department of Geological Sciences, California State University Northridge, 18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA 91330, and LACKEY, Jade Star, Geology Department, Pomona College, 185 E. 6th St, Claremont, CA 91711

TEPHROCHRONOLOGY AND GEOCHEMICAL FINGERPRINTING OF EOCENE AND OLIGOCENE VOLCANIC ASHES OF EAST AND CENTRAL TEXAS
Abstract ID#: 231410

HEINTZ, Mindi L.¹, MILLER, Brent V.¹, YANCEY, Thomas E.¹, and HEIZLER, Matthew, T.², (1) Geology and Geophysics, Texas A&M University, MS 3115, College Station, TX 77843, miheintz@neo.tamu.edu, (2) New Mexico Bureau of Geology, NM Tech, Socorro, NM 87801

GEOCHEMISTRY AND MAGMATIC EVOLUTION OF MORNE PATATES VOLCANO AND NEIGHBORING LAVA DOMES, DOMINICA, LESSER ANTILLES
Abstract ID#: 231708

DALY, George E., Department of Geology and Environmental Earth Science, Miami University, 250 S. Patterson Avenue, 114 Shideler Hall, Oxford, OH 45056, dalyge@muohio.edu and WIDOM, Elisabeth, Dept. of Geology and Environmental Earth Sciences, Miami University, Shideler Hall, 250 S. Patterson Ave, Oxford, OH 45056

PETROGENESIS OF JORULLO VOLCANO, MICHOACáN GUANAJUATO VOLCANIC FIELD, MEXICO
Abstract ID#: 233711

RASOAZANAMPARANY, Christine¹, WIDOM, Elisabeth², SIEBE, Claus³, GUILBAUD, Marie-No�lle⁴, SPICUZZA, Michael J.⁵, VALLEY, John W.⁶, VALDEZ, Gabriel⁷, and SALINAS, Sergio⁴, (1) Department of Geology & Environmental Earth Science, Miami University, 250 S. Patterson Avenue, 114 Shideler Hall, Oxford, OH 45056, rasoazc@miamioh.edu, (2) Dept. of Geology and Environmental Earth Sciences, Miami University, Shideler Hall, 250 S. Patterson Ave, Oxford, OH 45056, (3) Departamento de Vulcanologia, Instituto de Geofisica, UNAM, Ciudad Universitaria Del. Coyoac�n, Mexico City, 04510, Mexico, (4) Departamento de Vulcanolog�a, Instituto de Geof�sica, UNAM, Ciudad Universitaria Del. Coyoac�n, Mexico City, 04510, Mexico, (5) Department of Geoscience, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 1215 W. Dayton St, Madison, WI 53706, (6) Department of Geoscience, University of Wisconsin, 1215 W Dayton St, Madison, WI 53706, (7) Unidad Acad�mica de Ciencias de la Tierra, UAGRO, Taxco, Guerrero, 40200, Mexico

A 40 MA GEOCHEMICAL RECORD OF SPATIAL AND TEMPORAL CHANGES IN CASCADE ARC MAGMATISM
Abstract ID#: 233852

HANSON, Monica, GIS Dept, Denver University, Denver, CO 80208, monicahanson9@gmail.com and TEPPER, Jeffrey H., Geology Dept, University of Puget Sound, 1500 N. Warner St, Tacoma, WA 98416-1048

ESTIMATED VOLUME OF VOLCANIC ASH FALL: OLIGOCENE OTAY FM
Abstract ID#: 223716

BERRY, Richard W., 3 Larkspur Lane, Avon, CT 06001, rberry@mail.sdsu.edu

SHALLOW CHAMBER & CONDUIT BEHAVIOR OF SILICIC MAGMA: A THERMO- AND FLUID- DYNAMIC PARAMETERIZATION MODEL OF PHYSICAL DEFORMATION AS CONSTRAINED BY GEODETIC OBSERVATIONS: CASE STUDY; SOUFRIERE HILLS VOLCANO, MONTSERRAT
Abstract ID#: 223815

GUNN DE ROSAS, Cathina, Ees, University of Texas at Arlington, 2612 Gilbert Circle, Abram and 360, Arlington, TX 76010, thepinkgeologist@gmail.com

TEPHROSTRATIGRAPHIC AND GEOCHEMICAL INVESTIGATION OF EARLY PLEISTOCENE SILICIC TEPHRA, MIDDLE AWASH REGION, AFAR RIFT, ETHIOPIA
Abstract ID#: 225513

WALKUP, Laura C.¹, HART, William K.¹, and WOLDEGABRIEL, Giday², (1) Department of Geology & Environmental Earth Science, Miami University, 114 Shideler Hall, Oxford, OH 45056, walkuplc@muohio.edu, (2) Earth and Environmental Sciences Division, Los Alamos National Laboratory, EES-16/MS D462, Los Alamos, NM 87545

NEW CUBIC-KILOMETER-SCALE BASALTIC FISSURE ERUPTION OF TOLBACHIK, KAMCHATKA, RUSSIA
Abstract ID#: 226711

BELOUSOV, Alexander¹, BELOUSOVA, Marina¹, EDWARDS, Ben², VOLYNETS, Anna¹, MELNIKOV, Dmitry¹, and SENYUKOV, Sergey³, (1) Institute of Volcanology and Seismology, Piip boulevard 9, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, 683006, Russia, belousov@mail.ru, (2) Department of Geology, Dickinson College, 28 N. College Street, Carlisle, PA 17013, (3) Kamchatka Branch of Geophysical Survey, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia

UNDERSTANDING THE MAGMATIC EVOLUTION AND PROCESSES ASSOCIATED WITH THE FORMATION OF THE LAVA FLOWS FOUND IN LAVERICKS BAY, BANKS PENINSULA, NEW ZEALAND
Abstract ID#: 226750

CRYSTAL, Victoria F., Geology, Colorado College, 639 Fillmore Street, Denver, CO 80206, victoria.crystal@coloradocollege.edu

THE 1951 ERUPTION OF MT. LAMINGTON, PAPUA NEW GUINEA: DIRECTED BLAST DIRECTED UPWARD
Abstract ID#: 227351

BELOUSOVA, Marina¹, BELOUSOV, Alexander¹, PATIA, Herman², and HOBLITT, Richard P.³, (1) Institute of Volcanology and Seismology, Piip boulevard 9, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, 683006, Russia, belousov@mail.ru, (2) Rabaul Volcano Observatory, Rabaul, 2530, Papua New Guinea, (3) Cascades Volcano Observatory, Vancouver, WA 98683

MAGNETIC FABRIC INVESTIGATIONS OF THE SAPINERO MESA AND FISH CANYON TUFFS, NORTHERN PART OF THE SOUTHERN ROCKY MOUNTAIN VOLCANIC FIELD, COLORADO
Abstract ID#: 227518

MARTIN, Michael J., HARPER, Christopher N., and GEISSMAN, J.W., Department of Geosciences, The University of Texas at Dallas, ROC 21, 800 West Campbell Road, Richardson, TX 75080-3021, mikemart44@gmail.com

PALEOMAGNETIC, ANISOTROPY OF MAGNETIC SUSCEPTIBILITY, AND STRUCTURAL DATA BEARING ON MAGMA EMPLACEMENT AND THE GROWTH OF A MIOCENE, CINDER CONE
Abstract ID#: 227638

BRISTER, Adam, Environmental Geology, Natural Resource Management Department, New Mexico Highlands University, PO Box 9000, Las Vegas, NM 87701, abrister@live.nmhu.edu, PETRONIS, Michael, Environmental Geology, New Mexico Highlands University, Las Vegas, NM 87701, LINDLINE, Jennifer, Natural Resources Management Department, New Mexico Highlands University, P.O. Box 9000, Las Vegas, NM 87701, VAN WYK DE VRIES, Benjamin, Laboratoire Magmas et Volcans, University Blaise Pascal, 5 rue Kessler, Clermont-Ferrand, 63038, France, RAPPRICH, Vladislav, Czech Geological Survey, Kl�rov 3, 118 21 Praha 1, Prague, Czech Republic, and CEDILLO, Danielle, Environmental Geology Program, New Mexico Highlands University, P.O. Box 9000, Las Vegas, NM 87701

ORIGIN OF THE CLASTIC FLOW BANDS IN THE TAKANOOBANE RHYOLITE LAVA
Abstract ID#: 227707

FURUKAWA, Kuniyuki, Faculty of Business Administration, Aichi University, 4-60-6 Hiraike-cho, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya-shi, 453-8777, Japan, kfuru@aichi-u.ac.jp, KANAMARU, Tatsuo, Department of Geosystem Sciences, College of Humanities and Sciences, Nihon University, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, 156-8550, Japan, and UNO, Koji, Graduate School of Education, Okayama University, Tsushimanaka 3-1-1, Okayama, 700-8530, Japan

INTRA-FLOW VARIATIONS WITHIN PRIMITIVE BASALTS OF THE POISON LAKE CHAIN, LASSEN VOLCANIC CENTER,CA
Abstract ID#: 228637

HIEBING, Matthew S., Geology Department, University of Wisconsin Oshkohs, 800 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh, WI 54901, hiebim42@uwosh.edu, WENNER, Jennifer M., Geology Department, Univ of Wisconsin Oshkosh, Oshkosh, WI 54901, and TEASDALE, Rachel, Geological & Environmental Sciences, CSU Chico, Chico, CA 95929-0205

USING XENOLITHS TO INVESTIGATE MAGMA ASCENT: THE MAY 2010 STROMBOLIAN ERUPTION OF PACAYA VOLCANO, GUATEMALA
Abstract ID#: 229334

ROSENOW, Emma E.¹, BOLLASINA, Anthony J.¹, CHIGNA, Gustavo², and WHITTINGTON, Alan³, (1) Geological Sciences, University of Missouri-Columbia, 101 Geological Sciences Building, Columbia, MO 65211, eercg3@mail.missouri.edu, (2) INSIVUMEH, 7a Avenida 14-57 Zona 13, Guatemala City, NA, Guatemala, (3) Department of Geological Sciences, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO 65211

PALEOMAGNETIC STRATIGRAPHY OF THE EASTERN SNAKE RIVER PLAIN IN THE SOUTHERN PART OF THE IDAHO NATIONAL LABORATORY, IDAHO
Abstract ID#: 229384

HODGES, Mary K.V., USGS INL Project Office, 1955 N. Fremont Ave., MS 1160 attn. Mary Hodges, Idaho Falls, ID 83415, mkhodges@usgs.gov, CHAMPION, D.E., U.S. Geol Survey, MS-910, 345 Middlefield Rd, Menlo Park, CA 94025, and DAVIS, L.C., USGS INL Project Office, 1955 N. Fremont Ave., MS 1160 attn. Linda Davis, Idaho Falls, ID 83415

QUATERNARY MONOGENETIC BASALTIC VOLCANISM IN SOUTHEASTERN OREGON, USA
Abstract ID#: 229494

HART, William K., Department of Geology & Environmental Earth Science, Miami University, 114 Shideler Hall, Oxford, OH 45056, hartwk@miamioh.edu

VARIABLE AND HIGH ⁸⁷SR/⁸⁶SR DOMAINS WEST OF THE TERRANE-CRATONIC LITHOSPHERE TRANSITION AS DEDUCED FROM MID-MIOCENE SILICIC VOLCANISM IN EASTERN OREGON
Abstract ID#: 229672

JENKINS, Emily N.¹, STRECK, Martin J.¹, and RAMOS, Frank C.², (1) Department of Geology, Portland State University, Portland, OR 97207, ejenk12@gmail.com, (2) Department of Geological Sciences, New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM 88003

GAINING INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE THROUGH A BI-NATIONAL MAPPING TEAM APPROACH BETWEEN TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY AND THE UNIVERSITY OF COSTA RICA: THE STUDENT PERSPECTIVE
Abstract ID#: 229791

CISNEROS, Julia¹, RIVERS, Chelsea¹, SKRLA, Ben¹, ORTIZ, Michelle¹, MOORE, Connor¹, PRICE, Amy E.², and JOHNSON, Harold II¹, (1) Geology and Geophysics, Texas A&M University, 3115 TAMU, College Station, TX 77843, jcisneros1024@tamu.edu, (2) High Alpine and Arctic Research Program and Department of Geology and Geophysics, Texas A&M University, Department of Geology and Geophysics, MS 3115, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843

EVIDENCE FOR INFLATION AND DEFLATION IN LAVAS FLOWS WEST OF MITER CRATER, ICE SPRINGS VOLCANIC FIELD, BLACK ROCK DESERT, UTAH
Abstract ID#: 230004

JUDGE, Shelley A.¹, POLLOCK, Meagen¹, WILLIAMS, Michael¹, HALL, Tricia¹, WILCH, Thomas I.², THORNTON, Candice¹, SIMS, Whitney¹, MATESICH, Cameron¹, SILVERSTEIN, Adam¹, and PEPPERS, Matthew H.¹, (1) Department of Geology, The College of Wooster, 944 College Mall, Scovel Hall, Wooster, OH 44691, sjudge@wooster.edu, (2) Geological Sciences, Albion College, 611 E Porter St, Albion, MI 49224

ESTIMATING MELT HALOGEN BUDGETS FROM ACCESSORY PHASES IN MAGMATIC SYSTEMS
Abstract ID#: 230067

PICCOLI, Philip, Department of Geology, University of Maryland, College Park, College Park, MD 20742, piccoli@umd.edu and WEBSTER, James D., Earth and Planetary Sciences, American Museum of Natural History, Central Park West at 79th Street, New York, NY 10024-5192

EROSION OF CINDER CONES IN THE SAN FRANCISCO VOLCANIC FIELD (SAN FRANCISCO VOLCANIC FIELD REU)
Abstract ID#: 230743

GLEEMAN, Emma B.¹, ZIBART, Sarah Elizabeth², ARROWSMITH, J. Ram�n³, CLARKE, Amanda B.³, ALFANO, Fabrizio³, DE' MICHIELI VITTURI, Mattia⁴, and DEKKO, Rob³, (1) Brown University, Providence, RI 02912, emma_gleeman@brown.edu, (2) Department of Geography and Geology, Western Kentucky University, P.O. Box 716, Auburn, KY 42206, (3) School of Earth and Space Exploration, Arizona State University, P.O. Box 876004, Tempe, AZ 85287-6004, (4) Istituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia, Sezione de Pisa, Italy, Via della Faggiola 32, Pisa, I-56126, Italy

EXPLOSIVE BASALTIC PHREATOMAGMATIC VOLCANISM DURING EARLY CAMBRIAN RIFTING IN SOUTHERN OKLAHOMA: EVIDENCE FROM QUARRY EXPOSURES IN THE ARBUCKLE MOUNTAINS
Abstract ID#: 232006

ESCHBERGER, Amy M. and HANSON, Richard E., School of Geology, Energy and the Environment, Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, TX 76129, a.eschberger@tcu.edu

GEOLOGIC MAP OF THE HAWKS VALLEY-LONE MOUNTAIN REGION, HARNEY COUNTY, OREGON, SCALE 1:24,000
Abstract ID#: 232116

WYPYCH, Alicja¹, HART, William K.¹, SCARBERRY, Kaleb², MCHUGH, Kelly C.¹, PASQUALE, Stephen A.³, and LEGGE, Paul W.⁴, (1) Department of Geology & Environmental Earth Science, Miami University, 114 Shideler Hall, Oxford, OH 45056, wypycha@muohio.edu, (2) Montana Bureau of Mines & Geology, 1300 West Park Street, Butte, MT 59701, (3) Talawanda High School, 5301 University Park Blvd, Oxford, OH 45056, (4) 108 Eugene St, Towanda, IL 61776

INFRARED STIMULATED LUMINESCENCE EMPLACEMENT AGES FOR OBSIDIAN BUTTE RHYOLITE DOME (IMPERIAL COUNTY, CALIFORNIA)
Abstract ID#: 233571

PERRINE, Andrew R., SCHMITT, Axel K., and RHODES, Edward J., Earth and Space Sciences, University of California, Los Angeles, CA 90095, arperrine0@gmail.com

SUPERVOLCANOES OF COASTAL MAINE
Abstract ID#: 233619

SEAMAN, Sheila, Department of Geosciences, University of Massachusetts, 611 North Pleasant Street, 233 Morrill Science Center, Amherst, MA 01003, sjs@geo.umass.edu

TRANSITION FROM STROMBOLIAN TO PHREATOMAGMATIC ACTIVITY DUE TO SCORIA CONE VENT MIGRATION: COLTON CRATER, SAN FRANCISCO VOLCANIC FIELD, NORTHERN ARIZONA
Abstract ID#: 233802

LEUDEMANN, Lauren, Department of Geology, SUNY New Paltz, 1 Hawk Drive, New Paltz, NY 12561, n02115284@hawkmail.newpaltz.edu, ORT, Michael H., Seses, Northern Arizona University, Box 4099, Flagstaff, AZ 86011, and WITTER, Molly, Department of Geosciences, Pennsylvania State University, 333 Deike Building, University Park, PA 16802

ORIGIN OF BASALT TERRACES AND HISTORY OF RIVER LOCATION, HENRYS FORK RIVER, ISLAND PARK, IDAHO
Abstract ID#: 233891

MOORE, Dan K., Department of Geology, Brigham Young University�Idaho, Rexburg, ID 83460, moored@byui.edu, EMBREE, Glenn F., Department of Geology, Brigham Young University-Idaho, Rexburg, ID 83460, and KUNTZ, Mel A., U.S. Geological Survey, Box 20546, Denver, CO 80225

HYDROVOLCANISM IN THE HIGH ROCK CALDERA, NORTHWESTERN NEVADA
Abstract ID#: 234120

RAISIS, Alyssa, Geology, California State University, Sacramento, 6000 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95819-6043, alyssa.raisis@gmail.com and HAUSBACK, Brian P., Geology, California State University, Sacramento, 6000 J Street, Sacramento, CA 958l9-6043

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 10

GSA Gold Medal Lectures

Papers:

Welcome and Introduction: Suzanne Mahlburg Kay
Abstract ID#: 234556

Donath Medal citation (Thure E. Cerling)
Abstract ID#: 234575

Donath Medal: Stories from the Field. Naomi E. Levin
Abstract ID#: 234553

Discussion
Abstract ID#: 234555

Day Medal citation (William K. Hart)
Abstract ID#: 234576

Day Medal: Understanding Earth. Richard W. Carlson
Abstract ID#: 234552

Discussion
Abstract ID#: 234557

Penrose Medal citation (Noel P. James)
Abstract ID#: 234577

Penrose Medal: Living in the Past for Half a Century: From Paleontology to Paleobiology to Geobiology. Steven M. Stanley
Abstract ID#: 234551

Discussion
Abstract ID#: 234558

Oral 1	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 1

GSA Hydrogeology Division: Henry Darcy Distinguished Lecture

Papers:

HENRY DARCY DISTINGUISHED LECTURE: MANAGING GROUNDWATER BENEATH THE AGRICULTURAL LANDSCAPE
Abstract ID#: 225487

RUDOLPH, David L., Earth & Environmental Sciences, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON N2L 3G1 Canada, drudolph@uwaterloo.ca

Oral 1	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 1

Mineralogical Society of America (MSA) Awards Lectures, Presidential Address, and Annual Business Meeting

Papers:

MSA ROEBLING MEDAL LECTURE: TOWARD A BASIS FOR THEORETICAL MINERALOGY
Abstract ID#: 224281

HAWTHORNE, Frank C., Geological Sciences, University of Manitoba, 125 Dysart Road, 240 Wallace Bldg, Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada, frank_hawthorne@umanitoba.ca

Oral 1	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 1

GSA Hydrogeology Division: Birdsall-Dreiss Distinguished Lecture

Papers:

BIRDSALL-DREISS DISTINGUISHED LECTURE: HOW DO POROUS TERRESTRIAL SURFACES CONTROL EVAPORATION INTO THE ATMOSPHERE?
Abstract ID#: 223678

OR, Dani, Department of Environmental Systems Science, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich (ETHZ), Zurich 8092 Switzerland, dani.or@env.ethz.ch

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

Volcanology

Oral 0	Poster 0	Either 0	Total 0

History and Philosophy of Geology

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