Media Release

For Immediate Release

August 4, 2006

My research just rocks

A geology professor at Saint Mary’s University is receiving major support for her research from a well known petroleum research organization in the region.

Dr. Georgia Pe-Piper has been awarded $278,000.00 from Petroleum Research Atlantic Canada (PRAC). This funding will allow her to carry out an extensive research project, which is entitled, “Diagnesis of Cretaceous Rocks in the Sable Sub-Basin, Offshore Nova Scotia."

The grant is also being supported by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) of Canada, ExxonMobil, and the Geological Survey of Canada.

Saint Mary's University is known for its community outreach projects, both in Canada and around the world. Saint Mary's, founded in 1802, is home to one of Canada's leading business schools, a Science Faculty widely known for its cutting-edge research, a comprehensive and innovative Arts Faculty and a vibrant Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research.

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For More Information:

Paul Fitzgerald
Public Affairs Officer
Saint Mary's University, Public Affairs
(902) 420.5514
E-mail: paul.fitzgerald@smu.ca
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