Peter P Flaig

Peter P Flaig is a Research Associate Professor at the Bureau of Economic Geology, Jackson School of Geosciences, The University of Texas at Austin. His research focuses on clastic sedimentology, paleoenvironmental reconstruction, and Arctic geology with field projects in Antarctica, Alaska, Texas, and Canada. He specializes in integrating sedimentology, ichnology, and remote sensing techniques to study fluvial, deltaic, and coastal systems. Current research includes Late Paleozoic-Mesozoic Antarctic stratigraphy, Cretaceous Western Interior Seaway dynamics, and Permian Basin reservoir characterization.

Education details are not explicitly stated, though his extensive fieldwork and publications indicate advanced geological training. His work emphasizes high-resolution outcrop studies, geocellular modeling, and digital preservation of geological data. Collaborative projects involve interdisciplinary teams analyzing sediment dispersal, tectonic influences, and paleoclimate dynamics. Field locations include the Transantarctic Mountains, North Slope Alaska, and the Book Cliffs of Utah.

Research highlights include reconstructing Arctic Cretaceous hydrology via stable isotopes, evaluating Permian-Triassic boundary environmental shifts in Antarctica, and applying GigaPan and LiDAR for outcrop analysis. He maintains active engagement in oil and gas reservoir studies through the Bureau of Economic Geology. No formal awards are listed, but his prolific publication record reflects recognition in sedimentology and paleoenvironmental research.

Advising and grants are not explicitly detailed, though his involvement in workshops (e.g., Wilcox Group Core Workshop) suggests mentorship roles. Laboratory and field teams collaborate on projects like the Sego-Neslen Formation transition study and Arctic stratigraphic analysis. His photography and digital imaging work enhances geological data accessibility, particularly in remote regions.