As part of its efforts to support scientific research and enhance the academic capabilities of postgraduate students, the Department of Geology and Petroleum at the College of Science, University of Mosul, organized a scientific seminar on Tuesday, 31 March 2026, delivered by Master’s student Qusay Luay Abdulghani Al-Sharif under the title:

“Sedimentary Characteristics of the Avanah Formation (Middle Eocene) Sequences in the Zawita Area / Duhok Governorate, Northern Iraq.”

The seminar was supervised by Asst. Prof. Dr. Salem Hamid Hussein, and attended by the Head of the Department, Dr. Omar Khaleq Mohammed Sajad, along with a number of faculty members and postgraduate students.

The study focused on providing a detailed description of the rock sequences of the formation through the investigation of various sedimentary features, particularly sedimentary structures due to their importance in interpreting depositional conditions. It also included petrographic analysis to identify mineralogical, textural, and compositional characteristics, in addition to micro-sedimentary structures and diagenetic processes.

Special attention was given to the study of the mixed carbonate–clastic nature of the formation in terms of its mineral and textural components and sedimentary features, aiming to reconstruct paleoenvironmental and paleoclimatic conditions. Furthermore, a facies analysis was conducted to identify sedimentary facies and group them into facies associations in order to determine depositional environments and develop an appropriate sedimentary model.

The seminar witnessed valuable discussions and an exchange of ideas and expertise, contributing to the development of scientific research skills and enhancing the academic level of postgraduate students in the College of Science.

We extend our best wishes to our dear students for continued success and achievement.

Media and Government Communication Division

Monday, 6 April 2026