Dr. Kevin Burke, University of Houston (IMAGE) University of Houston Caption Kevin Burke, geology professor with the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics at the University of Houston, has been awarded the 2007 Penrose Medal by the Geological Society of America. Geologists from around the world are considered for the Penrose Medal, which is given for outstanding achievements in original research. Previous winners include professors from Stanford University, the University of Oxford and fellow UH professor John Dewey. Credit Photo courtesy of the UH College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.