ABSTRACT SUBMISSION DATE EXTENDED TO 29 FEBRUARYThe Scientific Programme Committee of the 35TH IGC invites authors to submit their abstracts.
The deadline for abstract submission has been extended: Monday 29 February at midnight, UTC/GMT +2 hours.
For details and submissions: http://www.35igc.org/Verso/211/Submit-an-Abstract
Biennial AL DU TOIT MEMORIAL LECTURE
arranged through the Geological Society of South Africa.
Prof Chris Hawkesworth (University Of Bristol)
BREACHING THE BOUNDARIES BETWEEN SCIENCE AND PROFESSION – AN IMPERATIVE FOR GEOSCIENCE IN THE SERVICE OF SOCIETY
Ms Ruth Allington (GWP Consultants)
AFRICA – HUMANS AND THE GLOBAL CLIMATE
Prof Bob Scholes (University Of The Witwatersrand)
MINING INDUSTRY AND SOCIETY – THE NEW CHALLENGING FRONTIER
Prof Michel Jebrak (University Of Quebec, Montreal)
AFRICA ALIVE CORRIDORS – A 4 BILLION YEAR GEOLOGICAL, BIOLOGICAL AND CULTURAL BIOGRAPHY OF AFRICA
Dr John Anderson (Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University)
DRILLING BENEATH THE HYPE – TECHNICAL CHALLENGES FOR THE EXPLORATION OF SHALE GAS
Prof Joe Cartwright (University Of Oxford)
GRAND CHALLENGES IN THE MINERAL LIFE CYCLE
Prof Thomas Graedel (Yale University)
DAMAGING EARTHQUAKES IN AFRICA – THEIR SEISMOTECTONIC BACKGROUND AND SEISMIC HAZARD IMPLICATIONS
Prof. Mustafa Meghraoui (Strasburg University)
Workshop and short course registration opened on 25 January 2016. Hosted over two days, immediately prior to start of the Congress (27-28 August 2016). 2-, 1- or halfday offerings may encompass, but will not be limited to, conference themes.
Booking for non-registered congress attendees will open 1 June.
For details and bookings: http://www.35igc.org/Verso/210/Professional-Development-Workshops-Short-Courses
We will be launching the “Geoheritage of Africa” book comprising forty four chapters which aims to expose the wealth of geological heritage sites that could support Geotourism through recognition as Geosites or as part of Geoparks.
The book “Mineral Fields of Africa” comprising twenty four chapters will highlight the mineral resources of Africa. Half the conference papers will be published in a special, 35TH IGC edition of the IUGS journal, Episodes. The remaining papers will be published as a special issue of the Geological Society of South Africa journal, South African Journal of Geology.
Queries: Genevieve Pearson
A special issue of ten stamps and two first day covers will be released by the South African Philatelic Bureau for the 35TH IGC. These stamps will feature the most impressive geological superlatives in South Africa and will commemorate the third IGC to be held on the African Continent.
For details: http://www.35igc.org/Verso/173/Field-Trips
Do you need assistance to attend the 35TH IGC? Are you a young scientist? Have you applied for the GeoHost program?
For details and applications: http://www.35igc.org/Verso/41/GeoHost
Application closes: 29 February 2016
Early Bird Registration is open until 1 June 2016.
Register here: http://www.35igc.org/Verso/60/Registration
We have an exciting selection of day tours for accompanying persons – all bookings must be booked via the conference website to qualify for these preferential tour rates. Registered delegates may book using their current profile.
Book here: http://www.35igc.org/Verso/60/Registration
We have negotiated preferential rates for registered conference attendees – all bookings must be booked via Appointed Housing Agent to qualify for these reduced rates.
Book here: http://www.35igc.org/Accommodation
We have negotiated preferential rates for conference attendees – all bookings must be booked via the conference website to qualify for these preferential tour rates. Registered delegates may book using their current profile.
Book here: http://www.35igc.org/Verso/216/Tours
The Organizing Committee would like to extend to you an invitation to participate in the conference by sponsoring.
For details: http://www.35igc.org/Verso/45/Sponsors
Support here: https://www.allevents.co.za/ei/getdemo.ei?id=358&s=_4MG10LNEI
The Organising Committee of the 35TH International Geological Congress extends an invitation to you to participate in exhibiting at the congress.
For details: http://www.35igc.org/Verso/44/Exhibitors-Advertisers
Preferential rates for 35TH IGC delegates/exhibitors have been negotiated on South African Airways during travel dates 5 August to 30 September 2016 and Emirates Airline during travel dates 22 August 2016 to 9 September 2016.
On payment of your registration fees you will receive promotional codes for website booking.
Register here: http://www.35igc.org/Verso/60/Registration
Greg Botha
Secretary General
Danie Barnardo
Secretariat
Juanita van Wyk
Secretariat
