List of members of the IUGS Executive Committees from 1961 to 2020 Past Executive Committees See the members from 2024 to 1961 2020-2024 President : J. Ludden (U.K.) Past President : Q. Cheng (China) Secretary General : S.C. Finney (U.S.A.) Treasurer : H. Kitazato (Japan) Vice Presidents : D. Cheong (Republic of Korea), H. Mouri (South Africa) Councillors : 2018-2022: S. Peppoloni (Italy), C. Mora (U.S.A.) 2020-2024: J. McKinley (U.K.), L. Stroink (Germany) 2022-2026: C. Cónsole-Gonella (Argentina) - deceased, Yamirka Rojas-Agramonte (Germany), D. Pereira (Spain) 2016-2020 President : Q. Cheng (China) Past President : R. Oberhänsli (Germany) Secretary General : S.C. Finney (U.S.A.) Treasurer : H. Kitazato (Japan) Vice Presidents : K. Asch (Germany), W. Cavazza (Italy) Councillors : 2014-2018: S. Johnston (Canada), A. Barich (Morocco) 2016-2020: B. Mapani (Nambia), E. Nickless (U.K.) 2018-2022: S. Peppoloni (Italy), C. Mora (U.S.A.) 2012-2016 President : R. Oberhänsli (Germany) Secretary General (2012-2013) : I. Lambert (Australia) Secretary General (2013-2016) : J.P. Calvo (Spain) Treasurer : Shuwen Dong (China) Vice Presidents : Y. Dilek (U.S.A.), M. Komac (Slovenia) Councillors : 2010-2014: W. Hill (USA), T. Sampat Kumar (India) 2012-2016: H. Mouri (South Africa), Y. Ogawa (Japan) 2014-2018: S. Johnston (Canada), A. Barich (Morocco) 2008-2012 President : A.C. Riccardi (Argentina) Secretary General : P.T. Bobrowsky (Canada) Treasurer : W. Cavazza (Italy) Vice Presidents : J. Charvet (France), O. Gerel (Mongolia) Councilors : 2006-2010: M. Fedonkin (Russia), M. Mantovani (Brazil) 2008-2012: E. Errami (Morocco), C. Simpson (Australia) 2010-2014: W. Hill (USA), T. Sampat Kumar (India) 2004-2008 President : Z. Hongren (China) Secretary General : P.T. Bobrowsky (Canada) Treasurer : A. Brambati (Italy) Vice Presidents : S. Haldorsen (Sweden), E. Moores (USA) Councillors : 2002-2006: J.-P. Cadet (France), A.C. Riccardi (Argentina) 2004-2008: R. Matsumoto (Japan), G. Schneider (Namibia) 2006-2010: M. Fedonkin (Russia), M. Mantovani (Brazil) 2000-2004 President : E. de Mulder (The Netherlands) Secretary General : A.C. Boriani (Italy) Treasurer : W. Janoschek (Austria) Vice Presidents : P.T. Bobrowsky (Canada), G. Gaál (Hungary), W.S. Al-Hashimi (Iraq), T. Sato (Japan), I. Nyambok (Kenya), I. Speden (New Zealand) Councillors : 2004-2008: H.K. Gupta (India), J. Plant (U.K.) 2006-2008: A.C. Riccardi (Argentina), J-P. Cadet (France) 1996-2000 President : R. Brett (U.S.A.): Secretary General : A.C. Boriani (Italy) Treasurer : Z. Johan (France), Vice Presidents : F. Herve (Chile), Liu Dunyi (China), G. Gaál (Hungary), W. Al-Hashimi (Iraq), I. Kushiro (Japan), I. Nyambok (Kenya), I. Speden (New Zealand), V.A. Zharikov (Russia) 1992-1996 President : W.S. Fyfe (Canada) Past President : U.G. Cordani (Brazil) Secretary General : R. Brett (U.S.A) Treasurer : M. Schmidt-Thome(Germany), Vice Presidents : J.F. Lovering (Australia), F. Hervé (Chile), Liu Dunyi(China), N. Petit-Maire (France), G. Kesse (Ghana), S. Uyeda (Japan) 1989-1992 President : U.G. Cordani (Brazil) Past President : W.W. Hutchison (Canada) Secretary General : R. Brett (U.S.A) Treasurer : M. Schmidt-Thome (Germany), Vice Presidents : J.F. Lovering (Australia), W.C.G. Caldwell (Canada), Zhang Bingxi (China), N. Petit-Maire (France), G. Kesse (Ghana), S. Uyeda (Japan), M. Bensaid (Morocco), V. L. Barsukov (U.S.S.R) 1984-1989 President : W.W. Hutchison (Canada) Past President : E. Seibold (F.R.G.) Secretary-General : R. Sinding-Larsen (Norway) Treasurer : J.A. Reinemund (U.S.A.) Vice Presidents : V. Cordani (Brazil), Zhang Bingxi (China), S.K. Mukerjee (India), M. Bensaid (Morocco), C.A. Kogbe (Nigeria), Z. Kielan-Jaworowska (Poland), G. Kautsky (Sweden), V.L. Barsukov (U.S.S.R.) 1980-1984 President : E. Seibold (F.R.G.) Past President : R. Trümpy (Switzerland) Secretary General : C.C. Weber (France) Treasurer : J.A. Reinemund (U.S.A.) Vice Presidents : F.F. de Almeida (Brazil), S. Sheriff (Iraq), T. Tatsumi (Japan), C.A. Kogbe (Nigeria), Z. Kielan-Jaworowska (Poland), G. Kautsky (Sweden), V.V. Menner (U.S.S.R.) 1976-1980 President : R. Trümpy (Switzerland) Past President : P.H. Abelson (U.S.A) Secretary General : W.W. Hutchison (Canada) Treasurer : K. Metz (Austria) Vice Presidents : P.F. Howard (Australia), J.E. Cudjoe (Ghana), G. Grasselly (Hungary), J. Eftekharnezhad (Iran), T. Tatsumi (Japan), G.P. Salas (Mexico), I.E. Altinli (Turkey), V.V. Menner (U.S.S.R.) 1972-1976 President : P.H. Abelson (U.S.A.) Past President : K.C. Dunham (U.K.) Secretary General : S. van der Heide (The Netherlands) Secretary General (Associate) : J. Petranek (Czechoslovakia) Treasurer : K. Metz (Austria) Vice Presidents : R. Lafitte (France), J.E. Cudjoe (Ghana), G. Grasselly (Hungary), J.A. Katili (Indonesia), G.P. Salas (Mexico), I.E. Altinli (Turkey), V.I. Smirnov (U.S.S.R.) 1968-1972 President : K.C. Dunham (U.K.) Past President : T.F.W. Barth (Norway) Secretary General : S. van der Heide (The Netherlands) Secretary General (Associate) : J. Petranek (Czechoslovakia) Treasurer : W. von Engelhardt (F.R.G. ) Vice Presidents : F. Gonzalez-Bonorino (Argentina), R.L. Lafitte (France), H. Kuno (Japan), E.R. Uhle (Poland), T.B. Nolan (U.S.A.), V.I. Smirnov (U.S.S.R.) 1964-1968 President : T.F.W. Barth (Norway) Past President : J.M. Harrison (Canada) Secretary General : W.P. van Leckwijck (Belgium) Treasurer : R. Trümpy (Switzerland) Vice Presidents : F. Gonzalez-Bonorino (Argentina), V. Zoubek (Czechoslovakia), B.C. Roy (India), R.W. Willett (New Zealand), T.B. Nolan (U.S.A.), I. Gorsky (U.S.S.R.) 1961-1964 President : J. M. Harrison (Canada) Past President : A. Noe-Nygaard (Denmark) Secretary General : T. Sorgenfrei (Denmark) Treasurer : J.A. Dons (Norway) Vice Presidents : J. Lombard (France), B.C. Roy (India), T. Kobayashi (Japan), L. Hawkes (U.K.), I. Gorsky (U.S.S.R.) Chairman of the Constitutive Assembly : Noe-Nygaard (Denmark)

More information on the Task Group on Isotope Geology and Geochronology (TGIG) Task Group on Isotope Geology and Geochronology (TGIG) The TGIG focusses on the evaluation of papers pertaining to Isotope Geology and Geochronology. Their objective is the definition of a set of recommendations regarding the isotopic compositions and the half-lives of radioactive isotopes, mainly, but not exclusively, for elements used by the geological community for geochronology For more information, contact: Chair: Igor M. Villa Leader, Isotope Geology and Geochronology, Institut für Geologie Baltzerstrasse 3, CH 3012 Bern, Switzerland Email: igor@geo.unibe.ch Secretary General: Paul R. Renne Leader, Isotope Geology and Geochronology, Berkeley Geochronology Centre 2455 Ridge Road, Berkeley, Berkeley CA 94709, USA Email: prenne@bgc.org

In order to promote gender equality in science, IUGS joined the Standing Committee for Gender Equality in Science (SCGES) with a representative and a deputy. SCGES was supported by the International Science Council (ISC) from 2017 to 2019. UNESCO Lecture Series Earth Materials for a Sustainable and Thriving Society A IUGS and iCRAG collaboration. UNESCO Earth sciences team organized these lectures between 26 January and 09 March 2021 with more than 4000 registrations from 145 countries. Recordings and materials are available on the iCRAG website . Minerals and other Earth materials are a key component in the development of a sustainable global society, providing essential raw materials for technologies and economic growth while respecting the natural world. This programme of lectures, designed for a global audience, will provide diverse perspectives on Earth materials and their role in society. Leading natural scientists, social scientists, and educators will look at how Earth materials are critical to a sustainable future and how the minerals sector, adhering to best practices, can contribute to society in a socially and environmentally positive way. The lectures will be delivered in webinar format by recognized global experts who will frame their presentations in the context of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The Series will boost knowledge of Earth materials and contribute to better informed local, regional, and international discussions. The lectures will be freely accessible and will be archived for later online access. The Lecture Series is sponsored by UNESCO, the only United Nations organization with a mandate to support research and capacity building in the Earth Sciences. The Series supports the vision of UNESCO’s International Geoscience Programme for efficient, safe, sustainable and renewable natural resources exploration and extraction. SESSIONS Earth materials: the foundation for development Climate neutrality, the circular economy, and earth materials The neglected minerals and materials of development Mineral extraction and communities Suppliers, consumers, and the global minerals supply chain Earth materials and a sustainable future Closing remarks by UNESCO representative. Dates 26 January - 09 March 2021 Languages All sessions will be conducted in English with live captioning in French, Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, Swahili, and Hindi. Download the information flyer: English French Spanish Portuguese Website www.icrag-centre.org/news-and-media/conferences-and-events/earthmaterialssustainability.html Queries about the series unescolectures@icrag-centre.org Media partners AGI - American Geosciences Institute SEG - Society of Economic Geologists IAPG - International Association for Promoting Geoethics ODH - Ore Deposits Hub

List of books published by the IUGS - International Commission on Geoheritage IUGS-ICG Books The main activity of the International Commission on Geoheritage (ICG) is the selection and recognition of Geological Heritage Sites, Heritage Stones and Geo-collections that have exceptional scientific value or made an important contribution to the geological sciences and related development of human culture. All designated Sites, Stones and Geocollections are being compiled in high quality coffee table books, which can be downloaded for free. This is the IUGS-ICG main legacy. If you want to have this special collection you can order your nice coffee table book through the IUGS-ICG online shop . The books will be shipped to you within a few days. The First 100 IUGS Geological Heritage Sites “The First 100 IUGS Geological Heritage Sites” is a 60th anniversary spectacular souvenir that the IUGS wants to share with the global community of geoscientists and with all people worldwide. This collaborative achievement is authored by 485 experts from more than 40 countries. It is a unique milestone that unified the scientific community and opened the way for the IUGS recognition of those sites that are essential for the development of Geological Sciences. The Second 100 IUGS Geological Heritage Sites “The Second 100 IUGS Geological Heritage Sites” is the continuation of the spectacular collection of sites listed in the “The First 100” (2022). More than 400 experts and authors from 60 different nations participated. The list of sites is as impressive as The First 100, includes 8 new countries, and covers geological disciplines that were less represented in the first book. The First 55 IUGS Heritage Stones “The First 55 IUGS Heritage Stones” compiles the work of the Heritage Stones group during the last 10 years. Many cities, iconic monuments and cultures across the world are strongly influenced by a specific stone. The first 55 IUGS Heritage Stones are here presented for the appreciation of those who take interest in the history and nature of human stone use. DOWNLOAD (free) DOWNLOAD (free) DOWNLOAD (free) BUY BUY

Task Group on Submarine Geohazards (TGSG), Task Group on Isotope Geology and Geochronology (TGIG), Task Group on Igneous Rocks (TGIR) Task Groups IUGS Task Groups are short-term formal bodies that address project-oriented activities with a prescribed structure under the direction of the Executive Committee. Click on the boxes to learn about each of the IUGS Task Groups. You will be redirected to their website. Task Group on Isotope Geology and Geochronology (TGIG) TGIG’s objective is the definition of a set of recommendations regarding the isotopic compositions and the half-lives of radioactive isotopes, mainly, but not exclusively, for elements used by the geological community for geochronology. Task Group on Submarine Geohazards (TGSG) TGSG targets the full spectrum of submarine geohazards that impact people’s lives and critical infrastructures. TGSG works with industry partners to identify and address key knowledge gaps, as well as providing a global map of submarine geohazard risks and creating guidelines for assessing various submarine geohazard risks pertaining to emerging energy transitions.

Geoscience organizations affiliated to the IUGS: full list Affiliated Organizations An Affiliated Organisation is an international, non-governmental, scientific, autonomous organisation that has obtained affiliation with the Union for the representation of scientific interests and, through the Union in the International Council for Science, for collaboration in arranging scientific meetings, and for planning and undertaking geoscience activities. Click on the images to learn about each IUGS Affiliated Organization. You will be redirected to their website. African Association of Women in Geosciences (AAWG) AAWG’s objectives include promoting the advancement of scientific and technological knowledge in the geosciences, disseminating information on scientific and technical research and discoveries, promoting public understanding of the role of geosciences in Africa’s development and establishing and maintaining relations between African scientists and the international scientific community amongst others. American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG) AAPG has been a pillar of the worldwide scientific community. The original purpose of AAPG, to foster scientific research, to advance the science of geology, to promote technology, and to inspire high professional conduct, still guides the Association today. AAPG provides publications, conferences, and educational opportunities to geoscientists and disseminates the most current geological information available to the general public. American Geosciences Institute (AGI) AGI represents and serves the geoscience community by providing collaborative leadership and information to connect Earth, science, and people. The Institute provides information services to geoscientists, serves as a voice of shared interests in our profession, plays a major role in strengthening geoscience education, and strives to increase public awareness of the vital role the geosciences play in society’s prosperity, use of resources, resilience to natural hazards, and the health of the planet. American Geophysical Union (AGU) AGU is a global community supporting more than half a million advocates and professionals in the Earth and space sciences. Through broad and inclusive partnerships, AGU aims to advance discovery and solution science that accelerate knowledge and create solutions that are ethical, unbiased and respectful of communities and their values. Their programs include serving as a scholarly publisher, convening virtual and in-person events and providing career support. Arab Geologists Association (AGA) AGA is a non-governmental pan-Arab geological organization founded in 1975 by geological commissions, i.e., geologists unions, geological societies, representing nine Arab countries: Egypt, Palestine, Morocco, Jordan, Libya, Sudan, Lebanon, Tunisia and Iraq. Organizations of geologists in Syria and Yemen joined the Association shortly after. Association Internationale pour l'Etude des Argiles (AIPEA) AIPEA’s aim is the worldwide promotion of clay research and technology and of international cooperation in clay research and technology. The tools to achieve this, their goals are: international clay conferences, stimulation of excellent young clay scientists, rewarding of active clay scientists with a brilliant career in clay research, and stimulation of communication along clay researchers and technologists. Association of Applied Geochemists (AAG) AAG is an international geoscience organisation of professionals in industry, academia and government with a principal focus on mineral exploration and the associated fields of environment and analysis. They promote the advancement of knowledge through their international journal, newsletter, regular symposia, and sponsorship of students. Canadian Federation of Earth Sciences (CFES) CFES is an umbrella organization that represents a federation of Earth Science societies and associations across Canada. We represent about 15 000 Earth scientists in industry, government and academia. CFES advocates on behalf of the Canadian Earth Science community with government, the public, and the international Earth Science community. Carpathian Balkan Geological Association (CBGA) CBGA is a non-governmental, international scientific, non-political and non-profit-making union of geoscientists working in the Carpathian-Balkan mountains’ region and the surrounding areas. The aim of CBGA is to promote and encourage collaborative cross-border fundamental and applied geological research, as well as training and specialization in the Carpathian-Balkan realm. Circum-Pacific Council for Energy and Mineral Resources (CPC) CPC was founded in 1972 as a cooperative organization between USGS and industry to improve upon scientific communication and exchange of information about geology and natural resources of the Pacific Basin and surrounding land regions. Commission for the Geological Map of the World (CCGM) CCGM is responsible for the design, promotion, coordination, preparation and publication of small-scale Earth science maps of the continents, major regions of the globe, oceans, according to various themes. In accordance with its mission, the CGMW wants to play a leading role in the use and dissemination of digital mapping techniques and in the search for international standards. Deutsche Geologische Gesellschaft - Geologische Vereinigung (DGGV) DGGV is an international, non-profit organization in the geosciences with over 3500 members from more than 64 countries. Earth Science Matters (ESM) ESM Foundation is an international, a-political and non-profit organisation that informs the public about the great value of knowledge of the Earth for the well-being of future generations and promotes science-based solutions for Earth-related problems. ESM particularly focuses on the youth, on politicians, opinion leaders, key persons in science and industry, fellow geoscientists and other decision makers. EuroGeoSurveys (EGS) EGS’ mission is to enable sustainable and responsible use of the Earth’s subsurface environment and resources. Their vision is to create the Geological Service for Europe as the scientific reference partner of the EU, delivering knowledge of the Earth’s subsurface environment and resources as the foundation of a sustainable future for Europe. European Association of Science Editors (EASE) EASE is an international community of editors from diverse backgrounds, linguistic traditions and professional experience who share a passion of science and scholarly communication, editing and publishing. We welcome members from around the world and in all related disciplines. Their mission is to improve the global standard and quality of science editing, by promoting the value of science editors and supporting professional development, research, and collaboration. European Federation of Geologists (EFG) EFG is a not‐for‐profit organisation instituted to ensure competent and ethical practice among geoscientists in Europe while representing the profession across the continent. EFG aims to be recognised as an independent, trustworthy and reliable international organisation that contributes to the protection of the environment, public safety and the responsible use of natural resources. European Geoparks Network (EGN) The main objective of EGN is the cooperation between Geoparks and the protection of geological heritage and the promotion of sustainable development of their territories in Europe. The purpose of this general designation was to share information and expertise, as well as definition of common tools. European Mineralogical Union (EMU) EMU is an international scientific organization. Its objective is to further European cooperation in the Mineralogical Sciences (mineralogy, petrology, geochemistry and their applications). EMU represents most European mineralogical societies and supports their activities with the aim to foster collaboration and organises a series of Schools focused on fundamental topics for mineralogy and allied sciences amongst other activities. Geochemical Society (GS) GS is a nonprofit scientific society founded to encourage the application of geochemistry to improving our understanding of the Earth and solar system. Membership is international and diverse in background, encompassing such fields as organic geochemistry, high and low-temperature geochemistry, petrology, meteoritics, fluid-rock interaction, and isotope geochemistry. Geological Association of Canada (GAC) GAC is a national multi-disciplinary geoscience organization with representatives in all Canadian Territories and Provinces as well as the United States, Europe and other parts of the world. It makes significant contributions to the promotion and development of the geological sciences in Canada through publications, awards, conferences, meetings and exhibitions. Geological Society of America (GSA) GSA is a global scientific society with members from academia, government, and industry. Through its meetings, publications, and programs, GSA enhances the professional growth of geoscientists at all career levels, encourages cooperative research among earth, life, planetary, and social scientists, fosters public dialogue on geoscience issues, and promotes the geosciences in the service of humankind. Geological Society of India (GSI) GSI is a professional body of geologists who are dedicated to the promotion of advanced study and research in all branches of Indian Geology. Earth Systems Science is an interdisciplinary field that studies the interactions and feedbacks among the physical, chemical, biological, and human components of the Earth system. Geology for Global Development (GfGD) GfGD advocates for the integration of geoscience into sustainable development at international forums, and are working to reshape the global geology community to better serve society. They develop and support programmes to improve lives and livelihoods in the Global South, through access to geological science, and provide geologists with the skills to make an effective and positive contribution to sustainable development. International Association for Engineering Geology and the Environment (IAEG) IAEG was founded in 1964 and is affiliated to IUGS. It is a worldwide scientific society. They aim to: to promote and encourage the advancement of Engineering Geology through technological activities and research, to improve teaching and training in Engineering Geology, and to collect, evaluate and disseminate the results of engineering geological activities on a worldwide basis International Association for Mathematical Geosciences (IAMG) The mission of the IAMG is to promote, worldwide, the advancement of mathematics, statistics and informatics in the Geosciences. IAMG is committed to efforts promoting diversity, inclusion, fairness, impartiality and democracy.

More information on the IUGS website and social media accounts. Website & Social Media The IUGS website is both an informative tool and an archive of IUGS activities, events and news. On it, you can find out information about upcoming events in the Geosciences, read the E-Bulletin and other publications (such as the "The First 100 IUGS Geological Heritage Sites" series) and find out more about IUGS activities such as the International Geological Congress (IGC) and its scientific commissions , task groups , initiatives and joint programs . The IUGS social media accounts are ways to interact instantaneously with the IUGS community and to share relevant events or articles with the community. You can follow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, BlueSky, Mastodon, and YouTube to stay up-to-date with the latest IUGS activity. Follow us on social media If you have any requests to add a geoscience event to the IUGS website or IUGS social media pages to promote your event, please contact us by either: emailing the webmaster filling out this form Pease note: this does not guarantee posting, as the request will need to be reviewed to ensure suitability.

Find out more about Calgary and Canada, which is where the next IGC will take place in 2028. Next IGC: Calgary 2028 The next IGC, the 38th International Geological Congress, will take place in Calgary, Canada, in 2028. It was announced at the 37th IGC in Busan, South Korea, in 2024. When? 12-20 August 2028 Where? BMO Centre, Calgary, Canada Website: www.igc2028canada.org Trilobite Fossil, Burgess Shale, Canada by Murdoch McKinnon Hutchison Young Scientists Foundation Travel Grant The Hutchison Young Scientist Foundation promotes the professional growth of deserving and meritorious young scientists from around the world by supporting their participation in important IUGS-sponsored conferences. For more information about the Foundation, click here . Calls for applications will be announced prior to the conferences for any who wish to apply. Applications for the 38th International Geological Congress are not yet open. Please check again soon.

Minutes of the Ordinary Sessions of the IUGS-IGC Council. Minutes of the Ordinary Sessions of the IUGS-IGC Council IUGS-IGC council minutes 5th Ordinary Session Busan, South Korea 28 - 29 August 2024 Download 2nd Ordinary Session Lillestrom, Norway 06 - 10 August 2008 Download 4th Ordinary Session Cape Town, South Africa 31 Aug - 01 Sept 2016 Download 1st Ordinary Session Florence, Italy 25 - 26 August 2004 Download 3rd Ordinary Session Brisbane, Australia 05 - 09 August 2012 Download

IUGS' Governing Bodies, including the Executive Committee, Council and Nominating Committee Governing Bodies EC Executive Committee (EC) The Executive Committee (EC) is made up of officers of the Union elected by the Council to carry out the administration of the Union from the close of an ordinary session until the close of the next, under the general direction of the Council. The current committee will run from 2024-2028 and was elected at the 5th Ordinary Session at the 37th IGC in Busan, South Korea, in 2024. President (2024-2028) Prof. Hassina Mouri Location Dept. of Geology, University of Johannesburg, P.O. Box 524, Auckland Park 2006, Kingsway & University (APK Campus), Johannesburg, South Africa Phone +27 011 559 470 Mail hmouri@uj.ac.za Secretary General (2024-2028) Dr. Ludwig Stroink Location GFZ Helmholtz Centre for Geosciences, Telegrafenberg, D-14473 Potsdam, Germany Phone +49 172 385 4762 Mail gs_iugs@gfz-potsdam.de Treasurer (2024-2028) Emeritus Prof. David Cohen Location School of Biological, Earth & Environmental SciencesUniversity of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW 2052, Australia Phone +61 408 493 208 Mail d.cohen@unsw.edu.au Vice President (2024-2028) Prof. Marko Komac Location Consultant at Marko Komac s.p. INTRAW Board Member (Treasurer) Assoc. Prof. at University of Nova Gorica, Slovenia Ljubljana, Slovenia Mail m.komac@telemach.net Vice President (2024-2028) Prof. Maria Rose Petrizzo Location Department of Earth Sciences, University of Milan via Mangiagalli 34, 20133, Milan, Italy Phone +39 02 50315531 Mail mrose.petrizzo@unimi.it Councillor (2022-2026) Prof. Lola Pereira Location Department of Geology, University of Salamanca, 37008 Salamanca, Spain Mail mdp@usal.es Councillor (2022-2026) Prof Yamirka Rojas-Agramonte Location Institut für Geowissenschaften, Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg, Im Neuenheimer Feld 236 D-69120 Heidelberg, Germany Phone +49 6221 54-8206 Mail yamirka.rojas@geow.uni-heidelberg.de Councillor (2024-2028) Dr. Farnoosh Farjandi Location Deputy Director General of Regional Mineral Exploration Office Geological Survey of Iran Meraj Blvd., District 9, Tehran, Iran Mail f.farjandi@gsi.ir Mail farnooshfarjandi@gmail.com Councillor (2024-2028) Dr. Wei Jun Zhao Location Shenyang Center, China Geological Survey 280 Huanghebei Ave. Huanggu Dist., Shenyang, China Phone +86-24-81847091 Mail wilsonwjz@outlook.com Read minutes of past EC meetings here . The Council The Council The Council is the governing body of IUGS and controls all activities of the Union. Delegates of the Council are nominated by the Adhering Organizations. Further members (without voting rights) are the Chair or designated representative of each of the Commissions and all members of the Executive Committee. Representatives of Affiliated Organisations and other GeoUnions can be invited to the Council meetings. The Council is chaired by the President of the Union and meets in ordinary sessions normally held every four years during the International Geological Congress. For most matters requiring resolution by the IUGS, as well as the election of the Executive Committee to manage the IUGS's affairs, each Active Adhering Member has one vote. However, for financial matters and the selection of the host venue for the IGC, Active Adhering Members hold between one and eight votes, depending on their category . Read minutes of past IUGS-IGC council meetings here .

Find out more about the IGC, its history and where previous congresses have taken place. About the International Geological Congress (IGC) The International Geological Congress (IGC) is the flagship event of IUGS. It has been held since 1878 and attracts several thousand participants globally. The IGC takes place every four years at a venue selected by the IUGS Council during the IUGS General Assembly. It's is a non-profit scientific and educational organization. The main purpose of the Congress is to encourage the advancement of fundamental and applied research in the Earth sciences world-wide. History of the International Geological Congresses A Brief History of the International Geological Congress Giovanni Capellini and the origin of the International Geological Congress 1875 - 1900 1878: The 1st International Geological Congress, Paris, France 1881: The 2nd International Geological Congress, Bologna, Italy 1885: The 3rd International Geological Congress, Berlin, Germany 1888: The 4th International Geological Congress, London, UK 1891: The 5th International Geological Congress, Washington, USA 1894: The 6th International Geological Congress, Zurich, Switzerland 1897: The 7th International Geological Congress, Russia/ USSR 1900: The 8th International Geological Congress, Paris, France 1900 - 1925 1900: The 8th International Geological Congress, Paris, France 1903: The 9th International Geological Congress, Vienna, Austria 1906: The 10th International Geology Congress, Mexico City, Mexico 1910: The 11th International Geological Congress, Stockholm, Sweden 1913: The 12th International Geological Congress, Toronto, Canada 1922: The 13th International Geological Congress, Brussels, Belgium 1925 - 1950 1926: The 14th International Geological Congress, Madrid, Spain 1929: The 15th International Geological Congress, Pretoria, South Africa 1933: The 16th International Geological Congress, Washington, USA 1937: The 17th International Geological Congress, Russia/USSR 1948: The 18th International Geological Congress, London, UK 1950 - 1975 1952: The 19th International Geological Congress, Algiers, Algeria 1956: The 20th International Geological Congress, Mexico City, Mexico 1960: The 21st International Geological Congress, Norden, Denmark 1964: The 22nd International Geological Congress, New Delhi, India 1968: The 23rd International Geological Congress, Prague, Czech Republic 1972: The 24th International Geological Congress, Montréal, Canada 1975 - 2000 1976: The 25th International Geological Congress, Sydney, Australia 1980: The 26th International Geological Congress, Paris, France 1984: The 27th International Geological Congress, Russia 1989: The 28th International Geological Congress, Washington, USA 1992: The 29th International Geological Congress, Kyoto, Japan 1996: The 30th International Geological Congress, Beijing, China 2000: The 31st International Geological Congress, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil 2000 - 2025 2000: The 31st International Geological Congress, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil 2004: The 32nd International Geological Congress, Florence, Italy 2008: The 33rd International Geological Congress, Oslo, Norway 2012: The 34th International Geological Congress, Brisbane, Australia 2016: The 35th International Geological Congress, Cape Town 2022: The 36th International Geological Congress, Delhi, India (postponed from 2020 due to COVID-19) 2024: The 37th International Geological Congress, Busan, Republic of Korea Past International Geological Congresses Expand the dates below to see where past IGCs took place and click on the links to read the reports.

IUGS Episodes, Journal of International Geoscience (pISSN 0705-3797, eISSN 2586-1298), is a quarterly journal of the International Union of Geological Sciences (IUGS) . Episodes School of Earth & Environmental Sciences, Seoul National University, Republic of Korea sungklee@snu.ac.kr Department of Geology, Kangwon National University, Republic of Korea hydroqueen@kangwon.ac.kr Editor-in-Chief: Sung Keun Lee Episodes is IUGS' Quarterly Scientific Journal, published in Seoul, Korea. In circulation since 1978, Episodes is an international and interdisciplinary open access and free publication journal that covers all geoscience disciplines. Our aim is to encourage geoscientist to publish their experimental and theoretical researches. If you have any queries, please contact: Location Mail Location Mail Managing editor: Heejung Kim Visit the website , or read the latest articles below.