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The National Institute of Geological Sciences Research Symposium (NIGSCON) serves as a cornerstone of professional discourse, held regularly to provide an esteemed platform to feature the latest research findings, dynamic developments, and nascent trends across a spectrum of geoscientific disciplines. The symposium's purview encompasses a comprehensive array of subjects, including but not limited to petrography, geochemistry, mineral and energy resources, tectonics, geophysics, stratigraphy, paleontology, surface processes, and geological hazards.
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The National Institute of Geological Sciences brings you the 20th NIGS Research Symposium with the theme “GEODIVERSITY: Understanding Foundations, Preserving Heritage, Shaping the Future” this October 23-24, 2025.
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This year’s NIGSCon aims to highlight research on the richness of Earth’s materials, processes, and landscapes, and their role in sustaining life, culture, and resilience, and will feature the latest research findings, developments, and emerging trends in petrography, geochemistry, mineral and energy resources, tectonics, stratigraphy, paleontology, surface processes, and geological hazards.
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The geoscientific community is eager to hear about your research! Submit your abstracts through the link: https://tinyurl.com/NIGSCon2025AbstractSubmission on or before September 29, 2025.
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Registration is FREE! Pre-register at https://tinyurl.com/NIGSCon2025Registration
PROGRAM
NIGSCON 2025
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
Dr. Betchaida Payot
CHAIR
Mariz Alcancia
Sandra Donna Catugas
Alexander Keihl Magtoto
Hannah May Rufino
Kenneth Jan Sangalang
Lou Jerlene Tabor
SECRETARIAT AND LOGISTICS
Nikko Balanial
Lyndon Nawanao, Jr.
Andrew Exequiel Tabilog
Toby Vergara
Miguel Joven Villanueva
SCIENTIFIC PROGRAM
Dr. Gabriel Theophilus Valera
STUDENT AWARDS​
Bea Marie Medina
Jyll Radbert Botardo
Jhonard John Garcia
Paula Mae Jatulan
Angela Nicole Masongsong
Dr. John Dale Dianala
WEBSITE AND PUBLICITY
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