SEG 2013: Geoscience for Discovery
A major economic geology conference focusing on research that leads to improved exploration concepts, technologies, and mineral discovery. Features keynote speakers, technical sessions, poster presentations, field trips, and professional development short courses.
SEG 2013: Geoscience for Discovery represents one of the premier gatherings in economic geology, bringing together leading researchers, exploration professionals, and industry executives for four days of intensive technical exchange. The conference is strategically designed to bridge the gap between cutting-edge geoscience research and practical exploration applications, with a clear focus on discovery-oriented methodologies that can advance mineral exploration success rates. The technical program features world-renowned keynote speakers including Tom Albanese, former CEO of Rio Tinto, renowned economic geologist Richard Sillitoe, and other industry luminaries who will share insights on the latest developments in exploration concepts and technologies. The conference structure maximizes learning opportunities through multiple formats: formal technical presentations during three main program days, interactive poster sessions that encourage detailed discussions, hands-on field trips that provide practical geological context, and specialized short courses led by industry experts. Five professional development courses are offered, covering diverse topics relevant to modern economic geology practice, with limited enrollment ensuring intimate learning environments. The social program is designed to facilitate meaningful networking among the global community of economic geologists, providing unique opportunities for collaboration and knowledge transfer between academic institutions and industry organizations. This event serves as a crucial platform for disseminating breakthrough research, sharing successful exploration case studies, and fostering the professional relationships that drive innovation in mineral discovery.