First Circular & Call for Papers - IGCP-589

The 4th International Symposium of the
International Geosciences Programme Project 589
October 26 - November 1, 2015
Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
First Circular & Call for Papers
Invitation & Aims
The International Programme (IGCP) Project 589 has served as a platform for geosciences
students and professionals to present their innovative research. The breadth and depth of the
technical sessions are international in scope and span across multiple geosciences
disciplines.
The evolution of the Tethyan Ocean has long been investigated yet remains far from being
fully understood. The IGCP 589 project is thus aimed to explore more constraints on the
interpretation of the development of the Asian Tethyan Realm and to unite experienced and
young professionals who have been working in related subjects. To illuminate the history of
the Tethys, scientific approaches and techniques of different disciplines are to be employed,
such as tectonics, paleogeography, paleontology, stratigraphy, sedimentology, structural
geology, petrology, geochemistry, paleomagnetism, and geophysics. Continued investigation
is the only way to reach more appropriate explanations and to gradually approach the truth.
The 4th International Symposium of IGCP 589 will be held at Chulalongkorn University in
Bangkok, Thailand on October 26 - November 1, 2015. The symposium will provide an
opportunity for participants to present their recent work and discuss complicated problems
related to the development of the Asian Tethyan Realm. In addition to technical sessions, the
post-symposium excursion - geological history of Northern Thailand - presents a unique
opportunity to examine geological structures closely related to the development of Tethys in
Thailand. The 4th IGCP 589 symposium is undoubtedly the place to explore, discuss, and
understand where our geosciences community is headed.
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IGCP 589 Project Leaders
Dr. Jin Xiaochi
Institute of Geology, Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences, China
Dr. Katsumi Ueno
Fukuoka University, Japan
Dr. Graciano Yumul Jr.
Department of Science and Technology, Philippines
Dr. Pol Chaodumrong
Department of Mineral Resources, Thailand
More information, please visit http://igcp589.cags.ac.cn/
Symposium Organizing Committee
Department of Geology, Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
Chairman
Dr. Thasinee Charoentitirat
Organizing Committee
Dr. Punya Charusiri
Dr. Thanawat Jarupongsakul
Dr. Sombat Yumuang
Dr. Montri Choowong
Dr. Chakkaphan Sutthirat
Dr. Thanop Thitimakorn
Dr. Srilert Chotpantara
Dr. Pitsanupong Kanjanapayont
Dr. Santi Pailoplee
Dr. Vichai Chutakositkanon
Dr. Kruawun Jankaew
Dr. Akkaneewut Chabangborn
Dr. Waruntorn Kanitpanyacharoen
Dr. Sumet Phantuwongraj
Dr. Abhisit Salam
Dr. Sukonmeth Jitmahantakul
Dr. Sakonwan Chawchai
For any inquiries, please contact: Dr. Waruntorn Kanitpanyacharoen
Email: admin@igcp589bangkok.org Tel: (+66)2-218-5442 Fax: (+66)2-218-5464
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Important Dates and Venues
Technical sessions, both poster and oral presentations, will be held at Chulalongkorn
University in Bangkok, Thailand. In addition to technical sessions, the symposium offers postsymposium field excursion and networking opportunities for all participants.
Event
Date
First Circular announcement
Mar 15, 2015
Second Circular announcement
May 15, 2015
Final Circular announcement
Sep 15, 2015
Technical sessions
Oct 26 - 27, 2015
(Poster and oral presentations)
Post-symposium field excursion
Oct 28 - Nov 1, 2015
(Northern Thailand)
Registration Rates
Event
Fee per person
Registration deadline
(by 12:00 AM ICT)
Technical sessions
(including admission fee, meals,
refreshments, and symposium
handbook)
Post-symposium field excursion
Regular registration: $200
Aug 31, 2015
Student registration: $150*
$550
Aug 31, 2015
(including meals, refreshments,
domestic flights, local transportation,
accommodation**, and excursion
guidebook)
* Only full-time students in undergraduate and graduate levels are eligible for the student registration.
A verification of student status must be approved by a professor upon registration. Registration
information will be provided in the Second Circular.
** Accommodation fee is based on a shared twin room. A single room may be requested with an
additional charge of $30 per night. Details of accommodation and payment will be published in the
Second Circular.
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Abstract and Manuscript Submission
Participants who wish to give oral and/or poster presentation must submit an abstract of their
presentation. Detailed information of the abstract format will be announced in the Second
Circular. The deadline for abstract submission is August 31, 2015.
Support Program
Based on annual funding from UNESCO/IUGS for IGCP 589, the project will extend the
support (mainly registration fee and accommodation during the symposium) to a small
number of participants from developing countries, who meet the following demands: 1) submit
abstract before the deadline and 2) participate in the symposium. Please be aware of that this
support normally does not cover international airfare and excursion fee. Please contact Dr. Jin
Xiaochi (jinxchi@sina.com or jinxchi@cags.ac.cn) for the application of the support.
Visa
Participants who need to apply for entry visa to Thailand must contact the organizing
committee at admin@igcp589bangkok.org for an official invitation letter, after you have
received the Second Circular and successfully registered for the symposium.
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Registration Form
Please register online at www.igcp589bangkok.org/registration and return the form below
to admin@igcp589bangkok.org by 31 August 2015.
Personal Information
Salutation (Dr. / Mr. / Mrs / Ms.):..............................................
First name*:..............................................
Middle name*: .........................................
Last name*:..............................................
(*as shown in passport)
Gender: ...................................................
Date of Birth:............................................
Nationality:..............................................
Passport number:....................................
Position: ..................................................
Affiliation: ................................................
Work Address: ............................................. .....................................................................
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Telephone: ..............................................
E-mail:.....................................................
Other Information (Please mark X in the appropriate areas)
Tentative title of the presentation: .....................................................................................
.............................................................................................................................................
Preference of presentation style : ..........Oral
..........Poster
..........No preference
Registration event(s):
.......... Technical session: Regular $200
(including admission fee, meals, refreshments, and symposium handbook)
.......... Technical session: Student $150
(including admission fee, meals, refreshments, and symposium handbook)
.............Post-symposium field excursion: $550
(including meals, refreshments, domestic flights, local transportation, accommodation, and
excursion guidebook)
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