This message to the general isotope research community constitutes a
solicitation of interest to attend and participate in the next
International Symposium on Applied Isotope Geochemistry, AIG-4. AIG is a
working group of the International Association of Geochemistry and
Cosmochemistry (IAGC). The purpose of this symposium is to bring together
researchers from academia and industry who specialize in the application of
isotope geochemistry to the earth sciences. The main goal is to promote
discussions and exchange of information among scientists on the newest
isotope technologies used in applied research. AIG-4 is the fourth edition
of the AIG International Symposium. Previous editions were held in
Geiranger, Norway (AIG-1, 1993), Lake Louise, Canada (AIG-2, 1997), and
Orleans, France (AIG-3, 1999). Although an emerging central theme of these
meetings has been the application of isotopes to present-day water resource
and environmental/ecosystem issues, the participation of researchers
involved in studies of paleo-environments, more traditional geologic
settings (sediments/diagenesis, ore deposits, hydrothermal systems) and
development of novel isotope tracers and analytical techniques is strongly
encouraged.
AIG-4 will take place from June 25 to 29, 2001 at the Asilomar Conference
Center in Pacific Grove, California (very close to Monterey, CA). Asilomar
is a beautiful, rustic retreat situated directly on the Pacific Ocean
coast, and will provide a relaxing as well as stimulating environment for
the conference activities. For this conference, we are planning three and a
half days of scientific sessions, with oral presentations in the mornings,
free time in the early to mid-afternoons, poster sessions in the later
afternoons, and featured speakers in abbreviated sessions after the evening
meals. We anticipate that all poster presentations will remain displayed
in our meeting hall throughout the length of the conference, allowing for a
truly integrated scientific program.
A robust Accompanying Members program is being planned (visits to local
wineries, tours of the famous 17 Mile Drive and Steinbeck's Cannery Row in
Monterey, sea kayaking, the list goes on and on...), so now is the time to
make plans for a California vacation with your favorite traveling
companion(s) in conjunction with the conference. In addition, we are
planning to hold a banquet on the final evening in the Outer Bay Room at
the Monterey Bay Aquarium. One wall of this room is the world's largest
window (54 feet long, 15 feet tall, and 13 inches thick) that looks into
the tallest aquarium exhibit in the world: a million gallons of seawater
containing sharks, barracuda, tuna, sea turtles, giant ocean sunfish, and
more. An exciting and informative evening should be anticipated!
Conference attendance will be limited to approximately 150 scientists and
accompanying members in order to maintain the cordial "small-meeting feel"
of previous AIG conferences. Although meeting costs have not yet been
finalized, we anticipate that the total for accomodations, meals, and
conference expenses will be approximately $700 US. If you are interested
in participating in this conference, please respond to this message
directly by email at your earliest convenience ([log in to unmask]) and your
name will be added to the Conference Registrar's mailing list. (Please do
NOT respond to Isogeochem or Plasmachem! Be careful with that "Reply"
button!) Detailed information about the conference, registration materials
and instructions for preparation of abstracts for the Proceedings Volume
will be forwarded to respondents later this summer. Also, in your reply
feel free to suggest themes for potential special sessions within the
scientific program.
Looking forward to a great AIG-4, beautiful California weather (and wine!),
and to seeing you at Asilomar!
Tom Bullen, for the Organizing Committee
Thomas D. Bullen, Hydrologist
Branch of Regional Research, Water Resources Division
U.S. Geological Survey
MS 420, 345 Middlefield Rd.
Menlo Park, CA 94025
650-329-4577; FAX: 650-329-4538
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Thomas D. Bullen, Hydrologist
Branch of Regional Research, Water Resources Division
U.S. Geological Survey
MS 420, 345 Middlefield Rd.
Menlo Park, CA 94025
650-329-4577; FAX: 650-329-4538
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