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The Geochemical Society @geochemsoc.bsky.social · 26d

The GS is hosting two free webinars in October:
"How to Write a Research Statement that will Land You Your Dream Academic Job" on October 1 and "Introduction to Grant Writing" on October 16. Learn more: tinyurl.com/v6j6mtw5

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The Geochemical Society @geochemsoc.bsky.social · Jul 9

Goldschmidt 2025!

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Goldschmidt Conference @goldschmidt-confer.bsky.social · Jul 8

🎥 Goldschmidt TV Daily Highlights
Behind the Blog with Gaurav Kumar, a member of the #Golschmidt2025 Blogging team: buff.ly/koP84fW

Watch now on the Goldschmidt TV YouTube channel: buff.ly/7T6d9JB
Or catch the loop on screens throughout the venue.
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The Geochemical Society @geochemsoc.bsky.social · Jul 7

GCA (Geochimica et Cosmochimica Acta) is celebrating 75 years this year at Goldschmidt 2025! Join the celebration from 6-7pm on Tuesday, July 8, at the EAG-GS booth in the Prague Congress Centre.

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Goldschmidt Conference @goldschmidt-confer.bsky.social · Jul 6

The conference opens on Sunday evening with a relaxed icebreaker reception, 17:00 - 19:00 in the Exhibit Hall, 2nd Floor of the Prague Congress Centre🥂
Join us to catch up with old friends and make new ones 😀 drinks & appetizers will be served. All delegates are warmly invited.
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Goldschmidt Conference @goldschmidt-confer.bsky.social · Jul 6

Visit the Exhibit Hall on the 2nd Floor of the Prague Congress Centre, open 17:00-19:00 on Sunday and 10:00 to 19:30 Mon-Thurs.
More info on exhibitors and sponsors: buff.ly/NZWF7kR
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The Geochemical Society @geochemsoc.bsky.social · Jun 24

The GS has seats on the board of directors specifically for early career scientists. Serving on the board is an opportunity to develop as a leader and meet colleagues from around the world. Nominations for this year's position are due by July 10, 2025. Learn More: bit.ly/4k2aIC3

Nominations for Early Career Board Member

Early career researchers may self-nominate for a director position on the GS board of directors.

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The Geochemical Society @geochemsoc.bsky.social · Jun 11

New In Elements: Greenalite! Greenalite is an Fe(II)-serpentine mineral that was first identified in Lake Superior iron formations over 100 years ago, but it's true extent is only now being recognized with the advent of in-situ nanoscale techniques. More: bit.ly/4kV8iqp

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The Geochemical Society @geochemsoc.bsky.social · Jun 10

The Geochemical Society and the European Association of Geochemistry are pleased to announce that the 2028 Goldschmidt Conference will be held in Tokyo, Japan, from 9-14 July, 2028. The Geochemical Society of Japan will serve as the principal co-sponsor of the conference. Learn more: bit.ly/4jNlYCr

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Goldschmidt Conference @goldschmidt-confer.bsky.social · Jun 3

Don't miss the exciting social program at #Goldschmidt2025. Tickets are still available for:
- the early career mixer & boat tour on Mon 7 July
- the conference banquet on Wed 9 July in the sumptuous Municipal House.
Book your tickets by 9 June more info: buff.ly/P3f7Jnl

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Goldschmidt Conference @goldschmidt-confer.bsky.social · Jun 4

The DEI Committee of EAG invites LGBTQIA+ scientists and allies to join us for an informal reception on Thurs evening. Come & join us to celebrate diversity within the geochemistry community. Ticket price: €10 book by 9 June.
More info: buff.ly/W0ix9Gz
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Goldschmidt Conference @goldschmidt-confer.bsky.social · Jun 4

Take the hassle out of finding lunch @Goldschmidt2025 and book a lunch bag by 9 June - add to your existing conference registration. Cost €14.00 & there are several dietary options, collect from 12:45 to 14:00 daily.
More info: buff.ly/N7twMx3
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Goldschmidt Conference @goldschmidt-confer.bsky.social · Jun 4

Prepare your presentation - reminder of the upload deadlines 👇
Instructions for in-person authors: buff.ly/Mlx5wmG
Instructions for remote presenters: buff.ly/iLiB2GD
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Goldschmidt Conference @goldschmidt-confer.bsky.social · May 22

Guidelines for REMOTE presenters at #Goldschmidt2025 can be found here: buff.ly/BeL2Llb
Please note the upload deadlines.
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Daniel Hummer @danielhummer.bsky.social · May 8

Dear Colleagues,

Abstract submissions are open for the Geological Society of America Connects 2025 meeting. We would like to draw your attention to our session celebrating the career of Peter J. Heaney - please consider submitting an abstract, and we look forward to seeing you in San Antonio!

Please submit to our session at the GSA Connects meeting in October, number T123, titled Minerals in Motion: Tracking Mineral Reactions Using in Situ and Synchrotron Techniques, a Celebration of the Career of Peter Heaney.

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The Geochemical Society @geochemsoc.bsky.social · Apr 3

Free Webinar: “Introduction to Accessing Legacy Scientific Ocean Drilling Materials”. In this workshop we will provide a brief introduction to past international scientific ocean drilling (SciOD) programs and more! Register now: t.ly/Qws_Y

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The Geochemical Society @geochemsoc.bsky.social · Mar 25

The GS and EAG are looking for mentors and mentees for the Virtual Mentoring Program! This program aims to connect professionals with mentors across the globe who can assist, guide, and provide insights to aid in achieving goals. Apply Now: t.ly/2kBLj

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The Geochemical Society @geochemsoc.bsky.social · Mar 17

Meet Michael Bau, a 2025 GS-EAG Geochemistry Fellow. Bau's scientific contributions have laid the foundation to numerous applications of trace element geochemistry to address biogeochemical questions related to both the modern world and Early Earth. Learn More: t.ly/meghm

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Goldschmidt Conference @goldschmidt-confer.bsky.social · Mar 13

Thank you for submitting your abstract 😄 We are delighted to have received >4000 submissions to #Goldschmidt2025! Abstracts are now being reviewed & the program will be published in April. Start planning your conference: buff.ly/WhMy2KC
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The Geochemical Society @geochemsoc.bsky.social · Mar 12

Meet Sarah-Jane Barnes, a 2025 GS-EAG Geochemistry Fellow. Barnes has made outstanding contributions to geochemistry. Barnes was the leader of a large research group and a renowned analytic lab, published over 100 papers which were cited over 10,000 times. Learn more: t.ly/aquYS

The Geochemical Society @geochemsoc.bsky.social · Mar 6

New in Elements: Birth and Growth of Minerals from Aqueous Solutions. The birth and growth of minerals from aqueous solutions is a ubiquitous process in both natural and engineered environments. Read more: t.ly/qEa_Y

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The Geochemical Society @geochemsoc.bsky.social · Mar 4

Recipient of the 2025 F. W. Clarke Award! Dr. Birner is recognized for deciphering and documenting the processes occurring in the Earth's mantle that have generated variations of several orders of magnitude in oxygen fugacity. Learn more: t.ly/AO0Do

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Goldschmidt Conference @goldschmidt-confer.bsky.social · Feb 26

🚨 Goldschmidt2025 Abstract submission closing today 23.59 CET ⏰
Browse the themes & sessions here: http://tinyurl.com/5hcxxadm
Submit your abstract today at: http://tinyurl.com/5fk8tff9
In-person & remote abstracts welcome.
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The Geochemical Society @geochemsoc.bsky.social · Feb 25

The Student Helpers Team is an important part of Goldschmidt, as it facilitates a smooth running of the meeting for delegates, presenters, and organizers. Student Helpers attend the conference free of charge! Learn more: t.ly/qaAqu

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Goldschmidt Conference @goldschmidt-confer.bsky.social · Feb 24

⏰ Two days until the #Goldschmidt2025 abstract submission deadline!
Browse the themes & sessions here: tinyurl.com/5hcxxadm
Submit your abstract by 26 February at 23:59 CET: tinyurl.com/5fk8tff9
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