24 - 26 May 2027 09:00 - 17:00 Burlington House, Piccadilly, London, W1J 0BG and virtual
24 - 26 May 2027 | 09:00 - 17:00 | Burlington House, Piccadilly, London, W1J 0BG and virtual
Tectonic interpretations, past and present, are essential for the understanding and management of the Earth and it is the aim of this conference to summarise the current state of the art in this field.
Individual sessions will assess the processes involved with ophiolites, arcs, collision, plutonism, Precambrian tectonics, metamorphism, plate kinematics, continental margin formation, structural analysis, and the histories of various orogens around the world. In addition, a considered amount of time will be devoted to group discussion of questions and the cross - fertilisation of ideas from the assembled talent in the various sessions.
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Present an overview of the latest developments in Structural geology and Tectonics
- Assemble leading experts to debate these developments and pass the knowledge on to a younger generation
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Recognise and celebrate the career contribution of an exceptional geologist
John Casey, Professor, University of Houston,
Jeff Karson, Professor Emeritus, Syracuse University
Jim Pindell, FGS, Director, Tectonic Analysis Limited, Stoughton, UK, also Adjunct Professor, Rice University
Paul Ryan, FGS, Emeritus Professor of Geology, University of Galway
Call for Abstracts
The call for abstracts is now open. You can submit your abstract at the link below:
Submit your abstract here
SubmitThe deadline for abstract submissions is Monday 14 December 2026.
Conference Themes
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Ophiolites, their soles, subduction initiation, and obduction
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Structure and tectonics of forearcs, arcs, and back-arcs
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Collisional tectonics
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Magmatism at plate boundaries
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Precambrian tectonics
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Metamorphism, microstructural development, and P-T-t-d paths at plate boundaries
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Plate kinematics, margins and plate boundary evolution
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Advances in structural analysis
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Orogens and orogenic histories
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In-person fees
This rate is for those who are a Fellow of the Geological Society of London. Upon selecting this rate, you will be prompted to input your membership number.
This rate is for those who are not a Fellow of the Geological Society of London.
This rate is for those who are currently students in upper secondary/further education and undergraduate level education.
When registering you will be asked to upload your student ID (with expiry date) as proof of studies.
This rate is for those who are currently studying Masters degree or PhD.
When registering you will be asked to upload your student ID (with expiry date) as proof of studies.
Participants presenting a talk or poster at the conference will receive a discount code that provides 20% off the applicable Fellow or Non-Fellow registration rate.
Retired Fellows
We offer a 15% discount to Fellows of the Geological Society of London who are retired and not offering services.
Corporate Partner
We offer discounted rates for employee of companies that are part of our Corporate Partner Membership programme.
Developing Country Rate
We offer discounted rates for those in developing countries.
Group Bookings
Group Booking rates are available for registration of 5 or more attendees.
5–9 delegates: 10% off
10–14 delegates: 15% off
15 delegates or more: 20% off
Virtual fees
This rate is for those who are a Fellow of the Geological Society of London. Upon selecting this rate, you will be prompted to input your membership number.
This rate is for those who are not a Fellow of the Geological Society of London.
This rate is for those who are Student Members of the Geological Society of London. This includes A-Level, Undergraduate, and Postgraduate Student Members.
Upon selecting this rate, you will be prompted to input your membership number.
This rate is for those who do not hold Student Membership with the Geological Society of London, but are currently studying an A-Level, Undergraduate, or a Postgraduate course.
When registering you will be asked to upload your student ID (with expiry date) as proof of studies.
Participants presenting a talk or poster at the conference will receive a discount code that provides 20% off the applicable Fellow or Non-Fellow registration rate.
Retired Fellows
We offer a 15% discount to Fellows of the Geological Society of London who are retired and not offering services.
Corporate Partner
We offer discounted rates for employee of companies that are part of our Corporate Partner Membership programme.
Developing Country Rate
We offer discounted rates for those in developing countries.
Group Bookings
Group Booking rates are available for registration of 5 or more attendees.
5–9 delegates: 10% off
10–14 delegates: 15% off
15 delegates or more: 20% off
For more information about registration, including special rates, please email conference@geolsoc.org.uk.