GEOMINE 2026

BIANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON GEOLOGY AND MINING October 08–09, 2026 | Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

CALL FOR PAPERS

The School of Geology and Mining Engineering, Mongolian University of Science and Technology, is pleased to announce GEOMINE 2026, an international conference dedicated to advancing research, innovation, and collaboration across geology, mining, energy systems, environmental sustainability, and resource governance.

GEOMINE 2026 provides an academic and professional platform for researchers, engineers, industry specialists, policymakers, and graduate students to share new knowledge, present emerging ideas, and discuss future directions in mineral resource systems.

The conference adopts a structured hybrid model, combining:

• a strong academic core with peer-reviewed contributions across all scientific and technical sessions,
• mining, engineering, and resource technology perspectives from industry and applied practice,
• policy and societal engagement addressing sustainability, governance, and public relevance.

All accepted abstracts and full papers will undergo a peer-review process.

The official working language of the conference is English.

Conference Scope

GEOMINE 2026 brings together interdisciplinary perspectives across:

Geology – Mining – Energy – Environment – Policy

The conference aims to strengthen dialogue between fundamental science, engineering practice, digital innovation, and public policy in support of sustainable resource development.

CONFERENCE THEMES

A. Policy, Society & Future Systems

(Governance, sustainability, and public engagement in mineral resources)

B. Geo Systems & Mineral Science

(Fundamental geoscience processes and mineral systems)

C. Green and Safe Mining: Sustainable Mineral Resource Exploitation

(Sustainable mining practices, environmental management, and operational safety)

D. Mining Systems, Processing & Resource Engineering

(Design, optimization, and economic evaluation of mining systems and processes)

E. Advanced Technologies in Mineral Resources: Exploration, Modeling, and Intelligent Mining

(Advanced technologies, data-driven modeling, and intelligent systems in mineral exploration and mining)

F. Geospatial Intelligence, GIS & Digital Earth Systems

(Geospatial data acquisition, analysis, and digital Earth systems for environmental and resource applications)

G. Oil, Gas & Energy Systems

(Hydrocarbon systems, energy infrastructure, and low-carbon energy transition technologies)

 

CONFERENCE SESSIONS

A. Policy, Society & Future Systems

• A1. Sustainable Resource Management & Environmental Policy
• A2. Resource Economics, Investment & Mining Policy
• A3. Occupational Safety, Health & Risk Management
• A4. Geoscience Education, Capacity Building & Innovation
• A5. Policy Roundtable: Mining, Environment & Society (Special Session)

B. Geo Systems & Mineral Science

• B1. Regional Geology, Tectonics, Stratigraphy & Paleontology
• B2. Mineralogy and Petrography, Metamorphism, and Water–Rock Interaction
• B3. Resource and Economic Geology
• B4. Geophysics & Subsurface Imaging

C. Green and Safe Mining: Sustainable Mineral Resource Exploitation

• C1. Green Mining
• C2. Safe Mining

D. Mining Systems, Processing & Resource Engineering

• D1. Advanced Mining Technologies (Surface and Underground Operations)
• D2. Mineral Processing Systems, Technologies, and Equipment
• D3. Mining System Design, Planning, and Optimization
• D4. Smart Mining, Automation, and Integrated Operational Systems
• D5. Resource Modeling, Production Optimization, and Operational Efficiency
• D6. Economic Evaluation of Mining Projects
• D7. Investment Analysis, Financial Modeling, and Risk Assessment

E. Advanced Technologies in Mineral Resources: Exploration, Modeling, and Intelligent Mining

• E1. Intelligent Mining Systems & Engineering Technologies
• E2. AI, Data Analytics & Integrated Modeling in Resource Systems
• E3. Advanced Technologies in Mineral Exploration & Geoscience

F. Geospatial Intelligence, GIS & Digital Earth Systems

• F1. Geospatial Data Acquisition & Earth Observation
• F2. Spatial Analysis, Modeling & Geo-AI
• F3. Big Geospatial Data & Digital Infrastructure
• F4. Real-Time Monitoring & Digital Twin Systems
• F5. Applications for Sustainability & Decision Support

G. Oil, Gas & Energy Systems

• G1. Upstream Exploration, Drilling & Reservoir Systems
• G2. Midstream, Infrastructure & Storage Systems
• G3. Downstream Processing, Digitalization & Optimization
• G4. Energy Transition, Sustainability & Low-Carbon Technologies

IMPORTANT DATES

Session & Workshop Proposal Deadline (Extended): April 15, 2026

Abstract Submission Opens: April 20, 2026

Abstract Submission Deadline: June 30, 2026

Abstract Acceptance Notification: July 25, 2026

Registration Opens: May 01, 2026

Early Registration & Presenter Registration Deadline: August 01, 2026

Final Registration & Workshop Booking Deadline: September 01, 2026

Social Events Registration Deadline: September 20, 2026

Full Paper Submission Deadline: September 10, 2026

Pre-Conference Workshops: October 01–02, 2026

Conference Dates: October 08–09, 2026

Post-Conference Field Trip: October 10–11, 2026

 

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

Abstracts must be submitted in English and assigned to the appropriate session and sub-session code (e.g., B2, E3).

Each abstract should clearly present:

• the research objective,
• the methodology or analytical approach,
• the key results or expected contribution,
• the relevance to the selected session.

All accepted abstracts across the conference’s scientific and technical themes will be reviewed through the conference evaluation process.

FULL PAPER SUBMISSION AND PROCEEDINGS

Authors of accepted abstracts are invited to submit full papers for inclusion in the GEOMINE 2026 Conference Proceedings.

Full paper submission is optional but strongly encouraged.

Accepted papers will be prepared for publication in the official proceedings, with the conference aiming to support:

• standardized citation format,
• digital publication,
• DOI-based publication development and long-term visibility.

CONFERENCE FORMAT

GEOMINE 2026 will include:

• oral presentations,
• poster presentations,
• panel discussions,
• special policy roundtable sessions,
• pre-conference workshops,
• post-conference field activities.

WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE

The conference welcomes:

• researchers and academic scholars,
• mining, geology, petroleum, and engineering professionals,
• policy experts and institutional stakeholders,
• environmental and sustainability specialists,
• MSc and PhD students,
• national and international partner organizations.

VENUE

Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

Further details on venue, accommodation, registration, and travel guidance will be announced through the official conference website.

CONTACT

GEOMINE 2026
School of Geology and Mining Engineering
Mongolian University of Science and Technology

Website: geomine.must.edu.mn
Email: geomine@must.edu.mn