NATIONAL SEMINAR ON RECENT DEVELOPMENTS AND CHALLENGES IN
EARTH SCIENCES
November 29, 2014
Organized by
Department of Geology
Aligarh Muslim University
Aligarh - 202002
(Under DRS-SAP, UGC Programme)
ABOUT THE SEMINAR
The proposed seminar will be organized to highlight the recent developments, challenges and strategies in
Earth sciences. Presently Earth science demands an interrelationship of its allied branches for a better
understanding of the surface and internal processes of the earth. Developments in geological science is
important for addressing topics of societal interest, including natural hazards, natural resources, human
health and environmental issues. Geological concepts help us understand the Earth system with connection
to related field such as mineralogy, geochemistry, structural geology and geodynamics. The objectives of
the seminar are to discuss the recent developments in geosciences and highlight the present and upcoming
challenges with special emphasis on petrology and environmental issues as one of the fundamental element
of a comprehensive national research and development programme in the Earth sciences. The seminar will
aim at identifying future geological and environmental development programmes of the country. Major theme
of the seminar will be focused on petrological process, ore genesis process, tectonomagmatic scenarios and
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environmental issues. The deliberation of the seminar will be very much helpful towards formulating
process/policies for mineral exploration, genesis of various minerals deposits and potential environmental
degradation. These deliberations will have important bearing and national development policy making of the
nation. Abstract of the papers presented in the seminar will be published in abstract volume. Efforts will be
made to publish some peer-reviewed papers in the seminar proceeding volume or in some National
Journals.
CALL FOR PAPERS
Members of the Organizing Committee cordially invite the researchers and research scholars and senior
students all over India to actively take part in this National Seminar by contributing papers/abstracts in one
or more of the following areas for presentation and discussions thereafter.
THEMES COVERED
Tectonomagmatism and evolution of earth
Understanding earth processes by geochemical approach
Modern day environmental issues and strategies
Water resources, policies and management
Remote Sensing and GIS applications
Natural Disasters – Mitigation and management
Geoconservation
ABOUT ALIGARH MUSLIM UNIVERSITY
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) is a public central university located in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh. It was
established by Sir Syed Ahmed Khan in 1875 as Mohammedan Anglo-Oriental College (MAO College).
Spread over 467.6 hectares in the city of Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, Aligarh Muslim University offers more than
300 courses in the traditional and modern branches of education. It draws students from all corners of the
country as well as foreign countries, especially Africa, West Asia and Southeast Asia. In some courses,
seats are reserved for students from SAARC and Commonwealth Countries. The University has 12
Faculties viz. Agricultural Sciences, Arts, Commerce, Engineering & Technology, Law, Life Sciences,
Medicine, Management Studies & Research, Science, Social Sciences, Theology, Unani Medicine, each
comprising of several Departments of Studies. The University also maintains a number of Colleges,
Institutes, Centres and Schools. Notably among them are Women's College, Centre of Professional
Courses, Interdisciplinary Biotechnology Unit, Zakir Hussain College of Engineering & Technology, Ajmal
Khan Tibbiya College, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Dr. Ziauddin Ahmad Dental College, Institute of
Ophthalmology, Centre for Advanced Studies in History, Centre for Women Studies, Centre for Nehru
Studies, University Polytechnic University, Women's Polytechnic, K.A. Nizami Centre for Quranic Studies,
Schools including one for the visually challenged.
ABOUT DEPARMENT OF GEOLOGY
The teaching of Geology was initiated in the Aligarh Muslim University at the undergraduate level in 1946.
The Post-graduate teaching started in 1951 during the First Five Year Plan. The Department of Geology
acquired its own building in 1961. The first Coal petrology lab in India was established at the department.
The foundation stone of the current building of department of Geology' was laid down by Dr. D.N. Wadia, the
then Geological Adviser of The Government of India, on the 5th day of February, 1957. The department has
produced 04 D. Sc., 138 Ph.D. and 149 M. Phil degrees. The Department of Geology has been active in
scientific deliberations and interactions and hosted a number of National and International Conferences and
Lectures by eminent National and International Geoscientists.
Thrust areas of research of the department include Geochemistry, Sedimentology, Hydrogeology,
Environmental Geology, Remote Sensing and GIS Applications and Micropaleotology. The Department
offers courses of B.Sc. (Hons.), M.Sc. (Applied Geology), P.G. Diploma in Hydrogeology, M.Phil and Ph.D.
The Department of Geology has the distinction of providing leadership in area of Sedimentology in India,
and in recognition to this, the Indian Association of Sedimentologists has established its Headquarters in the
Department of Geology. The U.G.C. has also recognized the contribution of the Geology Department in
Sedimentology and Environmental Geology. In recognition to which D.S.A. in Sedimentology and
Environmental Geology was sanctioned in 1992. The successful completion of D.S.A. Phase-I of the
Department led to its extension as D.S.A. Phase-II and subsequently the Department was also selected for
COSIST assistance for the development of its infrastructure. The University Grants Commissions has
sanctioned a DRS-I (SAP) to the Department of Geology for 2010-2015 period for the upliftment of teaching
and research under the following thrust areas: a) Petrology/Geochemistry b) Environmental Geology
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ABSTRACTS
Abstracts not exceeding 500 words on any one of the above mentioned themes should be sent to the
Convener on or before November 10, 2014. Accepted abstracts will be intimated November 15, 2014and
will be published as a pre-conference Abstract volume and will be available to the registered delegates.
Papers presented in the Seminar shall be considered for publication. The delegates are advised to submit
their full paper(s) in the format of the Journal of Indian Association of Sedimentologists to the convener
before December 20, 2014.
REGISTRATION FEE
The delegates are requested to register themselves by filling in the registration form attached herewith. The
registration Fee may be deposited at registration counter in the Department of geology AMU on November
28 – 29, 2014. As per following details: Delegate: Rs. 1500/-, Industry Delegate: Rs. 3000/- Student
Delegate (Local) : Rs. 500/-, Student Delegate (Out station) : Rs 1000/-, Accompanying Member: Rs. 1000/ACCOMMODATION
Limited accommodation will be arranged on payment basis in the University Guest House and locally
available Institutional Guest Houses, Private Hotels/ Lodges based on advance payment. The charges for
single and double bed rooms vary from Rs.1500/- to 6000/- per day for all the above categories. Delegates
are requested to convey their commitments for the type of accommodation and food at the earliest to the
organizer.
IMPORTANT DATES
Receipt of Abstract: on or November 10, 2014
Acceptance of Abstract: on or November 15, 2014
Receipt of Registration Form: on or November 18, 2014
Receipt of Full Paper: on or December 20, 2014
ABOUT ALIGARH
The city of Aligarh is the district headquarters for Aligarh district, in the Northern Indian state of Uttar
Pradesh. Aligarh is located approximately 90 miles (140 km) south-east of the capital city of New Delhi.
Weather condition during March is pleasant, but light winter clothes may be required.
CORRESPONDENCE
All correspondences should be addressed to Prof. Mahshar Raza, Convener National Seminar,
Department of Geology, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh – 202002
Phone: 0571-2700615 (O), Cell: (+91) – 9837186110
Email: [email protected]
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REGISTRATION FORM
NATIONAL SEMINAR
ON
RECENT DEVELOPMENTS AND CHALLENGES IN EARTH SCIENCES
November 29, 2014
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