Geoscience International Conference 2026
5-6 February 2026 | Dili, Timor-Leste
5-6 February 2026 | Dili, Timor-Leste
Organized by the Instituto de Geociências de Timor-Leste (IGTL), the 6th Geoscience International Conference 2026 convenes distinguished experts, researchers, industry practitioners, and policymakers from across a wide range of geoscience disciplines to examine the pivotal role of geosciences in national development.
The conference serves as an important forum for the exchange of knowledge, the discussion of emerging scientific and technological trends, and the formulation of strategic approaches to the sustainable utilization of geoscientific resources.
With a strong emphasis on practical applications and policy relevance, the conference seeks to strengthen cooperation among government institutions, industry stakeholders, and academic communities within the geosciences sector, thereby contributing to sustainable economic growth and technological advancement.
Organizing Committee Team
IGTL Management Team
All Participant
Mr. Job Brites dos Santos
H.E. Mr. Francisco da Costa Monteiro
H.E Mr. José Ramos Horta and H.E Mr. Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão
IGTL Management Team
Dra. Teresa Ponce de Leão (LNEG, Portugal)
Resource DownloadDr. Américo da Mata Lourenço Victorino (IGEO, Angola)
Resource DownloadDr. Ma Yongzheng (CCOP)
Resource DownloadLNEG, IGEO, SGB, IGTL, UWA
Mr. Rui Soares (Timor Gap, Timor-Leste)
Resource DownloadMr. Marcal Ximenes (IGTL, Timor-Leste)
Resource DownloadDr. Bayu Pranata, S.Si., M.Si (BMKG, Indonesia)
Resource DownloadDr. Luke Wallace (Geoscience Australia)
Resource DownloadMr. Moises Soares, MSc (IGTL, Timor-Leste)
Resource DownloadMrs. Joaquina Mendes, MSc (IGTL, Timor-Leste)
Resource DownloadMr. Gualdino da Silva (ANP, Timor-Leste)
Resource DownloadMr. Geovanio Almeida, MSc (IGTL, Timor-Leste)
Resource DownloadOrganizing Committee Team
Organizing Committee Team
MC
Dr. Francisco Valdir Silveira (SGB, Brazil)
Resource DownloadDr. Jorge Carvalho (LNEG, Portugal)
Resource DownloadMr. Rafael de Araujo (ANM, Timor-Leste)
Resource DownloadMr. Andre Soares, MSc (IGTL, Timor-Leste)
Resource DownloadMr. Igor Morais (LNEG, Portugal)
Resource DownloadMr. José Gonçalves (MRT, Timor-Leste)
Resource DownloadDr. Rudêncio Morais (ENH, Moçambique)
Resource DownloadMr. Elias Cabral, S.T (IGTL, Timor-Leste)
Resource DownloadDr. Manuel Gomes Correia (UNISIM, Brazil)
Resource DownloadLNEG, ANM, ANP, IGTL, ENH, CCOP, Dr Michael Earle
Prof. David W. Haig (UWA, Australia)
Resource DownloadDr. Michael Earle (UK)
Resource DownloadMr. Antonio de Araujo, MSc (IGTL, Timor-Leste)
Resource DownloadDr. Benjamin Kear (Uppsala University, Sweden)
Resource DownloadMr. Isaias Santos Barros, MSc (IGTL, Timor-Leste)
Resource Download
President of LNEG (Laboratório Nacional de Energia e Geologia), Portugal
LNEG, Portugal speaker
Director of CCOP Technical Secretariat, China
CCOP, China speaker
Diretor de Geologia e Recursos Minerais, Serviço Geológico do Brazil (SGB), Brazil
SGB, Brazil speaker
Former Vice President for Mozambique Geological and Mining Association
Former Vice President of AGMM, Mozambique speaker
Senior Honorary Research Fellow, University of Western Australia, Australia
Conference speakers
Geoscientist, British
Geoscientist, British speaker
President of IGTL
IGTL speaker
Vice President of IGTL
IGTL speaker
Chief of Hydrogeology Unit
IGTL speaker
Chief of Geophysics Unit
IGTL speaker
Chief of Engineering Geology Unit
IGTL speaker
Chief of Mineral Resources and Geothermal Exploration Unit
IGTL speaker
Chief of Geological Mapping Unit
IGTL speaker
Chief of Petroleum and Gas Unit
IGTL speaker
Engineering Geology Officer
IGTL speaker
Senior Officer
IGTL speaker
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Rua Bebora, Cristo Rei, Dili, Timor-Leste
The conference will be held at the state-of-the-art Salao GMN TV Multi-Uso in Dili, the capital city of Timor-Leste. This modern facility offers excellent amenities and is conveniently located in the heart of the city.
Dili, with its stunning coastal location and rich cultural heritage, provides an inspiring backdrop for this important scientific gathering. The city offers a unique blend of traditional Timorese culture and modern amenities, ensuring a memorable experience for all conference attendees.