Applied Isotope Geochemistry (AIG) Working Group

The working group on Applied Isotope Geochemistry (AIG) of the International Association of Geochemistry (IAGC) promotes the application of isotope geochemistry to a broad field of disciplines.

The AIG Working Group organizes highly successful biennial conferences, that started in 1993 and continue nowadays, focused on the field of applied isotope geochemistry.  Recently, AIG meetings have been held together with Water Rock Interaction working group meetings and designated as IACG meetings. Traditional and innovative isotope techniques are applied to geology, surface and groundwater hydrology, biogeochemical cycles, environmental sciences, forensic studies, air pollution, food authentication, among a growing number of topics.

The tradition of the conferences is to have few parallel sessions to enhance interdisciplinary exchange. AIG meetings have a well attained reputation of providing a relaxing atmosphere that promotes approachability and thus attracts students that can discuss their results with leading scientist of their discipline. Adequate time slots for presentations and discussion of the results, together with conference field trips and social activities are designed to maximize exchange among participants and promote future collaborations.

The AIG working group aims for a broad geographical representation, and gender balance throughout its activities, and is welcoming all career stage (students, junior, senior, retired) scientists interested to contribute to the working group activities. 

The working group governance is currently:

Chair: Neus Otero (Universitat de Barcelona) E-mail: notero@ub.edu

Rich Wanty (Colorado School of Mines)

Teodora Szocs (Supervisory Authority for Regulatory Affairs)

Romain Millot (Lithium de France)

Mònica Rosell (Universitat de Barcelona)

Geneviève Bordelaeu (Institut National de la Recherche Scientifique)

Stefania Da Pelo (University of Cagliari)