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From the Annual Meeting to a global series of workshops, forums, and seminars, the Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG) produces and partners on events designed to facilitate learning, networking, and new business development.

July 20 - 22, 2026

Boise, Idaho

SEG/AGU Hydrogeophysics Workshop

The goal of the fourth Hydrogeophysics workshop is to bring researchers from both applied geophysics and hydrology communities together to share the most recent advances in the field of hydrogeophysics.


July 21, 2026

Virtual

Seeing Value in Waste: Drone-Based Gamma-Ray Spectrometry for Critical Mineral Re-Mining

This talk follows the development of gamma-ray spectral mapping from that historical limitation to the current generation of UAV-borne systems.


July 21 - 22, 2026

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

SEG/SPE Workshop: Fibre for the Future: AI-Driven Intelligence for Exploration, Production & Development

Fibre‑optic sensing has rapidly evolved into a transformative technology for exploration, development, and production. Its ability to deliver continuous, high-resolution measurements of temperature, acoustics, and strain enables operators to monitor wells, reservoirs, and infrastructure with unprecedented detail.


July 23, 2026

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

2026 Pacific South Honorary Lecturer: Next Generation Seismic Imaging Elastic FWI and Wavefield Solutions for Seeing Through Complex Carbonates

This honorary lecture, with Dr Ahmad Riza Ghazali, PETRONAS, presents an end-to-end, full-physics approach to “seeing through carbonates” using elastic wavefield methods.


July 31, 2026

Virtual

Geothermal Beyond Heat: Unlocking Energy, Critical Minerals, and Natural Hydrogen

This presentation aims to show how geothermal exploration is moving from traditional resource exploration to an integrated subsurface exploration that combines geology, geophysics, and petrophysics to aid the characterization of reservoirs.


August 14 - 16, 2026

Wuhan, China

2026 SEG International Workshop on Geothermal

More information coming soon.

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August 16, 2026

Houston, Texas, USA

SC-03: Theory and Practice of Large Language Models for the Geoscientist

This course teaches the beginner both the theory and practice of LLMs in solving Geoscience problems.


August 16, 2026

Houston, Texas, USA

SC-02: Using All Your Data: Integration of Geology and Geophysics

This short course highlights a range of approaches for the integration of geology, geophysics, and neighboring disciplines and illustrates benefits of bringing these disciplines together.


August 17, 2026

Houston, Texas, USA

SC-11: Full-Waveform Inversion in Practice: Black Box or Pandora’s Box?

The course targets a range of experience levels, from students and young professionals to more experienced practitioners, looking to deepen their understanding of current full-waveform inversion (FWI) implementations and FWI products.


August 17 - 20, 2026

Houston, Texas, USA


August 17, 2026

Houston, Texas, USA

SC-10: Fundamentals of Seismic Attributes and Attribute-Driven Machine Learning for Seismic Interpretation

This course provides a comprehensive guide to enhancing seismic interpretation through the synergy of advanced attributes and Machine Learning (ML).


August 17, 2026

Houston, Texas, USA

SC-12: Economic Analysis and Decision Modeling

The course targets a range of experience levels, from students and young professionals to more experienced practitioners, looking to deepen their understanding of current full-waveform inversion (FWI) implementations and FWI products.


September 7 - 10, 2026

Kopaonik Mt., Serbia

AGES (Association of Geophysicists and Environmentalists of Serbia) Conference and Workshops

This conference brings together geophysicists, geologists, environmentalists, and geophysicists in general to learn and network in Serbia.

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September 10 - 12, 2026

Shenzhen, China

2026 SEG 2nd Workshop on Fiber Optics Sensing

This workshop will focus on the latest optical sensing technology and explore high-value use cases that are driving innovation adoption.


September 14 - 16, 2026

Tashkent, Uzbekistan

GEOMIN Conference: Advancing Mineral Exploration through AI and Digital Transformation

GEOMIN is a pioneering geoscience and mining symposium hosted by the Saudi Geological Survey (SGS) and organized by the Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG). It brings together global mining leaders, geoscience innovators, researchers, and academics for a powerful exchange of ideas, insights, and solutions.

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September 14, 2026

University of Nevada, Reno

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly with AI in Geosciences

The talk provides examples of the good, bad, and ugly with AI adoption in geosciences—emphasizing physics-informed machine learning, examples of significant improvement in geoscience education, rigorous validation, uncertainty quantification, and integration with established geophysical theory.


September 16 - 18, 2026

Beijing, China

2026 SEG 6th International Workshop on Mathematical Geophysics

This workshop aims to explore how these modern AI tools can address core challenges in geophysics. By integrating large-scale learned representations with physical modeling and mathematical constraints, foundation models have the potential to provide more robust, transferable, and computationally efficient solutions than traditional workflows


September 21, 2026

Virtual

NS Open-Source Software: OhmPi

As novel applications emerge, the need for more accessible and flexible acquisition systems is growing within the research community.


September 23 - 25, 2026

Bengaluru, India

Transforming Energy Exploration: Technology, Sustainability, and Innovation Symposium

This symposium will bring together industry leaders, innovators, and policy influencers to explore emerging trends shaping the future of energy exploration.


September 27 - 30, 2026

Sapporo, Japan

16th SEGJ International Symposium

New Frontiers in Geophysics: From Resources to Infrastructure


September 28 - 30, 2026

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Next Generation Geophysical Land & Shallow Water Acquisition Technologies

This workshop will explore key advancements in seismic acquisition and address how modern technologies are solving legacy challenges, particularly in sand dunes, dense infrastructure, transition zones and hybrid environments.


September 29 - 30, 2026

Virtual

Gen AI and LLMs for Geoscientists and Energy Professionals

By the end of the course, participants will gain a foundational understanding of LLMs, their capabilities and limitations, and actionable knowledge on leveraging GenAI for improved efficiency and innovation in subsurface exploration and reservoir management.


October 2, 2026

Stanford University

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly with AI in Geosciences

The talk provides examples of the good, bad, and ugly with AI adoption in geosciences—emphasizing physics-informed machine learning, examples of significant improvement in geoscience education, rigorous validation, uncertainty quantification, and integration with established geophysical theory.


October 5 - 6, 2026

Houston, Texas, USA

Innovative and Integrated Solutions in Quantitative Interpretation (QI): Bridging Challenges with Advanced Seismic Technologies

This SEG workshop will focus on practical, decision-relevant advances in QI, emphasizing approaches that are physically grounded, uncertainty-aware, and demonstrably impactful to subsurface decisions.


October 6 - 8, 2026

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Geophysical Applications for Exploration & Development in Shallow Water & Transition Zones

Join us to discover the latest breakthroughs in geophysical innovation. We’ll highlight cutting‑edge survey‑design approaches, next‑generation seismic‑imaging techniques, multidimensional data integration, and AI/ML‑enabled workflows that are reshaping subsurface understanding.


October 6 - 8, 2026

Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia

SEG | SPWLA Petrophysics Symposium: Applications for Reservoir Characterization and Development

This symposium aims to bring together geophysicists, petrophysicists, rock physicists, reservoir engineers, and researchers to share advances, challenges, and best practices in Seismic Petrophysics.


October 8, 2026

Utah University

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly with AI in Geosciences

The talk provides examples of the good, bad, and ugly with AI adoption in geosciences—emphasizing physics-informed machine learning, examples of significant improvement in geoscience education, rigorous validation, uncertainty quantification, and integration with established geophysical theory.


October 9, 2026

Virtual

4-Dimensional Seismology: New Dynamic Perspectives on Groundwater and Beyond

I will present ongoing efforts leveraging 4D seismic interferometry and scattered wavefields to understand the dynamics in fluid-rock systems associated with geothermal and volcanic systems.


October 11 - 13, 2026

Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia

Near Surface Modeling, Imaging, and Characterization

The objective of the 2026 workshop is to exchange fresh insights, showcase innovative methodologies, and address persistent challenges in exploration, mining, and geoengineering applications.


October 12, 2026

Al Ain, UAE

Seismic Methods for Urban Engineers

This course bridges the gap between applied geophysics and geotechnical engineering, providing practical tools for urban engineers.


October 13 - 14, 2026

Virtual

Managing Your Emotions and Wellbeing

In this workshop we address methods to be aware of our emotions and tools to reframe emotions in a positive way. We cover practical habits for mental hygiene, and how these habits improve the way we show up professionally and personally.


October 13 - 15, 2026

Al Ain, UAE

8th International Conference on Engineering Geophysics

On behalf of the higher committee at the UAEU, we are delighted to invite you to join us in the Eighth International Conference on Engineering Geophysics, 20–22 October 2026. To be held on UAEU campus in the Garden City of Al Ain, UAE.


October 15 - 16, 2026

Bangkok, Thailand

High-performance Geosciences: AI, HPC, and Scalable Workflows for Sustainable E&P

Beyond traditional E&P, the workshop addresses the industry’s evolving mandate by exploring Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), with a particular focus on applications of geophysical technologies for Measurement, Monitoring, and Verification (MMV).


October 20 - 21, 2026

Virtual

Managing Your Activities and Interactions with Others 

We cover practical habits for mental hygiene, and how these habits improve the way we show up professionally and personally. These habits lead to a positive outlook, more harmonious interactions with others, and reduced stress.


October 20 - 21, 2026

Virtual

Introduction to Seismic Interpretation Using Deep Learning

This course aims at introducing the basics and fundamentals of deep learning (DL) and illustrating its values in assisting seismic interpretation. By completing this course, participants will (1) learn the basic DL concepts and principles, (2) get familiar with the DL pipelines for common seismic interpretation tasks through case studies, and (3) build their own DL algorithms through hand-on examples.


October 26 - 28, 2026

Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia

SIGHT Symposium: Seismic Imaging & Geophysical HPC Technologies

The SIGHT Symposium brings together global experts at the intersection of seismic imaging and high-performance computing to address the growing complexity of subsurface exploration. The event will showcase advancements in imaging technologies, Full-Waveform Inversion (FWI), and scalable computational methods that are transforming how the subsurface is modeled, interpreted, and understood.

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October 26 - 29, 2026

Virtual

2026 Summit on Drone Geophysics

The 2026 SEG Summit on Drone Geophysics will feature the latest science and innovation on the integration of drones into geophysical studies through a four-day, online international conference.

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October 26 - 29, 2026

Virtual

Advances in Gravity and Magnetics for Exploration: From the Basics to New Applications

This course is designed for geologists and geophysicists with interests in potential fields and regional tectonics.


October 27 - 29, 2026

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Critical Minerals Forum

Explore critical mineral systems/occurrences via geophysics and geologic methodologies with a focus on imaging, integration and evaluation techniques that can be used to map, assess and ground-truth potential resources.


October 27, 2026

Cairns, Far North Queensland

Bridging the Frontier: Transferable Geophysics for Energy and Minerals Workshop

This half-day workshop scheduled during ASEG Discover 2026 will offer a better appreciation and understanding of transferable workflows and technologies applicable across the mineral, hydrocarbon, exploitation, and exploration domain.


November 3 - 4, 2026

Virtual

Rock Physics for Quantitative Reservoir Characterization in Exploration & Production

The course is suitable for geophysicists, geologists, petrophysicists, reservoir engineers, seismic interpreters, and technical professionals involved in exploration, appraisal, or development workflows.


November 5 - 6, 2026

Virtual

7th SEG Latin America Virtual Student Conference

This virtual conference is open to students studying at all Latin American universities. It is open to all final year undergraduate, Masters, and PhD students across Latin America.

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November 9 - 11, 2026

Galveston, Texas, USA

4D Forum – Insight to Actions

This event blends structured sessions with open, participant-driven discussions—creating an environment for both learning and networking, regardless of background.


November 10 - 12, 2026

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Integrated Geoscience Signatures for Critical Commodities: Acquisition | Processing | Interpretation

This workshop brings together regional and international experts in geology, geophysics, and mineral systems analysis to demonstrate how coordinated, multi-scale geoscience workflows can unlock mineral systems across the region.


November 12 - 14, 2026

Hangzhou, China

SEG-GeoAI 2026 – The Next Generation of AI in Geophysics: From Automation to Intelligent Discovery

This workshop will summarize how AI has delivered value by automating workflows and reducing risk, before diving deep into the next frontier.


November 13, 2026

Michigan State

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly with AI in Geosciences

The talk provides examples of the good, bad, and ugly with AI adoption in geosciences—emphasizing physics-informed machine learning, examples of significant improvement in geoscience education, rigorous validation, uncertainty quantification, and integration with established geophysical theory.


November 16 - 19, 2026

Virtual

Basic Seismic Interpretation

This course provides entry-level training in seismic interpretation and serves as a foundation for intermediate and advanced geophysics/seismic courses.


November 17 - 19, 2026

Chengdu, China

International Geomechanics Conference (IGS)

IGS 2026 brings together a multidisciplinary community of researchers, engineers, and practitioners to exchange ideas, methods, and case studies addressing complex geomechanical challenges.

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November 30 - December 3, 2026

Virtual

Asia Pacific Summit on Drone Geophysics

The 2026 Asia Pacific Summit on Drone Geophysics will feature the latest science and innovation on the integration of drones into geophysical studies through a four-day, online international conference.

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December 8 - 9, 2026

Muscat, Oman

New Advances in Seismic Interpretation

This workshop aims to highlight cutting-edge advancements in seismic interpretation, focusing on structural, stratigraphic, geomechanical, and petrophysical domains.


December 14 - 17, 2026

Virtual

Introduction to Scientific Machine Learning for Geophysicists

The core objective of this course is to explain basic theories of scientific machine learning (SciML) and equip participants with skills in implementing these tools to solve partial differential equations (PDEs) and the associated inverse problems, with a particular focus on eikonal and wave equations.


February 3 - 5, 2027

Houston, Texas, USA

NAPE Summit

NAPE is the energy industry’s marketplace for the buying, selling and trading of prospects and producing properties. NAPE is the ultimate venue for energy deals.

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February 28 - March 4, 2027

Aachen, Germany

87th Annual Meeting of Deutsche Geophysikalische Gesellschaft (DGG)

The annual meeting of the German Geophysical Society is hosted alternately by different universities and research institutions throughout Germany. This year, the conference is hosted by RWTH Aachen. This is particularly exciting for us, as we, together with CG³, will be responsible for organizing next year’s conference.

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March 16 - 18, 2027

Luanda, Angola

Realizing the Energy Potential of Angola Symposium

The symposium will highlight strategies to unlock the full resource potential of these basins by leveraging geoscience insights and integrating multidomain data to tackle exploration hurdles.

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March 24 - 26, 2027

Bangkok, Thailand

International Petroleum Technology Conference (IPTC) 

IPTC is focused on the dissemination of new and current technology, best practices and multi-disciplinary activities designed to emphasise the importance of the value chain and maximising asset value.

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April 6 - 8, 2027

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

8th International Symposium on Three-Dimensional Electromagnetics

The 8th International Symposium on Three-Dimensional Electromagnetics will be held from April 6 to 8, 2027 at the Hotel Laghetto Stilo Barra, located in the beautiful Barra da Tijuca neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.


May 3 - 5, 2027

Houston, Texas, USA

Offshore Technology Conference

The Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) brings together the brightest minds, boldest ideas, and most innovative technologies shaping the future of offshore development. As a truly global gathering, OTC empowers industry leaders, engineers, researchers, and decision-makers to share knowledge, spark collaboration, and drive responsible energy solutions.


May 3 - 5, 2027

Anchorage, Alaska, USA

North to the Geothermal Future: From Binary to Superhot in Alaska and Beyond 

Convened jointly by SEG and AGU, this meeting unites geoscientists and engineers around a shared goal: harnessing Earth's heat from hot springs to the magmatic hearth.

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June 7 - 11, 2027

Nové Hrady Castle, Czech Republic

Active and Passive Seismics in Laterally Inhomogeneous Media (APSLIM) III

The workshop is devoted to theoretical and computational aspects of seismic wave propagation in laterally inhomogeneous and otherwise complex media, as well as to passive seismics.

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August 30 - September 2, 2027

Houston, Texas, USA

International Meeting for Applied Geoscience and Energy (IMAGE)

IMAGE is the world’s premier gathering for geoscientists, energy professionals, and industry leaders to connect and innovate.

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October 23 - 28, 2027

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Exploration 27

Under the theme Frontiers in Exploration: Intelligence, Innovation, Collaboration, Exploration 27 will spotlight cutting-edge developments in geoscience, artificial intelligence, geophysics, geochemistry and responsible exploration strategies.

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August 12 - 20, 2028

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

38th International Geological Congress (IGC)

The International Geological Congress (IGC) is the premier conference for the advancement of global Earth Science.

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July 20 - 22, 2026   Boise, Idaho   View Details   Register Now

SEG/AGU Hydrogeophysics Workshop






August 14 - 16, 2026   Wuhan, China   View Details

2026 SEG International Workshop on Geothermal







August 17 - 17, 2026   Houston, Texas, USA   View Details   Register Now

SC-12: Economic Analysis and Decision Modeling


September 7 - 10, 2026   Kopaonik Mt., Serbia

AGES (Association of Geophysicists and Environmentalists of Serbia) Conference and Workshops


September 10 - 12, 2026   Shenzhen, China   View Details   Register Now

2026 SEG 2nd Workshop on Fiber Optics Sensing



September 14 - 14, 2026   University of Nevada, Reno   View Details   Register Now

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly with AI in Geosciences



September 21 - 21, 2026   Virtual   View Details   Register Now

NS Open-Source Software: OhmPi



September 27 - 30, 2026   Sapporo, Japan   View Details   Register Now

16th SEGJ International Symposium




October 2 - 2, 2026   Stanford University   View Details   Register Now

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly with AI in Geosciences





October 8 - 8, 2026   Utah University   View Details   Register Now

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly with AI in Geosciences



October 11 - 13, 2026   Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia   View Details   Register Now

Near Surface Modeling, Imaging, and Characterization


October 12 - 12, 2026   Al Ain, UAE   View Details   Register Now

Seismic Methods for Urban Engineers


October 13 - 14, 2026   Virtual   View Details   Register Now

Managing Your Emotions and Wellbeing






October 26 - 28, 2026   Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia   View Details

SIGHT Symposium: Seismic Imaging & Geophysical HPC Technologies


October 26 - 29, 2026   Virtual   View Details

2026 Summit on Drone Geophysics



October 27 - 29, 2026   Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada   View Details   Register Now

Critical Minerals Forum




November 5 - 6, 2026   Virtual   View Details

7th SEG Latin America Virtual Student Conference


November 9 - 11, 2026   Galveston, Texas, USA   View Details   Register Now

4D Forum – Insight to Actions




November 13 - 13, 2026   Michigan State   View Details   Register Now

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly with AI in Geosciences


November 16 - 19, 2026   Virtual   View Details   Register Now

Basic Seismic Interpretation


November 17 - 19, 2026   Chengdu, China   View Details

International Geomechanics Conference (IGS)


November 30 - December 3, 2026   Virtual   View Details

Asia Pacific Summit on Drone Geophysics


December 8 - 9, 2026   Muscat, Oman   View Details   Register Now

New Advances in Seismic Interpretation



February 3 - 5, 2027   Houston, Texas, USA   View Details

NAPE Summit


February 28 - March 4, 2027   Aachen, Germany

87th Annual Meeting of Deutsche Geophysikalische Gesellschaft (DGG)


March 16 - 18, 2027   Luanda, Angola   View Details

Realizing the Energy Potential of Angola Symposium


March 24 - 26, 2027   Bangkok, Thailand   View Details

International Petroleum Technology Conference (IPTC) 



May 3 - 5, 2027   Houston, Texas, USA   View Details   Register Now

Offshore Technology Conference



June 7 - 11, 2027   Nové Hrady Castle, Czech Republic   View Details

Active and Passive Seismics in Laterally Inhomogeneous Media (APSLIM) III


August 30 - September 2, 2027   Houston, Texas, USA   View Details

International Meeting for Applied Geoscience and Energy (IMAGE)


October 23 - 28, 2027   Toronto, Ontario, Canada   View Details

Exploration 27


August 12 - 20, 2028   Calgary, Alberta, Canada   View Details

38th International Geological Congress (IGC)