Sergo Ordzhonikidze Russian State Geological Exploration University (MGRI) announces the launch of the Second International Geological Forum “GEONEXT 2025: Education, Technology, Sustainable Development”. The event will become a key platform for dialogue between science, education and industry.
Dates and venue: October 20-21, 2025, at MGRI.
GEONEXT 2025 Forum program: two days of intensive work
The forum program is divided into two thematic days, each of which is dedicated to the current challenges of our time.
October 20 is the Day of Geology and Resources. The focus is on subsurface use, human resources and mining technologies.
October 21 is the Day of Ecology and Sustainable Development. Discussion of innovations for the conservation of the planet and land reclamation.
Key events and business program
An eventful business program awaits the participants, focusing on the most pressing topics of the mining and geological industry.
Plenary sessions:
October 20: “Subsoil use next: resources, ecology, human capital” (with the participation of foreign experts).
October 21: “Innovations in the field of geology and ecology for the future of the planet: an international perspective.”
Round tables and sections:
HR Round table: “The problem of personnel reproduction in the mining and geological industry” (October 20).
Round table on education: “From landfill to career: effective models for organizing field training practices” (October 20).
Round table on ecology: “Technologies of reclamation of disturbed lands and restoration of biodiversity” (October 21).
HR section: “HR cases: University and industry” — analysis of specific requests and solutions for the industry (October 21).
The GEONEXT 2025 Forum is not only about discussions, but also about real opportunities for professional growth and development.
Exhibition “Technologies and Personnel” (October 20-21)
Leading companies will present their innovative solutions for geology and ecology. There will be a career zone for MGRI students and graduates with consulting, a job fair and the opportunity to receive job offers from leading employers.
Geointelligence Design and Educational Intensive (October 20-21)
As part of the intensive, participants are expected to:
Educational lectures and workshops.
Scientific battles and practice laboratory.
Practical work under the guidance of experts in data analysis and machine learning without in-depth IT training.
Case session “Earth Science: how to captivate millions”
A unique session dedicated to the popularization of geology. Participants will analyze successful cases and strategies, from programs for schoolchildren to global campaigns. The goal is to make Earth science accessible, inspiring, and a powerful tool for sustainable development.