2nd Symposium of the
International Geological Correlation Programme
Geological Anatomy of East and South Asia
(Project 516)
Final Circular
IGCP 516 Project Leaders:
Dr. Ken-ichiro Hisada (University of Tsukuba, Japan)
Dr. Punya Charusiri (Chulalongkorn University, Thailand)
Dr. Byung-Joo Lee (Korea Institute of Geoscience & Mineral Resources, Korea)
Dr. Xiaochi Jin (Institute of Geology, Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences, China)
Symposium Chairpersons:
Dr. Graciano Yumul, Jr. (University of the Philippines, Diliman, Philippines; Department of
Science and Technology)
Dr. Carla Dimalanta (University of the Philippines, Diliman, Philippines)
Participating Agencies:
Department of Energy
Department of Science and Technology – Office of the Secretary
Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and
Astronomical Services Administration
Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Council for Advanced Science and
Technology Research and Development
Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Council for Industry and Energy
Research and Development
Geological Society of the Philippines
Metrobank Foundation Inc. – Network of Outstanding Teachers and Educators
Mines and Geosciences Bureau – Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Philippine Meteorological Society
Philippine Minerals Development Institute Foundation, Inc.
Tectonics and Geodynamics Group - National Institute of Geological Sciences
Date & Venue
November 13, 2006:
Arrival of participants
November 14 and 15, 2006: Scientific session and business meeting
November 16 - 19, 2006:
Post-symposium field excursion
November 20, 2006:
Departure of participants
The scientific session will be held at the PAGASA Science Garden, Diliman, Quezon City,
Philippines. The post-symposium field excursion will be done in and around Baguio City,
the summer capital of the Philippines which is located approximately 250 kilometers from
Manila. Baguio City, one of the major mineralized districts in the Philippines, has produced
more than 800 tonnes of gold. The post-symposium field excursion will allow the
participants to observe world-class porphyry copper – epi-mesothermal gold deposits and
sedimentary packages encompassing the period Early Miocene to present that mark the
change in tectonic setting of the Baguio Mineral District from marginal basin to island arc.
From Baguio City, the participants will proceed to Zambales where a chromite mine will be
visited.
Scientific Program & Official Language
The official language of the symposium is English. The scientific session venue will be
provided with PC computers and laptops, LCD projector and overhead projector. Participants
who wish to make poster presentations must prepare their posters with dimensions of 84 x
119 cm or 33 x 47 in (A0).
Climate
In the Philippines, November falls within the rainy season which starts in June. Average
temperatures in Manila vary from a low of 23.3°C to a high of 30.6°C. The average amount
of precipitation during the month of November is ~13.46 cm. For those who will join the
post-symposium excursion, the average temperature in Baguio ranges from 15 to 24°C with
an average precipitation of 5.79 cm. Participants are, thus, advised to bring light jackets and
rain gear (rain coats, wind-breakers, umbrellas).
Electricity
The standard voltage used by most business centers and residents is 220 volts AC, 60 cycles.
Exchange rate
The peso-dollar exchange rate, as of September 12, 2006 is P50.43 = USD1.00.
Important Dates
September 30
October 15
November 13
Deadline for room and hotel reservations
Deadline for payment of registration fees
Arrival of participants
---------- Please return this to the Organizing Committee by September 30, 2006 ---------Check () the appropriate box:
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Symposium only (November 14-15, 2006)
US$200.00
(includes admission to the poster and oral presentation
sessions and abstract volume, refreshments and welcome
dinner)
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Symposium + hotel (Nov. 13 – 15, 2006)
US$350.00
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Symposium + hotel (Nov. 13 – 15, 2006) + postUS$600.00
symposium excursion
Payment (excluding bank charges) should be transferred/deposited to:
CARLA B. DIMALANTA
Account No.: 42-70-00019-9
Bank name: East West Bank (Tomas Morato Branch)
Flight details
Arrival date:
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Departure Date:
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Accommodations and rates
Reservations for rooms and hotel accommodation will be made by the Secretariat for
participants of the symposium. Any change and/or cancellation of hotel reservations must be
relayed to the Secretariat before October 1, 2006.
Medical/accident and travel insurance
Participants are advised to secure their travel and medical/accident insurance during their
visit to the Philippines. The Organizing Committee will not be responsible for this.
Contact information
Dr. Carla B. Dimalanta
Tectonics and Geodynamics Group, National Institute of Geological Sciences
University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines 1101
Tel. No. (632) 9818500 ext. 3763
Fax No. (632) 9296047
Mobile No. (63) 9215013817; (63) 9178377304
Email Address: rwgmails@yahoo.com; geofi6cist@yahoo.com
Travel Information
Quezon City is located approximately 22 kms from the Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Participants traveling via Philippine Air Lines will disembark at Terminal 2 whereas those
traveling using other airlines will arrive at Terminal 1. Participants must provide the
Organizing Committee with their flight details because arrangements will be made for our
staff to pick up arriving participants from the airport and bring them to their respective
hotels.
Those who will join the field excursions are advised to bring a smaller bag which contains
only the clothes that you need for the excursion. We are going to store your suitcases in our
laboratory while you are on the excursion.
PAGASA
Science Garden
Airport to Quezon City
Sulo Hotel and PAGASA, Quezon City