Workshop

CALL FOR MERCURY WORKSHOPS
CLOSING DATE: 28th February 2026

As part of the 17th ICMGP 2026, the Executive Committee is pleased to announce the opening of the call for mini proposals to conduct workshops during the opening day registration, scheduled for Sunday, 4th October 20206, at the IIT Hyderabad Convention Centre, India.

These Pre-Conference Workshops offer a dynamic and interactive platform for learning, collaboration, and innovation across all facets of mercury science. Whether you are addressing complex mercury challenges, exploring cutting-edge technologies, or sharing best practices, the Mercury Workshops are designed to foster deep engagement and knowledge exchange.

A RANGE OF TOPICS TO CONSIDER…OR PROPOSE A NEW TOPIC…

A range of categories/topics for the 17th ICGMP 2026 Mercury Workshops have been identified. Prospective presenters are invited to submit their mini proposals on any of the following topics or propose a new topic they believe is important to showcase as part of the Mercury Workshop Series:

  • ASGM Best Practice Methods
  • Mercury Advisories
  • Atmospheric Monitoring & Cycling: Mercury sources, deposition, fate & transport
  • Biomonitoring: Ecosystem approaches, water, wildlife, human, passive sampling
  • FAO Program on Mercury
  • Global Mercury Program: Policy Elements: UN collaboration
  • Socio-Economic and Behavioural Science Aspects related to Mercury
  • Minamata Convention: Interfacing Science and Policy
  • Isotopic analysis
  • Setting up Country-wide Mercury Deposition Networks
  • New analytical methods / Metrology QA/QC
  • NGO Mercury Analytical tools
  • Mercury Emissions and Climate Change
  • Life-cycle Assessment applications and Mercury Exposure from technologies
  • Mercury Research in Asia (Current and Future Status)
  • Emerging technologies, software and tools for use in mercury research
  • Techniques and equipment in mercury research in the field
  • Emerging issues in mercury research
Participants will benefit from:
  • In-depth exposure to diverse areas of mercury research and application
  • Opportunities to connect with potential collaborators and co-authors across disciplines
  • Interactive sessions led by globally recognized experts in mercury science, policy, and governance
The offerings of the Workshops are endless, and you will be part of:
  • Expert-led discussions on emerging or controversial mercury topics
  • Demonstrations of new technologies and analytical methods
  • Hands-on training in mercury-relevant software or data tools
Submit Your Mini-Proposal:
  • We invite all members of the mercury community, viz., scientists, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to submit mini proposals to host a workshop/s during the Mercury Workshop Series to be held at ICMGP 2026, in Hyderabad, India.
To submit your Mini-Proposal, please complete & return the attached template, including:
  • Workshop Title / Topic
  • Brief description to attract attendees and highlight relevance
  • Any logistical or technical needs (e.g., equipment, room setup) for participants

Submissions are now open! This is your opportunity to shape the learning experience at ICMGP 2026 and contribute to the advancement of mercury science and collaboration.

The ICGMP 2026 Mercury Workshops Mini-Proposals shall be reviewed by one Executive Committee member and one Scientific Steering Committee member, who shall work together with identified members of the Scientific Steering Committee to finalise the selection of the Workshops to be held at the upcoming 17th ICMGP Conference.

Prospective Workshop Presenters shall be notified and confirmed on 1 April 2026.

Email Subject Line: ICMGP 2026 Workshop: Workshop Name

Please email the submissions to: secretariat@icmgp2026india.com with copy to asif@ce.iith.ac.in and jagannath.biswakarma@bristol.ac.uk

Please download and fill the workshop form below

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CONFERENCE SECRETARIAT

Prof. Asif Qureshi

Dr. Jagannath Biswakarma

  • Chair, ICMGP India 2026

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