International Union of Geological Sciences

The International Union of Geological Sciences (IUGS) is an international non-governmental organization devoted to international cooperation in the field of geology. As of 2023, it represents more than 1 million geoscientists around the world.

International Union of Geological Sciences
AbbreviationIUGS
Formation1961 (1961)
TypeINGO, standards organization
HeadquartersFounded in Paris, France, secretariat in Beijing, China
Region served
Worldwide
President (2020-2024):
Prof. John Ludden (UK)
Key people
  • Stanley Finney
    (Secretary General, (2020-2024))
  • Hiroshi Kitazato
    (Treasurer)
Parent organization
International Science Council (ISC)
Websitehttps://www.iugs.org/
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