The Gemological Institute of America (G.I.A.) has announced that its 2011 Symposium will be held in Carlsbad, California, May 29 - 30.
Running under the theme, "Advancing the Science and Business of Gems," the Symposium will discuss technological advances and practical knowledge to help jewelers and gemologist keep up-to-speed with rapid changes and challenges they face.
There are two parallel tracks in the Symposium - Advances in Gemological Research and Advancing the Gem Industry - which will feature ideas and innovative insight on topics such as:
- Gem localities and formation
- Diamond, colored stone, and pearl identification
- New technologies in gem characterization
- Global marketing and distribution
- Political, ethical, and legal issues
- Gem evaluation and appraisal
- Jewelry history and museum studies
- Jewelry design and manufacturing
Some highlights for Symposium 2011 will include:
- Presentations by renowned scientists and industry experts
- GIA-styled War Room
- Posters of inventive research projects
- Field trips to both the gem pegmatites in San Diego County, and the All that Glitters Exhibition held in the San Diego Natural History Museum
- Hands-on workshops
- ...and much more!
The Symposium will be held at GIA's World Headquarters and Robert Mouawad Campus in Carlsbad, California, May 29 - 30, 2011. Registration opens on October 15, and capacity is limited!
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