14th International Symposium on Environmental Geotechnology and Global Sustainable Development in Conjunction with 2026 Global Ecosystems and Sustainable Development Symposium.
This expanded two-part ISEG/GGSD-2026 Mega Symposium is an outgrowth of 13 regular ISEG conferences/symposia
which started in 1993, and many other forums with the continuing objective of applying technical and social science knowledge from
a diversity of disciplines to address critical issues in sustainable development.
organized by
Global Institute of Sustainable Development, Advanced Analysis and Design (GISDAAD), Concord, NC, USA (Global headquarters) and Abuja, Nigeria.
in collaboration with
This expanded two-part ISEG/GGSD-2026 Mega Symposium is an outgrowth of 13 regular ISEG conferences/symposia which started in 1993, and many other forums with the common objective of applying technical and social science knowledge from a diversity of disciplines to address critical issues in sustainable development and geoenvironmental engineering.
Part A will focus on fundamental aspects of Environmental Geotechnology to be treated by experts from various parts of the world such as researchers, practitioners, analysts, educators and engineers. It will include theoretical modeling, experimental techniques, field studies, and demonstrations of new methods.
Part B is the most recent complement of the ISEG conferences since 1993. It brings together technical and social science knowledge across disciplines to address sustainable development and geoenvironmental issues in diverse socioeconomic sectors.
| S/N | Item Description | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration fee for ISEG/GGSD 2026 Mega Symposium Part A | 350 |
| 2 | Registration fee for ISEG/GGSD 2026 Mega Symposium Part B | 350 |
| 3 |
Safari Tour Covering: • Nairobi National Park (6 AM - 12 Noon) • Organized lunch in Nairobi (12 noon) • Nairobi National Museum (3-5pm) (per person) |
400 |
| 4 |
Short Courses (content to be provided) (per person, per course) |
500 |
Opportunity to network with people across the globe in the symposium, tour and dinner night.
Learning new skills, strategies and gaining new insights into business expansion and creativity boosting.
Experts in different fields are invited from as speakers across the world.
The courses gives you access to internationally recognized certifications.
Networking with people from all walks of life give you business continental access access .
Explore the beautiful nature of the Kenya Safari with other people from all walks of life.
| Aug 30, 2025 | Release of Internal Bulletin 2 |
| Oct 10, 2025 | Release of Bulletin 3: Call for Abstracts, Sponsored-Session Proposals & Exhibitions |
| March 30, 2026 | Deadline for online 4-Page Abstracts using Specified format. |
| Mar 30, 2026 | Deadline for Submission of Sponsored-Session Proposals |
| Mar 30, 2026 | Deadline for Submission of Exhibition Plans & Registrations |
| May 30, 2026 | Production of Mega Symposium Program & Call for Registration. |
| Jun 30, 2026 | Deadline for Regular Registration and Shortcourse Registration |
| Aug 9 2026 | Beginning of Mega Symposium |
| Aug 14, 2026 | Closing Ceremoney of the Mega Symposium |
| Aug 15, 2026 | Mega Symposium Shortcourses |
| Day 1, Aug 9 | Arrival of Participants |
| Day 2, Aug 10 | On-Site Registration for Part A, Opening Ceremony for Part A, Keynotes, Sessions, ISEG Council & Elections |
| Day 3, Aug 11 | Paper Presentations in parallel Sessions, Poster Sessions, ISEG Awards and Prizes, Part A Closing Dinner |
| Day 4, Aug 12 | Safari Tour of the Nairobi National Park (6am-12 noon), Lunch, and Nairobi Museum Visit |
| Day 5, Aug 13 | On-site Registration, Opening Ceremony, GADR Relaunch, Keynotes, Parallel Sessions, Exhibitions |
| Day 6, Aug 14 | Parallel & Poster Sessions, Panels, Forums, Sponsored Sessions, Cultural Night & Closing Dinner |
| Day 7, Aug 15 | Short Courses & Training Program |
On-Site Registration for Part A
Opening Ceremony for Part A
Keynote Presentations
Parallel Session Presentations
ISEG Council Meeting (evening)
ISEG Elections (evening)
Paper Presentations In Parallel Sessions
Poster Papers
ISEG Awards And Prizes
Part A Closing Dinner
ISEG Honorary President and Founding Chair and Distinguished Professor, Global Institute for Sustainable
Development, Advanced Analyses and Design (GISDAAD), Concord, NC, USA and Abuja, Nigeria.
Dean of Suzhou HighTech Research Institute, Nanjing University, Suzhou,
Jiangsu, China
Professor of Oceanography, University of Calabar, Calabar,
Nigeria.
D. L. Shah Chair Professor of Innovation, Indian
Institute of Technology, Bombay (IIT-B), Mumbai, India.
Mining Environmental Consultant and
ISEG Council Member (Europe).
Member of the Board of the
International Committee of the History of Technology
(ICOHTEC) and Professor in the program on history of
Science and Epistemology, Federal University of Rio de
Janeiro, Brazil.
Our Sponsors are our backbone and they stand to enjoy lots of global benefits.
Reviews from ISEG /GGSD Past attendees.
“I have been attending for years and I have never regretted it for once. Thanks to ISEG, I made friends and businesss associates. “
“At first, I was skeptical but, ISEG exceeded my expectations and I must attend ISEG this year.”
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