Preliminary schedule:

Preliminary scientific program:

1. The most advanced technologies and instrumentation in LRS,
   1. Portable Raman instrumentation for field application
   2. Synergistic application of LRS with other technologies,
   3. Advanced LRS technology and instruments
2. The newest LRS applications in the fields of
   1. Mineral Physics and Geophysics
   2. Geological Fluids
   3. Planetary Sciences and Space Exploration
   4. Carbonaceous Material Science and Geothermometry
   5. Astrobiology and Paleobiology
   6. Biomineralization and Environmental Science
   7. Cultural Heritage and Archaeology
   8. General Mineralogy, Gemmology, and Petrology

Sponsorship opportunities at conference

1. Exhibition booth;
2. Sponsored Golden and Silver events;
3. Advertisement materials;
4. Participation in all activities during conference;

New awards and opportunities for young scientists:

1. The best oral and poster presentations given by graduate students;
2. The best oral and poster presentations given by early career scientists (within 5 years of the PhD);
3. Organized events for young scientists;

Information on venue:

1. Conference halls located on the beautiful campus of Washington University in St. Louis. Lecture hall and Exhibition hall are within 1 minute walking distance. Exhibition Hall will host Opening Ceremony, daily coffee breaks, and Poster sessions.
2. Washington University campus is connected by a two-line Metrolink light-rail system to St. Louis Lambert International Airport, local hotels, and restaurants, and within walking distance of Forest Park, the Art Museum, St. Louis Zoo, and St. Louis Science Center.
3. The conference field trip will take place in the internationally recognized lead-mining region of Missouri and features an underground tour of a now-inactive, historic lead mine.