Banner for the 76th Annual Meeting of the GSA Rocky Mountain Section. The left side features the Geological Society of America logo and event details: '76th Annual Meeting of the GSA Rocky Mountain Section, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 17–20 May 2026' on a green background. The right side shows a scenic view of Shiprock, a dramatic volcanic rock formation in New Mexico under a partly cloudy blue sky.

Technical Sessions

Opening reception: 17 May 2026

Technical sessions: 18-20 May 2026

The technical program consists of theme sessions and discipline sessions. Check back later to view the online program.

Abstract Submissions

Abstracts deadline: 24 Feb. 2026, 11:59 p.m. PST

Abstract submittal fee: GSA members: professionals: US$30; students: US$18. Non-members: professionals: US$60; students: US$36.

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Information for Presenters

Oral Sessions

Oral technical sessions have 20 minutes per presentation (17 minutes, presentation; 3 minutes, question and discussion). Presentations can be prepared using PowerPoint, PDF or Google Slide formats, using a 16:9 screen ratio. One laptop (no Macs available) with PowerPoint, one LCD projector, and one screen is provided for all oral sessions. In addition, each room is equipped with a lectern, microphone, wireless computer mouse and slide advancer, and a speaker timer.

Poster Sessions

Poster presenters have one 4' × 8' horizontal (landscape) poster display surface. Please check the program for specific times and locations. Numbers on the display surfaces correspond to the poster booth numbers listed in the Program. Push pins are recommended to mount posters, and some pins will be provided for each poster board.

 
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