About the Association
A global community of applied geochemists advancing science across exploration, environment and analytical research since 1970.
Who we are
About the Association
The Association of Applied Geochemists (AAG) is a global community of applied geochemists working across exploration, environment, and analytical research. Founded in 1970, our mission is to advance the science and the people who practice it.
Our purpose
- Advance the science of geochemistry as it relates to mineral exploration and the environment
- Facilitate the acquisition, exchange and distribution of scientific knowledge
- Encourage research and development
- Sponsor symposia, seminars and technical meetings
- Support students in applied geochemistry
How we achieve it
- Publishes the journal Geochemistry: Exploration, Environment, Analysis (GEEA)
- Publishes the quarterly science newsletter EXPLORE
- Supports the journal Elements
- Leads the biennial International Applied Geochemistry Symposia (IAGS)
- Convenes regional meetings and co-sponsors meetings with other scientific societies
- Supports students with low membership fees and research and travel grants
- Provides access to specialized publications, lectures and podcasts
Bylaws
Governing rules of the Association
Code of Ethics
Standards our members uphold
The people behind the AAG
Governance
The Association is led by its Executive Officers and a Council of volunteer members from around the world, supported by Regional Councillors who champion the AAG locally.
Executive Officers
Renguang Zuo
China
Bio coming soon.
Alexander Seyfarth
USA
Bio coming soon.
Dave Smith
USA
Bio coming soon.
Gwendy Hall
Canada
Bio coming soon.
Dennis Arne
Australia
Bio coming soon.
Councillors
2025–2026
Pedro Acosta-Góngora
Norway
Ray Lett
Canada
Aaron Baensch
Australia
Anna Petts
Australia
Paul Morris
Australia
2026–2027
Patrice de Caritat
Australia
Behnam Sadeghi
Australia
John Carranza
South Africa
Martiya Sadeghi
Sweden
Bimin Zhang
China
Each year the Association seeks motivated and energetic AAG members to stand for election as Ordinary Councillors. If you would like to be more involved, please contact the AAG Business Office for more information.
Regional Councillors
Regional Councillors connect with local universities, government agencies, and exploration companies to promote the interests of the AAG in their specific region.
João H. Larizzatti
Brazil
Brian Townley
Chile
Xueqiu Wang
China
Pertti Sarala
Northern Europe
Stefano Albanese
Southern Europe
Iftikhar A. Malik
South East Asia
Theophilus Davies
Southern Africa
Get in touch
Business Office & Webmaster
Contact the AAG Business Office for membership enquiries, purchasing publications, address changes, or any additional information.
Jane Graham
Office Manager
- Telephone
- 613-290-7577
- Mailing address
- AAG Business Office
P.O. Box 567, 223 St. Lawrence St.
Merrickville, ON, Canada K0G 1N0
Documents & resources
More about the Association
Explore the documents and programmes that guide our work. Additional files and detailed content will be added here over time.
Code of Ethics
The professional standards and ethical principles every AAG member agrees to uphold. Full document available to download.
View Code of EthicsAwards & Medals
The AAG recognises outstanding scientific achievement and service through its Gold, Silver and Cameron-Hall Copper Medals and Honorary Fellowships.
Explore awardsRegional Councillor Activities
Reports and updates from our Regional Councillors on applied geochemistry activities across the world.
Read reportsBylaws
The formal bylaws that define how the Association is structured, governed and operated.
Download PDFJoin a global community of applied geochemists
Connect with professionals in industry, academia and government, access our publications, and help advance the application of geochemistry worldwide.