The Workshop Organizers are soliciting abstracts for the following micropile topics:
Wednesday, 24 September 2025:
Thursday, 25 September 2025:
Friday, 26 September 2025:
Saturday, 27 September 2025:
We are delighted to present the Special Lectures lineup for the 17th Workshop in Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico:
Detailed daily agenda to download is available below.
Please note, that on Friday the buses to the Awards Dinner depart at 19:30 from the Barcelo Hotel.
ISM’s World Cup of Micropiles is an international competition to seek out a micropile project that stands above all others. Five regions of the globe compete at the International Workshop on Micropiles: North America, South and Central America, Europe, Africa and Central Asia (Russia, Middle East and India) and Australasia.
The regional winners have been selected to represent their regions in the International Society for Micropiles’ (ISM’s) 6th World Cup of Micropiles Competition being held at ISM’s 17th International Workshop on Micropiles, October 13–16, in Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico.
The winning project will receive the Micropile World Cup to keep until the next ISM Workshop.
The Gala Dinner with the Awards Reception is taking place on Friday 26th September in Nou Racó Restaurant – a Unique Venue in the Heart of l’Albufera.
Located in the stunning natural setting of l’Albufera in Valencia, Nou Racó restaurant blends the essence of Valencian cuisine with an unparalleled environment. Surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and nestled by the lagoon, this venue offers a culinary experience renowned for its exquisite rice dishes, traditional cuisine, and dedication to excellence.
We are delighted to announce that the gala dinner will take place at this iconic restaurant. It promises to be a special evening where guests will enjoy the authentic essence of Valencia in an elegant and exclusive setting.
Transportation to the gala dinner is arranged for the attendees.. We look forward to celebrating this special evening with you.
Please note, that on Friday the buses to the Gala Dinner depart at 19:30 from the Barcelo Hotel.
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Abstracts Due: Monday December 14, 2026
Acceptance Notifications: Monday, January 25, 2027
Draft Papers or Presentations Due: Monday, May 3, 2027
Reviewer Comments Due to Author: Monday, June 14, 2027
Final Papers or Presentations Due: Monday, July 19, 2027
Authors Please Register By: Monday, July 19, 2027
Final Presentations (for all authors) Due: Monday, September 27, 2027
The official language of the conference is English; however, for those who may require assistance, we recommend using a live translation app to enhance your experience.
