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Carlsbad, CA--Gemologists and other scientists are invited to submit poster presentation abstracts for consideration as part of Converge, being held September 7 – 10 in Carlsbad.

Converge brings together Gemological Institute of America’s gemological research and industry education functions with the American Gem Society’s professional development and opportunities to connect. The two organizations say this helps “gem and jewelry professionals embrace change, navigate uncertainty and uncover new opportunities for continued success.” 

Submitted abstracts must fall into one of the conference’s research themes and will be reviewed for appropriateness and scientific merit. The themes are:

• Gemology – the evolving science of gems
• Diamonds – geology, characterization, evaluation, sources, treatments
• Colored Stones – formation, identification, treatment localities 
• Pearls – sources, identification, treatments
• Instruments, New Technologies and Techniques 

Abstracts for the poster session may be submitted to posters@gia.edu by June 16. All abstracts should include:

• Title of the proposed poster presentation 
• Name, affiliation, mailing address, telephone number and e-mail address of the presenter 
• The conference theme for which the abstract is intended
• Brief summary of the research (about 400 words) 
• One figure or table (optional) 

Notification of acceptance will be sent by July 1. Presenters will be provided with an easel and foamboard 44 in. tall × 91 in. wide (111.76 × 231.14 cm) for their posters. Depending on the number of accepted abstracts, posters may rotate during the three-day event. Poster presenters must register for at least one day of Converge. Registration options and other information can be found at www.ConvergeEvent.com.