News & AnnouncementsImportant information from the mineralogical community

The YoungMins were there for you at GeoMinBochum! The conference took place from 20 to 24 September 2026. We’d like to share a few impressions with you!

With the interview series “Applied Mineralogists and Crystallographers”, the DMG introduces people and research fields from both Sections. In this edition, Elena Sturm from LMU Munich provides insights into her work on geomaterials in technology and the environment, as well as her research on nanostructured and composite materials.

The German Mineralogical Society awards the Doris Schachner Medal 2026 to PD Dr. habil. Melanie Kaliwoda in recognition of her outstanding contributions to raising the public profile of mineralogy.

The German Mineralogical Society awards Prof. Jens Götze the Georg Agricola Medal in recognition of his internationally renowned research, his outstanding commitment to teaching, and his successful efforts to bridge the gap between science and the public.

In recognition of his innovative research and commitment to the international scientific community, the German Mineralogical Society awards Richard Wirth the Abraham Gottlob Werner Medal.

Prof. Dr Alisa Machner holds the Chair of Mineral Construction Materials at the Technical University of Munich, where she conducts research into sustainable building materials.

Dr Hella Wittmann-Oelze works as a researcher at the Helmholtz Centre for Geosciences in Potsdam, where she is head of the Cosmogenic Nuclide Laboratory. Her field of research is Earth’s surface geochemistry.

The YoungMins will be representing you at GeoMinBochum. The conference takes place from 20 to 24 September 2026. Do pop along to the DMG stand or attend the jointly organised Young Scientists Session!

Introduction of the newly elected Deputy Chair of DMG, Prof. Dr. Claudia Weidenthaler and her appeal for the future, societal relevance, and promotion of the next generation in mineralogy.

Das gemeinsame Sektionstreffen Petrologie/Petrophysik und Geochemie brachte am 12. und 13. Juni Nachwuchswissenschaftler*innen an der Universität Potsdam zusammen. Mit 18 Vorträgen und 26 Postern bot die Tagung ein vielfältiges Programm zu aktuellen Themen der Petrologie und Geochemie sowie viel Raum für wissenschaftlichen Austausch und Vernetzung.

The German Mineralogical Society mourns the loss of its honorary member, Prof. Dr. Friedrich Seifert, the founder and long-time director of the Bavarian Geological Institute (BGI), who passed away on May 7, 2026.

The DMG Beate Mocek Award supports early-career women scientists in mineralogy, particularly in the fields of petrology and geochemistry. In 2026, the award is presented to two outstanding early-career scientists. One of this year’s recipients is Annalena Stroh from Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz.

The DMG Beate Mocek Award supports early-career women scientists in mineralogy, particularly in the fields of petrology and geochemistry. In 2026, the award is presented to two outstanding early-career scientists. One of this year’s recipients is Anne Sturm from Heidelberg University.

The DMG is delighted to present the 2025 Early Career Award for an outstanding poster and an outstanding oral presentation at the Geo4Göttingen Annual Meeting to two early-career scientists. The second award recipient is Angelina Abel from the University of Göttingen.

The DMG is delighted to present the 2025 Early Career Award for an outstanding poster and an outstanding oral presentation at the Geo4Göttingen Annual Meeting to two early-career scientists. One of this year’s award recipients is Vanessa Winkler from Leibniz University Hannover.

A mineral with a long history – and a strong future: Gypsum is the Mineral of the Year 2026. A closer look reveals why this seemingly ordinary material is a true circular resource.

A conference report by Paula Sablowski on the 2026 joint workshop of the DMG sections "Applied Mineralogy" and "Crystallography" in Bad Windsheim, highlighting industry dialogue, early-career support, and current research topics.

From lithium to iron – stable isotopes as the key to understanding the Earth. The 2026 DMG short course at the GFZ in Potsdam offers a practical introduction to modern isotope geochemistry and the application of high-precision mass spectrometry.

Interview series on “Applied Mineralogists” and “Crystallographers”

From sample preparation to data analysis: Discover the basics of SEM-based automated mineralogy and learn how modern analytical methods provide quantitative insights into mineralogical and textural properties.

From thermodynamics to the modelling of natural systems: discover how to use Geochemist’s Workbench® and model geochemical processes using practical examples from hydrogeochemistry, sediments and soils.

Announcement of the 2026 joint annual meeting of the DMG sections Petrology/Petrophysics and Geochemistry in Potsdam, including information on venue, schedule, costs, and registration.

How can we foster lasting enthusiasm among the next generation of STEM students? In his opening remarks, Frank Schilling highlights the key role of mineralogy in addressing future challenges and calls for long-term initiatives to counter declining student enrollment.

From Lu-Hf geochronology to triple oxygen isotope geochemistry: Victor Moritz Goldschmidt Award winner Dr. Daniel Herwartz develops innovative analytical tools to tackle fundamental geoscientific questions.

Report by DMG Chair Horst Marschall on the current status of the professional historical investigation into the DMG's history during National Socialism.

Announcement and Call for Papers for the 2026 joint workshop of the DMG sections "Applied Mineralogy" and "Crystallography" in Bad Windsheim, including all organizational details.

2025 Doris Schachner Medal awarded to Friedhelm von Blanckenburg: Honoring outstanding contributions to the visibility and future of mineralogy.

Unlocking Botswana’s mantle roots: Early Career Award winner Aleksandr Rakipov advances mantle geochemistry.

This year, the DMG is awarding the Abraham Gottlob Werner Medal to Andreas Mulch.