Applications Open for the TIMREX Digital Geoscience Workshop 2026
The TIMREX consortium is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the TIMREX Digital Geoscience Workshop 2026, an international training programme focused on the latest digital methods supporting mineral exploration and critical raw materials assessment.
The workshop will provide participants with practical knowledge and hands-on experience in the integration of satellite remote sensing, LiDAR, geophysics, geochemistry and Artificial Intelligence into modern exploration workflows. The programme is delivered by geoscience experts from Wroclaw University of Science and Technology, Luleå University of Technology, Montanuniversität Leoben, the University of Zagreb and the University of Miskolc, and is supported and recommended by EIT RawMaterials.
SEE THE REGISTRATION FORM AT THE END OF THE PAGE OR IN THE FOLLOWING LINK
Workshop Dates and Venue
Online Workshop
15-16 October 2026 (18 hours)
On-site Workshop
26-27 October 2026 (16 hours)
Location
Wrocław University of Science and Technology (WUST), Poland, including a field programme at Zalas Mine featuring practical demonstrations using GPR, magnetometers, terrestrial laser scanning and drone technologies.
Who Should Attend?
The workshop is designed for:
- Geologists and mineral exploration professionals seeking advanced digital prospecting skills.
- Staff from Geological Surveys supporting implementation of the Critical Raw Materials Act.
- MSc and PhD students wishing to strengthen competencies in mineral prospectivity mapping and digital exploration workflows.
Training Topics
Participants will receive practical training in:
- Multispectral satellite data processing
- LiDAR and photogrammetry
- Airborne geophysics and satellite data integration
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning applications
- Surface geochemistry, GIS and geostatistics
- Porphyry copper exploration concepts
- Integrated exploration project design
The programme combines lectures and practical exercises using professional software tools including SNAP, CloudCompare, QGIS and MATLAB.
Registration Fees
| Participant Category | Online Workshop | On-site Workshop |
|---|---|---|
| Industry Professionals | €400 | €900 |
| Academia & Research Organisations (RTOs) | €300 | €600 |
| MSc & PhD Students | €100 | €300 |
| TIMREX Students | Free | €150 |
Capacity for the online workshop is unlimited, while places for the on-site workshop are limited.
What Is Included?
Online Workshop
- Live online sessions
- Digital training materials
- Pre-workshop learning resources
- Certificate of participation
On-site Workshop
- Practical training sessions
- Workshop materials
- Coffee breaks and lunches
- Local transportation during workshop activities
- Certificate of completion
Payment Instructions
Participants funding their own attendance should transfer the applicable registration fee using the following details:
Beneficiary: University of Zagreb, Faculty of Mining, Geology and Petroleum Engineering
Bank: Zagrebačka banka d.d.
Bank Address: Trg bana Jelačića 10, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
IBAN: HR28 2360 0001 1013 0343 1
SWIFT/BIC: ZABAHR2X
Currency: EUR
Payment Reference Format:
TIMREX Digital Geosciences Workshop 2026 – [Participant Full Name] – [Participant Category] – [Online Workshop / On-site Workshop]
For organisation-sponsored participation requiring an invoice, applicants should provide their organisation’s billing information, VAT number and participant details during registration. Invoices will be issued by the University of Zagreb, Faculty of Mining, Geology and Petroleum Engineering.
