Rocscience International Conference 2025
The Rocscience International Conference 2025 (RIC2025) will be a momentous event, scheduled to take place from April 6-8, 2025, in Sydney, Australia, where geotechnical professionals from across the globe will converge. The primary aim of this conference will be to establish a platform for the exchange of innovative ideas and the discussion of critical issues in geotechnical engineering. By providing attendees with networking opportunities, RIC2025 will facilitate collaborations that could potentially lead to groundbreaking advancements in the field.
The theme of the conference, "Beyond the Surface: Deepening our Understanding of Geotechnical Challenges," is carefully chosen to reflect the evolving nature of the geotechnical industry. As challenges in this field become increasingly intricate, it will be essential for engineers to delve deeper into the underlying complexities. RIC2025 will seek to inspire attendees to explore these challenges from new perspectives, encouraging them to push the boundaries of their understanding and develop innovative solutions.
Overall, RIC2025 is expected to be a resounding success, leaving a lasting impact on the geotechnical engineering community. Attendees will depart with new insights, valuable connections, and a renewed sense of purpose, ready to tackle the complex challenges that lie ahead in the field of geotechnical engineering.
Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient
Professor Harry Poulos
Rocscience is proud to announce the recipient of the 2025 Lifetime Achievement Medal, Dr. Harry Poulos.
Dr. Poulos is an Emeritus Professor at the University of Sydney and a Senior Consultant with Tetra Tech Coffey in Sydney, Australia. He is renowned for his groundbreaking work in geotechnical engineering, highlighted by prestigious lectures such as the 1989 Rankine Lecture, the 2004 Terzaghi Lecture, and the 2009 Terzaghi Oration.
Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Poulos has contributed to numerous landmark projects worldwide, including the iconic Burj Khalifa in Dubai. His outstanding achievements have been recognized with numerous accolades, highlighting his exceptional contributions to engineering.
Abstract and Paper Submissions
GENERAL TOPICS
- Rock mass characterization
- Soil properties and characterization
- Discrete fracture networks modelling and application
- Hydrogeology in mining and civil geotechnical engineering
- Coupled thermo-hydro-mechanical modelling
- In-situ stress measurement and estimation
- Rock mechanics advances in constitutive and numerical modelling
- Probabilistic and reliability methods
- Recent innovations in laboratory and field testing
- Advances in imaging and other emerging technologies
- Advances in 3D excavation modelling
- Applications of artificial intelligence and machine learning in geotechnical engineering
MINING
- Stability modelling of underground mine excavations
- Open pit stability analysis
- Stability analysis of tailings storage facilities and embankments
- Ground support innovations in mining
- Latest technologies in rock blasting and fragmentation
- Rock mass and excavation response to seismic events and dynamic stimulations
- Seismic and micro-seismic monitoring
CIVIL
- Soil mechanics
- Soil improvement techniques
- Civil rock mechanics
- Soil-structure interactions
- Slope stability, dams and embankments
- Recent advances in mechanically stabilized and reinforced wall analysis and design
- Shallow and deep foundation analysis and design
- Tunnelling
- Liquefaction analysis
Evert Hoek Legacy Medal
The Rocscience International Conference 2025 proudly announces the inaugural Evert Hoek Legacy Medal, a prestigious new award that will become a permanent fixture at all future conferences. This distinguished accolade will be presented to the author of the most outstanding paper at the Rocscience International Conference 2025, celebrating the innovative spirit and rigorous scholarship that Dr. Evert Hoek exemplified throughout his illustrious career.
Award Details
- Prize: The winning paper will receive the Evert Hoek Legacy Medal along with a cash prize of USD $2000.
- Eligibility: All papers submitted for the Rocscience International Conference are eligible for consideration.
- Selection: Expert judges will evaluate submissions based on their originality, impact, and contribution to geotechnical engineering.
Editorial Policy
Publication Guidelines
All submitted papers must be written in English and presented in English.
Authors must ensure that their submitted papers for RIC2025 have not been accepted for another conference or published previously. Papers must also not be duplicates of previously published manuscripts. (Duplicates refer to papers that significantly overlap with already published manuscripts.)
All papers must be submitted electronically in Microsoft Word through the conference portal.
Every paper must:
- Include the title of the work, abstract, authors' names, affiliations, and e-mail addresses
- Follow conventions outlined in the paper template, including paragraphing, sections, sub-sections and referencing formats, use of italics, and labelling of figures and drawings
- Drawings and their labelling must be legible
View Accepted Abstract List
Timelines
We announced the list of accepted abstracts on November 18, 2024 - View list of Accepted Abstracts
Last day for paper submission - January 31, 2025
Ethics
Authors of RIC2025 papers must correctly attribute knowledge or information from the works of other researchers. They must adhere to widely accepted ethical standards on identifying sources to protect against plagiarism. Authors must also disclose data sources, outline how they collected the data for their conference paper and adhere to recognized ethical research practices.
Authors must list research funding sources in their papers, including direct and indirect financial support and in-kind support. These sources may be listed under an 'Acknowledgments' section or appropriately identified in the main text.
Should reviewers seek clarification on matters such as originality or data sources, authors must promptly provide the required responses.
Review Process
RIC2025 will ensure that experts with relevant expertise review papers. The conference's reviewers will carefully read papers, treat authors fairly and provide constructive feedback. They will consider papers as confidential information and keep their identity from authors. If reviewers need clarification about any aspects or have a conflict of interest, they will immediately consult with the conference chairs.
Rocscience International Conference Student Paper Contest (RICSPC)
Calling all aspiring geotechnical engineers! We invite you to participate in the prestigious Rocscience International Conference 2025 (RIC2025) Student Paper Contest. This exciting opportunity allows you to showcase your innovative ideas and research in geotechnical engineering on an international stage.
How to Participate:
1. Submit a 2-page extended abstract for initial review
2. If selected as a finalist, prepare a full paper
3. Present your work at the Student Paper Contest oral session during RIC2025
This contest is an excellent platform to apply geotechnical concepts to real-world problems, develop your problem-solving skills, and enhance your ability to communicate complex ideas effectively.
Awards
RIC2025 will award three prizes:
The contest seeks to encourage students to apply geotechnical concepts and modeling tools to real-world problems. It aims to inspire students to develop creative problem-solving skills and effectively communicate their ideas, highly prized attributes in industry and academia.
Selection Process
A panel of industry and academia judges (and from various geotechnical sub-specialties) have reviewed the submissions and the judges have selected the top four submissions as finalists. The finalists will submit and present full papers at the Student Paper Contest oral session at RIC2025 in Sydney, Australia in April 2025.
Why Participate:
- Gain international exposure for your research.
- Network with industry leaders and fellow students.
- Potentially win awards and recognition for your work.
- Boost your academic and professional profile.
Don't miss this chance to be part of a groundbreaking event that aims to deepen our understanding of geotechnical challenges. Mark your calendars and start preparing your abstracts. We look forward to your innovative contributions to the field of geotechnical engineering!
RIC2025 Specialized Technical Modules
Elevate Your Conference Experience with Customized Learning
As part of the Rocscience International Conference 2025, we're excited to offer an exclusive opportunity to deepen your technical expertise. Our specialized teaching modules are designed to complement the main conference program, providing hands-on, in-depth learning experiences in key areas of geotechnical engineering.
How It Works:
- Six cutting-edge modules are available, covering a range of advanced topics
- Choose any three modules to create your personalized course
- Each module is carefully crafted to provide practical, applicable knowledge
Available Modules:
Module 1 (Choose one):
- 1(a): Python Scripting for Tunnel Modelling with RS2
- 1(b): Analysis of Toppling Mechanisms using RocSlope2, RS2, and RS3
Module 2 (Choose one):
- 2(a): Identifying Key Blocks and Support Requirements for Rock Slopes and Tunnels using ShapeMetriX, RocSlope3 and RocTunnel3
- 2(b): Application of Piezometer Data in Transient Groundwater Analysis in RS2 and RS3
Module 3 (Choose one):
- 3(a): Tailings Dam and Embankment Stability with Limit Equilibrium and Numerical Methods
- 3(b): Integrated Pile-Settlement Analysis: RSPile and Settle3 for Cutting-Edge Foundation Engineering
How to Enroll:
- Register for the RIC2025 conference + course package
- Email your three module selections to ric2025@rocscience.com
Don't miss this unique opportunity to customize your learning experience at RIC2025. These modules are designed to provide you with valuable skills and knowledge that you can immediately apply in your professional practice.
Join us at RIC2025 and take your geotechnical expertise to the next level!
Keynote Speakers
Dr. Youssef M A Hashash
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Topic:
Advances in Nonlinear Seismic Structure-Fluid-Soil Interaction Modelling
Dr. Vassilios Marinos
National Technical University of Athens
Topic:
Integration of Rock Mass Classification Systems and Behavior with Geotechnical Design Tools for Tunnelling - Quantifying the Qualitative
Venue
Shangri-La Sydney
176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia
Registration Fees
Tickets
Early Bird (until November 30, 2024)
- Conference Only - $695*
- Course + Conference - $895*
Regular Pricing
- Conference Only - $995*
- Course + Conference - $1195*
*All prices are in USD
Conference Pass
Conference Pass + Course
Platinum Sponsor
Conference Chairs
General Chair
Thamer Yacoub
CEO and President
Rocscience
Technical Chair
Reginald Hammah
Director of Rocscience in Africa
Rocscience
Technical Chair
Alison McQuillan
Director of Rocscience in Australia
Rocscience