From November 9 to 11, 2026, the Petrobras Research and Development Center (CENPES), in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, will host the 17th Latin American Congress on Organic Geochemistry (ALAGO 2026). The event will be organized by the Latin American Association of Organic Geochemistry (ALAGO) and will bring together researchers, industry professionals, and representatives from public and private institutions from across Latin America.

ALAGO 2026 represents an important milestone for integration and scientific advancement in the field of Organic Geochemistry. The congress aims to foster the exchange of knowledge and experiences among participants, encouraging dialogue between academia and industry through lectures, keynote conferences, short courses, round tables, and technical-scientific presentations. It will be a unique opportunity to strengthen collaborations, discuss new analytical methodologies, and explore emerging trends and challenges in Organic Geochemistry.

Holding the event at CENPES, one of the world’s leading energy research centers, highlights ALAGO’s commitment to innovation and scientific development aligned with societal needs. The congress will feature a high-level scientific program with the participation of renowned national and international experts, consolidating its position as the most important meeting in Latin America in this field.

The 17th Latin American Congress on Organic Geochemistry (ALAGO 2026) reinforces the importance of Organic Geochemistry as a fundamental link between science, energy, and sustainability, contributing to technological progress, the responsible use of natural resources, and the strengthening of partnerships between research and industry.

We look forward to welcoming you to this important event in the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, to celebrate knowledge, innovation, and scientific cooperation in support of a more integrated and transformative Organic Geochemistry community.

• Dr. Boniek Gontijo Vaz – Federal University of Goiás (UFG) – Chair 

• Dra. Lanaia Ítala Louzeiro Maciel – Federal University of Goiás (UFG) – Member

• Dra. Deborah Victória Aguiar – Federal University of Goiás (UFG) – Member

• Dr. Alberto Wisniewski Junior – Federal University of Sergipe (UFS) – Secretary-General of ALAGO

• Dr. Rut Amelia Díaz Ramos – Fluminense Federal University (UFF) – Treasurer of ALAGO

• Dr. Eliane Soares de Souza – State University of Northern Fluminense (UENF) – Treasurer of ALAGO

• Dr. Vinícius Barreto Pereira – Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) – Member

• Prof. Laércio Lopes Martins – Universidade Estadual do Norte Fluminense – Member

• Dr. Georgiana Feitosa da Cruz – State University of Northern Fluminense (UENF) – Member

• Letycia de Barcelos Machado – Federal University of Goiás (UFG) – Creative & Communications

• Dra. Jussara Valente Roque
• Dra. Liliana López
• Dr. Bruno Quirino Araújo
• Dr. Martin Eugenio Fasola
• Dr. André Lucas Batista de Lima
• Dr. Luiz Antonio Freitas Trindade
• Dra. Caroline Adolphsson do Nascimento
• Dra. Luiza Rodrigues Rocha
• Dr. Andre Henrique Barbosa de Oliveira
• Dra. Maria Elisabete Machado
• Dr. André Luiz Durante Spigolon
• Dra. Débora de Almeida Azevedo
• Dr. Marcelo Corrêa Bernardes
• Dr. Jorge Armando Orrego-Ruiz
• Dr. Damian Villalba

Cenpes - Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil

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