Reflections on ISSMGE past

Norbert R. Morgenstern

In the proceedings of: GEO2011: 64th Canadian Geotechnical Conference, 14th Pan-American Conference on Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering, 5th Pan-American Conference on Teaching and Learning of Geotechnical Engineering

Session: ISSMGE 75th Anniversary

ABSTRACT: This presentation summarizes the evolution of ISSMGEE, from its first International Conference with 206 delegates to its current status with nearly 19,000 members. Three phases are defined: Infancy, followed by Adolescence and Maturity. Personal reflections accompany the discussion of each phase. On this 75th Anniversary of ISSMGE, the Society can look back on its achievements with considerable pride.

RESUMEN: Esta presentación resume la evolución del ISSMGE, desde la primera Conferencia Internacional con 206 delegados, hasta su situación actual con casi 19,000 miembros. Tres fases son definidas: Infancia, seguida de Adolescencia y Madurez. La discusión de cada fase esta acompañada por reflexiones personales. En este 75 aniversario del ISSMGE, la Sociedad puede mirar atrás y contemplar sus logros con orgullo.

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Norbert R. Morgenstern (2011) Reflections on ISSMGE past in GEO2011. Ottawa, Ontario: Canadian Geotechnical Society.

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