Memorandum of Understanding between IAVCEI and the Volcanological Society ofJapan (VSJ)
10 April 2024

I.

Preface.

The International Association of Volcanology and Chemistry of the Earth’s Interior(hereafter IAVCEI) and the Volcanological Society of Japan (hereafter VSJ) want to foster
initiatives aimed to the growth of Volcanology in the scientific community. To that effect,
IAVCEI and VSJ agree to sign this Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that (i)establishes a framework that regulates the mutual relationship between the twoassociations and (ii) outlines a collaborative action plan for supporting Volcanology andscientists working on volcanoes. The MoU adheres to the statutes of both IAVCEI and VSJ,
the main objectives of which are:Objectives of IAVCEIa) Promote the study of volcanoes, volcanic eruptions, volcanic processes, eruptive
deposits, volcanic hazards and risks, as well as magmatic processes and thechemistry of the Earth's interior. This is achieved through the dissemination ofresearch results, discussion at major conferences as well as at workshops and field
trips and through webinars and ad-hoc meetings of IAVCEI committees,commissions, networks, working groups and task groups.
b) Stimulate, initiate and coordinate international cooperation in the study ofvolcanology and the chemistry of the Earth's interior.
c) Emphasize the importance of adequate monitoring of active and potentially active
volcanoes and the assessment of volcanic risks through exchanges with policy
makers, civil protection authorities and tourism sector employees.
d) Act as international reference body for scientific policies relating to volcanic andmagmatic systems, as well as volcanic hazard and risk and support the development
and dissemination of guidelines and protocols.
e) Publish the results of scientific research in volcanology and the chemistry of theEarth's interior, in particular through peer-reviewed publications in relevant journals.
IAVCEI has a close collaboration with Springer-Verlag, which publishes the Bulletinof Volcanology.

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Objectives of VSJa) Academic surveys and research on volcanology and related sciences.
• Holding regular conferences and academic lectures on volcanology• Publication of the journal “Kazan” and research reports• Consignments of research and surveys related to volcanology and relatedsciencesb) Dissemination and enlightenment of volcanology and related sciences.
• Holding public lectures• Publication for the dissemination and enlightenment of volcanology andrelated sciences, and provision of information on the internetc) Commendation to encourage research in volcanology and related sciences.
d) Liaison and cooperation with related organizations in Japan and overseas.
e) Other activities necessary to achieve the purpose.
II.

Duration and Modification of Memorandum of Understanding.

This Memorandum of Understanding will remain in effect until IAVCEI or VSJ ask for it
to be modified or terminated. Any substantial modification to this Memorandum ofUnderstanding needs to be agreed upon by both IAVCEI and VSJ. Termination of thisMemorandum of Understanding can be declared by either of the two parties, with or withoutagreement of the other.
III.

Mutual relationships.

IAVCEI Statutes and by-Laws regulate the structure and activities of IAVCEI. IAVCEI
aims to link with affiliated external organizations or scientific bodies called Associated Bodies(ABs). The relationships between IAVCEI and each AB should be ruled by a Memorandumof Understanding, stating the reciprocal advantages and obligations of both sides. By signing
this Memorandum of Understanding, VSJ agrees to become an Associated Body of IAVCEI,
aiming for mutual benefits.
IV.

IAVCEI and VSJ obligations and benefits.

As an AB, VSJ agrees to:a) Promote the name and activities of IAVCEI.
b) Recommend IAVCEI membership and involvement of its members in IAVCEIcommissions.
c) Contribute to the IAVCEI News.
d) Organize schools, webinars, seminars or dissemination activities in co-operation withIAVCEI.
IAVCEI will provide the following benefits to VSJ as an AB:a) Use of the IAVCEI logo to advertise and announce activities in clear collaboration
and/or co-organisation (following approval from the IAVCEI EC).
b) Possibility to apply for financial and/or organizational support for collaborative
activities.
c) Promote internationalisation through schools and webinars in English.

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Indemnity.

IAVCEI and VSJ shall each indemnify and hold harmless the other from and against any
and all claims, demands, liabilities, settlements, damages, costs, and expenses, including
attorneys’ fees and expenses, arising out of or in any way connected with any default,
breach, or negligent non-performance of this Memorandum of Understanding or any
negligent act or omission on the part of itself, its agents, and employees, arising out of thisMemorandum of Understanding.
VI.

Proprietary and Confidential Information.

Neither IAVCEI and VSJ shall disclose to an outside party proprietary or confidential
information of the organizations in this Memorandum of Understanding. IAVCEI and VSJ
further agree to act as trustee for any confidential information jointly created or acquired
through their participation in this Memorandum of Understanding. Proprietary or confidential
information shall be defined as information that is identified by being clearly labeled as“proprietary” or “confidential”.
VII. General Terms and Conditions.
This Memorandum of Understanding shall inure to the benefit of and be binding upon
IAVCEI and VSJ, their successors in interest, legal representatives, and assigns, until thetermination of the agreement.
IAVCEI and VSJ may not assign or transfer either its interest in this Memorandum ofUnderstanding or any interest herein or claim hereunder without the express written consent
of the other party.
This Memorandum of Understanding constitutes the entire agreement between IAVCEI
and VSJ for the period to which it applies and may not be modified except in writing signedby the parties.

__________________The IAVCEI President
Costanza Bonadonna_______________The VSJ President
Eisuke Fujita__________________The IAVCEI Secretary General
Ulrich Kueppers

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