Evan M. Smith, Steven B. Shirey, and Wuyi Wang, November 8, 2017
Explores an exceptional family of diamonds, referred to as “CLIPPIR” (Cullinan-like, Large, Inclusion-Poor, Pure, Irregular and Resorbed), that formed in a super-deep environment.
Read MoreGIA, September 8, 2017
Dr Evan Smith, Ph.D., GIA research scientist, has dedicated his work to methodically characterising the inclusions found in rare diamonds. In this video presentation recorded at the 2017 JCK Las Vegas show, Smith shares his findings on the unexpected ori
Read MoreAmanda J. Luke, November 16, 2016
GIA’s postdoctoral programme gives researchers access to gemmological data, equipment, and rare, unusual and large gems in its laboratories.
Read MoreSteven B. Shirey and James E. Shigley, January 31, 2014
Examines the last two decades’ advances in analysing and understanding the formation of natural diamonds, and their relation to the Earth’s formation.
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