#24. November 3, 2009
(24.1) Fall AGU session on "Planetary Plasma Interactions and Atmospheric Escape"
(24.2) Mars Workshop, Les Houches, France, 28 March - 2 April, 2010
AOGS 2010 - session proposal deadline: December 1, 2009
MotA 2010 - session proposal deadline: December 31, 2009
EGU 2010 - session proposal deadline: January 18, 2010
COSPAR 2010 - abstract submission deadline: February 19, 2010
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- P11B: Session I Poster, Monday, 14 December, 8:00 AM
- P13D: Session II Oral, Monday, 14 December, 1:40 PM
- P14B:
Session III Oral, Monday, 14 December, 4:00 PM
(24.2) 1st Announcement: Mars Workshop, Les Houches, France, 28 March - 2 April, 2010
The
goals of the workshop are to integrate the main results
of both the recent Earth-based observations and the missions to Mars
(MarsExpress, Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter,
Phoenix and Mars Exploration
Rovers) into a new global picture of Mars evolution.
Contact: Olivier Witasse, European Space Agency, owitasse@rssd.esa.int
Deadline for application: 15 January 2010
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(24.3) Upcoming deadlines for meeting abstract submissions and session proposals (see a few sessions already proposed here)
Western Pacific Geophysics Meeting (WPGM), Taipei, Taiwan, June 22-25, 2010:
- session
proposal deadline: November 6,
2009
- session proposal deadline: December 1, 2009
- session proposal deadline: December 31, 2009
- session proposal deadline: January 18, 2010
- abstract submission deadline: February 19, 2010
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#23. July 13, 2009
(23.1) New editor
(23.2) New Space Sciences Series of ISSI book: "Comparative Aeronomy"
(23.4) European Planetary Science Congress (EPSC) 2009
(23.5) IAGA 11th Scientific Assembly
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From Marina Galand <m.galand@imperial.ac.uk>
It has been my pleasure to serve the comparative aeronomy community for the past 9(!) years. It has been an enriching and exciting experience. It is however time to pass on my role of editor to another enthusiastic, comparative planetary colleague.
I am very happy to introduce to you the new editor of the comparative aeronomy newsletter, Dr. Luke Moore, from Boston University. Luke has kindly agreed to take over this charge along with the editing of the website.
I would like to invite you to check out the new "look" of the comparative webpages that Luke has recently updated. The new format will certainly help you to find faster information about the upcoming meetings, latest newsletter, or publications.
Thank you all for your support during these 9 years!
Comparative aeronomy is a vibrant, constructive, and critical approach which has taught us more than what we could have learned from the isolated study of one individual planet/moon. And its future is very promising with more observations and modeling capabilities applied to bodies in the Solar System and beyond!
Please continue to contribute to the newsletter by sending relevant comparative aeronomy information to Luke. The newsletter is made available to the benefit of the comparative aeronomy community. Your input is needed!
Happy comparative studies to you all!
Marina
(23.2) Space Sciences Series of ISSI book, "Comparative Aeronomy"
A. Nagy, A. Balogh, T.E. Cravens, M. Mendillo, I. Mueller-Wodarg (Eds.), Space Sciences Series of ISSI, v29, 10.1007/978-0-387-87825-6, 2009.
A comprehensive text on comparative aeronomy and available for download online (with proper institutional credentials).
Free preview also available at Google Books.
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(23.3) Division for Planetary Sciences (DPS) 2009: 4-9 October 2009, Fajardo, Puerto Rico
Abstract submission deadline: 22 July 2009
- 07: Jovian Planets: Atmosphere
- 08: Jovian Planets: Magnetosphere and Aurorae
(23.4) European Planetary Science Congress (EPSC) 2009: 13 - 18 September 2009, Potsdam, Germany
Pre-Registration deadline: 7 August 2009
- TP1: General Planetology
- TP6: Terrestrial Planet Atmospheres
- TP7: Numerical modeling of planetary processes
- GP1: Giant planet systems and interactions with the environments
- GP2: Satellites: atmospheres and exospheres
- MG1: Planetary Magnetospheres, Ionospheres and Aurorae
(23.5) IAGA 11th Scientific Assembly: 23-29 August 2009, Sopron, Hungary
Registration deadline: 22 August, 2009
- IV05: Neutral-plasma interactions for planets, moons, asteroids, and comets (with Div III)
- III08:
Other
magnetospheric worlds
(23.6) CALL for papers for "Workshop on Methane on Mars: Current Observations, Interpretation and Future Plans": 25-27 November 2009, ESA/ESRIN in Frascati, Italy
Abstract submission deadline: 1 September 2009
From: Olivier Witasse <owitasse at rssd.esa.int>
Methane has been detected in the Martian atmosphere by ground-based telescopes and from orbit. This discovery indicates that the planet is either biologically or geologically active. The goal of the workshop is to review the available measurements, the potential reservoirs and release mechanisms of Methane and its circulation in the atmosphere, and to discuss all possible origins of this constituent.
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(23.7) ESA Postdoctoral Fellowship in Space Science
Application deadline: 1 October 2009
From: Guido De Marchi
The European Space Agency awards several postdoctoral fellowships each year. The aim of these fellowships is to provide young scientists, holding a PhD or the equivalent degree, with the means of performing space science research in fields related to the ESA Science Programme. Areas of research include planetary science, astronomy and astrophysics, solar and solar-terrestrial science, plasma physics and fundamental physics. The fellowships have a duration of two years and are tenable at the European Space Research and Technology Centre (ESTEC) in Noordwijk, Netherlands, or at the European Space Astronomy Centre (ESAC) in Villafranca del Castillo, near Madrid, Spain.
Applications are now solicited for fellowships in space science to begin in the summer or fall of 2010. Preference will be given to applications submitted by candidates within five years of receiving their PhD. Candidates not holding a PhD yet are encouraged to apply, but they must provide evidence of receiving their degree before starting the fellowship.
More information on the ESA Research Fellowship programme in Space Science, on the conditions and eligibility, as well as the application form can be found on the world-wide web at this address: http://www.rssd.esa.int/fellowship
Questions on the scientific aspects of the ESA Fellowship Programme in Space Science not answered in the above pages can be sent by e-mail to the fellowship coordinator, Dr. Guido De Marchi, at fellowship@rssd.esa.int
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(23.8) Solar-Extrasolar Meeting -- presentation PDFs available online
Dear colleagues,
Most of the Solar-Extrasolar Ames meeting presentations are now available for download through the meeting website: http://www.seti.org/planetformation
Sincerely,
Ignacio Mosqueira
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#22. February 20, 2009
(22.1) Post-doctoral position in comparative aeronomy
(22.2) Outer Planet missions: EJSM goes ahead, TSSM for possible, later implementation
(22.3) CALL for papers for IAU Symposium 264 "Solar and Stellar Variability Impact on Earth and Planets"
Abstract submission deadline: March 1, 2009
(22.4) CALL for papers for P05, P06 and U06 (AGU 2009 Joint Assembly)
Abstract submission deadline: March 4, 2009
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From: Roger Yelle <yelle at lpl.arizona.edu>
Dear Colleagues,
I would like to hire a post doc to work on several projects regarding the composition and chemistry of the atmospheres of Mars and Titan. Precise responsibilities depend on the interests and expertise of the successful applicant, however the work will be a mix of data analysis and interpretation. I can guarantee support for two years. Please let me know if you know of any potential candidates and feel free to distribute this email to other colleagues.
Best Regards,
Roger Yelle
Dept. of Planetary Sciences
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ 85721
USA
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(22.2) Outer Planet missions: EJSM goes ahead, TSSM for possible, later implementation (more...)
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(22.3) IAU Symposium No. 264 "Solar and Stellar Variability Impact on Earth and Planets"
IAU XXVII General Assembly
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 3-7 August 2009
Abstract deadline: March 1, 2009
Physical mechanisms of solar and stellar variability, solar diameter and irradiance measurements, helio- and steroseismic inferences, variability of spectral irradiance and energetic particles, solar cycles and variability on century timescale, effects on space weather and solar system planets, implications for Earth's climate, stellar magnetic activity and cycles, brightness changes in solar-type stars and stellar surface structures, effects of magnetic activity on planet formation and evolution, space- and ground-based observational projects.
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(22.4) Call for papers: AGU 2009 Joint Assembly
AGU 2009 Joint Assembly
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, May 24-27, 2009
Abstract deadline: March 4, 2009
P05: Planetary Atmospheres: Dynamics, Chemistry, Climate, and Couplings (Venus, Earth, Mars)
P06: Comparative Studies of Planetary Magnetospheresdd
U06: Connecting Atmospheric, Space, and Planetary Sciences
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#21. February 13, 2009
(21.1) Call for papers: "Comparative Planetology: Venus-Earth-Mars" - Abstract deadline: March 2, 2009
(21.2) Call for papers: AGU 2009 Joint Assembly - Abstract deadline: March 4, 2009
- P05: Planetary Atmospheres: Dynamics, Chemistry, Climate, and Couplings (Venus, Earth, Mars)
- P06: Comparative Studies of Planetary Magnetospheres
(21.3) Call for papers: AOGS 2009 - Abstract deadline: March 15, 2009
- PS14: Comparative Planetology: Solar and Extra-Solar Planets
- PS01: Ionized environments of magnetized planets compared
- PS07: Comprehensive Understanding of Small Solar System Bodies
- PS11: Outer planets and satellites with an atmosphere
- PS12: Laboratory Planetary Sciences
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(21.1) Comparative Planetology: Venus-Earth-Mars
From: Olivier Witasse <owitasse at rssd.esa.int>
The International Conference on Comparative Planetology: Venus-Earth-Mars will take place on 11-15 May 2009 at ESA-ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands.
The abstract submission deadline for this ESLAB-09 conference is 02 March 2009.
We are looking forward your enthusiastic participation.
Best regards, Agustin Chicarro, and the Local Organizing Committee
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#20. August 14, 2008
(20.1) Job Announcement (ESA)
(20.2) Call for papers to be published in a PSS special issue
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(20.1) Job Announcement (ESA)
From: Olivier Witasse <owitasse at rssd.esa.int>
ESA Postdoctoral Fellowships in Space Science
The European Space Agency awards several postdoctoral fellowships each year. The aim of these fellowships is to provide young scientists, holding a PhD or the equivalent degree, with the means of performing space science research in fields related to the ESA Science Programme. Areas of research include planetary science, astronomy and astrophysics, solar and solar-terrestrial science, plasma physics and fundamental physics. The fellowships are tenable at the European Space Research and Technology Centre (ESTEC) in Noordwijk, Netherlands, or at the European Space Astronomy Centre (ESAC) in Villafranca del Castillo, near Madrid, Spain.
Applications are now solicited for fellowships in space science to begin in the summer or fall of 2009. Preference will be given to applications submitted by candidates within five years of receiving their PhD. Candidates not holding a PhD yet are encouraged to apply, but they must provide evidence of receiving their degree before starting the fellowship.
The deadline for applications is 1 October 2008.
More information on the ESA Research Fellowship programme in Space Science, on the conditions and eligibility, as well as the application form can be found on the world-wide web at this address: http://www.rssd.esa.int/fellowship
Questions on the scientific aspects of the ESA Fellowship Programme in Space Science not answered in the above pages can be sent by e-mail to the fellowship coordinator, Guido De Marchi, at the address fellowship at rssd.esa.int
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(20.2) Call for papers to be published in a PSS special issue
From: Athena Coustenis <Athena.Coustenis at obspm.fr>
CALL FOR PAPERS TO BE PUBLISHED IN A SPECIAL PSS ISSUE
Dear colleagues,
If you have recently given a presentation concerning outer planets and their systems at one of the 2008 Planetary meetings (EGU, AOGS, etc) or are planning to give a talk at this year's upcoming meetings (EPSC, etc) you may be interested to know that we are planning to put together a new special issue of Planetary and Space Science on the subject of the sessions : "Surfaces and atmospheres of the outer planets, their satellites and ring systems, Part V".
All papers presented in these meetings (solicited, contributed oral and posters) and concerning results on the outer planets and their systems, as well as laboratory or modeling work for the analysis of such data, are welcome to an article in this issue of PSS.
AS A FIRST STEP WE'D LIKE TO HAVE AN INDICATION OF INTEREST FROM THE AUTHORS SO AS TO KNOW HOW MANY PAPERS MIGHT BE EXPECTED. SO PLEASE SEND US SUCH AN INDICATION BY SEPTEMBER 12 2008 AND PREFERABLY BEFORE.
The usual refereeing process is applied for publication in PSS. For this, we would like to ask you to please give us 3-4 names of potential reviewers when you submit your manuscript. The deadline for submission of the manuscripts for this issue will be October 31, 2008.
We do not have a specific page limitation. Submitted manuscripts should be written in good, grammatical English. Care should be taken to ensure that the wording is matter of fact and not superfluous. The text should be long enough to deal with the subject in a scientific manner, and this varies depending on the subject being handled.
Authors are invited to submit their paper in the appropriate PSS electronic format to one of the guest editors (see hereafter). For further instructions see the attached files with guidelines for the authors.
The requirements for the preparation of the manuscripts are as indicated in the PSS Guide for Authors. The general instructions requested by Elsevier for the preparation of the manuscripts are also available on their web site:
http://www.elsevier.com/wps/find/authorshome.authors
And
http://www.elsevier.com/wps/find/authorsview.authors/howtosubmitpaper
We
very much hope that you'll
take advantage of this great opportunity and look forward to seeing
your
contribution. PLEASE REMEMBER TO SEND US A LETTER OF INDICATION OF
INTEREST FOR SUBMITTING SUCH AN ARTICLE ASAP.
With best regards,
The Conveners/Editors
(Athena Coustenis <Athena.Coustenis at obspm.fr>)
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#19. July 20, 2008
(19.1) Job Announcement (IRF, Kiruna)
(19.2) Call for posters at IHY Chapman conference on Universal Heliophysical Processes
(19.3) Special sessions at EPSC 2008
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(19.1) Job Announcement (IRF, Kiruna)
From: Stas Barabash <stas at irf.se>
A
position as Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Solar
System Space Physics is
available at the Swedish Institute of Space Physics, Kiruna (IRF). The
research field is the solar wind interaction with the solar system
bodies; upper atmosphere and ionosphere; and planetary atmosphere
evolution. The focus is on Mars and analysis of data from the Mars
Express mission. For comparative studies, data from other
institutes’ missions, Venus Express, Chandrayaan,
Phobos-Grunt as well as numerical simulations can be used. A successful
candidate will join the Solar System Physics and Space Technology
Programme of the Swedish Institute of Space Physics in Kiruna and will
be a faculty member at the Luleå University of Technology in
Luleå. In addition to research the successful candidate is
expected
to participate in supervision of Ph. D. and M. Sc. students.
The position is for 4 years.
Candidates should have a Ph. D. degree in Space Physics. Preference
will be given to candidates who have completed their Ph. D. after
August 20, 2003.
Applications including a short (1 page) description of research
interests, a full CV and publication list and the names of three
professional referees, should be sent to:
The
Swedish Institute of Space
Physics, Registrator, P.O.
Box 812, SE-981 28 Kiruna Sweden. Please make reference to "Dnr
31-180/08".
The deadline for applications is August
20, 2008.
More information may be obtained from the Programme Head, Prof. Stas
Barabash (stas at irf.se), +46-980-79122. Union representatives are
Urban Brändström (SACO), phone +46 980 79126 and
Herman Andersson (ST) phone +46 980 79034.
Information about the Solar System Physics and Space Technology
programme is available at http://www.irf.se/program/p3/ .
See http://www.irf.se/Topical/Vacancies/?group=P3&vacid=6&chosen=topical
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(19.2) Call for posters at IHY/AGU Chapman Conference on Universal Heliophysical Processes
From: Nancy Crooker <crooker at bu.edu>
Where:
Mulberry Inn, Savannah,
Georgia (USA)
When:
10-14 November 2008
Why:
To foster the IHY
science theme of establishing physical laws that govern magnetically
organized matter and its interaction with gravitationally organized
matter, independent of location and initial conditions
Format:
Focus will be on extended discussion
following a limited number of invited papers; contributed papers will
be poster papers
Abstract
submission and pre-registration now
open
Deadline:
12 September 2008
Conveners
Nancy Crooker, Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Marina Galand, Imperial College, London, UK
Program
Committee
Terry Forbes, University of New Hampshire, Durham, New Hampshire, USA
Joe Giacalone, University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona, USA
Wing Ip, National Central University, Jhongli City, Taiwan
Chris Owen , University College London, Surrey, England, UK
George Siscoe, Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Roger Smith, University of Alaska, Fairbanks, Alaska, USA
Jan-Erik Wahlund, Swedish Institute of Space Physics, Uppsala, Sweden
Gary Zank, University of California, Riverside, Riverside, California,
USA
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(19.3) Special sessions at EPSC 2008, September 21-26, 2008
- GA1: Terrestrial Planet Atmospheres
- SB7: Comparative science of planetary Moons
- MG1: Radio emission from the Sun, the planets, the heliosphere and the exoplanets
- MG2: Planetary Magnetospheres, Ionospheres, and Auroras
- MG3: Solar Wind Interaction with Exospheres of Weakly and Non-Magnetized Planets
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