Category: Workshop

3rd OHP International Summer School (23-27th June 2025; Observatoire de Haute Provence, France)

Institut Origines is pleased to announce the 3rd OHP International Summer School. This exceptional event invites you to explore the frontiers of life through an interdisciplinary approach!

Program highlights: Lectures and round-table discussions featuring renowned experts in prebiotic chemistry, microbiology, exobiology, planetology, astrophysics, philosophy, and law. These sessions will be moderated by an award-winning science journalist, offering a unique opportunity to delve into the fundamental questions surrounding the origin and evolution of life.

Don’t miss this chance to discover the latest research and connect with scientists from around the world in a unique setting!

Pre-register via this link: https://institut-origines.univ-amu.fr/fr/formation/ecoles-ete

Speakers: Chantal Abergel, Mélanie Baroni, James Bradley, Jean-Michel Claverie, Magali Deleuil, Simon Duval, David Ehrenreich, Gaël Erauso, Vincent Hue, Frédéric Laurie, Dominique Leglu, Martina Preiner, Pascal Taranto, Nicolas Thouveny, and more…

Poster credit: Sarah Anderson

Summer School “Traces of Early Life” (3-13 June 2025 in Stirling, Scotland)

Are you passionate about the origins of life and the search for extraterrestrial life? Join the European Astrobiology Institute’s “Traces of Early Life” Summer School, held from 3rd to 13th June 2025, at the picturesque Stirling University in Scotland. Surrounded by the stunning landscapes of Loch Ness, Ullapool, and Durness, this unique programme offers an immersive opportunity to explore the evolution of early Earth, the origins of life, and cutting-edge methods for detecting ancient lifeforms. Engage with world-leading researchers through lectures, hands-on practical exercises, and a 5-day field excursion to geologically fascinating sites.

The school will include

  • 4 days of lectures
  • excursion to stromatolite sites and other geologically interesting locations a the stunningly beautiful North Coast of Scotland
  • practical exercises
  • poster sessions

Whether you’re a graduate student, early-career scientist, or senior researcher, this summer school provides an exciting platform to expand your knowledge and network with experts in the field. Apply now for an unforgettable experience in one of the world’s most beautiful regions!

See details >>here<<

Application deadline is 1st of March 2025!

UKPF Early Career Meeting (United Kingdom), January 13 2025

We’re pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 18th UKPF Early Career Meeting (ECM), which will be held on Monday, 13 January 2025 at the Martin Wood Lecture Theatre, Clarendon Laboratory, University of Oxford.

The UKPF ECM is designed to bring together early career researchers from across the UK for a day of networking and knowledge sharing. This event provides a supportive environment for early career scientists to present their research to peers and receive constructive feedback, offering valuable preparation for larger, international conferences. Presentations will include both talks and posters, showcasing the diversity of work taking place in planetary science. We welcome contributions from all aspects of planetary science, including but not limited to; planetary surfaces, atmospheres and magnetospheres, habitability & astrobiology, meteorites, planets and their moons.

Date: 13 January 2025
Location: Martin Wood Lecture Theatre, Clarendon Laboratory, University of Oxford, Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3PU
Cost: Completely free!
Registration Link: Register Here
Abstract Submission Deadline: Friday, 6 December 2024 (23:59)
Abstract Submission: Abstracts should be uploaded via the registration form. Please use the UKPF2025 abstract template as a guide.

Attendees are encouraged to join in person, but virtual attendance will also be offered for those unable to travel.

For enquiries regarding accessibility, registration or abstract submission, please contact us at ukpf2025@physics.ox.ac.uk or duncan.lyster@physics.ox.ac.uk. For more information please check out our website: https://www.ukpf.org.uk/ukpf-early-career-meeting.html

Planet Mars VI workshops in Les Houches (France), March 30 – April 4 2025

Planet Mars VI will be the sixth edition of a series of workshops which has taken place at the Les Houches School of Physics (French Alps) since 2003. These workshops are organized to bring together senior scientists, junior scientists, postdocs and PhD students in order to optimize the analysis and interpretation of space data, and to prepare the community for the best exploitation of forthcoming missions. Leading Mars scientists in the interpretation of data and modelling will present their views on key topics, from the deep interior to the ionosphere of Mars, as well as Phobos science.

> The deadline for registration is November 29, 2024 <
Workshop information can be found >>here<<

Please note the number of spaces is limited to 70, and early career researchers are especially encouraged to attend.

Only 2 days left to register!

This Friday 12th of July will be the last day to complete your registration for

As a reminder, please note that your registration is only complete once the registration fee has been paid. Payment details will be sent after you fill out the form.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow early-careers, gain valuable insights, and participate in stimulating discussions ⭐

Secure your spot today and enjoy both professional growth and unforgettable fun in these amazing cities!

2 deadlines coming up this week!

And in order to make that easier for you, we’ve decided to combine them both on the same day:
Sunday 30th of June

  • Abstract submission deadline (yep, we’ve extended it!) for AbGradEPEC’24 held in Berlin (Germany) just before EPSC 2024 – September 8th

When writing your abstract, remember to use this template and please note that the main text (the body of the abstract) should not exceed 200 words. When you’re done, simply send it to abgrade (at) eana-net (.) eu

You can find details on the themes and event-specific instructions in the respective webpage (you will also find the link to start your registration, if you haven’t already seen it!)

Don´t miss out on the opportunity to present your work, we all want to hear about it!

Early Career Workshop: Microsatellites and their use in planetary and astrobiology research (Tartu, Estonia, 24-31 August 2024)

To plan missions involving such small satellites successfully, intensive interaction and cooperation between scientists and space technologists are necessary, which is still lacking in some potential key applications. The workshop school aims to:

  • Highlight the possible potential of microsatellites in exploring different targets like the Moon, small bodies and outer satellites
  • Foster the interaction between space researchers and technologists
  • Allow participants to start the design and planning of new space missions
  • Contribute to the training of a new generation of space researchers

The work on the mission designs will continue after the workshop, thus ensuring a long-term impact.

The European Astrobiology Institute, Univeristy of Tartu and Stockholm University Astrobiology Centre will function as co-organisers of the workshop.

The event is open to applicants from all nationalities. Nevertheless, recommendation letters for visa applications are only issued for participants selected by the organisers.

PLEASE NOTE: A limited number of bursaries for students and early career scientists (up to 8 years from their first PhD in a related field) from EAI institutions (see a list here) will be available. We are also working to get some funding for students and early career scientists from the US. Participants from EAI Institutions selected by the EAI for bursaries will be offered free lunches, excursions, farewell dinner and accommodation in a shared 2-bedded room at Raatuse Hostel from 23 August (arrival) to 1 September 2024 (departure), but have to fund their travel on their own. There is no special application for the bursaries, just send in your application form and tell us in the e-mail. Participants selected for the bursaries will be notified immediately after the application deadline (in good time after the registration deadline).

All information is found on the on the >>website<<

Registrations open for The RED Astrobiology Introductory Virtual School – June 10th-14th

Rencontres Exobiologiques pour Doctorants  (RED / Astrobiology Introductory Course) is a Training School about the “Basics in Astrobiology”.

This school aims to offer interdisciplinary training in astrobiology to students and young researchers with a master’s degree in astronomy, planetology, geology, chemistry, biology, or history and philosophy of science. If you are a master’s student, preparing a thesis, or are an early career scientist with a subject related to astrobiology, this training school is for you! 

Its aim is to offer interdisciplinary training in astrobiology to students and young scientists with a Master’s degree in astronomy, planetology, geology, chemistry, biology, or the history and philosophy of science.

From June 10th to 14th 2024, you are invited to participate in the Virtual RED Astrobiology School. This virtual school is based on the lectures from the “in-person” school held in Le Teich (France) in March 2024. Registering for the school will offer you the opportunity to listen to the lessons filmed on-site (given in English), interact directly with the lecturers, ask questions, and engage in conversations with other participants from all over the world!

Participants who watch the whole lecture series and succeed in short quizzes about it will receive a certificate of attendance. Live animations and Q&A sessions will be organized at CEST (UTC + 2), but you can watch the lectures and replays of the Q&A session at your convenience in your time zone.

>> Registrations are open <<

Discover the program and the speakers of this session on the school website

Summer School “Dust to DNA” in Copenhagen (Denmark)

A one-week course, aimed at PhD students, that covers the journey from interstellar dust to habitable planets and the conditions for life

Interdisciplinary lectures and hands-on sessions using perspectives from astronomy, cosmochemistry, geology, and astrobiology, within the framework of exoplanet systems and the potential for life to emerge

When: 19-23 August 2024
Where: Globe Institute at the University of Copenhagen (Denmark)

Click here for more information. 

>> Registration deadline: 31st May 2024 <<

Early Career Workshop: Microsatellites and their use in planetary and astrobiology research (Tartu, Estonia, 24-31 August 2024)

The aim of the workshop will be to enable students and early career scientists to design micro-and nanosatellite missions tackling scientific themes and target objects they have chosen themselves previously. The workshop will consist of three parts:

  • a lectured part consisting of in-depth talks on the scientific background of the chosen mission themes and on important issues in satellite technology
  • a mission designing part where attendees plan these endeavours in detail with the help of satellite technologists
  • a final presentation of all the projects

To plan missions involving such small satellites successfully, intensive interaction and cooperation between scientists and space technologists are necessary, which is still lacking in some potential key applications. The workshop school aims to:

  • Highlight the possible potential of microsatellites in exploring different targets like the Moon, small bodies and outer satellites
  • Foster the interaction between space researchers and technologists
  • Allow participants to start the design and planning of new space missions
  • Contribute to the training of a new generation of space researchers

The work on the mission designs will continue after the workshop, thus ensuring a long-term impact.

The European Astrobiology Institute, Univeristy of Tartu and Stockholm University Astrobiology Centre will function as co-organisers of the workshop.

The workshop will consist of lectures by leading scientists, planning for different micro- or nanosatellite projects in small groups as well as open discussions. Participants will also have the possibility to display their own research results in a poster session. Furthermore, a one-day excursion to South Estonia and a walk around Tartu is included as a social programme.

The event is open to applicants from all nationalities. Nevertheless, recommendation letters for visa applications are only issued for participants selected by the organisers.

PLEASE NOTE: A limited number of bursaries for students and early career scientists (up to 8 years from their first PhD in a related field) from EAI institutions (see a list here) will be available. We are also working to get some funding for students and early career scientists from the US. Participants from EAI Institutions selected by the EAI for bursaries will be offered free lunches, excursions, farewell dinner and accommodation in a shared 2-bedded room at Raatuse Hostel from 23 August (arrival) to 1 September 2024 (departure), but have to fund their travel on their own. There is no special application for the bursaries, just send in your application form and tell us in the e-mail. Participants selected for the bursaries will be notified immediately after the application deadline (in good time after the registration deadline).

>> Application deadline is 1st May 2024 <<

All information is found on the on the >>website<<