[HeliosphereNews] Heliosphere News - January 31, 2023

Elizabeth Wilber Elizabeth.Wilber at unh.edu
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Heliosphere News  -  January 31, 2023

A newsletter devoted to Heliospheric Science.

Editor: Nathan Schwadron (nschwadron at unh.edu)
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1. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:  Dave McComas wins the NAS Arctowski Medal

2. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoctoral Position in Heliospheric Physics at the University of Alabama in Huntsville

3. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Princeton University Visiting Fellows in Space Physics Program

4. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoctoral Researcher in the Department of Space Research at Southwest Research Institute, San Antonio, Texas

5. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoctoral Research Associate and/or Senior Research Positions in Space Physics at Princeton University

6. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoctoral Position in the Heliophysics Research Group, University of New Hampshire, Institute for the Study of Earth, Oceans and Space (EOS), Space Science Center

7. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoctoral Associate - Space Sciences Laboratory - UC Berkeley

8. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoctoral Researcher in the Solar-Heliospheric Physics Research Group at the University of California Berkeley?s Space Sciences Laboratory (UCB/SSL)

9. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoctoral Research Position, Caltech Space Radiation Laboratory

10. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoc Position at the University of Wisconsin River Falls

11. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoctoral Fellow Position in Inner Heliospheric Physics at the Johns Hopkins University (JHU) Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, Maryland, USA

12. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoctoral position in heliophysics (Space Plasma) at FIT

13. ANNOUNCEMENT: Call for Abstracts for EGU23 Conference - Vienna, Austria & Online, April 23-28, 2023

14. MEETING: ASTRONUM-2023: Pasadena, CA, USA, June 25 - 30, 2023

15. SEMINAR:  Outer Heliosphere/LISM Online Seminar, Wednesday, Feb 1st 11AM EST

16. SUMMER SCHOOL: NASA SHIELD DSC Summer School in Plasma Processes at the Edge of the Solar System

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1. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:  Dave McComas wins the NAS Arctowski Medal
http://www.nasonline.org/programs/awards/2023-awards/McComas.html.

McComas has made seminal contributions through innovative mission and instrumentation development that have benefited and supported the entire scientific community and led ground-breaking observations, analysis, and discovery of fundamental physics of the heliosphere and the very local interstellar medium, the solar wind, and the Earth's and other planetary magnetospheres.

By developing new instrumentation and missions, taking measurements with novel techniques and of previously unexplored regions of the solar system, and innovatively analyzing and publishing these observations, McComas has made numerous and wide-ranging discoveries that have significantly advanced our knowledge and understanding of the global structure and evolution of the solar wind and revolutionized our understanding of its interaction with the local interstellar medium (LISM).

He has led or leads the TWINS, IBEX, and IMAP NASA missions as well as space instruments for numerous other missions including the Parker Solar Probe, the ACE composition explorer, the New Horizons mission to Pluto, Juno to Jupiter, and Cassini to Saturn.

McComas' contributions include a deep commitment to international collaboration and dedication to mentoring and training the next generation of space physics explorers.

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2. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoctoral Position in Heliospheric Physics at the University of Alabama in Huntsville

This opportunity is for a NASA Funded Postdoctoral Position in Heliospheric Physics at the University of Alabama in Huntsville as part of the SHIELD DRIVE Center.

The NASA funded SHIELD DRIVE Science Center (https://sites.bu.edu/shield-drive/) is a five-year multi-institution effort to define, quantify, and implement all relevant physical processes needed to develop and validate a ?digital twin? of the heliosphere. SHIELD is a multi institution collaboration with researchers at BU, UAH, SWRI, Univ. of Michigan, JHU/APL, Univ. of Maryland, Univ. of Arizona, as well as international partners. The SHIELD institutions regularly collaborate and the team meets at an annual workshop in person as well as regularly via zoom.. Emerging and early career team members have significant opportunities to network with collaborators from other institutions, collaborate with diverse research efforts and observational missions (IBEX/IMAP, Voyager, New Horizons), and interact with NASA management. The postdoctoral researcher will develop and execute computational tools, under the umbrella of a multi-institutional research center, to model the physical processes in the solar system and beyond. He or she will use these tools to model the transport of energetic particles, including Pickup Ions (PUI?s) and Galactic Cosmic Rays (GCR?s), and their interaction with the Interstellar Medium (ISM) in and around the heliosphere, to assess its effectiveness in protecting the Earth and planetary environment from galactic radiation and to better understand the connection between the Sun and its surroundings. The successful candidate for this position will work with the "Heliosphere Interaction with the LISM" Research Thrust Team at both UAH and JHU Applied Physics Lab to model the Pick Up Ions (PUI?s) and Galactic Cosmic Rays (GCR?s) in the Interstellar Medium (ISM). They will also collaborate with the broader team, including the ?Code Coupling? team at University of Michigan to integrate these computer models with the Global Heliosphere model. As a team member, the successful candidate will gain insight into the entire field of the outer heliosphere, while contributing to our understanding of this important region of the Sun?s influence. Significant funding is available for conference travel and for travel to meet with collaborators.

Minimum requirements include a Ph.D. in Physics, Astrophysics, Space Science, Plasma Physics, or a related field, intermediate level knowledge of plasma physics and familiarity with computational methods for physical sciences. Experience with object-oriented programming languages is also required. Knowledge of computational methods for fluid dynamics, plasma kinetics, stochastic processes, or similar subjects, expertise in the C/C++ programming familiarity with Unix/Linux OS, and experience with high performance computing are desirable.

Interested candidates should apply here: https://careers.uah.edu/cw/en-us/job/497980/postdoctoral-research-assistant-iii-step-1. For additional information, please contact Vladimir Florinski at vaf0001 at uah.edu. The SHIELD team will have a significant presence at AGU and would be happy to speak with you about this opportunity.

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3. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Princeton University Visiting Fellows in Space Physics Program

The Space Physics at Princeton Group (https://spacephysics.princeton.edu/) in the Department of Astrophysical Sciences is pleased to offer Visiting Fellow positions. The program supports faculty and equivalent senior researchers to do intensive research in residence at Princeton for periods from one month up to a full year. Visiting Fellows will work closely with Space Physics at Princeton Group members on one or more of several topical areas: 1) Energetic Particles observations from Parker Solar Probe, 2) Energetic Neutral Atom and/or Interstellar Neutral Atom observations from the Interstellar Boundary Explorer (IBEX), and 3) scientific preparations for the Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP). The environment is scientifically intense, highly collaborative, and extremely rewarding. The goal of the program is to strengthen the Group with new and diverse perspectives while carrying out world-class research and publishing numerous papers in collaboration with the Group. Visiting Fellow positions are suitable for faculty members on sabbatical and other comparable senior researchers on leave from their primary appointments. Financial support (including stipend and/or housing) may be offered. Interested researchers can reach out to spacephysics at princeton.edu for more information and can formally submit by providing 1) a brief cover letter stating the specific reasons you would like to visit the Space Physics at Princeton Group and the dates you are available to visit and 2) your CV to: https://puwebp.princeton.edu/AcadHire/apply/application.xhtml?listingId=25641.

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4. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoctoral Researcher in the Department of Space Research at Southwest Research Institute, San Antonio, Texas

The Department of Space Research at Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) in San Antonio, Texas is seeking applications for a postdoctoral scientist position to participate in and carry out original research in experimental space physics and supporting laboratory experiments. SwRI is involved in the development of current missions such as the Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP), TRACERS, PUNCH, Europa Clipper, JUICE, and CuSP. SwRI also leads or contributes to currently operating missions such as Juno, MMS, PSP, New Horizons, and IBEX.

The successful candidate is expected to support the development, testing, and calibration of energetic neutral atom and plasma instruments to be flown on upcoming heliophysics or planetary missions. The candidate is expected to publish original research and results in peer-reviewed scientific journals, and present results at scientific meetings, workshops, and conferences. The research will involve interactions with Institute Staff engaged in a broad range of experimental, observational, and computational research.

The candidate should have a PhD degree in space physics, experimental physics, or directly related physics degree with a GPA of 3.0 or greater. The candidate should have work experience in related experimental physics. The candidate should have demonstrated the ability to program and utilize software tools such as Simion and Lua, LabView, TRIM, Geant4, IDL, C, Python, or MATLAB.

Interested candidates should apply online at https://resapp.swri.org/ResApp/Job_Details.aspx?JOB_CD=15-01533&JOB_TITLE=POSTDOCTORAL%20RESEARCHER%20-%20SPACECRAFT%20INSTRUMENTATION

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5. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoctoral Research Associate and/or Senior Research Positions in Space Physics at Princeton University

The Space Physics Group (see https://spacephysics.princeton.edu/) in the Department of Astrophysical Sciences, Princeton University, anticipates offering one or more postdoctoral or more senior research positions in the observational study of Solar Energetic Particles (SEPs) and Energetic Neutral Atoms (ENAs).

The Space Physics Group researches many aspects of space physics (aka Heliophysics), with a strong emphasis on experimental and observational space plasma physics. The Group currently leads NASA's Parker Solar Probe (PSP) Integrated Science Investigation of the Sun (ISOIS) energetic particle instrument suite, the Interstellar Boundary Explorer (IBEX) mission and the Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP) mission, which will launch in 2025 to explore the details of particle acceleration and the Sun's interaction with the local interstellar medium.

The successful candidate(s) will play a significant role in the analysis and publication of SEP observations from ISOIS and/or ENA observations from IBEX and must have both significant prior experiences analyzing at least one of these type(s) of particle data, as well as the proven ability to lead and participate in the rapid development and publication of numerous excellent research articles. A Ph.D. is required in physics, astrophysics, space science, or a closely related field.

Interested persons must apply online at https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/26909 selecting Space Physics as the position you are interested in.

For further inquiries, contact spacephysics at princeton.edu

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6. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoctoral Position in the Heliophysics Research Group, University of New Hampshire, Institute for the Study of Earth, Oceans and Space (EOS), Space Science Center

The Heliophysics research group in the Space Science Center at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) is seeking an exceptional candidate to fill a Postdoctoral position under the general supervision of Prof. Nathan Schwadron. Working on NASA?s Interstellar Boundary Explorer (IBEX) Mission, and in collaboration with associated project personnel, the PostDoc will develop new data products for IBEX, study the effects of global heliosphere on the inflow of interstellar neutral atoms and study the changing radiation environment of the global heliosphere.

The University of New Hampshire is a major research institution, providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs (www.unh.edu<http://www.unh.edu/>). UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast, and is convenient to New Hampshire's lakes and mountains. The Department of Physics confers both undergraduate (B.A., B.S.) and graduate (M.S., Ph.D.) degrees and currently includes 26 faculty members. EOS is the largest research institute at UNH, with more than 275 faculty, staff and students.

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7. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoctoral Associate - Space Sciences Laboratory - UC Berkeley

The Space Sciences Laboratory (SSL) at the University of California, Berkeley, seeks applicants for Postdoctoral Associate positions to support NASA Heliophysics and/or Planetary missions via planetary and heliophysics research and/or hardware development. The specific projects that are hiring include ICON, MAVEN, PADRE, Parker Solar Probe (PSP), HERMES, LuSEE, THEMIS, MMS, Van Allen Probes, Wind and others. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to data analysis, space plasma or planetary atmosphere research, simulations/software development, and spaceflight hardware systems development, including instruments, power and communications.

For more information about the position, including required qualifications, application materials, and deadlines, and to apply, please go to https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF03423. The positions will remain open until filled. For questions, please email Dr. Chadi Salem at salem at ssl.berkeley.edu. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.

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8. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoctoral Researcher in the Solar-Heliospheric Physics Research Group at the University of California Berkeley's Space Sciences Laboratory (UCB/SSL)

The Solar and Heliospheric Physics Research Group at the UC Berkeley Space Sciences Laboratory is seeking a candidate to fill one full-time (100%) Postdoctoral position under the general supervision of Dr. Christina Lee. The successful candidate will collaborate with Dr. Lee and the project team members to investigate the role of magnetic connectivity to interplanetary shocks (e.g., driven by coronal mass ejections, CMEs) in determining the large longitudinal extents of solar energetic particle (SEPs) events observed from multiple vantage points throughout the inner heliosphere. A combination of analysis of existing in-situ data sets and remote observations and data-driven modeling will be used to carry out the investigation.

The ideal candidate will have skills and/or experience with

- multi-spacecraft data analysis of quiescent solar wind, CME, SIR, and SEP event intervals from in-situ observations (e.g., ACE, GOES, STEREO-A, ACE, PSP, Solar Orbiter, BepiColombo, MAVEN, etc.)

- remote sensing data analysis of multiwavelength solar disk and coronagraph data

- 3D MHD simulations of solar wind and CME propagation using coupled solar corona-solar wind models (e.g., Wang-Sheeley-Arge (WSA) + ENLIL, EUFORIA, Gamera, etc.)

- modeling transport of solar energetic particles

- programming and utilizing software tools in IDL, Matlab, or Python

For more information about the position, including required qualifications, application materials, and deadlines, go to https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF03705.

The position will remain open until filled. For questions, please email Dr. Christina Lee at clee (at) ssl.berkeley.edu. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.

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9. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoctoral Research Position, Caltech Space Radiation Laboratory

Applications are invited for a post-doctoral research position with the Space Radiation Laboratory (SRL) at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) to work with Drs. Christina Cohen and Richard Leske on energetic particle data from the Parker Solar Probe instruments. Parker Solar Probe is currently in orbit around the Sun, making in-situ measurements of the energetic particle environment at distances closer to the Sun than ever before. The work will involve analysis of current data from the particle detector suite, the Integrated Science Investigation of the Sun, as well as pre-flight calibration data to finish in-flight calibration and intercalibration of the separate sensors of the suite. As suitable, modeling efforts may also be employed to understand the acceleration and transport of the particles measured in-situ.

The initial appointment will be for one year, renewable on an annual basis for up to three years, based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding. Candidates with experience in data analysis of energetic particle data and/or computational modeling of energetic particles are especially encouraged to apply. The expected starting date is January 1, 2023, but earlier dates are possible, and is dependent on your completing your Ph.D. requirements as well as a valid work authorization if applicable. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in physics, astronomy, space physics or a related field by the date of the appointment.

Applicants should submit a CV, brief research statement outlining their relevant knowledge and experience, a cover letter stating their motivation for applying to this opportunity, and three letters of reference sent directly to cohen at srl.caltech.edu.

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10. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoc Position at the University of Wisconsin River Falls

Physics Department at the University of Wisconsin River Falls is seeking a postdoctoral research associate who will work on projects related to the Simpson Neutron Monitor network, a newly established consortium that consolidates the US funded and operated neutron monitors. UWRF focuses on research based on the South Pole Neutron Monitors, but the position also requires working collaboratively on the Northern Hemisphere Neutron Monitors. The initial appointment is for one year and is renewable for up to three years based on performance and productivity.

The postdoctoral research associate is expected to lead analyses that rely on data from the South Pole Neutron Monitors, including studies of Solar Energetic Particles, including with data from co-deployed air shower detectors at the South Pole, analyses involving high multiplicity events in the Neutron Monitors, and collaborative projects within the US neutron monitor community. The postdoctoral research associate is expected to prepare scholarly articles for publication in peer reviewed journals and to present results at discipline relevant conferences. Responsibilities may include in-situ work at the South Pole.

The following qualifications are required: 1) Ph.D. in Physics, Astrophysics, Astronomy, or related field must be completed by the time of employment. 2) Not more than five years since completion of PhD. 3) Experience in the analysis and interpretation of astrophysics, astronomy, or particle physics data

The following qualifications are preferred: 1) Evidence of interest in solar heliospheric physics or galactic cosmic rays. 2) Experience with particle simulation and propagation code such as FLUKA, CORSIKA or GEANT4. 3) Interest in engaging undergraduates in research

The first application review date is December 15th 2022, but application are accepted until the position is filled.

For details on how to apply see here: https://jobs.uwrf.edu/postings/8598

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11. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoctoral Fellow Position in Inner Heliospheric Physics at the Johns Hopkins University (JHU) Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, Maryland, USA

The JHU/APL Space and Solar Physics Group (SRP) is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to conduct basic scientific research in the field of Solar and Space Physics with an emphasis on inner-heliospheric physics and the analysis of particle data from the ISOIS/EPI-Lo instrument of the Parker Solar Probe mission. The successful candidate will work in an exciting environment, interfacing with experts in comprehensive data analysis and instrument development for a multitude of Solar and Space Physics missions as well as state-of-the-art modeling of geospace and other space environment systems. The SRP group has a broad and active basic research program that includes data analysis, theory and modeling studies of Earth's magnetosphere and Sun-Earth connections, planetary magnetospheres throughout the solar system, and heliospheric and solar physics. It also has a significant and long-running history of developing space instrumentation hardware and mission concepts. Current science and instrument participation in active missions includes ACE, Geotail, Juno, MMS, New Horizons, Parker Solar Probe, Solar Orbiter, STEREO, and Voyager. Future missions in development include Europa Clipper, EZIE, JUICE, and IMAP. In addition, the Group is playing the leading role in the multi-institutional, cross-disciplinary Center for Geospace Storms, and partners with Our Heliospheric Shield (SHIELD), two of the three NASA DRIVE Science Centers recently selected for Phase II.

The research position focuses on inner-heliospheric physics and the analysis of suprathermal and energetic data from the ISOIS/EPI-Lo instrument of the Parker Solar Probe Mission. The successful candidate would be expected to publish original research in peer-reviewed journals and team with SRP and other APL Space Exploration Sector staff to pursue external support for continued research and instrument development work. Duties will include: conducting original inner-heliospheric research and analysis of the ISOIS/EPI-Lo particle data; authoring papers for publication in peer-reviewed journals; preparing for and participating in scientific conferences; and developing innovative scientific research and instrument development efforts and proposing to competed solicitations. The required qualifications include the following: a PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering or in a related technical field, or the demonstrated equivalent experience, an in-depth knowledge of space plasma physics, experience in analysis and scientific interpretation of space physics data, proficiency with advanced technical computing using languages such as Python, IDL, Matlab, or another comparable programming language, and a record of published first author scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals. Although not required, it is desirable that a candidate has demonstrated understanding of the workings of space particle instruments, and the ability to analyze their performances with computer algorithms and other tools or previous experience with spaceflight hardware and/or space mission projects.

Please contact Matt Hill for additional information about the exciting science or other aspects of this position (matt.hill at jhuapl.edu). The complete job posting, including more information about why APL is a great place to work, Equal Opportunity Employment information, and a link for submitting an online application can be found at https://careers.jhuapl.edu/jobs/51892.

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12. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoctoral position in heliophysics (Space Plasma) at FIT:

The department of Aerospace, Physics and Space Sciences (APSS) at the  Florida Institute of Technology (FIT) is looking to fill a postdoctoral
research position in space plasma physics. The successful candidate will  conduct research at the frontier of solar wind turbulence using theory and/or
data analysis, including Parker Solar Probe and Solar  Orbiter, and/or high-performance numerical simulations. The initial  appointment will be for one year renewable for one more year subject to  satisfactory performance. The successful candidate will have the  opportunity to actively participate in future proposal submissions to  secure extramural funding, which could result in an extension of their  appointment beyond the second year. Required qualifications: (1) PhD in  Physics or closely related area, (2) research experience in the analysis  of spacecraft data from the Heliophysics System Observatory (HSO), (3)  Basic knowledge of the plasma theory and numerical simulations, (4)  familiarity with Python and/or IDL and other programing languages, and (5) strong written and oral communication skills, and ability to prepare  scientific documents to be submitted to peer reviewed journals. Strong  familiarity with Linux and other Unix-like platforms and environments  commonly present in most supercomputer facilities is also desirable.
Applicants should e-mail curriculum vitae, list of publications, and  contact information for three references to Prof. Sofiane Bourouaine at  sbourouaine at fit.edu<mailto:sbourouaine at fit.edu>.
The position will remain open until filled, however, priority consideration will be given to applications received by March 1st, 2023.

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13. ANNOUNCEMENT: Call for Abstracts for EGU23 Conference - Vienna, Austria & Online, April 23-28, 2023

Please submit your abstracts by Tuesday, 10 January 2023, 13:00 CET Conference web site: https://egu23.eu/

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14. MEETING: ASTRONUM-2023: Pasadena, CA, USA, June 25 - 30, 2023

After a long break caused by the COVID pandemic, Maison de la Simulation (CEA/CNRS/UPS/UVSQ), France and the Center for Space Plasma and Aeronomic Research at The University of Alabama in Huntsville are happy to organize ASTRONUM-2023 - the 15th International Conference on Numerical Modeling of Space Plasma Flows in Pasadena, CA, USA, on June 25 - 30, 2023.

The purpose of the conference is to bring together leading experts in applied mathematics, space physics, astrophysics, and geophysics to discuss the application of novel numerical algorithms and petascale parallelization strategies to computationally challenging problems. The conference will be structured around invited, 40-minute keynote and 25-minute regular talks, and a limited number of contributed talks, with the attempt to have no parallel sessions. The conference web site will soon be established to provide you with useful information about the conference venue, registration, and means of transportation, etc. E-mail inquiries about the meeting should be directed to Nikolai.Pogorelov at uah.edu and Edouard.Audit at cea.fr.

Program Committee: Edouard Audit (CEA, Maison de la Simulation, France, co-chair), Amitava Bhattacharjee (Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory, USA), Wes Bethel (San Francisco State University, USA), Phillip Colella (Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, USA), Maria Elena Innocenti (Ruhr University, Bohum, Germany), Kanya Kusano (Nagoya University, Japan), Dongwook Lee (University of California, Santa Cruz), Jon Linker (Predictive Science Inc., USA), Anthony Mezzacappa (University of Tennessee, Knoxville, USA), Nikolai Pogorelov (University of Alabama in Huntsville, USA, chair), Dongsu Ryu (Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology, Korea), and Gary P. Zank (University of Alabama in Huntsville, USA).

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15. SEMINAR:  Outer Heliosphere/LISM Online Seminar, Wednesday, Feb 1st 11AM EST
From: Justyna Sokol, Elena Provornikova, Marc Kornbleuth

Dear Colleagues,

We are resuming virtual bi-weekly seminars to discuss science of the outer heliosphere and local interstellar medium.
Please join us on Wednesday, Feb 1st 11:00 am EST for a presentation by Dr. Jeffrey Linsky (JILA) "Is there total pressure balance in the heliosphere, pristine VLISM, and beyond?".
A link to join the meeting via Zoom will be posted on the websitehttps://outer.helio.zone/ shortly before the meeting.

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16. NASA SHIELD DSC Summer School in Plasma Processes at the Edge of the Solar System

Dates: May 22nd - May 26th, 2023
Location: Boston University, Boston Massachusetts
Applications Due March 15th
For more information: https://shielddrivecenter.com/shield-summer-school/

Applications are invited for the 2023 Inaugural SHIELD Summer School in Plasma Processes at the Edge of the Solar System, to be held at the Boston University during May 22-26, 2023. The summer school will offer an intensive one-week course in the most challenging plasma processes that drive the structure and dynamics at the Edge of the Solar System. Summer School participants will not only engage in stimulating lectures from both senior and early career researchers who are leading the field into the future, but will also engage in activities around interpreting data and evaluating model results.

The summer school is supported by NASA under the SHIELD DRIVE Center. Travel and lodging will be arranged and paid for by SHIELD and participants will be provided a small stipend for other expenses.

To apply, complete this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScd1506_qiZ1Mw1NWtU53mzEQTsivlzAardRJuQp98-NimjxA/viewform, which includes the submission of a CV and a short personal statement (1-2 pages).

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