Save the Date: ASB7
SAVE THE DATE – ASB7 (13-14 September 2017): The seventh biennial conference of the Astrobiology Society of Britain (ASB7) will take place in the Berrill Lecture Theatre at the Open University from 13-14 September 2017. Astrobiology is a multidisciplinary topic that brings together many branches of science, including astronomy, astrochemistry, astrobiology technology, biology, chemistry of life, development of life-forms in other environments, exoplanets, extremophiles, geomicrobiology, habitable zones, humans in space, life’s origins, Mars, meteorites, microbial communities,...
Read MoreAnnouncement: 1st ASB Discussion Meeting
1st ASB Discussion Meeting Planetary Analogues: The Solar System in a bottle The 1st ASB Discussion Meeting on the topic planetary analogues will be held at the Open University on Friday 9th June. Keynote Speakers: Zita Martins (Imperial) – Future Astrobiology Experiments in Earth orbit and beyond – recommendations from the ESA Topical Team. Claire Cousins (St Andrews) – From microbes to missions: how analogues shape planetary exploration. Registration: Attendance is free for ASB members. Non-members will pay £20 (£10 concessionary rate), receive ASB...
Read MoreConference: EANA 2017, Aarhus, Denmark
The European Astrobiology Network Association 2017 (EANA17) conference will take place 14-17 August, 2017 in Aarhus, Denmark. Among the many interesting and relevant topics for astrobiology, EANA17 emphasizes “Exoplanets”, a new and exciting field in the search for extraterrestrial life. The registration and abstract submission deadline is 1st June 2017: Registration link. Prior this, on the 12th and 13th August AbGradE will host a social event and a one-day workshop for young researchers in AbGradE. The registration deadline for AbGradE is 30th June 2017.
Read MoreInterview with Charles Cockell
ASB’s Adam Stevens has recently recorded an interview with Charles Cockell, Professor of Astrobiology at the University of Edinburgh and one of the founders of the Astrobiology Society of Britain. In the interview Charles describes his personal journey into astrobiology research and shares advice for getting involved in the field. Link to interview: https://soundcloud.com/astrobiologysociety/charles-cockell-asb-interview
Read MoreUKSA Space Exploration Advisory Committee
Call for Nominations The UK Space Agency seeks nominations for membership of its Space Exploration Advisory Committee (SEAC). The SEAC is responsible for advising the Agency on matters relating to robotic and human space exploration programmes. The Committee’s remit includes advising on UK participation in European exploration programmes (including Mars exploration and the International Space Station) and national level activities in support of these programmes. Membership of the SEAC consists of representatives of the academic and industrial communities from across the breadth of relevant...
Read MoreGeological Society of America’s Annual Meeting
The Geological Society of America’s Annual Meeting is due to take place in Seattle, Washington from 22-25 September 2017. Important dates: Abstract Deadline – 1 August 2017 Early Registration Deadline – 18 August 2017 More details can be found at the meeting website. The 2018 annual meeting will be held in Indianapolis, Indiana. Important dates: Field Trip submission deadline – 1 December 2017 Sessions and Short Courses deadline – 1 February 2018 Abstract Deadline – 14 August 2018 Meeting Dates – 4-7 November...
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