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########################################### Table of Contents ########################################### 1. Conferences 1.1. Numerical Relativity Community Summer School, Rhode Island, USA 1.2. Black Holes - Summer Physics School, Bad Honnef, Germany 1.3. Challenges to Lambda-CDM, Thessaloniki, Greece 1.4. Gravity@Prague 2022 Summer School, Prague, Czechie 1.5. The 8th Conference of the Polish Society on Relativity, Warsaw, Poland 1.6. Quantum Horizons: Developments and Opportunities I - Summer Preparatory School (online) 1.7. Quantum Horizons: Developments and Opportunities II - Summer Research School-Workshop (online) 1.8. Summer International School on Gravity, Cosmology and Astrophysics, Moscow, Russia 1.9. Petnica Summer Institute 2022: Summer School on General Relativity, Petnica, Serbia 1.10. Energy conditions in QFT, Leipzig, Germany 2. Jobs 2.1. Long-term Research Manager in Gravitational Waves, Leuven, Belgium 2.2. Tenure Track Assistant Professor at the Department of Physics and Astronomy, Lethbridge, Canada 2.3. Banting Postdoctoral Position in Mathematical and Theoretical Physics, Alberta, Canada 2.4. 2 experimental positions and 1 in data analysis/astrophysics/cosmology, Glasgow, UK 2.5. Postdoctoral fellowship in theoretical particle physics and cosmology, Coimbra, Portugal 2.6. PhD studentship in cosmology, Szczecin, Poland 2.7. Two posts of Assistant Professor in Theoretical Physics, Cracow, Poland 2.8. Assistant in Theoretical Physics, Cracow, Poland 2.9. PhD positions in QFT and GR, Jena-Leipzig, Germany 2.10. PhD position in stellar astrophysics, Valencia, Spain 2.11. PhD position in gravitational wave physics and modified gravity, Tuebingen, Germany 3. News 3.1. MSc in Gravitational Wave Physics, Cardiff, UK 3.2. 2022 Awards for Essays for Gravitation 3.3. New Frontiers in Strong Gravity, Benasque, Spain (2nd announcement) 3.4. SageMath 9.6 is out ============================================== 1. Conferences ============================================== 1.1. Numerical Relativity Community Summer School, Rhode Island, USA --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=24851 Starting: 2022-08-08 to 2022-08-12 Location: Providence, Rhode Island, United States Additional Information: https://icerm.brown.edu/events/re-22-f20w1 Contact: thelfer1[AT]jhu.edu Dear (aspiring) numerical relativists, Applications are now open for the first NR community summer school, Aug 8-12, 2022, at ICERM, Brown University, US. This one-week summer school brings together early career researchers (graduate students and postdocs) interested in learning the state-of-the-art in numerical relativity, from the basics to advanced topics. Our preliminary program is: - Intro and advanced NR (Helvi Witek and Katy Clough) - Relativistic hydrodynamics (Elias Most) - Gravitational waves (Deirdre Shoemaker) - High-performance computing (Eloisa Bentivegna) - Hackathon - Evening talks, side program, NR community codes hands-on sessions No prior exposure to numerical relativity is required, though basic familiarity with computational physics and general relativity would be desirable. The school is planned as an in-person event with streaming options available for the lecture program. ICERM will be able to offer limited funding for some participants. Applications are open now on this web page attached to this post Even if you are planning to participate online, please register and indicate so in your application. We particularly encourage applications from participants from diverse backgrounds and underrepresented communities. With warm regards, The organizing committee, Nils Vu, Thomas Helfer, Elias Most, Helvi Witek, Scott Field, and Leo Stein +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.2. Black Holes - Summer Physics School, Bad Honnef, Germany --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/05/15/black-holes-bad-honnef-physi… Starting: 2022-09-04 to 2022-09-09 Location: Bad Honnef, Germany Additional Information: https://www.dpg-physik.de/veranstaltungen/2022/black-holes Contact: giulini[AT]itp.uni-hannover.de The School is dedicated to the observational, theoretical and also epistemological aspects of Black Hole physics and aims at doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers. It will cover the following topics: tentative definition of a Black Hole, observational evidence and possible alternative explanations for Black Holes, formation of Black Holes, global structure and causality of Black Hole spacetimes, rigorous definition of a Black Hole, singularity theorems, uniqueness of Black Hole solutions (no-hair theorems), stability properties, Black Holes in generalised theories of gravity, modelling Black Holes in analog-gravity models, quantum fields in Black Hole-spacetimes, Black Holes in quantum gravity proper, epistemological and philosophical aspects of Black Holes. Contributed posters by the participants are welcome. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.3. Challenges to Lambda-CDM, Thessaloniki, Greece --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=24879 Starting: 2022-09-04 to 2022-09-07 Location: Thessaloniki, Greece Additional Information: https://sites.google.com/view/cosmo-workshop/home Contact: tsagas[AT]astro.auth.gr The aim of the workshop is to review the status of the standard ��CDM paradigm, draw attention to open issues that may question its foundations and robustness, as well as discuss alternatives that could alleviate the tensions, and consider possible future perspectives. The topics of debate include: Latest Measurements of Cosmological Parameters Theoretical and Observational Challenges to Lambda-CDM Alternatives to the Lambda-CDM paradigm Challenges to the Cosmological Principle The meeting is organized by the Cosmology Group at the Astronomy Lab of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and the venue is on the university campus, near the city center. The event is part of the three-year research project "Tilted Cosmology", funded by the Hellenic Foundation for Research and Innovation. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.4. Gravity@Prague 2022 Summer School, Prague, Czechie --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=24894 Starting: 2022-09-19 to 2022-09-23 Location: Prague, Czechie Additional Information: https://gravity-prague.fzu.cz/ Contact: gravity-prague[AT]fzu.cz We are happy to announce GRAVITY@Prague 2022, our second summer school on the theme of gravity. The school is aimed at advanced graduate students and postdocs. The lecture series will be delivered by Claudia de Rham (Effective Field Theories in Gravity) Roberto Emparan (Advanced Topics in Black Holes) Marc Henneaux (Asymptotic Structure of Spacetime) Veronika Hubeny (Holography) Luis Lehner (Numerical Relativity) Malcolm Perry (Black Holes) Registration is free and is now OPEN: please register by 30th June 2022 for full consideration. Early registration is strongly encouraged. Please email us with any further questions at gravity-prague[AT]fzu.cz. The school is organised by CEICO, The Central European Institute for Cosmology and Fundamental Physics, at the Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences and the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics of Charles University in Prague. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.5. The 8th Conference of the Polish Society on Relativity, Warsaw, Poland --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=24905 Starting: 2022-09-19 to 2022-09-23 Location: Warsaw, Poland Additional Information: https://events.ncbj.gov.pl/event/152/ Contact: przemyslaw.malkiewicz[AT]ncbj.gov.pl The scientific programme of the conference covers a broad range of topics in the classical and quantum theory of relativity. As in the past years, the goal of the conference is to discuss and promote recent achievements of the Polish and the international community. International speakers and participants are very welcome. Amongst the discussed topics will be mathematical and numerical relativity, relativistic cosmology and the early universe, relativistic astrophysics, gravitational waves, black holes, and quantum models of gravity. The programme will include both regular talks and invited lectures by international experts. The registration deadline is July 31st, 2022. Visit the conference website for more information. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.6. Quantum Horizons: Developments and Opportunities I - Summer Preparatory School (online) --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=24912 Starting: 2022-06-27 to 2022-06-30 Location: Gebze, Turkiye Additional Information: https://tbae.tubitak.gov.tr/en/haber/quantum-horizons-developments-and-oppo… Contact: tbae.iletisim[AT]tubitak.gov.tr The goal of this Preparatory School is to provide a concise conceptual introduction to the current topics of quantum science and technology. This will prepare the participants to take full advantage of the specialized lectures of the following more advanced School-Workshop. The lectures will be supplemented by project sessions, which will pave the way for future involvement of motivated participants in the research process. Lecturers - Alexander Sergienko (Boston University, USA) - Barry Sanders (University of Calgary, Canada) - Oguz Gulseren (Bilkent University - TBAE, Turkiye) - Ozgur Mustecaplioglu (Koc University - TBAE, Turkiye) - Inanc Adagideli (Sabanci University - TBAE, Turkiye) - Ceyhun Bulutay (Bilkent University, Turkiye) - Cengiz Onbasli (Koc University, Turkiye) - Kadir Durak (Ozyegin University, Turkiye) - Baris Cakmak (Bahcesehir University, Turkiye) Topics Covered - Quantum Matter - Quantum Information - Quantum Communication - Quantum Sensing - Quantum Computing - Quantum Simulation Location The school will be held online. The Zoom link information will be sent only to accepted applicants. Note: Participants are not charged any fees. Deadline for Applications: June 20, 2022 23:59 Organizers Alikram Nuhbalaoglu (TUBITAK TBAE), Ozgur Mustecaplioglu (Koc Univ.-TBAE), Oguz Gulseren (Bilkent Univ.-TBAE), Inanc Adagideli (Sabanci Univ.-TBAE) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.7. Quantum Horizons: Developments and Opportunities II - Summer Research School-Workshop (online) --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=24913 Starting: 2022-07-01 to 2022-07-15 Location: Gebze, Turkiye Additional Information: https://tbae.tubitak.gov.tr/en/haber/quantum-horizons-developments-and-oppo… Contact: tbae.iletisim[AT]tubitak.gov.tr Nowadays, the possibility to control and use the states of individual quantum systems is leading to the second quantum revolution, which will offer great advances in quantum computing, simulation, communication and sensing. The School-Workshop will bring together early career researchers and graduate students to present excellent series of specialized lectures, with a broad scope of exciting topics in the domain of quantum science and technology. Lecturers - Alexander Sergienko (Boston University, USA) - Barry Sanders (University of Calgary, Canada) - Edward Farhi (MIT - Google Quantum AI, USA) - Nuh Gedik (MIT, USA) - Angelo Bassi (University of Trieste, Italy) - Jeremy Levy (University of Pittsburgh, USA) - Menno Poot (TUM - Munich Quantum Center, Germany) - Ozgur Mustecaplioglu (Koc University - TBAE, Turkiye) - Oguz Gulseren (Bilkent University - TBAE, Turkiye) - Inanc Adagideli (Sabanci University - TBAE, Turkiye) Topics Covered - Quantum Matter - Quantum Information - Quantum Simulation - Quantum Sensing - Quantum Computing - Quantum Communication - Interdisciplinary Directions Location The school will be held online. The Zoom link information will be sent only to accepted applicants. Note: Participants are not charged any fees. Deadline for Applications: June 20, 2022 23:59 Organizers Hasan Mandal (President of TUBITAK), Alikram Nuhbalaoglu (TUBITAK TBAE) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.8. Summer International School on Gravity, Cosmology and Astrophysics, Moscow, Russia --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=24935 Starting: 2022-07-04 to 2022-07-09 Location: Moscow, Russia Additional Information: https://pirt.bmstu.ru/en/international-school/ Contact: dekan-fn[AT]mail.ru The Faculty of Fundamental Sciences, Bauman Moscow State Technical University, is arranging the 3rd Summer International School on Gravity, Cosmology and Astrophysics for students, post-graduates and young scientists. The School will be held in the Educational and Laboratory Building of Bauman Moscow State Technical University on July 4-9, 2022. The School is dedicated to the memory of Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences Vladislav Ivanovich Pustovoyt. The School is chaired by the President of the Russian Gravity Society, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Professor Aleksey Alexandrovich Starobinskiy (chair), and the Dean of the Faculty of Physics, Professor of Bauman Moscow State Technical University Vladimir Olegovich Gladyshev (co-chair). The main goals of the School are to discuss modern accomplishments in studying the Universe, tackle the main problems, share ideas and methods of research in the theory of gravity and cosmology. The School will become an event where prominent researchers from different countries will get together to present their projects and share their knowledge on gravity, cosmology and astrophysics. The School will welcome both in-person and virtual participants and provide simultaneous interpreting for foreign guests. The School will host world-famous scientists from many countries, students from Bauman Moscow State Technical University, the University of Naples Federico II, and from other leading Russian and world universities. Each ISGCA-2022 participant will receive an international certificate. If you wish to attend the ISGCA-2022, you are invited to register on the School website. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.9. Petnica Summer Institute 2022: Summer School on General Relativity, Petnica, Serbia --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=24938 Starting: 2022-08-01 to 2022-08-10 Location: Petnica, Valjevo, Serbia Additional Information: http://psi.petnica.rs/2022/description.php Contact: psi[AT]petnica.rs We are happy to present Petnica Summer Institute 2022 - Summer School on General Relativity. Petnica Summer Institute (PSI) aims to provide lectures to undergraduate and early graduate students by senior PhD students, young postdocs and researchers. PSI is organized every summer in Petnica Science Center (Valjevo, Serbia) and it covers a wide range of topics in theoretical physics and astrophysics. The school is supported by The Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP, Trieste) and International School for Advanced Studies (SISSA, Trieste). This year's topic is General Relativity. Following the recent detection of gravitational waves by LIGO, this is a perfect time to learn about GR and discuss recent progress and future developments of the theory and experiments. The aim: The school aims to provide an intensive and thorough course on General Relativity and its applications. The school is not limited to lectures, but will also include daily discussion sessions, problem solving and independent work. For whom: The school is intended for senior undergraduate and early graduate students mainly from the Balkans region. All lectures will be given in English, so we also welcome students from anywhere abroad. Exceptional younger students and interested graduate students will also be considered. By whom: Lectures will be given by senior PhD students, young postdocs, but also by some senior researchers. The lecturers come from various European and US institutions. Application procedure: In order to apply, please fill the form on the website http://psi.petnica.rs/2022/apply.php . One letter of recommendation should be sent to psi (at) petnica.rs directly by a referee. The application deadline is: Jun 10th, 2022. The full expenses for meals and accommodation are 350 Euros per participant (there is no participation fee). The organizers will be able to provide partial or full financial support for a number of students. Please make sure that you apply before this date! Late applications will be considered in case of available places, but the applicants will not be granted any financial support. Core topics: Special Theory of Relativity; General Theory of Relativity; Gravitational Waves; Black Holes; Cosmology; BH Thermodynamics and Quantum Gravity Lecturers on site: Mateja Boskovic (SISSA, Trieste); Giovanni Cabass (IAS, Princeton); Nicola Franchini (SISSA, Trieste); Riccardo Penco (Carnegie Mellon University); Marko Simonovic (CERN, Geneva); Marija Tomasevic (Ecole Polytechnique, Paris) Additional topics and lecturers will be announced on the website. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.10. Energy conditions in QFT, Leipzig, Germany --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=24944 Starting: 2022-09-12 to 2022-09-16 Location: Leipzig, Germany Additional Information: https://www.physik.uni-leipzig.de/~ecqft/ Contact: ecqft[AT]itp.uni-leipzig.de The Emmy Noether junior research group at the ITP Leipzig, led by Daniela Cadamuro, will host the conference "Energy conditions in QFT" in Leipzig on the 12-16 September 2022. Positive energy conditions fulfilled by many matter fields in classical field theory are violated in quantum field theory (QFT), so the quantum energy density can have negative expectation values. This raises fundamental questions. For example, are the energy conditions that enter as an assumption of singularity theorems in general relativity (GR) compatible with quantum matter or do quantum fields allow the existence of "exotic" spacetimes? If such scenarios are to be excluded, there must be constraints to the extent in which quantum fields can cause negative energy densities. Those constraints are known as quantum energy inequalities (QEI) or quantum energy conditions (QEC). These inequalities appear to be related to other interesting physical aspects of QFT, such as the notion of thermal equilibrium, as well as aspects of information theory, for example the relative entropy. The conference is intended to cover topics such as quantum energy inequalities, entropy and thermal states in QFT, and more in general,the role of the Hamiltonian and of the stress-energy tensor in quantum physics. If you intend to participate, please register via the online form at the workshop website. There are some slots for talks available, in particular for early career researchers. We are looking forward to meeting you in Leipzig, Daniela Cadamuro, Markus Froeb and Christoph Minz +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. Long-term Research Manager in Gravitational Waves, Leuven, Belgium ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=24841 Deadline: 2022-05-31 Location: Leuven, Belgium Additional Information: https://www.kuleuven.be/personeel/jobsite/jobs/60103219 Contact: thomas.hertog[AT]kuleuven.be We are inviting applications for the position of a long-term research manager in gravitational waves. This vacancy is an essential part of the new Gravitational Wave Initiative of the Department of Physics and Astronomy and of the Science, Engineering and Technology Group at KU Leuven, which brings together staff members and researchers from different research divisions around gravitational wave physics and engineering. The overarching goal of this Initiative is to expand and strengthen KU Leuven contributions to two international flagship missions in the field of gravitational waves: Einstein Telescope underground and the ESA/NASA Laser Interferometer Space Antenna, or LISA. Research divisions at the Department of Physics and Astronomy heavily involved in this Initiative include the Institute of Astronomy, the Institute for Theoretical Physics, and the Laboratory for Semiconductor Physics, each of which are young and vibrant research groups comprising several dozens of scientists, engineers, and administrative staff. KU Leuven is also one of the founding partners of ETpathfinder, a new RandD Fieldlab based mostly in Maastricht, with a mirror coating component at KU Leuven, where some of the technology needed for future ground-based gravitational wave observatories will be developed. Responsibilities: - You assume the role of national project manager of the Belgian contributions to the LISA mission; You represent the Belgian LISA Consortium and report at international consortium management meetings; - You coordinate funding proposals for the development and construction of LISA and ET instrumentation, including work package definitions and project and financial planning; - You are the local project manager for KU Leuven LISA contributions. You bring together collaborators, coordinate research projects, and initiate and coordinate collaborations with industrial partners; - You build bridges that strengthen the collaboration between the various research units involved in gravitational wave research activities both at KU Leuven and nationally, in the context of LISA and Einstein Telescope; - You are encouraged to set up your own research line in a selected field of GW physics or engineering, ideally complementary with and strengthening the ongoing GW activities at KU Leuven; - You apply for competitive grant funding to finance your research, build up your own research team, and supervise master and PhD students working in your field of expertise; - You aim at excellence in your research and technology developments, publish in outstanding journals and present your work at the main conferences in your field; Profile: - PhD degree in physics, astrophysics, engineering or a related field; - Experience in gravitational wave instrumentation and/or research, or with other big science physics or astronomy facilities; - Knowledge of or interest in a broad range of technologies and research fields relevant for gravitational wave instrumentation; - Experience with quality standards required for space projects; - Excellent communication skills and the affinity to interact fluently in international multicultural consortia; - Strong organisational skills, a cooperative attitude and the ability to work independently; - Experience with writing successful grant proposals  Our offer: - A full-time position with a contract of indeterminate duration in the research management staff category; - A stimulating research-driven work environment where quality, professionalism and team spirit are valued and encouraged; - Access to state-of-the art research infrastructure at KU Leuven, ETpathfinder, etc; - Flexible working hours and teleworking; - Various extra-legal benefits such as health insurance, commuting expenses when using public transport or bicycle, etc; - All relevant work experience (public and private sector) is taken into account when determining seniority; Interested? For more information please contact Prof. dr. Thomas Hertog, tel.: +32 16 32 72 46, mail: thomas.hertog[AT]kuleuven.be or Dr. Bart Vandenbussche, tel.: +32 16 32 75 31, mail: bart.vandenbussche[AT]kuleuven.be. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. Tenure Track Assistant Professor at the Department of Physics and Astronomy, Lethbridge, Canada ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=24859 Deadline: 2022-06-01 Location: Lethbridge, Canada Additional Information: https://uleth.peopleadmin.ca/ Contact: k.vos[AT]uleth.ca Physics and Astronomy The Department of Physics and Astronomy, University of Lethbridge, is seeking applications from qualified candidates for a full-time, tenure-track Position in Physics or Astronomy at the rank of Assistant Professor, starting as early as August 1, 2022. The search process will be guided by research and teaching excellence. The successful candidate will be joining the Department at an exciting time as it settles into the new, state-of-the-art 38,500 square metre science building. The candidate will be eligible for start-up funds from the university and is expected to apply for external funding such as the NSERC Discovery Grant. Development of a vigorous, externally funded research program and contribution to the supervision/co-supervision of graduate students is expected. Hiring salary will be in the range of $77,000 to $92,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Physics or Astronomy, preferably with post-doctoral experience, and an established record of research excellence. Teaching experience will be an asset. Exceptional applicants from all areas who fit the Department's research interests and goals will be duly considered. The Department of Physics and Astronomy is a diverse department that currently has nine research faculty members with individual research programs and their own research groups. The department ( https://www.ulethbridge.ca/artsci/physics-astronomy/meet-our-faculty-staff ) has research strengths in several different theoretical and experimental research fields. Applicants from all areas of experimental and theoretical physics and astronomy are encouraged to apply. The department is responsible for undergraduate programs in Physics (B.Sc.) and offers thesis-based M.Sc. and Ph.D. graduate programs. The University of Lethbridge (uLethbridge) is a comprehensive and research-intensive university founded on the principles of liberal education, where inspired scholars integrate research and creative activity with teaching. Our University's Blackfoot name is Iniskim, meaning Sacred Buffalo Stone. Founded in 1967 on traditional Blackfoot land, it is a place where student engagement in learning, creative activities, and research takes place every day. With campuses in Lethbridge and Calgary, uLethbridge offers more than 150 undergraduate and 60 graduate programs to more than 8,900 students in the faculties of Arts and Science, Education, Fine Arts, Health Sciences, the Schools of Liberal Education and Graduate Studies, and the Dhillon School of Business. The department of Physics and Astronomy is located on the Lethbridge campus. For more information about the University please visit our website ( https://www.ulethbridge.ca/welcome-university-lethbridge ). All applications must be submitted online, and should include a letter of application, a detailed curriculum vitae, a research proposal and/or detailed research plan (five-page NSERC Discovery Grant style preferred), sample publications, teaching philosophy, information on courses previously taught, and contact information for three referees who are academics in the field. Referees will be contacted directly, with information on how to submit their reference letters. Please ensure that your referees are prepared to submit their letters immediately upon request. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but consideration of complete files will commence on June 1, 2022. For details on how to submit your application, please visit our Human Resources website at https://www.peopleadmin.ca and choose this position under the Academic postings option. For enquiries about the position, please contact Ken Vos, Chair of the Department of Physics and Astronomy at k.vos[AT]uleth.ca The University of Lethbridge recognizes that diversity enriches our campus and our community and is fundamental to excellence in teaching, learning, and research. The university as a whole embraces equity as a core value to be truly inclusive of the communities of which we are a part, and this requires ongoing intentional and systemic action. Through recruitment and support of individuals who further enhance our diversity, the University strives to create a diverse and inclusive community where students, faculty and staff feel welcome, are treated equitably, and can thrive. The University acknowledges the potential impact that career interruptions can have on a candidate's record of achievement. We encourage applicants to explain in their applications the impact that career interruptions have had on their record. The University of Lethbridge is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, including through all aspects of the hiring process. If you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at human.resources[AT]uleth.ca so that accommodations can be put in place to support you. All private information received in relation to your request for support will be kept confidential. Only information required to facilitate the accommodation will be shared with the selection committee. We invite applications from all qualified candidates; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.3. Banting Postdoctoral Position in Mathematical and Theoretical Physics, Alberta, Canada ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=24865 Deadline: 2022-06-15 Location: Alberta, Canada Additional Information: https://banting.fellowships-bourses.gc.ca/en/home-accueil.html Contact: saurya.das[AT]uleth.ca Applications are invited from qualified candidates for a joint postdoctoral position in Mathematical and Theoretical Physics at the University of Alberta and University of Lethbridge. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Physics or Mathematics with a strong research record and research proposal. Areas that will be considered include Mathematical Physics, Quantum Theory, Quantum Gravity, Cosmology, and Gravitational Waves. The selected candidate will be nominated for a Banting Postdoctoral position (https://banting.fellowships-bourses.gc.ca/en/home-accueil.html). In the next step, a joint application with the supervisors will be submitted to the Banting program, and if successful, the candidate will officially assume the position for two years. The successful candidate will divide their time between Edmonton and Lethbridge, two main cities in the province of Alberta, Canada, with excellent cultural and recreational opportunities, and close to the Rocky Mountains. The salary will be CAD 70,000 per year for two years, non-renewable. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, CV, research proposal, and two recommendation letters, by June 15, 2022, to: Saeed Rastgoo and Saurya Das Emails: srastgoo[AT]ualberta.ca , saurya.das[AT]uleth.ca, The University of Alberta and the University of Lethbridge are committed to diversity and equity in employment, and strongly encourages women and members of other traditionally underrepresented groups to apply. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.4. 2 experimental positions and 1 in data analysis/astrophysics/cosmology, Glasgow, UK ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=24868 Deadline: 2022-06-08 Location: Glasgow, UK Additional Information: https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/ Contact: Sheila.Rowan[AT]glasgow.ac.uk We are now recruiting for 3 Faculty appointments in the Institute for Gravitational Research at the University of Glasgow. We are seeking applicants for 2 experimental positions (Vacancy refs: 082888; 082890) and 1 position in GW data analysis/astrophysics/cosmology (Vacancy ref: 082889). The data post is fixed term for 4 years in the first instance. The closing date for applications is 08-Jun-2022. Full details are available via the search link on the University of Glasgow Vacancies Website by searching via keyword 'gravitational' or the vacancy refs above. https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/ Informal enquiries can be directed to Prof Sheila Rowan in the first instance. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.5. Postdoctoral fellowship in theoretical particle physics and cosmology, Coimbra, Portugal ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/05/17/postdoctoral-fellowship-in-t… Deadline: 2022-06-17 Location: Coimbra, Portugal Additional Information: https://www.euraxess.pt/jobs/785621 Contact: jgrosa[AT]uc.pt The Physics Department and the Center for Physics of the University of Coimbra (CFisUC) invites applications for a 1-year postdoctoral fellowship in theoretical particle physics and cosmology, renewable up to 1 addition year. The fellowship is supported by the grant "Exploring the darkest side of dark matter" (Ref. CERN/FIS-PAR/0027/2021) awarded by Fundacao para a Ciencia e Tecnologia, I.P. (Portugal) in collaboration with CERN, and led by Dr. Joao G. Rosa. This research grant is a joint venture of the University of Coimbra and the University of Porto, in Portugal, also involving researchers based at the University of Oxford (UK), the University of Granada, IFAE - Barcelona and IFIC - Valencia (Spain). The postdoctoral fellow will be expected to actively participate in the project's tasks, devoted to the study of feebly interacting dark matter candidates, with a focus on primordial black holes (as both dark matter candidates and dark matter progenitors) and cosmological scalar fields, in particular axions and axion-like particles. The sucessful candidate will work with Dr. Joao G. Rosa and be part of an international team of researchers with expertise in particle physics, cosmology and gravitation, within a stimulating and scientific environment involving both early career and senior researchers. Candidates must hold a PhD degree in Physics or related areas obtained no more than 3 years before the application date. Applications must be sent by e-mail to jgrosa[AT]uc.pt and addf[AT]uc.pt and include a detailed Curriculum Vitae (including publication list), two reference letters and the candidate's PhD certificate. Please note that foreign degrees/diplomas must be officially recognized by the General Directorate of Higher Education or by a Portuguese higher education institution: https://www.dges.gov.pt/en/pagina/degree-and-diploma-recognition?plid=1536. Candidates who cannot provide proof of this recognition in their application must submit, with their application, a signed declaration stating that they will seek this recognition should their application be successful and before the start of the fellowship. The fellowship is expected to start in September 2022. Please consult the official position announcement for full details on the fellowship and application process: https://www.euraxess.pt/jobs/785621 The University of Coimbra is an equal opportunity employer with welcoming working conditions, career development, and networking opportunities. For more information, please visit the University of Coimbra's website (https://www.uc.pt) and the Centre for Physics website (https://cfisuc.fis.uc.pt). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.6. PhD studentship in cosmology, Szczecin, Poland ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=24919 Deadline: 2022-08-07 Location: Szczecin, Poland Additional Information: https://cosmo.usz.edu.pl/node/417 Contact: vincenzo.salzano[AT]usz.edu.pl The Szczecin Cosmology Group at the Institute of Physics of the University of Szczecin (http://cosmo.usz.edu.pl) invites applications for a Ph.D. studentship in cosmology. The position is available through the PRELUDIUM BIS 3 grant nr. 2021/43/O/ST9/00664 of the Polish National Science Center (NCN) awarded by prof. Vincenzo Salzano and entitled "Probing the nature of dark matter with modified Poisson's equations". The research will mainly focus on astrophysical tests of dark matter and modified gravity theories from cluster to galactic scales by comparison with real data. Thus, preference will be given to candidates with a strongly declared willingness to learn and work on data analysis and with numerical/computational skills. More theoretical aspects will be also included at a later stage of the project through a collaboration with the University of Salamanca and, more specifically, with Dr. Jose Beltran Jimenez and Dr. Dario Bettoni. The deadline for application is 07th August 2022. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews on 22nd - 24th August 2022. The successful candidate will then have to register at the Doctoral School of the University of Szczecin, following some extra admission procedure supervised by professors from the Szczecin Cosmology Group (more information in English can be accessed at the official webpage of the school: https://szkoladoktorska.usz.edu.pl/en/home-2/). The studies will begin on 1st October 2022 and last for 4 years following schedules and rules of the Doctoral School. The gross monthly salary will amount to 5000 PLN (~3700 PLN net) for the first two years and then, after a positive mid-term evaluation, to 6000 PLN (~4500 PLN net) for the last two years. In addition, the grant provides funding for travel to attend conferences and schools. The PRELUDIUM BIS 3 programme will also support international mobility of the PhD student through a foreign fellowship carried out over a period of min. 3/max. 6 months which will be spent at the University of Salamanca. There is possibility for cheaper university-supported accommodation. The city of Szczecin is located near to Polish border with Germany - 130 km away from Berlin, with good access to international airports. Applications should be sent to vincenzo.salzano[AT]usz.edu.pl with the subject "Preludium Bis 3 PhD Student: Surname Name" and obligatory include all the following items in order to be considered: 1) CV, including a cover letter (max. 1 page) and a list of publications (if any); 2) a brief statement of research interests (max. 2 pages); 3) copy of the M.Sc. Thesis; 4) copy of the M.Sc. graduate studies diploma; 5) transcripts of the exams from both B.Sc. and M.Sc. level; 6) (at least) 2 reference letters. Please, include at the end of your email the following clause regarding the personal data protection laws in EU: "I hereby authorize you to process my personal data included in my job application solely for the purpose of the selection process in accordance with the article 7 of of the Regulation of the European Parliament and Council (EU) 2016/679 of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (General Data Protection Regulation) [OJ EU L. 2016.119.1 of 4 May 2016]." +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.7. Two posts of Assistant Professor in Theoretical Physics, Cracow, Poland ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=24920 Deadline: 2022-06-17 Location: Cracow, Poland Additional Information: https://praca.bip.uj.edu.pl/documents/145868730/150741792/Adiunkt_bad-dyd.W… Contact: wydzial.fais[AT]uj.edu.pl The RECTOR of the Jagiellonian University announces a competitive selection process for TWO posts of an ASSISTANT PROFESSOR in the research and teaching staff member group for the period of 33 months starting October 1, 2022 at the Institute of Theoretical Physics Academic field: theoretical physics The Institute of Theoretical Physics investigates a wide scope of areas in theoretical physics: Complex Systems, Condensed Matter Theory, Field Theory, General Relativity and Astrophysics, Mathematical Physics, Quantum Gravity, Statistical Physics, Theoretical Atomic Physics and Quantum Physics, Particle Physics and String Theory. The faculty consists of more than 30 Professors of theoretical physics and it is a part of the Faculty of Physics, Astronomy and Applied Computer Science at the Jagiellonian University. The candidates must hold the PhD degree in theoretical physics. We expect from the candidates: strong interest in research, significant research achievements confirmed by a good publication record, ability to carry out independent research and experience in teaching work. International research experience, participation and leading positions in research grants will be advantageous. The successful candidates will join one of the active research groups at the Institute according to their research interests, carry out research in theoretical physics, and take part in teaching activities in Polish and/or English at the Faculty of Physics, Astronomy and Applied Computer Science at the Jagiellonian University. The detailed information about formal conditions of the application may be found at the Faculty webpage or it may be obtained upon request to wydzial.fais[AT]uj.edu.pl The deadline for applications: June 17, 2022, 23:59 Warsaw time. Selected candidates will be invited for remote presentations and interviews. The competitive selection process will be concluded by June 30, 20 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.8. Assistant in Theoretical Physics, Cracow, Poland ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=24921 Deadline: 2022-06-17 Location: Cracow, Poland Additional Information: https://praca.bip.uj.edu.pl/documents/145868730/150759361/Asystent_bad_dyd_… Contact: wydzial.fais[AT]uj.edu.pl The RECTOR of the Jagiellonian University announces a competitive selection process for the post of an ASSISTANT in the research staff member group for the period of 33 months starting October 1, 2022 at the Institute of Theoretical Physics Academic field: theoretical physics The Institute of Theoretical Physics investigates a wide scope of areas in theoretical physics: Complex Systems, Condensed Matter Theory, Field Theory, General Relativity and Astrophysics, Mathematical Physics, Quantum Gravity, Statistical Physics, Theoretical Atomic Physics and Quantum Physics, Particle Physics and String Theory. The faculty consists of more than 30 Professors of theoretical physics and it is a part of the Faculty of Physics, Astronomy and Applied Computer Science at the Jagiellonian University. We expect from the candidate strong interest and experience in research in theoretical physics confirmed by a publication record. International research experience will be advantageous. The successful candidate will join one of the active research groups at the Institute according to the research interests and carry out research in theoretical physics. The detailed information about formal conditions of the application may be found at the Faculty webpage or it may be obtained upon request to wydzial.fais[AT]uj.edu.pl The deadline for applications: June 17, 2022, 23:59 Warsaw time. Selected candidates will be invited for remote presentations and interviews. The competitive selection process will be concluded by June 30, 2022 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.9. PhD positions in QFT and GR, Jena-Leipzig, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/05/24/phd-positions-in-qft-and-gr/ Deadline: 2022-06-17 Location: Jena-Leipzig, Germany Additional Information: http://www.rtg2522.uni-jena.de Contact: rtg2522[AT]uni-jena.de The DFG Research Training Group (RTG) 2522 "Strong Dynamics and Criticality in Quantum and Gravitational Systems" jointly hosted at the Institutes for Theoretical Physics at Friedrich Schiller University Jena and at Leipzig University offers 10 PhD positions, available 1 October 2022 or as soon as possible thereafter. The RTG 2522 offers a structured PhD program on the basis of a research program at the interface of quantum field theory and gravitational theory. Preferably, the candidates should have a strong background in quantum field theory and/or general relativity and corresponding theoretical, mathematical, and computational methods. Participating principal investigators of the RTG include M. Ammon, S. Bernuzzi, B. Bruegmann, D. Cadamuro, H. Gies, S. Hollands, R. Meinel, B. Rosenow, R. Verch, and A. Wipf. More information about the research program of RTG 2522 can be found on the website: http://www.rtg2522.uni-jena.de, see also https://www.tpi.uni-jena.de/ (TPI Jena) and http://www.physik.uni-leipzig.de (ITP Leipzig). To qualify for the position, applicants must hold a Master's degree or a Diploma in Physics or Mathematics. Applicants should submit (preferably via E-mail and as a single PDF document) a curriculum vitae, a brief description of research interests, a transcript of records, a certificate of the master's degree (or a statement concerning when it is due), and arrange for 1-2 reference letters. Important: In your cover letter, please state your preferences for one or more principal investigators, acting as supervisors for the corresponding PhD projects. Applications should be received by 17 June 2022, but will be considered until the positions are filled. Please send applications to: Prof. Dr. Holger Gies rtg2522[AT]uni-jena.de Theoretisch-Physikalisches Institut Friedrich-Schiller-Universitaet Jena Max Wien Platz 1 D-07743 Jena, Germany E-mail for Reference Letters: RTG2522[AT]uni-jena.de +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.10. PhD position in stellar astrophysics, Valencia, Spain ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/05/31/phd-position-in-stellar-astr… Deadline: 2022-06-16 Location: Valencia, Spain Additional Information: https://www.uv.es/uvweb/astronomy-astrophysics-department/en/departments-ne… Contact: miguel.a.aloy[AT]uv.es The groups of Computer Aided Modeling of Astrophysical Plasma (CAMAP) at the Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics (DAA) of the University of Valencia (UV) and of Relativistic Astrophysics (RA) at the Department of Applied Physics (DAP) of the University of Alicante (UA) have a long-lasting tradition of more than 20 years of collaboration in the field of Computational Relativistic Astrophysics. Our corresponding departments work on a variety of topics such as radio observations, theoretical cosmology, and relativistic astrophysics including compact stellar objects, supernovae and gamma-ray bursts, and gravitational waves. The CAMAP and RA groups have an opening for a PhD position in the field of Small-scale modelling of the physics in of Core-Collapse Supernova. A major focus of our groups lies on the numerical modelling of stellar core collapse with rotation and magnetic fields. We are looking for a young researcher intent on contributing to these lines of research under the supervision of the senior group members (M.A. Aloy, J. A. Pons and/or M. Obergaulinger). Carrying out a PhD project in this field benefits from a familiarity with or interest in numerical magnetohydrodynamics and neutrino transport, multi-messenger astrophysics, and high-performance computing. Applicants should hold a Master degree (or equivalent) in physics or astronomy, as well as a Bachelor degree in a related field obtained in a country outside of the EU. A good knowledge of stellar astrophysics, experience in numerical modelling, and a good command of the English language are advantageous for the position. The successful candidate will enrol in the PhD program of the University of Valencia offering courses and seminars to complete their formation. The thesis project is expected to be completed in three years. The student will be hired with a labour contract with the salary and benefits (including health insurance) which are typical at the University of Valencia. We aim to fill the position as soon as possible, with the possibility of starting by September 16th 2022. Later starting of the position is possible under justified conditions. We are looking forward to receiving your application by June 10th 2022 via email (see below). Applications should include a motivation letter, copies of the Master and Bachelor degree (or equivalent), a curriculum vitae and statement of previous research, and the name and contact details of up to two experienced scientists (a letter of reference is not needed but appreciated, just the contact details). The University of Valencia emphasizes equal opportunities and diversity in its personnel policy and strives to increase the percentage of women and thus expressly encourages women to apply. For further questions please contact Miguel Angel Aloy, miguel.a.aloy[at]uv.es. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.11. PhD position in gravitational wave physics and modified gravity, Tuebingen, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/05/31/phd-position-in-gravitationa… Deadline: 2022-06-24 Location: Tuebingen, Germany Additional Information: https://www.tat.physik.uni-tuebingen.de/~doneva/Jobs/JobAnnouncement_PhD_20… Contact: daniela.doneva[AT]uni-tuebingen.de The Emmy Noether research group at the University of Tuebingen, is seeking applications for a PhD position starting in Fall 2022. The group is part of the Theoretical Astrophysics section (TAT) at Tuebingen. The research focus of the successful applicant will be on testing strong-field regime of gravity with gravitational waves; models and dynamics of neutron stars and black holes in modified theories of gravity. The position is for three years. The topic of the Emmy Noether research group is on "Gravitational waves from compact objects = a tool for testing strong gravity and nuclear matter at extreme densities " with a group leader Dr. Daniela Doneva. In a broader perspective, the activities of TAT group, led by Prof. Kostas Kokkotas, are related to the study of sources of gravitational waves with emphasis on the dynamics of neutron stars and black holes. The TAT group currently consists of four (4) post-doctoral researchers, five (5) PhD students and seven (7) MSc students. The salary will be paid according to the German public service scale (E13, 50 %). Applications, including curriculum vitae, list of publications (if any), statement of research interests and experience, and the names (address, e-mail) of two potential referees should be sent via email to: Dr. Daniela Doneva E-mail: daniela.doneva[AT]uni-tuebingen.de The deadline for full consideration is June 24th, 2022, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Early applications are encouraged. University of Tuebingen seeks to increase the fraction of female scientists in research and teaching and particularly encourages applications from women. Disabled candidates are given preference if equally qualified. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. MSc in Gravitational Wave Physics, Cardiff, UK ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=24863 Additional Information: https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/courses/course/gravitat… Dear colleagues, please share the announcement below with any undergraduate student interested in studying Gravitational-wave Physics: The Gravity Exploration Institute (cardiffgravity.org) at Cardiff University offers an MSc program in Gravitational-wave Physics: https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/courses/course/gravitat… Gravitational-wave observations are now transforming our understanding of the universe, and the field will continue to grow in the next decades. The Gravitational Wave Physics MSc provides broad and comprehensive training in both theory and experiment in gravitational wave (GW) physics and astronomy: techniques in laser interferometry for GW detection, general relativity, astrophysics, modelling of GW sources, and data analysis for GW detection and source interpretation. Cardiff University staff are at the forefront of world-leading research in all of these areas, which span the core topics at the heart of the field, and which make this a unique degree programme. On completion of the programme you will have the knowledge, skills and experience necessary to begin a research career in gravitational-wave physics, and be a competitive candidate for jobs in industry. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.2. 2022 Awards for Essays for Gravitation ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/05/12/2022-awards-for-essays-for-g… Additional Information: http://www.gravityresearchfoundation.org The trustees are pleased to announce the Awards for Essays for 2022. 1. $4,000 - Proper Time Quantization of a Thin Shell by Cenalo Vaz, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH 45221-0011; email: cenalo.vaz[AT]uc.edu 2. $700 - "The More Things Change the More they Stay the Same", Minimum Lengths with Unmodified Uncertainty Principle and Dispersion Relation by Michael Bishop[1], Joey Contreras[2], and Douglas Singleton[2], [1]Mathematics Department, California State University Fresno, Fresno, CA 93740, [2]Physics Department, California State University Fresno, Fresno, CA 93740; email: mibishop[AT]mail.fresnostate.edu, mkfetch[AT]mail.fresnostate.edu, dougs[AT]mail.fresnostate.edu 3. $600 - Black Holes Decohere Quantum Superpositions by Daine L. Danielson, Gautam Satishchandran, and Robert M. Wald, Enrico Fermi Institute and Department of Physics, The University of Chicago, Chicago, IL 60637; email: daine[AT]uchicago.edu, gautamsatish[AT]uchicago.edu, rmwa[AT]uchicago.edu 4. $500 - Large Momentum Transfer Optics: A Means to Probe the Interplay between Gravity and Quantum Mechanics by Shraddha Agrawal, Department of Physics, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL 61801; email: sa30[AT]illinois.edu 5. $400 - Unitarity and Quantum Resolution of Gravitational Singularities by Steffen Gielen[1] and Lucia Menendez-Pidal[2], [1]School of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Sheffield, Hicks Building, Hounsfield Road, Sheffield S3 7RH, United Kingdom, [2]School of Mathematical Sciences, University of Nottingham, University Park, Nottingham NG7 2RD, United Kingdom; email: s.c.gielen[AT]sheffield.ac.uk, lucia.menendez-pidal[AT]nottingham.ac.uk Selected for Honorable Mention this year were (listed in alphabetical order): Jeffrey Alloy Q. Abanto; Stephen L. Adler; Ivan Agullo, Anthony J. Brady, and Dimitrios Kranas; D. Benisty, A. van de Venn, D. Vasak, J. Struckmeier, and H. Stoecker; Per Berglund, Tristan Huebsch, David Mattingly, and Djordje Minic; Panos Betzios, Nava Gaddam, and Olga Papadoulaki; Yuri Bonder and Johas D. Morales; Valentin Boyanov; Suddhasattwa Brahma, Robert Brandenberger, and Samuel Laliberte; Pisin Chen, Misao Sasaki, Dong-Han Yeom, and Junggi Yoon; Saurya Das and Sourav Sur; Arthur E. Fischer; Joshua Foo, Robert B. Mann, and Magdalena Zych; Leonardo Giani and Tamara Maree Davis; Andre' Grossardt; Eduardo I. Guendelman and Zeeya Merali; Bin Guo and Samir D. Mathur; Carlos A. R. Herdeiro and Eugen Radu; Clifford V. Johnson; Arun Kenath, Christoph Schiller, and C. Sivaram; R. B. MacKenzie, Victor Massart, M. B. Paranjape, Gordon Semenoff, and U. A. Yajnik; Juan F. Pedraza, Andrea Russo, Andrew Svesko, and Zachary Weller-Davies; Joseph Samuel; Tejinder P. Singh; Erickson Tjoa and Finnian Gray; C. S. Unnikrishnan; Juan Urrutia; Erik Verlinde and Manus Visser; Ram Gopal Vishwakarma; Peter Woit; Asher Yahalom. This announcement and abstracts of award-winning and honorable mention essays are posted on our web site, http://www.gravityresearchfoundation.org. The five award-winning essays are also posted on our website and will be published in the October 2022 SPECIAL ISSUE of the International Journal of Modern Physics D (IJMPD). GRAVITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION PO BOX 81389 WELLESLEY HILLS MA 02481-0004 USA Roger W. Babson Founder George M. Rideout, Jr. President ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.3. New Frontiers in Strong Gravity, Benasque, Spain (2nd announcement) ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=24896 Additional Information: http://benasque.org/2022relativity/ Dear colleagues, We would like to announce a two-week workshop "New frontiers in strong gravity" taking place in Benasque, Spain from Jul 03-16, 2022; please see the website http://benasque.org/2022relativity/ for further information, and registration will close on May 31, 2022. Limited travel funds are available, with priority given to PhD students and participants from underrepresented groups. To help us create a safe environment, we ask that all participants are fully vaccinated against Covid-19. We would appreciate it if you could forward the announcement to interested researchers in our field. We look forward to welcoming you in Benasque, Helvi on behalf of the organizers (D. Blas, P. Figueras, S. Nissanke, L. Stein, H. Witek) ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.4. SageMath 9.6 is out ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/05/31/sagemath-9-6-is-out/ Additional Information: https://sagemanifolds.obspm.fr/ The free Python-based computer algebra system SageMath 9.6 has been released on 15 May 2022; it includes differential geometry and tensor calculus tools developed through the SageManifolds project (https://sagemanifolds.obspm.fr/); see the release tour https://trac.sagemath.org/wiki/ReleaseTours/sage-9.6 for an overview of novelties. Regarding calculus on manifolds, SageMath 9.6 brings new features: - symplectic structures have been introduced: symplectic forms, Poisson bivectors, Hamiltonian vector fields, Poisson brackets, Liouville volume form, symplectic Hodge duality - projective spaces are now included in the manifold catalog - some performance improvements have been implemented and a few bug have been fixed See https://sagemanifolds.obspm.fr/changelog.html for details and examples. The following people have contributed to these new features: Tobias Diez, Marius Gerbershagen, Eric Gourgoulhon, Michael Jung, Trevor K. Karn, Matthias Koeppe and Travis Scrimshaw. See https://sagemanifolds.obspm.fr/download.html for installation instructions. See also https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnrOCYZpQUuJlnQbQ48zgGk-Ks1t145Yw for video tutorials by Christian Baer (Institute of Mathematics, University of Potsdam) about manifolds in SageMath. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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