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########################################## Table of Contents ########################################### 1. Conferences 1.1. Grav15, Cordoba, Argentina 1.2. IAU GA 2015 FM5: The Legacy of Planck, Honolulu, Hawaii 1.3. Extreme Gravity Workshop, Bozeman, Montana 1.4. Quantum Fields and Infrared Effects in de Sitter, Natal, Brazil 1.5. GR 100 in Rio 1.6. The Second Cesar Lattes Meeting, Niteroi-Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 1.7. The Fourth Galileo - Xu Guangqi Meeting, Beijing 1.8. The Next Detectors for Gravitational Wave Astronomy, 5-week workshop, KITPC, Beijing 1.9. MICRA 2015 - Microphysics in Computational Relativistic Astrophysics, Stockholm, Sweden 2. Jobs 2.1. Lagrange Thesis Fellowships - Institut Lagrange de Paris 2.2. ERC funded Post-Doctoral Research Associate in General Relativity and High Energy Physics (Fixed Term), DAMTP 2.3. Perimeter Scholars International 2.4. Senior Research Fellow in modelling neutron stars at University of Southampton 2.5. Teaching Postdoctoral Fellow, Physics Program, Bard College 2.6. Postdoctoral positions at ICTP-SAIFR, Brazil, Sao Paulo, Brazil 2.7. Postdoctoral Research Associate in Neutron Star Astrophysics, Amsterdam 2.8. Research Associate -- Gravitational Wave Astronomy/Numerical Relativity at Cardiff 2.9. PhD positions at Texas Tech 3. News 3.1. GWIC Thesis Prize and Stefano Braccini Thesis Prize for 2014: Call for Nominations 3.2. Grand Prix scientifique 2015 Simone and Cino del Duca Foundation 3.3. MG14 on-line registration is open 3.4. 2015 Awards for Essays on Gravitation ============================================== 1. Conferences ============================================== 1.1. Grav15, Cordoba, Argentina --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10131 Starting: 13/04/2015 to 17/04/2015 Location: Cordoba, Argentina Additional Information: http://www.famaf.unc.edu.ar/~ortiz/grav15/ Contact: gravconference[AT]gmail.com Grav15, 1st Circular We are pleased to announce that the conference Grav15 will be held in La Falda, Cordoba (ARGENTINA), from April 13th through April 17th, 2015. The venue of the conference is the Hotel del Lago: http://www.hoteldellagolafalda.com.ar/ Hotel location (map) This is the sixth in a new series ("GravYY") of conferences organized by the General Relativity and Gravitation Group at FaMAF (Universidad Nacional de Cordoba) since the year 2006. The conference is intended to bring together specialists working on gravitation and closely related topics, including classical and quantum gravity, mathematical relativity, numerical relativity, gravity in arbitrary dimensions, astrophysics and astro-particle physics. Graduate students and advanced undergraduate students are encouraged to apply, limited funds will be available to pay partial living expenses for students. The working languages of the conference will be Spanish and English. A preliminary list of invited speakers includes: Demetrios Christodoulou, ETH, Switzerland. Helmut Friedrich, Max Plank Institute for Gravitational Physics, Germany. Philippe G. Le Floch, Universite' Pierre et Marie Curie, France. Luis Lehner, Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics, Canada. Julio Oliva, Universidad Austral de Chile, Valdivia, Chile. Eric Poisson, University of Guelph, Canada. Jorge Pullin, Lousiana State University, USA. Gustavo Romero, Universidad Nacional de La Plata, Argentina. Manuel Tiglio, University of California, San Diego, USA. For registration, information on hotel reservation and rates, and updates on the Grav15 meeting please check the web page: http://www.famaf.unc.edu.ar/~ortiz/grav15/ Applications should be filed through the webform in the above page before March 2nd, 2015. The deadline for abstract submissions is March 16th, 2015. A registration fee AR$500 will be required, the method of payment will be informed in a second circular. For hotel booking please contact the Hotel's reception desk Tel. 0054 (0)3548 422407/421266, write to hoteldellago[AT]punillanet.com.ar, or fill in the "Formulario de Contacto" at the hotel's webpage. When making your reservation please mention that you are attending the Grav15 meeting to get the special rates. Further information on the General Relativity and Gravitation group at FaMAF and the previous Grav meetings can be found at +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.2. IAU GA 2015 FM5: The Legacy of Planck, Honolulu, Hawaii --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10158 Starting: 2015-08-11 to 2015-08-13 Location: Honolulu, Hawaii, USA Additional Information: http://www.cosmos.esa.int/web/planck-legacy-conference Contact: jtauber[AT]cosmos.esa.int ESA's Planck satellite was launched in May 2009 and has surveyed the whole sky in intensity and polarization uninterruptedly between August 2009 and October 2013, over a range of frequencies spanning the radio (30 GHz) to the submillimetre (857 GHz). Planck was designed to image the anisotropies of the Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) over the whole sky, with unprecedented sensitivity and angular resolution. In addition to the main cosmological goals of the mission, the Planck sky surveys are being used to study in detail the very sources of emission which "contaminate" the CMB signal, and results in a wealth of information on the properties of extragalactic sources, and on the dust and gas in our own galaxy. The aims of this conference are to: - publicize the wide variety of current and potential uses of Planck data - foster exchanges between users of Planck data - get feedback to optimize the last delivery of Planck data products. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.3. Extreme Gravity Workshop, Bozeman, Montana --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/12/11/extreme-gravity-workshop/ Starting: 2015-08-20 to 2015-08-22 Location: Bozeman, Montana, USA Additional Information: http://www.physics.montana.edu/gravity/workshop/workshop2015.htm Contact: cornish[AT]physics.montana.edu Announcing the Extreme Gravity Workshop in Bozeman, Montana, August 20th - 22nd 2015 The eXtreme Gravity Institute at Montana State University will host a discussion workshop devoted to astrophysical systems where relativistic gravitational effects can not be ignored: * Neutron stars: theory behind the equation of state, modeling of X-ray surface emission, data analysis considerations. * Black hole shadows: modeling of shadows, data analysis considerations and interpretation of results. * Gravitational wave astrophysics: extraction of physics, like the neutron star equation of state, after first detections. * Experimental relativity: cosmological, compact binary and gravitational wave tests of General Relativity. These areas are ripe for study with the promise of a wealth of observational data coming in the next few years from gravitational wave detectors (LIGO/Virgo, NANOGrav etc), the Event Horizon Telescope, the NICER x-ray telescope, and a wide array of cosmological probes. We invite interested participants to join in what we expect to be lively and informative discussions led by experts in each sub-field: * Tessa Baker (Oxford U.) * Enrico Barausse (Institute d'Astrophysique de Paris) * Avery Broderick (Perimeter Institute Waterloo U.) * Jim Lattimer (Stony Brook ) * Tyson Littenberg (CIERA Northwestern U.) * Sharon Morsink (University of Alberta) * Cole Miller (U. of Maryland) * Dimitrios Psaltis (Arizona State U.) * Scott Ransom (NRAO) * Sanjay Reddy (McGill U.) * Xavier Siemens (University of Wisconsin Milwaukee) Space is limited, so apply soon on the workshop website +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.4. Quantum Fields and Infrared Effects in de Sitter, Natal, Brazil --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10177 Starting: 2015-07-20 to 2015-07-31 Location: Natal, Brazil Additional Information: http://www.iip.ufrn.br/?pg==oFWaxmYuJleYJjUsR2RGBnYB1TP&lang=en&inf===wTEFVP Contact: bpessoa[AT]iip.ufrn.br Observational data indicate that the very early Universe was locally only infinitesimally different from the de Sitter space-time. The 2011 Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded for observations which suggest that the current Universe is again approaching a locally de Sitter phase, although with a much slower expansion rate. Therefore, quantum field theory on a locally de Sitter background is a key are of fundamental physics. When quantized matter fields on de Sitter are decomposed into different frequencies, one finds that frequencies much higher than the Hubble constant behave almost as in flat space. However, the low frequency modes of certain types of fields show a radically different behavior. This workshop will explore the behavior and the consequences of this IR sector, in cosmology and related areas. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.5. GR 100 in Rio --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/12/18/gr-100-in-rio/ Starting: 2015-07-27 to 2015-07-31 Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Additional Information: http://www.gr100inrio.com Contact: contact[AT]gr100inrio.com On November 4, 1915, Albert Einstein presented at the Prussian Academy of Sciences the first of four lectures about a covariant formulation of his proposal to modify the Newtonian physics of the universal gravitation. Since then, General Relativity has become the paradigm of any new theory of gravitation. To celebrate this centenary and in association to the celebration of the International Year of Light we are organizing a scientific meeting in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, named GR 100 in Rio, which will take place at the Centro Brasileiro de Pesquisas Fisicas (CBPF/MCTI), in the period of July 27 - 31, 2015. Registration deadline: March 31, 2015 - 20% discount deadline June 30, 2015 - final deadline Registration fee (until March 31, 2015): US$ 300 for faculty US$ 100 for post-docs, PhD and MSc students, undergrads The site of the event is at http://www.gr100inrio.com/ Best O. D. Aguiar (INPE) J. Braga (INPE) J. Fabris (UFES) J. A. Helayel (CBPF) S. E. Joras (UFRJ) V. De Lorenci (UNIFEI) Mario Novello - Chairman (CBPF) N. Pinto Neto (CBPF) C. Romero (UFPR) T. Villela (INPE) GR 100 in Rio Organizing Committee +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.6. The Second Cesar Lattes Meeting, Niteroi-Rio de Janeiro, Brazil --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10202 Starting: 13/04/2015 to 18/04/2015 Location: Niteroi-Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Additional Information: http://www.icranet.org/2cl/ Contact: 2cl[AT]icranet.org This scientific meeting will celebrate the International Year of Light under the aegis of UNESCO, the 100th anniversary of the Einstein Equations as well as the "Golden Jubilee" of Relativistic Astrophysics. It will take place at CBPF and UFF from the 13 to the 18 of April. Public lectures will be delivered at the Cassino da URCA as well as, in the following week, at Universities in Brazil including the UFPE in Recife, at UFPB in Joao Pessoa and at IFCE in Fortaleza. The meeting is dedicated to the coordination of the ICRANet Scientific activities in Brazil preceding to the MGXIV meeting in Rome in July 2015. The meeting will cover observational activities in the X, gamma ray and UHECR, theoretical progress in the relativistic astrophysics of Neutron Stars, Black Holes, Gravitational Waves and Cosmology as well as the development of the Brazilian Science Data Center (BSDC). It will address scientific issues from galactic and extragalactic sources and as far back in time as the appearance of the first structures in our Universe. Particular attention will be dedicated to illustrate the recent scientific progress in the Ph.D. thesis within the ICRANet joint International Relativistic Astrophysics Ph.D. program (the IRAP Ph.D. and EMJD Programs). These results will be illustrated by the former students. Recent scientific publications from postdoctoral research at ICRANet centers in Brazil and in Europe will be reviewed. The presence of senior research leaders from Brazil and Europe as well as of the ICRANet faculty will foster the interactions with the Brazilian scientific community at large. For further information please see: http://www.icranet.org/2cl/ A preliminary poster can be downloaded at: http://www.icranet.org/2cl/img/poster.pdf +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.7. The Fourth Galileo - Xu Guangqi Meeting, Beijing --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10204 Starting: 04/05/2015 to 08/05/2015 Location: Beijing, China Additional Information: http://www.icranet.org/4gx Contact: gx4[AT]icranet.org This scientific meeting will celebrate the International Year of Light under the aegis of UNESCO, the 100th anniversary of the Einstein Equations as well as the "Golden Jubilee" of Relativistic Astrophysics. It will take place in Beijing (China) from 4 to 8 May, 2015. It represent a joint action of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Division of Gravitation and Relativistic Astrophysics of the Chinese Physical Society, Yunnan Observatory, Shangai Astronomical Observatory, University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) and ICRANet. The Galileo Xu Guan Qi meetings have been created to have a forum for strategic exchanges between eastern and western science at the highest level dealing with relativistic astrophysics and related fundamental theoretical, experimental and observational fields. The aim is to enlarge the audience from the one strictly Chinese and Italian to one embracing European and western scientific interests and the eastern ones. Therefore a broader participation from Korea and Taiwan is encouraged, as well as a participation of scientists from Europe and the Americas. The name of Xu Guangqi, the collaborator of Matteo Ricci (Ri Ma Dou) celebrates his most extraordinary activities in bringing to China the works of Euclid and Galileo and his strong commitment to the process of modernization and scientific development of China. The meetings are particularly dedicated to recall the roots of the modern scientific research in the East and the West and review the recent progress in one of the most advanced fields of scientific research: the one of relativistic astrophysics. We review current progress in Relativistic Astrophysics made possible by astronomical observations of the Sun, of the Stars and of the Universe. These results have been achieved thanks to the theories of Albert Einstein and to the unprecedented numbers of observational techniques: in X-ray, Gamma-ray, optical wave-lengths from space based observatories, in radio telescopes wavelengths from telescopes on the ground as well as in particle physics from underground observatories. The first GX meeting was held in Shanghai, in 2009, the second in Ventimiglia, in 2010 and the third in Beijing, in 2011. This fourth meeting is convened in Beijing as a preliminary meeting preceding the XIV Marcel Grossmann meeting in July, 2015 in Rome. The preliminary poster of GX 4 can be downloaded at: http://www.icranet.org/images/stories/Meetings/XU4/gx4_poster.pdf Details on the program and registration are going to appear in China and in ICRANet at the beginning of January, 2015 Website: http://www.icranet.org/4gx +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.8. The Next Detectors for Gravitational Wave Astronomy, 5-week workshop, KITPC, Beijing --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/12/29/the-next-detectors-for-gravit… Starting: 2015-04-06 to 2015-05-08 Location: Beijing, China Additional Information: http://www.kitpc.ac.cn/?p=ProgDetail&id=PT20150406&i=main Contact: cairg[AT]itp.ac.cn The first detection of gravitational waves by ground-based detectors in the 10Hz - 10 kHz frequency band is expected after advanced gravitational wave detectors now being installed and commissioned reach their full sensitivity, between 2016-2020. Signals from the known population of binary neutron stars are expected, as well as signals from other sources such as binary black holes. In addition to ground-based detectors, space based detectors for the millihertz band are under active development, pulsar timing observatories are searching for gravitational waves in the nanohertz band, and studies of the cosmic microwave background are searching for evidence for gravitational waves at ~10-16 Hz. The need for an expanded array of ground-based detectors is well understood. Expansion of the array and particularly the addition of a southern hemisphere detector will greatly improve angular resolution, array duty cycle, source galaxy identification, and source parameter estimation. The expanded array should be designed to maximise the science outcomes of gravitational wave astronomy in regard to both the fundamental testing of general relativity and astrophysical observations. New approaches and new technologies for ground based gravitational wave detectors have been under development for a number of years. Proposed designs for future detectors were considered by the Einstein Telescope collaboration and by LIGO Scientific Collaboration "colour groups" in 2010-2012. This KITPC Program will bring leading experts in gravitational wave astrophysics, gravitational wave detector science and engineering, quantum opto-mechanics, precision optics, fine mechanics and materials science together in a 5 week program focused on designing the next ground based detectors, and special sessions and workshops on the optimum design for space based detectors. Future detector designs depend crucially on key enabling technologies in which there has been intense theoretical and experimental research over recent years. These include - theory of acoustic noise and development of optical materials that combine ultralow acoustic noise and optical losses, - theory and technology for Newtonian gravitational noise reduction, - theory and implementation of macroscopic quantum measurement techniques. Considerations for evaluating different detector arrays include: a) knowledge and modelling of signal sources; b) modelling of detector array performance in relation to source parameter extraction and signal to noise ratio; c) methods of data analysis; d) capabilities and performance of multi-messenger astronomy techniques. Finally, design choices for the next ground based detectors will depend on practical considerations that include the time scale for achieving performance requirements, understanding of the risks associated with design choices, and cost trade-offs versus funding opportunities. Week 1 will focus on the entire gravitational wave spectrum including regions targeted by pulsar timing, space laser interferometers, atom interferometers and ground based detectors. It will review the current knowledge of sources, detectors and data analysis, and identify critical areas of research in the physics of sources, gravitational wave detector science and multimessenger astronomy. Week 2 will include the Third Beijing Workshop on Gravitational Waves (held at Tsinghua University, Beijing). The program of this workshop is centered on the following themes: - Detection of gravitational waves: instruments, signal analysis, data analysis,... - Gravitational wave sources: neutron star binaries, black hole binaries,... - Multi-messenger astrophysics: optical, X-ray, or gamma ray counterparts, neutrinos,... - Other gravitational-wave related themes (supporting computing architecture,...) Weeks 3-4 will explore the possibilities for realistic designs for the next ground based detectors, plus workshop to explore space detector designs and their synergy with ground based detectors. Sessions will include: - Quantum measurement technologies based on optical squeezing and optical spring effects; - Core technologies including laser wavelength, test mass material, optical coatings, detector configurations, vacuum and cryogenics, and control systems. - Broadening the sensitivity bandwidth (<10Hz, >3kHz) and multimessenger astronomy. - Interferometer arm length: vacuum and cost/sensitivity trade-offs. Space detector workshop topics will include: - Technology: high-power space qualified lasers, ultra-stable oscillators, pointing, sensors, UV discharging, time delay interferometry. - Mission design: layout, armlength, orbit. - Sources, data analysis and multimessenger astronomy: galaxy and black hole evolution, optical counterparts, EMRI templates, TeV signatures and dark energy. Week 5 will focus on the programme outcomes: completion of the science case and conceptual design for the next ground based detectors. Publication: The outcomes will be published as a special issue of a refereed journal containing a single multi-authored design paper on the next ground based detector, a multi-authored review on space detectors and short individual contributions. Week 5 will also organize an international conference on gravitation and cosmology jointed with the 4th Galileo-Xu Guangxi meeting, to celebrate GR 100 About 50 international participants and 100 participants from China are expected to attend the KITP Program, which will take place on the Campus of the CAS-KITP in Beijing. The program will include formal presentations, workshops and informal working groups along the lines of Aspen workshops. The draft program below will be modified according to advice from the IAC and Coordinating Committee and availability of participants. Funding details for participants will be given in the second announcement. International Organizing Committee David Blair, Junwei Cao, Zhoujian Cao, Yanbei Chen, Yun-song Piao, Wen Zhao, Zong-Hong Zhu +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.9. MICRA 2015 - Microphysics in Computational Relativistic Astrophysics, Stockholm, Sweden --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10224 Starting: 2015-08-17 to 2015-08-21 Location: Stockholm, Sweden Additional Information: http://compact-merger.astro.su.se/MICRA2015/ Contact: cott[AT]tapir.caltech.edu Workshop on Microphysics In Computational Relativistic Astrophysics MIRCA 2015 will be held in Stockholm, Sweden, August 17 - 21, 2015. http://compact-merger.astro.su.se/MICRA2015/ Please mark your calendars! MICRA is an interdisciplinary workshop that will bring together researchers in nuclear and neutrino physics, nuclear astrophysics, and in numerical modeling of relativistic astrophysical phenomena such as the mergers of neutron stars and core-collapse supernovae. The overarching goal of the MICRA workshop is to improve the interaction and collaboration between different communities towards astrophysical simulations that combine state-of-the-art microscopic (neutrino-matter interactions, equations of state, thermonuclear reaction rates) and macroscopic physics/methods (e.g. hydrodynamics, radiative transfer and relativity). Multi-messenger signal predictions from simulations will be crucial to interpret future observations by the international network of advanced gravitational wave detectors (to come online around 2015), by current and future neutrino detectors, by classical astronomical observatories and by high-energy satellite missions. Major goals are therefore to establish a clear strategy to close the gap between simulation results and observations (gravitational wave, neutrino and electromagnetic). Scientific Organizing Committee: Almudena Arcones Axel Brandenburg Carla Frohlich Christian Ott Christopher Pethick Jocelyn Read Stephan Rosswog Laura Tolos +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. Lagrange Thesis Fellowships - Institut Lagrange de Paris ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10122 Deadline: 2015-01-15 Location: Paris, France Additional Information: http://ilp.upmc.fr/thesis-fellowships-call-2015.php Contact: contact[AT]ilp.upmc.fr The Lagrange Institute (ILP) invites applications for the fourth class of Lagrange thesis fellowships. The new Lagrange thesis fellows are expected to start in the Fall semester of 2015. Successful candidates will have demonstrated academic excellence, outstanding potential for creative research, and leadership qualities. Lagrange thesis fellows will be immersed in an internationally visible, world-class research environment in terms of intellectual, and computational resources, an extensive visitors' program, and significant involvement in the world's leading astronomical and (astro-)particle physics projects, such as Planck, Herschel, Euclid, CFHTLS, TeraPix, BOSS, SDSS III, VIPER, Square Kilometer Array, LHC, HESS, Auger, etc. The Lagrange thesis fellows will be enrolled in a doctoral school of the Université Pierre et Marie Curie, part of Sorbonne Universités, with access to intensive short courses in cutting edge areas of the field, such as dark matter and dark energy research, theoretical and experimental (astro-)particle physics, recent advances in quantum field theory and string theory. Special short courses will be offered in emerging research methods such as astrostatistics, discovery in petascale data sets, etc. The Lagrange Institute will support yearly summer or winter schools where thesis fellows can meet their future colleagues. All courses will be offered in English and taught by the leading experts in each field - either members of ILP or guest professors, including the Lagrange award holders. The list of thesis project proposals written by members of the ILP can be found in our website. Candidates are invited to contact their potential advisors directly before submitting their application. Applications should be submitted online by the 15th of January, 2015 and include academic history, course work, scientific interests, scholarships and honors, outside interests, purpose and goals. Candidates should arrange for 3 letters of reference to be uploaded to the web application. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. ERC funded Post-Doctoral Research Associate in General Relativity and High Energy Physics (Fixed Term), DAMTP ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10128 Deadline: 2014-12-31 Location: Cambridge, UK Additional Information: http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/5562/ Contact: p.figueras[AT]damtp.cam.ac.uk Salary: 28,695-37,394 GBP We hope to be able to appoint a Post-Doctoral Research Associate to work in the area of numerical general relativity in higher dimensions and in holographic settings within the General Relativity group at the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics (DAMTP), University of Cambridge. The research activity of the successful candidate will focus on the study of the dynamics of black holes in higher dimensions and in anti-de Sitter spaces, with an emphasis on applications to heavy ion physics. The General Relativity group in DAMTP has strong links with other groups in the department, such as the High Energy Physics and the Cosmology groups. This should be an ERC funded post, and the length of the tenure will be for 3 years. The preferred start date is 1st of October 2015. Duties include developing and conducting individual and collaborative research objectives, proposals and projects. The role holder will be expected to plan and manage their own research and administration, with guidance if required, and to assist in the preparation of proposals and applications to external bodies. You must be able to communicate material of a technical nature and be able to build internal and external contacts. You may be asked to assist in the supervision of student projects, the development of student research skills, provide instruction or plan/deliver seminars relating to research area. The successful candidate will have (or soon be completing) a PhD in the relevant areas described. The ideal candidate will have experience in numerical computations in general relativity and/or in holographic settings. Experience in parallel computing and C++ programming skills are desirable. Informal inquiries can be made by contacting Dr Pau Figueras (p.figueras[AT]damtp.cam.ac.uk). Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 3 years in the first instance. To apply online for this vacancy, please click on the 'Apply' button below. This will route you to the University's Web Recruitment System, where you will need to register an account (if you have not already) and log in before completing the online application form. Please indicate the contact details of three academic referees on the online application form and upload a full curriculum vitae and a description of your recent research (not to exceed two pages). Please note that your referees will be contacted automatically after you have submitted your application. Please quote reference LE04810 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy. The closing date is 31st December 2014. The University of Cambridge values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity. The Department would particularly welcome applications from women, since women are, and have historically been, underrepresented on our academic staff. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.3. Perimeter Scholars International ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/12/04/perimeter-scholars-internatio… Deadline: 2015-02-01 Location: Waterloo ON, Canada Additional Information: http://www.perimeterinstitute.ca/training/about-psi?cm_mid=4171124&cm_crmid… Contact: contact[AT]perimeterinstitute.ca Each year, Canadas Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics recruits approximately 30 exceptional science graduates for an immersive, 10-month physics boot camp: Perimeter Scholars International (PSI). This unique Masters program seeks not only students with stellar undergraduate physics track records, but also those with diverse backgrounds, collaborative spirit, creativity, and other attributes that will set them apart as future innovators. Features of the program include: All student costs (tuition, living, travel) are covered, removing financial and/or geographical barriers to entry Students learn from world-leading theoretical physicists resident Perimeter researchers and visiting scientists within the inspiring environment of Perimeter Institute Collaboration is valued over competition; deep understanding and creativity are valued over rote learning and examination PSI recruits worldwide: 85 percent of students come from outside of Canada PSI takes calculated risks, seeking extraordinary talent who may have non-traditional academic backgrounds but have demonstrated exceptional scientific aptitude PSI is now accepting applications for the class of 2015/16. Applications are due by February 1, 2015. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.4. Senior Research Fellow in modelling neutron stars at University of Southampton ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10161 Deadline: 2015-01-30 Location: Southampton, UK Additional Information: https://www.jobs.soton.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?ref=492014PJ Contact: wynn.ho[AT]soton.ac.uk The Southampton Gravity Group is offering a research position in theoretical modelling of neutron stars. You will undertake research within an STFC-funded project to investigate the physics, astrophysics and phenomenology of neutron stars. The University of Southampton (UK) is home to a large research group in gravitational physics. The Group currently comprises 10 staff members (Nils Andersson, Leor Barack, Oscar Dias, Carsten Gundlach, Ian Hawke, Wynn Ho, Ian Jones, Kostas Skenderis, Marika Taylor and James Vickers), 8 postdocs and 19 research students. Research in the group covers topics in black hole and neutron star physics, gravitational waves and numerical relativity, with additional expertise in string-inspired gravity and holography. The Group works with colleagues in the Southampton astronomy and high energy groups and is part of the newly created STAG research centre. You will have a PhD or equivalent in astronomy, astrophysics or physics, and a strong theoretical physics and computational background. A complete application should include (i) a curriculum vitae, including a list of publications; (ii) a brief (<1 page) statement of research interests; and (iii) the names and addresses of three referees. For informal inquiries contact Dr Wynn Ho (wynn.ho[AT]southampton.ac.uk). The two-year position is tenable from 1 October 2015 or as soon as possible thereafter, with an extension to 3 years possible subject to funding. The closing date for this vacancy is 30 January 2015. You should submit your completed online application form at www.jobs.soton.ac.uk. Please quote reference 492014PJ on all correspondence. See www.jobs.soton.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?ref=492014PJ for more details. We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Please note that applications from agencies will not be accepted unless indicated in the job advert. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.5. Teaching Postdoctoral Fellow, Physics Program, Bard College ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10168 Deadline: 2014-12-20 Location: Annandale-on-Hudson, New York Additional Information: http://apply.interfolio.com/28091 Contact: haggard[AT]bard.edu The Physics Program at Bard College invites applications for a two-year postdoctoral teaching fellowship. The department is in the midst of rapid growth and seeks to apply equal intellectual rigor to pedagogy and research. The candidate will teach two courses a year, as well as conduct research in quantum gravity and mathematical physics with Prof. Haggard. Eligibility is limited to applicants who have or will have completed their Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy or closely related field by the time of the appointment. The density of physics groups in the mid Hudson Valley makes this an ideal location to connect with the broader physics community. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, CV, a list of publications, statement of research interests/plans, and a teaching statement that summarizes her/his teaching experience and philosophy for improving student engagement and learning. Our program serves undergraduates and thought should be given to ways of including undergraduates in the candidates research program. The application and three recommendation letters should be sent directly to Interfolio. We encourage all candidates to apply by December 15, and applications will be considered until the position is filled. Bard College is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity. For further information about the position, please contact Prof. Hal Haggard at haggard[AT]bard.edu. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.6. Postdoctoral positions at ICTP-SAIFR, Brazil, Sao Paulo, Brazil ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10172 Deadline: 2015-01-12 Location: Sao Paulo, Brazil Additional Information: http://www.ictp-saifr.org/?page_id=625 Contact: rafael.porto.pereira[AT]gmail.com The ICTP South American Institute for Fundamental Research opens postdoctoral positions in the area of Gravitation/Cosmology and Astroparticle Physics. The appointments will be for two years with possible renewal for up to four years. Interested candidates must submit an updated CV, list of publications, research statement and at least three reference letters at the link provided, stating Gravity/Cosmology or Astroparticle Physics as the area of interest. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.7. Postdoctoral Research Associate in Neutron Star Astrophysics, Amsterdam ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10178 Deadline: 2015-02-01 Location: Amsterdam, The Netherlands Additional Information: http://www.astro.uva.nl/jobs/postdoctoral-research-associate-in-neutron-sta… Contact: A.L.Watts[AT]uva.nl The Neutron Star Theory group at the University of Amsterdam invites applications for an ERC-funded postdoctoral position to work on thermonuclear burst oscillations on accreting neutron stars, to start in Fall 2015. The successful candidate will work in a dedicated project group, led by Dr Anna Watts, with 1-2 other postdoctoral researchers and 2 PhD students. We are seeking candidates with an interest in working on either (a) theoretical studies of the burst oscillation mechanism, or (b) the connection to observations and the data/statistical analysis necessary to fit burst oscillation pulse profiles and recover neutron star mass and radius. Candidates must have (or expect to obtain by Fall 2015) a PhD in Physics/Astronomy/Applied Mathematics, and have a good research track record in a relevant field. Experience in any of the following areas - fluid dynamics, X-ray timing data, or General Relativity - would be desirable. Initial appointment will be for 2 years, with a 3rd year available subject to satisfactory performance (evaluated at the end of the 1st year). We offer a competitive salary (on the standard Dutch university scale, which depends on experience). The position comes with funds for travel and computers, and there are opportunities to supervise both Masters and Bachelors research projects. The Anton Pannekoek Institute of the University of Amsterdam is a world leading institute in high-energy astrophysics, with top-rated international research groups in black hole, neutron star and gamma-ray burst research. In addition there are research groups excelling in ground-based observational techniques. the study of stars and stellar evolution, planet formation, and astroparticle physics. Evaluation of applications (which should comprise a CV including publications, a concise statement of previous research and research interests, and the details of 3 people who can be contacted for letters of recommendation) will start on February 1 and continue until the position has been filled. Application materials should be sent by email to A.L.Watts at uva.nl. Informal enquiries are welcome. Included Benefits: The standard, generous Dutch social benefits apply to this position including collective health insurance, 16 weeks paid maternity leave, childcare subsidies, pension accrual, and several weeks annual paid vacation. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.8. Research Associate -- Gravitational Wave Astronomy/Numerical Relativity at Cardiff ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10187 Deadline: 2015-01-30 Location: Cardiff, UK Additional Information: http://bit.ly/1z2HQfu Contact: mark.hannam[AT]astro.cf.ac.uk Cardiff Gravitational Physics (http://www.astro.cardiff.ac.uk/research/gravity/) is seeking applications to fill two postdoctoral research associate positions. You will have the opportunity to take part in the exciting search for gravitational waves in data from the most sensitive interferometers built to date using state-of-the-art computational infrastructure. Group members play leading roles in efforts to search for signals from gamma-ray bursts, supernovae, and the coalescence of neutron star and black hole binaries. They model astrophysical sources of gravitational waves using analytical and numerical relativity and develop search algorithms for their detection and interpretation with current and future detectors. The emphasis of the posts will be on developing algorithms for the detection and study of gravitational-wave signals from compact binary mergers or unmodelled burst sources in data from Advanced LIGO, Advanced Virgo, and GEO-HF, or modelling of compact-binary systems using a combination of numerical simulations and analytic methods. The positions are available initially for a period of one year, renewable depending on funding and performance, and are at the Research Associate (Grade 6) level. The position is available from 1st September 2015, but the precise starting date is negotiable. This post is fixed term / full time position Salary: 31,342 - 37,394 GBP per annum. (Grade 6) Informal enquiries can be made to Dr. Stephen Fairhurst, Dr. Mark Hannam, or Dr Patrick Sutton by email at stephen.fairhurst[AT]astro.cf.ac.uk, mark.hannam[AT]astro.cf.ac.uk, or Patrick.Sutton[AT]astro.cf.ac.uk. Date advert posted: Tuesday 16 December 2014 Closing date: Friday 30 January 2015 For more details, see the full job announcement at http://bit.ly/1z2HQfu +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.9. PhD positions at Texas Tech ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/12/31/phd-positions-at-texas-tech/ Deadline: 2015-02-01 Location: Lubbock, TX, USA Additional Information: http://www.phys.ttu.edu Contact: alessandra.corsi[AT]ttu.edu There is a new gravity group at Texas Tech University (TTU): Professors Alessandra Corsi (started August 2014) and Benjamin Owen (starting January 2015) work on gravitational wave data analysis, and Owen also does theoretical work on sources of gravitational waves. Both are looking for graduate students, and several postdocs and undergraduates are already joining the group. TTU gravity is part of the astronomy group, which started within the Physics Department in January 2013 as part of TTU's ongoing drive to enhance its research profile. The other astronomy faculty include Thomas Maccarone and David Sand, both having research overlap with gravity via compact objects, extreme astrophysics, and transient electromagnetic astronomy. TTU is a member of the LIGO Scientific Collaboration, and the astronomy group maintains strong collaborations with gravity and astronomy groups at many other institutions. More information on the TTU physics department is available at http://www.phys.ttu.edu. The graduate application process is described at http://www.phys.ttu.edu/grad_step_by_step.html. The deadline for applications for Fall 2015 is February 1, 2015, so apply soon! +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. GWIC Thesis Prize and Stefano Braccini Thesis Prize for 2014: Call for Nominations ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/12/04/gwic-thesis-prize-and-stefano… Additional Information: https://gwic.ligo.org/thesisprize/ The Gravitational Wave International Committee is pleased to announce that nominations for the 2014 GWIC Thesis Prize and for the 2014 Stefano Braccini Thesis Prize are now open. Both prizes recognize outstanding PhD theses in the area of gravitational waves. This call for nominations covers both prizes. A joint selection committee will select two winners, with the GWIC Thesis Prize emphasizing the impact of the research on the field of gravitational wave science, while the Braccini Thesis Prize will be awarded with an emphasis on innovation. Members of the gravitational wave community are invited to nominate students who have performed notable research on any aspect of gravitational wave science. Theses will be judged on 1) originality and creativity of the research, 2) importance to the field of gravitational waves and gravitational wave detection, broadly interpreted, and 3) clarity of presentation. Each winner will receive a certificate of recognition and a prize of USD 1,000. GWIC is privileged to nominate both thesis prize winners for publication in the book series Springer Theses. Subject to certain qualifications, Springer Theses publishes exceptional Ph.D. theses in the physical sciences in their entirety. If accepted, each winner will receive an additional 500 EUR from Springer upon publication. Eligibility: Both prizes are award on a calendar year basis. Theses should have been accepted by their institutions between 1 January 2014 and 31 December 2014. It is expected that many of the nominations will come from the member projects of GWIC, but this is not a requirement. Nominated theses may be in any language. A committee selected from the gravitational wave community will evaluate the nominations and select the winner. The selection committee will make all determinations about eligibility. Nominations: Nominations should be submitted to the selection committee chair (Archana Pai) by 15 January 2015. The nomination package consists of (i) the thesis, (ii) a letter of nomination, preferably from the thesis advisor, and (iii) a supporting letter from another scientist familiar with the work. The nomination and supporting letters should describe the importance and novelty of the research and the student's particular contribution. Electronic submission of the the thesis and letters is strongly preferred. Electronic copies of the nomination materials may be sent to , with a copy to . All nominations will be acknowledged. If electronic submission is impossible, please contact for instructions concerning paper submission. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.2. Grand Prix scientifique 2015 Simone and Cino del Duca Foundation ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/12/05/grand-prix-scientifique-2015-… Additional Information: http://www.academie-sciences.fr/activite/prix/gp_duca.htm Call for applications Every year, alternatively under the disciplines of the two divisions(1) of Academy of Sciences, the Simone and Cino del Duca Foundation of the Institut de France awards a scientific prize based on the recommendations of a jury of members of the Institut de France.The Grand Prix will be awarded to a French or European scientist and his/her team(2) that will propose an ambitious research project on a promising theme. In 2015, the theme retained for the 1st division is General relativity from the macrocosm to the microcosm: experimental tests, geolocalisation, gravitational waves, black holes, quantum gravitation,... The Grand Prix del Duca 2015, will reward to a French or European researcher, and his team, making an ambitious project, where general relativity plays a central role over all promising topic like those mentioned above. This topic could be experimental or theoretical, and involved the microcosm and the macrocosm. The prize is as follows: a) 200,000 EUR to finance the work of the award-winning group, b) 25,000 EUR awarded to the director of the research group, c) 50,000 EUR (maximum amount paid on supporting) towards the hiring of one or more French or foreign postdoctoral researchers to be selected by the group director, in the two years following the award of the prize. An agreement will be established between the laboratory and the Foundation del Duca to define the conditions of payment. The applications must be sent on line not later than Thursday, January 22, 2015 to the following electronic address: http://prix.academie-sciences.fr For further information, you can consult this call for application on the website of the French Academy of sciences at the address: http://www.academie-sciences.fr/activite/prix/gp_duca.htm ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.3. MG14 on-line registration is open ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10200 Additional Information: http://www.icra.it/mg/mg14/ It gives us great pleasure to announce the opening of on-line registration http://www.icra.it/mg/mg14/registration.htm for the 14thMarcel Grossmann Meeting that will take place in Rome at Sapienza University July 12 to 18 , 2015. The early registration fee is 350 EUR through May 25, after which the fee will be 400 EUR. The student fee is 150 EUR at any time (with certification of "Student Status"). The preliminary poster is: http://www.icra.it/mg/mg14/MG14_poster.pdf Abstracts for parallel session presentations must be submitted by June 1st, 2015, but preferably at the time of registration. The current preliminary list of parallel sessions and related chairpersons can be found at: http://www.icra.it/mg/mg14/par_sessions_chairs.htm A preliminary list of confirmed plenary speakers is also available: http://www.icra.it/mg/mg14/invited_speakers.htm All inquiries may be directed to the meeting mailbox: mg14[AT]icra.it Remo Ruffini (chair of International Organizing Committee) Robert Jantzen (chair of International Coordinating Committee) Massimo Bianchi (chair of Local Organizing Committee) ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.4. 2015 Awards for Essays on Gravitation ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/12/30/2015-awards-for-essays-on-gra… Additional Information: http://www.gravityresearchfoundation.org In 2015, for our sixty-sixth competition, the trustees of the Gravity Research Foundation are offering five awards for short essays for the purpose of stimulating thought and encouraging work on gravitation. The stipulations follow. (1) We will make these Awards on May 15, 2015 for the best well-written essays, 1500 words or fewer (excluding abstracts, diagrams, references and minimal equations), on the subject of gravitation, its theory, applications, or effects. (2) The First Award will be 4000.00 USD The Second Award will be 1250.00 The Third Award will be 1000.00 The Fourth Award will be 750.00 The Fifth Award will be 500.00 (3) Essays must be in English and e-mailed in a single PDF file before April 1, 2015. One essay only will be accepted from each author. Notify us within 24 hours if you do not receive an e-mail confirmation of your submission. (4) Title pages should include essay title; authors' names, e-mail and mailing addresses; submission date; an abstract of 125 words or less; and the statement: "Essay written for the Gravity Research Foundation 2015 Awards for Essays on Gravitation." Pages should be numbered. (5) The decision of the judges will be final and no reviews or comments will be provided. (6) Please check the winners' announcement to be posted on our website: www.gravityresearchfoundation.org around May 15, 2015. We will also attempt to send all participants a general e-mail notification. (7) The five award-winning essays will be published in a special issue of the International Journal of Modern Physics D (IJMPD). Authors of essays designated Honorable Mention will be invited to submit their essays to the IJMPD where these may undergo additional refereeing at editorial discretion for possible publication. Authors of all other essays are free and encouraged to publish their essays after May 15th. Submission e-mail address: George M. Rideout, Jr., President, grideoutjr[AT]aol.com Recent First Award Winners: 2014 - Lawrence M. Krauss, Arizona State University and Frank Wilczek, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) 2013 - Baocheng Zhang, Qing-yu Cai, Ming-sheng Zhan, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Wuhan and Li You, Tsinghua University, Bejing, PR China 2012 - Claus Kiefer and Manuel Kraemer, University of Cologne, Koeln, Germany 2011 - Ivan Agullo, Penn State and Leonard Parker, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee 2010 - Mark Van Raamsdonk, University of British Columbia, Vancouver 2009 - Alexander Burinskii, Russian Academy of Sciences, Russia 2008 - T. Padmanabhan, IUCAA, Pune, India 2007 - S. Carlip, University of California at Davis 2006 - Vijay Balasubramanian, University of Pennsylvania; Donald Marolf, University of California at Santa Barbara and Moshe Rozali, University of British Columbia 2005 - John Ellis, CERN; N. E. Mavromatos, King'ss College London and D. V. Nanopoulos, Texas A and M University 2004 - Maulik Parikh, Columbia University, New York 2003 - Martin Bojowald, The Pennsylvania State University 2002 - Steven B. Giddings, University of California at Santa Barbara and Stanford University 2001 - Csaba Csaki and Joshua Erlich, Los Alamos National Lab and Christophe Grojean, University of California at Berkeley 2000 - Arthur Lue and Erick J. Weinberg, Columbia University, New York ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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########################################## Table of Contents ########################################### 1. Conferences 1.1. International School of Gravitational Wave Physics, Kyoto, 2015 1.2. International Conference on General Relativity [ICGR-2015], Amravati, India 1.3. 2nd IEEE International Workshop on Metrology for Aerospace, Special Session on "Relativistic Metrology", Benevento, Italy 1.4. WE-Heraeus International Winter School on Gravity and Light, Linz, Austria 1.5. Hot topics in Modern Cosmology - SW9, Cargese, France 1.6. Workshop on Binary Neutron Star Mergers, Thessaloniki, Greece 1.7. 4th International Conference on Mathematical Modeling in Physical Sciences, Mykonos, Greece 1.8. Trimester Fall 2015 - Mathematical General Relativity, Poincare Institute, Paris 1.9. Compact stars and black holes at black sea, Nesebar, Bulgaria 1.10. General Relativity and Gravitation: A Centennial Perspective 2. Jobs 2.1. Postdoctoral positions at Perimeter Institute 2.2. PhD positions in gravitational physics in Germany 2.3. Max Planck Partner Group Post-doctoral Positions at IISER-TVM, India 2.4. Two postdoc positions in quantum gravity/quantum cosmology at the Niels Bohr Institute, Copenhagen 2.5. Postdoctoral Position in Gravitational Wave Physics at the University of Tübingen, Germany 2.6. Postdoctoral and Doctoral Openings at the AEI in Potsdam 2.7. Postdoctoral Research Associate in Numerical Relativity or Computational Astrophysics at West Virginia University 2.8. Two Joint Faculty Positions at Perimeter Institute and Guelph 2.9. Postdoc(s) at Texas Tech 2.10. Postdoc in Quantum Gravity at Radboud University 2.11. Senior Lecturer at University of Portsmouth 2.12. Max Planck Partner Group Gravitational Wave Post-doctoral Positions at IISER-TVM 3. News 3.1. New CQG focus issue on Advanced Interferometric Gravitational Wave Detectors, P. Shawhan and M.-A. Bizouard Editors 3.2. New publication of Eddingtons Report on the Relativity Theory of Gravitation 3.3. Volume dedicated to the 100th anniversary of Einstein's general relativity 3.4. New Book: Covariant Loop Quantum Gravity: An Elementary Introduction to Quantum Gravity and Spinfoam Theory (Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics) by C. Rovelli and F. Vidotto 3.5. CQG Focus issue: relativistic effects in cosmology 3.6. Call for Nominations: The 2015 Bronstein Prize in Loop Quantum Gravity 3.7. Newly launched journal in gravitation and comsology: Universe ============================================== 1. Conferences ============================================== 1.1. International School of Gravitational Wave Physics, Kyoto, 2015 --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/11/03/international-school-of-gravi… Starting: 2015-03-25 to 2015-03-28 Location: Kyoto, Japan Additional Information: http://www2.yukawa.kyoto-u.ac.jp/~yitpis15/ Contact: yitpis15[AT]yukawa.kyoto-u.ac.jp This is the second of the series of international schools organized by Yukawa Institute for Theoretical Physics. Now we are at the dawn of gravitational wave physics. In a few years we are going to reach a new horizon of gravitational wave observation. At the same time various observations for simultaneous electromagnetic counterpart search are going to be ready. Therefore, it is high time for young students to participate in this exciting research area. As a guide to gravitational wave physics, we organize this school. The school is scheduled from March 25th to 28th in 2015. We invite renouned lecturers as listed below. Each of them will give us 3 or 4 lectures. We also have poster session to encourage the research communication among participants. Participation of senior researchers are not also excluded. For participation, please register before Dec. 15th. http://www2.yukawa.kyoto-u.ac.jp/~yitpis15/ We have some financial support for the local expenses (accommodations and minimum amount for per diem) upon request of participants, although we may have to restrict the number of participants from several constraints. If you also need the support for your travel expenses, please write your request in the comment column. The organizers will arrange the accommodations of the participants from abroad. In case you cover the cost for accommodations by yourself, it will cost about 3,500-7,000yen/night. We have a party on 27th. We will ask you 4,000yen (2,000yen for student) as a participation fee. Venue: Panasonic Auditorium, Yukawa Institute for Theoretical Physics, Kyoto University Contact address of School Secretariat: yitpis15[AT]yukawa.kyoto-u.ac.jp Invited Lecturers Include: Andrei Beloborodov (Columbia) Patrick Brady (Wisconsin-Milwaukee) Christian Ott (Caltech) Nico Yunes (Montana State) Local Organizing Committee: Kenta Kiuchi, Hiroyuki Nakano, Yu-ichiro Sekiguchi, Masaru Shibata, Naoki Seto, Yudai Suwa, Takahiro Tanaka +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.2. International Conference on General Relativity [ICGR-2015], Amravati, India --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9987 Starting: 2015-11-25 to 2015-11-28 Location: SANT GADGE BABA AMRAVATI UNIVERSITY, AMRAVATI [INDIA] Additional Information: http://www.sgbau.ac.in Contact: ati_ksadhav[AT]yahoo.co.in INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON GENERAL RELATIVITY [ICGR-2015] SANT GADGE BABA AMRAVATI UNIVERSITY, AMRAVATI [INDIA] 100 Years of General Relativity: First Announcement An International Conference to commemorate 100 years of General Relativity will be organised at the Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University, INDIA from Nov 25th to 28th, 2015 sponsored by the University Grants Commission, New Delhi. Please mark these dates in your calendars. The Conference aims to bring on a single platform relativists from across the world so as to deliberate on various aspects of this path-breaking theory, to exchange the latest developments on the subjects, and to spark interest in the minds of young researchers. The Conference is going to have invited talks by a number of experts in the field. It will have plenary sessions and paper reading sessions in the following areas of General Relativity: i) Mathematical and Numerical General Relativity. ii) Relativistic Astrophysics and Cosmology. iii) Modified Theories of Gravitation. iv) Experimental and Observational Gravity. v) Quantum Gravity. vi) Black Hole Physics, Dark Matter and dark Energy. vii) Any other related topics. It is also proposed to bring out a Volume containing the proceedings of the Conference, which will be released at the Conference. We extend to you a warm invitation to be an honoured member of this International Conference by participating in the deliberations of the Conference by delivering a Talk, presenting a paper. We are sure that your scholarly presence will inspire young researchers. Kindly favour us with your acceptance. Convenor Dr Kishor Adhav Ph.D.; D.Sc. Professor and Head , Department of Mathematics Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University, AMRAVATI, [MAHARASHTRA STATE] (444602) INDIA . Web: www.sgbau.ac.in e-mail: kishoradhav[AT]sgbau.ac.in; ati_ksadhav[AT]yahoo.co.in (O)0091-721-2664862 , (R)0091-721-2662242 ; (Mobile)0091-9011044315 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.3. 2nd IEEE International Workshop on Metrology for Aerospace, Special Session on "Relativistic Metrology", Benevento, Italy --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/11/05/2nd-ieee-international-worksh… Starting: 2015-06-04 to 2015-06-05 Location: Benevento, Italy Additional Information: http://www.metroaerospace.org/index.php/relativistic-metrology Contact: roberto.peron[AT]iaps.inaf.it *** First announcement *** 2nd IEEE International Workshop on Metrology for Aerospace (MetroAeroSpace 2015) Benevento, June 4-5, 2015 Special Session on "Relativistic Metrology" Chair: R. Peron, E. Lorenzini The Session will take place at Benevento, Italy, in the context of the 2nd IEEE International Workshop on Metrology for Aerospace (MetroAeroSpace 2015), June 4-5, 2015. It will focus on the consequences of special and general relativistic models on the definition and measurement of various metrological quantities. Topics covered (non-exhaustive list): Measurement of time (and frequency); Measurement of length; Geodesy; Navigation; Astronomy and astrometry; Fundamental physics tests in space. Abstracts are welcome on these, as well as on related ones. For more information please see http://www.metroaerospace.org/index.php/relativistic-metrology Abstract submission: Deadline January 11, 2015 Email to roberto.peron[AT]iaps.inaf.it enrico.lorenzini[AT]unipd.it +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.4. WE-Heraeus International Winter School on Gravity and Light, Linz, Austria --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10013 Starting: 2015-02-14 to 2015-02-28 Location: Linz/Austria Additional Information: http://www.gravity-and-light.org Contact: contact[AT]gravity-and-light.org With the generous support of the Wilhelm and Else Heraeus Foundation, 50 Scholarships are available for excellent physics and mathematics students (in their 4th or 5th year at university, but 3rd year undergraduates and beginning PhD students are equally considered) to participate in the International Winter School on Gravity and Light in Linz/Austria, from 14 -- 28 February 2015 which will take students from the basics to the research frontier: Central lecture course on general relativity and light (30 hours) F P Schuller (Institute for Quantum Gravity, Erlangen) Lectures on gravitational lensing (5 hours) M C Werner (Kavli IPMU Tokyo and Yukawa Institute) Lectures on the Hamiltonian formulation of general relativity (5 hours) D Giulini (Hannover and ZARM) Lectures on the cosmic microwave background V Pettorino (Heidelberg and SISSA) Lectures on gravitational waves (5 hours) B F Schutz (Albert-Einstein-Institute and Cardiff) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.5. Hot topics in Modern Cosmology - SW9, Cargese, France --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/11/15/hot-topics-in-modern-cosmolog… Starting: 2015-04-27 to 2015-05-01 Location: IESC (Cargese, France) Additional Information: http://www.cpt.univ-mrs.fr/~cosmo/SW_2015/SW9.html Contact: triay[AT]cpt.univ-mrs.fr Spontaneous Workshop (SW) brings together specialists on recent insights in Particle Physics, Astrophysics and Cosmology. The aim is to stimulate debate on common topics in views of providing us with innovating ideas. The workshops organization is based on an optimal number of concise presentations and enough space for discussions on emerging problems in order to encourage interactions among participants. SW9 topics includes : - Cosmological parameters Anomalies in CMB - Baryon and Lepton number violation CP violation - LHC and Dark Matter Astroparticle Physics - Neutrino Cosmology - Baryogenesis and Leptogenesis Cosmic antimatter - Inflation Dark Energy Modified Gravity - Cosmological Large Scale Structures Magnetic Fields - Gravitational waves of Cosmological and Astrophysical origin +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.6. Workshop on Binary Neutron Star Mergers, Thessaloniki, Greece --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/11/19/workshop-on-binary-neutron-st… Starting: 2015-05-27 to 2015-05-29 Location: Thessaloniki, Greece Additional Information: http://www.astro.auth.gr/~bns2015 Contact: bns2015[AT]astro.auth.gr FIRST ANNOUNCEMENT The summer of 2015 will mark the onset of the first science run of 2nd-generation interferometric gravitational wave detectors and over the next years several such detectors will form a world-wide network. The most promising sources of gravitational waves for these instruments are mergers of compact binaries. In particular, the coalescences of binary neutron star systems are considered to be the most probable events. Through gravitational wave observations, the equation of state of high-density matter is expected to be significantly constrained. But the merger events also include a rich phenomenology, such as r-process nucleosynthesis, magnetohydrodynamic processes and high-energy emission. Ultimately, merger events will be an ideal target for multi-messenger astronomy. The workshop will bring together experts from various fields that are relevant to the astrophysics of binary neutron star mergers, in order to foster interaction and a better understanding of the phenomenology. The presentation and discussion of the latest research results will allow for setting up new observational strategies and for devising new methods for arriving at observational constraints. We encourage the participation of young researchers and for this reason several talks will give a concise overview of particular aspects of binary neutron star astrophysics. The interdisciplinary character of the meeting is reflected in the list of invited review speakers: S. Bose (Washington State) J. Friedman (Milwaukee) T. Janka (MPA Garching) K. Kokkotas (Tuebingen) J. Lattimer (Stony Brook) B. Metzger (Columbia) S. Reddy (Seattle) L. Rezzolla (Frankfurt) B. Sathyaprakash (Cardiff) M. Shibata (Kyoto) During the workshop, a working group meeting in the framework of the ERC COST action "NewCompStar" will take place (further details on the working group meeting will be announced through the NewCompStar mailing list). The workshop will take place in the new building of the Research Dissemination Center at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki the largest university in Greece. The campus is located in the heart of the city. A number of rooms at selected hotels have been reserved at special conference prices. Please note that the block reservation will be valid until the registration deadline only, so it is advisable to make your reservation before January 20, 2015. After that, rooms will depend on availability of each hotel. Registration and abstract submission can be done through: http://www.astro.auth.gr/~bns2015/registration.html The deadline for registration and abstract submission is January 20th, 2015. Soon after that, the official program will be announced. A limited number of partial travel grants is available for students by the Virgo-Ego Scientific Forum (VESF) and for working group meeting participants by the ERC COST action "NewCompStar". We are looking forward to meeting all interested participants in Thessaloniki in May! With our best regards, The Organising Committee N. Stergioulas A. Bauswein P. Iosif G. Tantilian N. Tryfonidis +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.7. 4th International Conference on Mathematical Modeling in Physical Sciences, Mykonos, Greece --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/11/23/4th-international-conference-… Starting: 2015-06-05 to 2015-06-08 Location: Mykonos Island, Greece Additional Information: http://www.icmsquare.net/ Contact: secretariat[AT]icmsquare.net The conference aims to promote the knowledge and the development of high-quality research in mathematical fields that have to do with the applications of other scientific fields and the modern technological trends that appear in them, these fields being those of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Medicine, Economics, Sociology, Environmental sciences etc. Keynote Speaker : Prof. Henrik J. Jensen, Imperial College of London, Department of Mathematics, UK Invited Speakers : Prof. Panos Argyrakis, University of Thessaloniki, Department of Physics, Greece Prof. Tassos Bountis, University of Patras, Department of Mathematics, Greece Prof. Gabriela Gonzalez, Louisiana State University, Department of Physics and Astronomy, USA Prof. Jorge Pullin, Louisiana State University, Department of Physics and Astronomy, USA Prof. Kalman Varga, Vanderbilt University, Department of Physics and Astronomy, USA Steering Committee: Elias C. Vagenas, Kuwait University, Kuwait Dimitrios Vlachos, University of Peloponnese, Greece +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.8. Trimester Fall 2015 - Mathematical General Relativity, Poincare Institute, Paris --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10103 Starting: 2015-09-14 to 2015-12-18 Location: Paris, France Additional Information: http://philippelefloch.org Contact: contact[AT]philippelefloch.org It is our pleasure to announce a program on "Mathematical General Relativity organized at the Emile Borel Centre of Henri Poincare Institute in Paris, from September 14th to December 18th, 2015. The organizers of this quarter are Lars Andersson, Sergiu Klainerman and Philippe G. LeFloch. Registration for the program and workshops is free and recommended. During this Trimester we will have: - An introductory school «Introduction to mathematical general relativity» is organized from September 14th to 18th at IHP - 4 workshops will take place at the Institute as well: "Recent advances in general relativity" - September 23rd to 25th "Dynamics of self gravitating matter" - October 26th to 29th "Main Conference of the program: General Relativity: A celebration of the 100th anniversary" - November 16th to 20th "Relativity and Geometry- in memory of A. Lichnerowicz" - December 14th to 16th - 1 workshop will be held in Montpellier: "Geometric aspects of mathematical relativity" - September 28th to October 1st +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.9. Compact stars and black holes at black sea, Nesebar, Bulgaria --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10106 Starting: 2015-07-08 to 2015-07-10 Location: Nesebar, Bulgaria Additional Information: http://www.tat.physik.uni-tuebingen.de/~tat/Nesebar2015/ Contact: gravitynesebar[AT]gmail.com FIRST ANNOUNCEMENT The workshop Compact stars and black holes at black sea will be held in Nesebar, Bulgaria, from 8th to 10th of July 2015. It will be devoted to neutron star and black hole models and dynamics in both classical general relativity and alternative theories of gravity. The topics will cover a variety of subjects ranging from theoretical models to astrophysical implications and confrontation with observations. The purpose of this workshop is to bring together leading experts in these fields and to encourage interdisciplinary interactions. The goal is to critically discuss existing and come up with new strategies for testing the strong field regime of Einsteins theory of gravity and its generalizations. The workshops organization aims to give the speakers an optimal time for presentations followed by thorough discussions in order to encourage interaction between the scientists. The list of invited speakers covers a wide range of specialist: Haris Apostolatos (Athens) Cosimo Bambi (Shanghai) Salvatore Capozziello (Naples) Yavuz Ek?i (Istanbul) Kostas Glampedakis (TBC) (Murcia) Pablo Laguna (Atlanta) Paul Lasky (Melbourne) Jose Lemos (Lisbon) Sergei Odintsov (Barcelona) George Pappas (Nottingham) Luciano Rezzolla (TBC) (Frankfurt) Deirdre Shoemaker (Atlanta) Hajime Sotani (Tokyo) Thomas Sotiriou (Nottingham) Nikolaos Stergioulas (Thessaloniki) The workshop is partially sponsored by the Alexander von Humboldt foundation via a Research Group Linkage Programme. The Organising Committee D. Doneva K. Kokkotas S. Yazadjiev +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.10. General Relativity and Gravitation: A Centennial Perspective --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10110 Starting: 2015-07-08 to 2015-07-10 Location: Nesebar, Bulgaria Additional Information: http://event.gravity.psu.edu/ Contact: gravitynesebar[AT]gmail.com Third Announcement An international conference to celebrate 100 years of general relativity, entitled General Relativity and Gravitation: A Centennial Perspective will be held at the University Park campus of Penn State from Sunday, June 7 through Friday, June 12, 2015 under the auspices of the International Society on General Relativity and Gravitation (ISGRG) and the Topical Group on Gravitation (GGR) of the American Physical Society. ISGRG has commissioned a volume to celebrate the centennial, to be published by the Cambridge University Press. This volume will be released at the conference. For Table of contents, see: http://event.gravity.psu.edu/book_toc.shtml Registration is now open at the conference website: http://event.gravity.psu.edu/index.shtml The regular registration fee is $150 with a student rate of $75 and the accompanying guest rate of $50. This fee includes all social events including the banquet. Early registration is strongly recommended since the total number of participants is limited because of the capacity of the main auditorium. Scientific Structure of the Conference The scientific program has a dual goal: To assess the current status of our field in broad terms, and discuss future directions. Therefore the plenary part of the conference will feature invited talks on various areas as well as perspective sessions in which 3-4 panelists will share their vision on a single theme. The invited talks will consist of broad overviews summarizing major developments over the past 2-3 decades. The perspective sessions will look to the future. The Plenary Program is as follows. Overviews: Speakers and Topics Einsteins Triumph Eiichiro Komatsu: Observation and theoretical aspects of precision cosmology Peter Meszaros: Gamma ray bursts Clifford Will: Was Einstein right? New Window on the Universe: Gravitational Waves Gabriela Gonzalez: Receiving gravitational waves B. S. Sathyaprakash: Sources of gravitational waves: Theory & Observations Gravity is Geometry, Afterall Piotr Chrusciel: General relativistic constraint equations Mihalis Deformos: Stability of black holes and cosmic censorship conjectures Luis Lehner: Probing strong field gravity through numerical simulations. Beyond Einstein Gary T. Horowitz: Quantum gravity via supersymmetry and holography Carlo Rovelli: From general relativity to quantum gravity Robert M. Wald: Quantum field theory in curved space-times. Future Perspectives Panels: Topics and Panel Chairs Future directions in Computational Gravity (Frans Pretorius) Frontiers of Relativistic Astrophysics (Masaru Shibata) Next Decade in Cosmology (Roy Maartens) Future technologies in gravitational wave science (Rana Adhikari) Gravity Meets the Quantum (Gabriele Veneziano) Parallel sessions These will be divided into four themes following the tradition of the GRn conferences of the ISGRG: A1. Mathematical General Relativity (Chair: Gregory Galloway) A2. Numerical Relativity and Astrophysics (Chair: Deirdre Shoemaker) B1. Relativistic Astrophysics (Jocelyn Read) B2. Theoretical and Observational Cosmology (Arthur Kosowsky) C1. Gravitational Waves: Event rates (Daniel Holz) C2. Numerical Relativity, Data Analysis and Sources (Alessandra Buonanno) C3. LIGO/VIRGO Search Plans (Laura Cadonati) C4. Status of LIGO (Stefan Ballmer) D1. From General Relativity to Quantum Gravity (Jorge Pullin) D2. Higher Dimensions, Holography, and Supersymmetry These sessions will feature contributed talks, as well as a few invited talks providing introductions to broad sub-areas. There will also be a special Poster Session one afternoon featuring not only contributed presentations but also posters summarizing the invited talks at parallel sessions for the benefit of the participants who could not attend those specific sessions. The abstract submission link will open early December. There is a limit of two abstracts per participant. Although abstracts can be submitted prior to registration, as a general rule, session Chairs will consider abstracts only from registered participants. General Information The conference will offer ample opportunities for informal discussions and social interactions. There will be a welcome reception in the evening on Sunday, June 7, a poster session (with refreshments) in the afternoon on Tuesday, June 9 and a conference banquet on Thursday, June 11. Participation in all these events in included in the registration fee. The conference will end late afternoon on Friday, June 12. The local airport at Penn State is University Park/State College (SCE), served by Delta, United, and US Airways with flights from Chicago, Detroit, Philadelphia and Washington DC. University Park/State College is also within easy driving distance (approximately 2-4 hours) from Baltimore, New York, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Washington DC. A block of rooms has been reserved at local hotels and again, early reservations are strongly recommended. Please see the conference web-page for further information. Local Organization Committee: Eugenio Bianchi (Co-Chair), Chad Hanna (Co-Chair), Abhay Ashtekar, Martin Bojowald, Randi Neshteruk, Ben Owen Scientific Organization Committee: Abhay Ashtekar (Chair), Beverly Berger, John Friedman, James Isenberg, Malcolm MaCCallum, Peter Saulson +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. Postdoctoral positions at Perimeter Institute ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/11/02/postdoctoral-positions-at-per… Deadline: 2014-11-15 Location: Waterloo, ON, Canada Additional Information: http://perimeterinstitute.ca/about/careers/positions/2015-postdoctoral-fell… Contact: llehner[AT]perimeterinstitute.ca 2015 Postdoctoral Fellowships Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics invites applications for postdoctoral positions from new and recent PhDs working in fundamental theoretical physics. Our areas of strength include classical gravity, condensed matter theory, cosmology, particle physics, mathematical physics, quantum fields and strings, quantum foundations, quantum information, and quantum gravity. We also encourage applications from scientists whose work falls in more than one of these categories. Our postdoctoral positions are normally for a period of three years. Outstanding candidates may also be considered for a senior postdoctoral position with a five-year term. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. PhD positions in gravitational physics in Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9990 Deadline: 2014-12-10 Location: Bremen, Oldenburg and Bielefeld, Germany Additional Information: http://www.models-of-gravity.org Contact: secretariat[AT]zarm.uni-bremen.de The DFG Research Training Group Models of Gravity invites applications for 5 positions at the Universities of Bremen, Oldenburg and Bielefeld as research assistant, salary group (Entgeltgruppe) 13 TV-L 66%, to be appointed in April and July 2014. The positions are limited up to three years. The Research Training Group consists of gravity groups working at the Universities of Bremen, Oldenburg, Bielefeld, Hannover, Copenhagen, as well as at the Jacobs University Bremen. Speakers of the Research Training Group are Prof. Dr. Claus Laemmerzahl (ZARM University of Bremen) and Prof. Dr. Jutta Kunz (University of Oldenburg). We intend to obtain a better understanding of Einsteins General Relativity and of generalized theories of gravity as given by, e.g., string theory. These investigations are also related to observations. More information can be found on the website http://www.models-of-gravity.org Responsibilities and Duties: The successful applicants will have the opportunity to work towards a doctoral degree in Gravitational Physics. They are expected to participate in the PhD program of the Research Training Group. Employment conditions: To qualify for the position, applicants must hold a Masters degree or a Diploma in Physics, Mathematics or any other relevant discipline, with an above-average success in the present courses of studies. For qualified candidates with a Bachelors degree also a fast-track program is applicable. We expect high dedication and teamwork. All participating universities aim, in particular, to promote women within the scope of the statutory provisions and, hence, emphatically invite qualified women to apply for these positions. Severely disabled applicants are given preferential consideration in the event of equal qualification. Applicants with a migration background are highly welcome. For further information, please contact the coordinator Christine Steinseifer-Jeske. Application: The application with curriculum vitae, certifications, a description of the scientific interest, a conception of the own career, and, if applicable, a list of publications should be sent as one single pdf document via e-mail to: Christine Steinseifer-Jeske (coordinator) ZARM University Bremen secretariat[AT]models-of-gravity.org Phone: 0421-218-57756 Also two letters of reference are required and should be sent by the referees directly to: secretariat[AT]models-of-gravity.org +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.3. Max Planck Partner Group Post-doctoral Positions at IISER-TVM, India ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/11/07/max-planck-partner-group-post… Deadline: 2014-12-05 Location: Trivandram, India Additional Information: http://faculty.iisertvm.ac.in/~mppg Contact: shanki[AT]iisertvm.ac.in Max Planck Partner Group on Cosmology and Gravity, IISER-Thiruvananthapuram intends to appoint up to two postdoctoral positions in the areas of early-universe cosmology, classical and quantum gravity. A Ph.D. degree and relevant research experience are required for these posts. The positions can start as early as 1st February 2015. Both these posts are funded under the Max Planck Partner. Currently, the group currently has 4 post-doctorate fellows and 3 Ph.D. students. The fellows have the opportunity to visit and interact with members of Albert Einstein Institute, Golm. Please see the URL http://faculty.iisertvm.ac.in/~mppg about the group and its activities. The position is available for a period of up to two years. Informal enquiries can be made to S. Shankaranarayanan (shanki[AT]iisertvm.ac.in). Salary: INR 5,18,000 INR 5,76,000 per annum Deadline: 5 December 2014 To apply please send CV, research statement and have at least two letters of reference sent by email to: shanki[AT]iisertvm.ac.in with the subject Application for MP-PG positions Candidate name. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.4. Two postdoc positions in quantum gravity/quantum cosmology at the Niels Bohr Institute, Copenhagen ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/11/12/2-postdoc-positions-in-quantu… Deadline: 2014-12-31 Location: Copenhagen, Denmark Additional Information: http://www.nbi.dk/~ambjorn/ Contact: ambjorn[AT]nbi.dk Two postdoc positions in theoretical high energy physics and cosmology at the Niels Bohr Institute, Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen Area of Research The research program in question, ``Exploring the Quantum Universe'', is aimed at quantum gravity and quantum cosmology in the broadest sense, but people with research interest in neighboring areas like black hole physics are also invited to apply. The positions are financed by an ERC-Advanced grant held by Jan Ambjorn, and will each be for two years, starting latest September 2015. The postdocs duty will be to pursue independent, excellent and ground-breaking research related to the above mentioned areas. Further information about the theoretical particle physics group can be found at het.nbi.dk and information about the Niels Bohr Institute at www.nbi.ku.dk. Inquiries about the position can be made to ambjorn[AT]nbi.dk. Qualification requirements A PhD in physics and research experience in the areas mentioned above. Terms of salary, work, and employment The basic salary is between 4400-4700 EUR/month plus pension (17%). Most non-Danish citizens are eligible for a favorable tax scheme. Copenhagen is a beautiful, family-friendly city with a large international community, a lively and diverse cultural scene, and a very high quality of life. More on employment conditions at http://ism.ku.dk. Application The application should contain * CV * List of publications * Description of research interests and future plans (research plan) In addition to this applicants should arrange for three letters of reference. The application and letters of reference should be sent to AcademicJobsOnline.org, position ID #5053. Application deadline is December 31st 2014. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.5. Postdoctoral Position in Gravitational Wave Physics at the University of Tübingen, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10031 Deadline: 2014-12-31 Location: Tuebingen, Germany Additional Information: http://www.uni-tuebingen.de/?id=3129 Contact: kostas.kokkotas[AT]uni-tuebingen.de The Theoretical Astrophysics section (TAT) at the University of Tuebingen has an opening for one postdoctoral research position (Wissenschaftlicher Assistant / Research Assistant) starting from 1st of October 2015. The research activities of TAT are related to the study of sources of gravitational waves with emphasis on the dynamics of neutron stars. The successful applicant will carry out original research in projects regarding the study of the dynamics of neutron stars and/or magnetars in relation to the emission of gravitational waves. The position is initially for two years with the possibility of further extension that will be decided after the first year. The successful applicant is expected to assist teaching with a maximum of four hours per week. The salary will be paid according to the German public service scale. Applications, including curriculum vitae, list of publications, statement of research interests and experience, and the names (address, e-mail) of three potential referees should be sent to: Prof. Kostas Kokkotas Theoretical Astrophysics (IAAT), University of Tübingen, Auf der Morgenstelle 10, D-72076 Tübingen / Germany http://www.tat.physik.uni-tuebingen.de/~kokkotas E-mail: kostas.kokkotas[AT]uni-tuebingen.de Applications by e-mail are welcome. All applications will receive full consideration until the position is ?lled. The 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. Deadline for applications: December 31, 2014. For inquiries contact Prof. Kostas Kokkotas. Further information on the Theoretical Astrophysics Group may be found at: http://www.uni-tuebingen.de/?id=3129 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.6. Postdoctoral and Doctoral Openings at the AEI in Potsdam ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10040 Deadline: 2015-01-04 Location: Potsdam-Golm, Germany Additional Information: http://www.aei.mpg.de/jobs/gwjobs2015 Contact: alessandra.buonanno[AT]aei.mpg.de The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division, led by Dr. Alessandra Buonanno (http://www.aei.mpg.de/1282161/Astrophysical_and_Cosmological_Relativity), at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute) in Potsdam announces the opening of several postdoc appointments beginning September 2015. The positions will be available at different levels, depending on experience and seniority. Students who wish to pursue a Ph.D. in gravitational-wave astronomy are also invited to apply. The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division focuses on several aspects of gravitational-wave astronomy, including (i) theoretical gravitational dynamics (post-Newtonian theory, gravitational self-force approach, perturbation theory and effective-one-body formalism), (ii) numerical simulations of gravitational-wave sources, (iii) source modeling and analysis of data from gravitational-wave detectors, and (iv) astrophysics of compact objects. Members of the division have the opportunity to join the LIGO Scientific Collaboration through the group's membership. They could also be involved in Pulsar-Timing-Array projects and the eLISA mission. The gravitational-wave data-analysis research also includes work on the detection of continuous gravitational-wave signals, led by Dr. Maria Alessandra Papa's group and located at the AEI campus in Hannover. Postdoctoral candidates interested in this research topic are also encouraged to apply. The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division has high-performance computer clusters to run numerical-relativity simulations, and carry out source modeling and data-analysis studies. The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division has ties with the Physics Department at the University of Maryland, notably the gravitation theory and experimental groups, and the Joint Space-Science Institute. To apply for a postdoctoral position please fill out this form: http://www.aei.mpg.de/1629128/gwpostdocjpobs and upload a curriculum vitae, list of publications and statement of past, current and future research interests. Applicants would need to indicate the names of three referees for recommendation letters. Referees will be notified by email on how to upload the letters (in case of problems referees could send the letters directly to gwjobs[AT]aei.mpg.de). If you are interested in doing a Ph.D. at the AEI please fill out this form: http://www.aei.mpg.de/1629215/gwstudentjobs and upload a curriculum vitae, list of publications and statement of past, current and future research interests. Applicants would need to indicate the names of three referees for recommendation letters. Referees will be notified by email on how to upload the letters (in case of problems referees could send the letters directly to gwjobs[AT]aei.mpg.de). Contact: Mrs. Ute Schlichting Max-Planck-Institut fuer Gravitationsphysik Albert-Einstein-Institut Am Muehlenberg 1 D-14476 Golm Germany email gwjobs[AT]aei.mpg.de Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The deadline for full consideration is January 4, 2015. The search will continue until positions are filled. The Max Planck Institute encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups. For further information please send an email to Alessandra Buonanno (alessandra.buonanno[AT]aei.mpg.de) (See also http://www.aei.mpg.de/jobs/gwjobs2015) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.7. Postdoctoral Research Associate in Numerical Relativity or Computational Astrophysics at West Virginia University ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/11/14/postdoctoral-research-associa… Deadline: 2015-02-01 Location: Morgantown, USA Additional Information: http://astro.wvu.edu/ Contact: zbetienne[AT]mail.wvu.edu We are seeking a postdoctoral research associate to conduct research in computational astrophysics, numerical relativity, computational hydrodynamics or MHD, and gravitational wave source modeling. A PhD or equivalent in Physics, Mathematics, Astronomy, or a related field is required, along with demonstrated research skills in one or more of the areas listed above. Applicants will also be evaluated on their abilities in mathematical general relativity and numerical methods for solving PDEs. The candidate will work primarily with Prof. Zachariah Etienne on a number of research topics, with application to the science goals of ground-based interferometric detectors, particularly Advanced LIGO, as well as pulsar timing arrays, particularly NANOGrav. This is a benefits-eligible position beginning August 16, 2015 with an initial appointment of one year and possible renewal for up to two additional years contingent on performance and available funding. Interested applicants should email a CV and a brief statement of research experience and interests to zbetienne[AT]mail.wvu.edu. In addition, they should arrange for three letters of reference to be emailed to the same address. Applications should be posted by February 1, 2015 for full consideration, though application reviews will continue until the position is filled. The Department of Mathematics consists of 27 tenured and tenure-track faculty, three postdoctoral researchers, and 55 graduate students. West Virginia University is a Grant institution classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a Research University High Research Activity, and enrolls over 29,000 students. The University is located in Morgantown, WV, an award-winning "small" city with a metropolitan population of about 100,000 within easy travel distance to Pittsburgh and Washington, DC. WVU is a major center for gravitational wave astronomy, with a theoretical, multidisciplinary gravitational wave astronomy program led by Profs. Zachariah Etienne and Sean McWilliams, and an observational pulsar timing program led by Profs. Duncan Lorimer and Maura McLaughlin. It is located a few hours drive from the National Radio Astronomy Observatorys Green Bank Telescope, where most of NANOGravs observations are conducted. WVU is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.8. Two Joint Faculty Positions at Perimeter Institute and Guelph ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/11/20/two-joint-faculty-positions-a… Deadline: 2015-01-15 Location: Guelph/Waterloo Ontario, Canada Additional Information: http://www.perimeterinstitute.ca/two-joint-faculty-positions-theoretical-ph… Contact: llehner[AT]perimeterinstitute.ca The Department of Physics at the University of Guelph and Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics invite applications for two joint positions at the Assistant Professor level in theoretical physics. These are tenure-track faculty positions at Guelph, combined with an Associate Membership at Perimeter Institute. We are looking for candidates who will integrate our efforts and reinforce our strengths in theoretical physics. Areas of common interest to the Department and Perimeter Institute include astrophysics, cosmology, high energy physics, gravitational physics and mathematical physics. The successful candidates will be expected to spend time at both institutions, and will benefit from a reduction in teaching load. The Department of Physics counts 15 faculty members and offers strong undergraduate and graduate programs to the Ph.D. level. Research areas include astrophysics and gravitation, biophysics and medical physics, condensed matter physics and material nanoscience, physics education, planetary surface exploration, and subatomic physics. More information is available at www.physics.uoguelph.ca. Perimeter Institute is a leading global centre for fundamental research in theoretical physics. The Institute offers an exceptional research environment and is currently staffed with 23 faculty and 14 associate faculty members. It currently has strong research efforts in condensed matter physics, cosmology, mathematical physics, quantum fields and strings, quantum foundations, quantum gravity, quantum information and particle physics. More information about Perimeter Institute is available at www.perimeterinstitute.ca. The successful candidates will have a Ph.D. in theoretical physics or a closely related field, postdoctoral experience, and will have demonstrated exceptional strength in independent research. The candidates will also have a proven ability or demonstrated potential for teaching. To apply, please submit electronic (PDF) versions of a curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, statement of teaching philosophy, list of publications and at least three letters of recommendations ONLINE Further information about the search can be obtained from Leonid Brown, Chair, Department of Physics, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, Canada N1G 2W1. Consideration of applications will begin on January 15, 2015 however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled. (please consult the link for further info) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.9. Postdoc(s) at Texas Tech ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10077 Deadline: 2014-12-31 Location: Lubbock, TX, USA Additional Information: http://www.phys.ttu.edu Contact: astrophysics.postdocsearch[AT]ttu.edu Applications are invited for one or more postdoctoral research positions in the astrophysics group of the Physics Department of Texas Tech University in the areas of relativistic astrophysics, gravitational-wave physics, and LIGO data analysis. The group includes faculty Alessandra Corsi, Tom Maccarone, Ben Owen, and David Sand, as well as several students and postdocs. The group is active in the areas of extreme and explosive astrophysics, gravitational-wave astronomy (as part of the LIGO Scientific Collaboration), stellar populations in nearby galaxies, and astronomical instrumentation. The successful applicant(s) will work primarily with Ben Owen on problems broadly related to gravitational-wave emission from neutron stars and/or black holes, and will be encouraged to pursue their own interests including building interactions with the rest of the group as well. The initial appointment(s) will be for one year, with extensions possible contingent on satisfactory performance. Applicants should submit a CV, publications, and three page summary of research interests and experience as a single PDF file to astrophysics.postdocsearch[AT]ttu.edu. Applicants should also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to the same address. Complete applications (including letters of reference) should arrive by December 31, 2014 for full consideration. Start dates can range from fall 2015 to as early as spring 2015. A Ph.D. in physics or astronomy is required by the start date of the appointment. Texas Tech University is an equal opportunity / equal access / affirmative action institution committed to excellence through diversity. Texas Tech welcomes applications from minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities, and from dual-career couples. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.10. Postdoc in Quantum Gravity at Radboud University ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10080 Deadline: 2014-12-15 Location: Nijmegen, The Netherlands Additional Information: http://www.hef.ru.nl/~rloll/Web/jobs/jobs.html Contact: r.loll[AT]science.ru.nl A postdoctoral position in quantum gravity and quantum geometry will become available at the Institute for Mathematics, Astrophysics and Particle Physics (IMAPP) of the Radboud University Nijmegen, starting in autumn of 2015. See the website for more details and how to apply. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.11. Senior Lecturer at University of Portsmouth ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10082 Deadline: 2015-02-13 Location: Portsmouth, UK Additional Information: http://www.icg.port.ac.uk/2014/11/senior-lecturer-at-the-icg/ Contact: icg-admin[AT]port.ac.uk University of Portsmouth Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation Senior Lecturer Employment type: Permanent Employment basis: Full time Salary: 37,394 - 45,954 GBP Position number: 10013667 Date published: 24 November 2014 Closing date: 13 February 2015 Interview date: To be scheduled between 16 27 March 2015 A Senior Lecturer is required from 1st August 2015, or as soon as possible thereafter. The post is to enhance the programme of world-class research in the Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation (ICG) and high-quality teaching at the University of Portsmouth. The successful candidate will have an excellent research record, complementing and extending the existing research interests and expertise in cosmology and astrophysics. They will be expected to develop new opportunities for research and innovation, and to attract external funding. Holders of personal research fellowships are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will participate in the teaching delivery, including units in our undergraduate physics degrees. The ICG consists of 11 academic staff, 18 postdoctoral researchers and 20 PhD students, and has an active international visitors programme. Portsmouth is a member of the Sloan Digital Sky Survey (SDSS-IV) and the Dark Energy Survey, with involvement in the UK Low Frequency Array (LOFAR:UK), the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) and other major international collaborations, including ESAs Euclid satellite mission and the Square Kilometre Array (SKA). The University of Portsmouth is a member of the South-East Physics Network (SEPnet) and hosts the 2700-core SCIAMA supercomputer. More information is available at http://www.icg.port.ac.uk/ We welcome applications from all qualified applicants, but applications are particularly encouraged from traditionally under-represented groups in science. The University of Portsmouth holds an Athena SWAN bronze award and is an Institute of Physics Project Juno Supporter; these projects show a commitment to introduce organisational and cultural practices that promote gender equality in science and create a better working environment for men and women. Applications (application form, CV, publication list and research statement) should be submitted via the online application system by the closing date, 13 February 2015. Applicants should also arrange for up to three reference letters to be sent by email to icg-admin[AT]port.ac.uk, to arrive by the same date. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.12. Max Planck Partner Group Gravitational Wave Post-doctoral Positions at IISER-TVM ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10095 Deadline: Location: Additional Information: http://www.mdpi.com/journal/universe Contact: Max Planck Partner Group Gravitational Wave Post-doctoral Positions at IISER-TVM Institution: Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram, India (IISER-TVM) Deadline: December 20th, 2014 Salary: Rs. 518000-576000 (including House Rent Allowance) Applications are seeked for two post-doctoral positions in the area of Gravitational Wave Data Analysis. The positions are funded under the Max Planck Partner Group on Gravitational Wave Physics of Albert Einstein Institute (AEI). The area of research would be Gravitational Wave detection and parameter estimation issues of spinning binary systems for second generation interferometric detectors. The appointment is for two years and is expected to commence as soon as possible. Candidates with expertise in general relativity, gravitational wave physics, and statistical signal processing are encouraged to apply. Candidates are expected to hold a Ph.D. in Physics, Astrophysics or related areas. No experience in gravitational wave data analysis is expected. IISER-TVM is an active member of IndIGO (Indian Initiative in Gravitational Wave Observatories) and a member of LIGO Scientific Collaboration (LSC) through IndIGO-LSC group. The selected candidates would get an opportunity to work with the AEI members as well as the members of LSC and IndIGO consortium. Please send via e-mail as a single PDF (1) CV with the list of publications, and (2) detailed research statement. Arrange for 2 letters of recommendation to be sent to archana[at]iisertvm.ac.in with the subject Application for MP-PG positions Candidate name. To receive full consideration, applications should be received by December 20, 2014. Applications will continued to be screened until the positions are filled. Informal inquires may be directed to Archana Pai (e-mail: archana[at]iisertvm.ac.in, phone: +91-471-2599423) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. New CQG focus issue on Advanced Interferometric Gravitational Wave Detectors, P. Shawhan and M.-A. Bizouard Editors ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10003 Additional Information: http://iopscience.iop.org/0264-9381/page/Focus%20issue%20on%20Advanced%20in… Dear Colleagues, I am delighted to present this focus issue which brings together articles on the new generation of gravitational wave detectors. http://iopscience.iop.org/0264-9381/page/Focus%20issue%20on%20Advanced%20in… The quest to detect gravitational waves directly has accelerated in the past decade with the successful operation of a first generation of large interferometric detectors. The lessons learned from the first-generation detectors fed into the design of advanced detectors which are now being constructed and commissioned and will soon begin collecting data. Higher laser power, sophisticated mirror suspensions and numerous other improvements will extend the distance reach of the detectors by an order of magnitude and finally record the tiny gravitational-wave signals traversing Earth. This focus issue examines the advanced techniques and detectors currently being assembled, tested and prepared. Currently, the focus issue features articles from the GEO600 and KAGRA collaborations. Articles from the Advanced Virgo and Advanced LIGO collaborations will be added to the issue soon. I hope you enjoy reading about the latest developments on these experiments. Kind regards, Ben Sheard Publishing Editor Classical and Quantum Gravity IOP Publishing iopscience.org/cqg ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.2. New publication of Eddingtons Report on the Relativity Theory of Gravitation ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10005 Additional Information: http://www.minkowskiinstitute.org/mip/books/ase-report.html The latest book published by the Minkowski Institute Press (http://www.minkowskiinstitute.org/mip/books/) is: Arthur S. Eddington, Report on the Relativity Theory of Gravitation (Minkowski Institute Press, Montreal 2014), 146 pages: http://www.minkowskiinstitute.org/mip/books/ase-report.html This volume contains new publications of two important works that have never been published together and are two firsts: (i) A. S. Eddington's Report on the Relativity Theory of Gravitation (2ed, Fleetway Press, London 1920), which was the first systematic exposition of Einstein's general relativity, and (ii) the first experimental test of general relativity carried out by F. W. Dyson, A. S. Eddington and C. Davidson and reported in the paper "A Determination of the Deflection of Light by the Sun's Gravitational Field, from Observations Made at the Total Eclipse of May 29, 1919" (Phil. Trans. R. Soc. Lond. A 1920 220, pp. 291-333). The answer to the question "Why should Eddington's Report be reprinted again, given that there exist hundreds of excellent books on general relativity?" was given in 1983 by the renowned astrophysicist and recipient of the 1983 Nobel Prize for Physics S. Chandrasekhar: "Eddington's Report is written so clearly and yet so concisely that it can be read, even today, as a good introductory text by a beginning student." Vesselin Petkov ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.3. Volume dedicated to the 100th anniversary of Einstein's general relativity ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10009 Additional Information: http://www.minkowskiinstitute.org/mip/books/ Dear Colleagues, If you intended to write a paper marking the general relativitys centennial, there still exists a possibility to have it published in a special volume planned for the fall next year. It will be published by a relatively new academic (boutique) publisher - Minkowski Institute Press (http://www.minkowskiinstitute.org/mip/books/), - which provides rapid publication. The books published by it so far are oriented mostly toward the "spacetime" ("relativity") community. If you are interested, please contact Vesselin Petkov (vpetkov[AT]minkowskiinstitute.org) and indicate in case you will be willing to serve as an editor. Best regards, Vesselin Petkov ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.4. New Book: Covariant Loop Quantum Gravity: An Elementary Introduction to Quantum Gravity and Spinfoam Theory (Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics) by C. Rovelli and F. Vidotto ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=10036 Additional Information: http://www.cambridge.org/9781107069626 This book provides readers with a simple introduction to loop quantum gravity, centred on its covariant approach. It focuses on the physical and conceptual aspects of the problem and includes the background material needed to enter this lively domain of research, making it ideal for researchers and graduate students. Topics covered include quanta of space; classical and quantum physics without time; tetrad formalism; Holst action; lattice QCD; Regge calculus; ADM and Ashtekar variables; Ponzano-Regge and Turaev-Viro amplitudes; kinematics and dynamics of 4D Lorentzian quantum gravity; spectrum of area and volume; coherent states; classical limit; matter couplings; graviton propagator; spinfoam cosmology and black hole thermodynamics. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.5. CQG Focus issue: relativistic effects in cosmology ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/11/18/focus-issue-relativistic-effe… Additional Information: http://j.mp/1xL4Dhy I am delighted to inform you that the latest CQG focus issue on the topic of relativistic effects in cosmology edited by Kazuya Koyama is now available to read: http://j.mp/1xL4Dhy We hope that you will enjoy this focus issue. P.S. Don't forget to follow CQG+ for instant notification of high quality papers reviewed for CQG http://j.mp/1m1pyGZ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.6. Call for Nominations: The 2015 Bronstein Prize in Loop Quantum Gravity ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/11/27/call-for-nominations-the-2015… Additional Information: http://relativity.phys.lsu.edu/bronsteinprize.html During the celebration of 25 years of Loop Quantum Gravity at Madrid, a new prize for post-doctoral scholars in Loop Quantum gravity was created. It is named after Matvei Petrovich Bronstein, who was the first to emphasize that quantum gravity requires a deep revision of classical space-time concepts. He wrote his Ph.D. thesis on Quantization of Gravitational Waves in 1935. He clearly understood the limitation of applying the Bohr-Rosenfeld QED measurement analysis to gravity. He derived the quantum analog of Einstein's quadrupole formula but emphasized the need to go beyond linearized gravity. He was considered by many as the brightest of the young Soviet physicists in the mid-1930's. He was arrested on trumped-up charges in 1937 and executed in 1938. An account appears in http://www.chukfamily.ru/Lidia/Biblio/House.htm Nominations for the 2015 Bronstein Prize are invited. The nominee should hold a (non-faculty) post-doctoral position at the time of the nomination deadline. The primary criterion will be high quality of scientific results in loop quantum gravity, interpreted in the broadest sense, creativity and originality, and the significance of results to the field as a whole. The nomination packet should consist of: i) A ~1 page nomination letter summarizing the specific achievements to date of the nominee; ii) A complete CV and a publication list of the nominee; iii) 2 letters of support from experts emphasizing the broad significance of all research contributions to date of the nominee; and, iv) A proposed citation. Self nominations will not be considered. The entire packet should be bundled into a single PDF file and e-mailed to Ms. Randi Neshteruk (rxh1[AT]psu.edu) by Friday, January 30th 2015. The prize consisting of a certificate and a monetary reward will be presented during the Loops 2013 conference, which will be held at FAU, Erlangen-Nurnbeg from July 6th to 10th, 2015. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.7. Newly launched journal in gravitation and comsology: Universe ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/11/27/newly-launched-journal-in-gra… Additional Information: http://www.mdpi.com/journal/universe You are cordially invited to submit your research papers to the newly launched journal Universe. Welcome! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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########################################## Table of Contents ########################################### 1. Conferences 1.1. 18th Eastern Gravity Meeting and Beyond the First Century of General Relativity School, RIT 1.2. Compact Objects as Astrophysical and Gravitational Probes, Leiden, NL 1.3. 15th British Gravity Meeting, University of Birmingham 1.4. 8th Gulf Coast Gravity Meeting, Gainesville FL 1.5. Third Caribbean Symposium on Cosmology, Gravitation, Nuclear and Astroparticle Physics, Cuba 1.6. Spanish Relativity Meeting 2015, 1st circular 2. Jobs 2.1. Postdoctoral positions in GRMHD at the Rochester Institute of Technology 2.2. Postdoctoral position in gravitational theory at the University of Florida 2.3. Postdoctoral positions in gravity and high energy astrophysics at Fudan 2.4. Postdoctoral Researcher in Theoretical Cosmology at University of Portsmouth, UK 2.5. Georgia Tech: Postdoctoral Positions 2.6. Postdoc position in AdS gravity, Krakow, PL 2.7. Post-doctoral position in gravitation theory at the University of Maryland 2.8. Postdoctoral position in Quantum Gravity in Marseille 2.9. Postdoc position in theoretical gravity at LSU 2.10. Faculty Position in Astronomy at Cardiff 2.11. Postdoctoral Position in Black Hole Accretion and Strong Gravity at MPE, Germany 2.12. Postdoc in gravity at Nottingham 2.13. PhD Positions in Black Hole Accretion and Strong Gravity at MPE, Germany 2.14. Post-doctoral Scholar Position at IGC, Penn State 2.15. Postdoctoral position in gravitational wave physics at UIB, Spain 2.16. Master and Ph.D. in Physics at Osaka University, Japan: courses in English 2.17. Postdoctoral positions at CITA, University of Toronto 2.18. Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical General Relativity or Relativistic Astrophysics at the University of Arizona 2.19. Postdoc Position at the Institute for Quantum Gravity, Erlangen-Nuernberg 2.20. Tenure Track position in cosmology or astrophysics at UNAM 3. News 3.1. New CQG focus issue on Entanglement and Quantum Gravity edited by Eugenio Bianchi and Carlo Rovelli 3.2. 2015 IUPAP General Relativity and Gravitation Young Scientist Prize 3.3. Living Reviews in Relativity 3.4. Death of Tullio Regge 3.5. Publication of the MG13 proceedings and first parallel sessions of the next MG14 (Rome, 2015) ============================================== 1. Conferences ============================================== 1.1. 18th Eastern Gravity Meeting and Beyond the First Century of General Relativity School, RIT --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/10/03/18th-eastern-gravity-meeting-… Starting: 2015-05-28 to 2015-05-30 Location: Rochester, NY, USA Additional Information: http://ccrg.rit.edu/~EGM2015/ Contact: EGM2015[AT]ccrg.rit.edu The 18th Eastern Gravity Meeting will be held at Rochester Institute of Technology in Rochester, NY, hosted by the Center for Computational Relativity and Gravitation and the School of Mathematical Sciences. Participation is encouraged by researchers *especially students* in all areas of gravitational physics, including classical, quantum, theory, observation, computation and experiment. Since this is a regional meeting, most participants are expected to be from the Northeastern United States and Eastern Canada, but all are welcome. An extra day of conference will be dedicated to invited presentations on the future of Gravitational research: Beyond the First Century of General Relativity. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.2. Compact Objects as Astrophysical and Gravitational Probes, Leiden, NL --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9854 Starting: 2015-02-02 to 2015-02-06 Location: Lorentz center, Leiden, Netherlands Additional Information: http://www.lorentzcenter.nl/lc/web/2015/675/info.php3?wsid=675&venue=Oort Contact: barausse[AT]iap.fr This workshop aims at bringing together leading experts and young researchers in these areas. The goal is to stimulate new collaborations and discuss the potential of GW detectors such as Advanced Virgo/LIGO and eLISA, and EM ones such as Athena+, GRAVITY and the Event Horizon Telescope (EHT), for the following specific themes: a) The spin of compact objects b) Jets and outflows c) The nature of compact objects and tests of gravity in the strong-field regime Please be aware that the number of participants is limited. The registration deadline is December 15 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.3. 15th British Gravity Meeting, University of Birmingham --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9861 Starting: 2015-04-20 to 2015-04-21 Location: Birmingham, UK Additional Information: http://www.sr.bham.ac.uk/britgrav15/ Contact: britgrav[AT]star.sr.bham.ac.uk The 15th British Gravity (BritGrav) Meeting shall be on 2021 April 2015 at the University of Birmingham, organised by the Gravitational Physics Group. The meeting covers all areas of gravity, classical and quantum, including astrophysics, cosmology, mathematical general relativity, gravitational-wave data analysis and instrumentation. It is intended to bring together the entire gravitational research community to further collaboration and allow young researchers to showcase their work. We hope that all interested graduate students and post-docs will be able to give talks; there shall be talks by others if time allows. There is a prize for the best student talk sponsored by Classical and Quantum Gravity. There is no conference fee, but participants are responsible for their own accommodation, meals and travel. Financial support for students is available courtesy of the IOP. Tea and coffee will be provided in breaks. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.4. 8th Gulf Coast Gravity Meeting, Gainesville FL --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/10/23/8th-gulf-coast-gravity-meetin… Starting: 2015-02-27 to 2015-02-28 Location: Gainesville FL USA Additional Information: http://www.phys.ufl.edu/events/gcgm8/index.html Contact: cmw[AT]physics.ufl.edu 8th Gulf Coast Gravity Meeting Gainesville FL February 27 28, 2015 The ``Florida Gravity group at the University of Florida will host the 8th Gulf Coast Gravity Meeting in Gainesville FL on February 27 28, 2015. The GCGM is a regional meeting that brings together researchers in all areas of gravitational physics from the southeast region of the US. Even you are not from this region, you are still welcome! GCGM8 will consist of contributed talks in an informal atmosphere, with time for discussion. Students are especially encouraged to participate and give talks. The Blue Apple Award, sponsored by the APS Topical Group in Gravitation, will be awarded to the best student presentation. Click on the conference URL for details about registration, submitting an abstract, accommodations, etc. There is no registration fee; if you are a student, please indicate if you could use travel support. We have obtained financial support from various sources, and we will divide the available amount (which is quite limited!) between all students who request it, and if funds are still available we may be able to provide partial support also for postdocs. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.5. Third Caribbean Symposium on Cosmology, Gravitation, Nuclear and Astroparticle Physics, Cuba --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/10/28/third-caribbean-symposium-on-… Starting: 2015-05-10 to 2015-05-16 Location: Havana, Cuba Additional Information: http://indico.cern.ch/event/stars2015 Contact: cesarzen[AT]cesarzen.com FIRST CIRCULAR Dear Colleague The Third Caribbean Symposium on Cosmology, Gravitation, Nuclear and Astroparticle Physics (STARS2015) will be held from the 10th to the 13th of May 2015, in Havana, Cuba, followed by the Fourth International Symposium on Strong Electromagnetic Fields and Neutron Stars (SMFNS2015), to take place from the 13th to the 16th of May 2015 in Varadero, Cuba. The events are the third and the fourth in a series of meetings gathering scientists working on astroparticle physics, cosmology, gravitation, nuclear physics, and related fields. As in previous years, the meeting sessions will consist of invited and contributed talks and will cover recent developments in the following topics: STARS2015 new phenomena and new states of matter in the Universe, general relativity, gravitation, cosmology, heavy ion collisions and the formation of the plasma of quarks and gluons, white dwarfs, neutron stars and pulsars, black holes, gamma-ray emission in the Universe, high energy cosmic rays, gravitational waves, dark energy and dark matter, strange matter and strange stars, antimatter in the Universe, and topics related to these; SMFNS2015 strong magnetic fields in the Universe, strong magnetic fields in compact stars and in galaxies, ultra-strong magnetic fields in neutron star mergers, quark stars and magnetars, strong magnetic fields and the cosmic microwave background, and topics related to these. Please notice that registration is required for all participants. The registration fees, to be charged as a single fee for both events, are 320 Euros. The conference fees will cover lunches and coffee breaks during the meeting sessions for Cubans and foreign participants. The payment of fees will additionally entitle each participant to receive the books of abstracts and other promotional materials. Local transportation (airport/hotel/airport and Havana/Varadero/Havana) for the participants is also included into the fees. The fees will also allow the Cuban participants to become lodged in the conference hotel in Varadero during the event SMFNS2015. We are currently making arrangements with international scientific publishers for the publication of the proceedings. More information will be announced in the second circular and posted in the website of the events http://indico.cern.ch/event/stars2015. Researchers that need an invitation letter for the participation in the events are kindly asked to require it when filling the registration form which will be soon available to the participants. In view of our limited financial resources, we strongly recommend that participants request financial support from their research institutions or any other agency for promotion of research. STARS2015 Third Caribbean Symposium on Cosmology, Gravitation, Nuclear and Astroparticle Physics 10 13 May 2015, Havana, Cuba SMFNS2015 Fourth International Symposium on Strong Electromagnetic Fields and Neutron Stars 13 16 May 2015, Varadero, Cuba We cordially invite you to attend and contribute to the meetings. If you have any further question, please do not hesitate to contact us via the official e-mail stars2015smfns[AT]gmail.com. Best regards, Rodrigo Picanco, Ricardo Gonzalez Felipe, Aurora Pe?rez Martinez, Cesar Zen Vasconcellos On behalf of the STARS2015/SMFNS2015 Organizing Committee +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.6. Spanish Relativity Meeting 2015, 1st circular --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/10/29/spanish-relativity-meeting-20… Starting: 2015-09-07 to 2015-09-11 Location: Palma de Mallorca, Spain Additional Information: http://grg.uib.es Contact: sascha.husa[AT]uib.es The Spanish Relativity Meeting (ERE) 2015 will be hosted by the Gravitational Physics Group at the University of the Balearic Islands, and take place in Mallorca, Spain from Monday September 7 until Friday September 11, 2015. The conference will follow the format of previous editions of the Spanish Relativity Meeting. Further details will be announced in late 2014, and include a call for contributed talks on all topic related to relativity and gravitational physics. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. Postdoctoral positions in GRMHD at the Rochester Institute of Technology ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/10/03/postdoctoral-positions-in-grm… Deadline: 2015-01-05 Location: Rochester, NY, USA Additional Information: http://ccrg.rit.edu/spotlight/jobs Contact: manuela[AT]astro.rit.edu Postdoctoral positions at the Rochester Institute of Technology The Center for Computational Relativity and Gravitation (CCRG) at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) anticipates filling several postdoctoral positions in the coming year. We are looking for postdoctoral candidates in the following areas: computational astrophysics, astrophysical numerical relativity, gravitational-wave astronomy and gravitational-wave data analysis. In the area of computational astrophysics and astrophysical numerical relativity we are particularly interested in candidates who are interested in relativistic magneto-hydrodynamics (GRMHD) simulations of accretion disks around supermassive black hole mergers, and jet dynamics. This work will have direct impact on electromagnetic observations of active galactic nuclei, and is part of an ongoing long-term collaborative research effort with Julian Krolik at Johns Hopkins University, Scott Noble at the University of Tulsa, as well as other collaborators. In the area of gravitational-wave astronomy, we are particularly interested in candidates who are interested in the data analysis challenges involved in the detection of astrophysical gravitational wave sources, including LMXBs and merging compact binaries; in the parameter estimation of binary compact objects, particularly binary black holes; and in the opportunities afforded by multimessenger astrophysics. The successful postdoctoral candidates will have the opportunity to collaborate on a broad range of research topics in gravitational physics. Our group is involved in several large collaborations, including the LIGO Scientific Collaboration (LSC), The Einstein Toolkit Consortium (http://einsteintoolkit.org), a Petascale computing project with NCSA, the NINJA (Numerical Injection Analysis) project, and the NRAR (numerical relativity-analytical relativity) collaboration. There are many senior researchers working in a broad range of areas of gravitational physics and astrophysics at the CCRG. This includes Manuela Campanelli (Director), Joshua Faber, Carlos Lousto, Richard O'Shaughnessy, Jason Nordhaus, Yosef Zlochower, John Whelan, and Hans-Peter Bischof (a visualization expert), several postdoctoral fellows and Ph.D. students (see http://ccrg.rit.edu/people for an overview on who is or has been at CCRG). The group also collaborates with many faculty, postdocs and graduate students in the larger astrophysics group (http://www.rit.edu/cos/astrophysics/), the school of Mathematical Sciences (http://www.rit.edu/cos/sms/) and the School of Physics and Astronomy (http://www.rit.edu/cos/physics/). The positions are for two or three years and renewable depending on satisfactory performance and the availability of funds. CCRG researchers have access to several computing cluster facilities at national computing centers such as XSEDE and BlueWaters as well as a dedicated 1600-core cluster hosted at the Center. More information about the CCRG is available at http://ccrg.rit.edu/ And about Rochester at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rochester,_New_York Applications should consist of a cover letter, a brief statement of research interests, a curriculum vitae including publication list, and at least three letters of recommendation. All materials should be sent electronically as soon as possible to: ccrg-postdoc[AT]ccrgweb.rit.edu For an overview of all job openings at CCRG please go to: http://ccrg.rit.edu/spotlight/jobs. Enquiries can be addressed to the center's Director: Manuela Campanelli, manuela[AT]astro.rit.edu Center for Computational Relativity and Gravitation, School of Mathematical Sciences, and School of Physics and Astronomy, Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) 85 Lomb Memorial Drive Rochester, New York 14623 USA Review of completed applications will begin as soon as available and will continue until a suitable candidate is found. RIT is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. Postdoctoral position in gravitational theory at the University of Florida ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/10/06/postdoctoral-position-in-grav… Deadline: 2014-12-15 Location: Gainesville FL USA Additional Information: http://www.phys.ufl.edu/~cmw/ Contact: cmw[AT]physics.ufl.edu POSTDOCTORAL POSITION Gravity Group, Department of Physics University of Florida A postdoctoral position will be available in the Florida Gravity Group of the Department of Physics at the University of Florida, Gainesville, starting in the fall of 2015. Applications are invited from theorists with research interests in the area of general relativity, with specific emphasis on the observable aspects of the theory in gravitational waves, astrophysics, or experiment. The appointment is for one year, with renewal possible, subject to satisfactory performance and continued funding. The Florida Gravity group consists of Clifford Will, Steven Detweiler, Bernard Whiting, Richard Woodard, Guenakh Mitselmakher, David Tanner, Guido Mueller, Sergei Klimenko, Steve Eikenberry (Astronomy) and John Conklin (Aerospace Engineering). The main research interests of the group are the study of inspiralling binary systems using post-Newtonian and self-force methods, strong-field and gravity-wave tests of GR, quantum gravity, LIGO optical systems and LIGO data analysis, and development of instrumentation for space-based gravitational wave detectors. We have strong collaborations with the Institute of Astrophysics of Paris. Contact Clifford Will for further information. Send curriculum vita, statement of research interests, and three letters of reference via email to Tessie Colson . Applications received before December 15, 2014 will receive full consideration. The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.3. Postdoctoral positions in gravity and high energy astrophysics at Fudan ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/10/13/postdoctoral-positions-in-gra… Deadline: 2014-12-31 Location: Shanghai, China Additional Information: http://www.physics.fudan.edu.cn/tps/people/bambi/ Contact: bambi[AT]fudan.edu.cn The gravity and high energy astrophysics group at Fudan University (Shanghai, China) has 1-2 postdoctoral positions for the next academic year. Applications from candidates working in any research area of gravity and high energy astrophysics will be considered, but preference may be given to those with interest/experience in: 1) Physics and astrophysics of black holes 2) X-ray astronomy (theory or data analysis) 3) Alternative theories of gravity 4) Gravitational waves (theory) The group is led by Cosimo Bambi and currently consists of 3 postdocs (Priti Mishra, Diego Rubiera-Garcia, Naoki Tsukamoto), a long-term visitor (Ivan Arraut), and several graduate and undergraduate students. Additional details about projects and activities can be found here: http://www.physics.fudan.edu.cn/tps/people/bambi/ The group has also interactions with other groups at Fudan, in particular the ones of particle cosmology (Antonino Marciano) and quantum gravity (Leonardo Modesto). Interested candidates should send their CV (including, among other things, date of birth, contact details of 2-3 referees, and possible starting date), short statement of research interests and/or experience, and publication list to: Prof. Cosimo Bambi E-mail: bambi[AT]fudan.edu.cn Please arrange also at least 2-3 recommendation letters to be sent separately to the same email address. Applications received by December 31 will receive full consideration. Further details: Salary: The salary starts from 100,000 CNY/year (about 1,000 EUR/month, tax-free for non-Chinese researchers). Candidates with a PhD from an overseas top university may be eligible to apply for fellowships from the Central Government of 200,000 CNY/year. Housing: Fudan can provide apartments of 50-80 square meters inside the campus at very convenient rental rates. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.4. Postdoctoral Researcher in Theoretical Cosmology at University of Portsmouth, UK ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9836 Deadline: 2015-01-02 Location: Portsmouth, UK Additional Information: https://port.engageats.co.uk Contact: kazuya.koyama[AT]port.ac.uk University of Portsmouth Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation Postdoctoral Researcher in Theoretical Cosmology Fixed term contract for two years Salary: 28,695 - 32,277 GBP per annum Position number: 10013084 Closing date: 02 January 2015 The Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation (ICG) intends to appoint a postdoctoral researcher in theoretical cosmology. The researcher will work on projects funded by the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), in particular models of modified gravity and dark energy. A PhD degree and relevant research experience are required. The post is for two years, with an anticipated start date of 1 October 2015. The ICG consists of 11 academic staff, 17 postdoctoral researchers and 19 PhD students, and is a member of the Sloan Digital Sky Surveys (SDSS-III and SDSS-IV), the Dark Energy Survey, the UK Low Frequency Array (LOFAR:UK) and the Euclid Consortium. The University of Portsmouth is a member of the South-East Physics Network (SEPnet)2 and hosts the 1520-core SEPnet-ASTRO supercomputer (SCIAMA-II). For further information, please visit the ICG website at www.icg.port.ac.uk. Applications (application form, CV, publication list and research statement) should be submitted via the online application system at https://port.engageats.co.uk by the closing date, 2nd January 2015. Applicants should also arrange for up to three reference letters and application materials to be sent by email to icg-admin[AT]port.ac.uk, to arrive by the same date. Late applications may be considered; please contact the HR Recruitment team via hrrecruitment[AT]port.ac.uk for details on how to apply. We welcome applications from all qualified applicants, but applications are particularly encouraged from traditionally under-represented groups in science. The University of Portsmouth is member of the Athena SWAN charter and an Institute of Physics Project Juno Supporter; these projects show a commitment to introduce organisational and cultural practices that promote gender equality in science and create a better working environment for men and women. For informal enquiries about particular projects please contact Kazuya Koyama by email: kazuya.koyama[AT]port.ac.uk or phone +44 (0)23 9284 5151. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.5. Georgia Tech: Postdoctoral Positions ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/10/14/georgia-tech-postdoctoral-pos… Deadline: 2014-12-01 Location: Atlanta, USA Additional Information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/4884 Contact: laura.cadonati[AT]physics.gatech.edu Postdoctoral Positions in Gravitational Wave Astrophysics The Georgia Institute of Technology invites applications for several postdoctoral appointments in gravitational wave physics within its Center for Relativistic Astrophysics (CRA). The areas of interest are: searches and astrophysics of gravitational wave transients in Advanced LIGO, detector characterization of Advanced LIGO data, numerical relativity and computational astrophysics. Appointments will be for two years, with subsequent renewals depending on performance and availability of funds. The starting date could be as early as January 2015, and positions will remain open until filled. Successful candidates will join an energetic team with a strong program in gravitational wave and multi messenger astrophysics. Faculty members at the CRA (http://www.cra.gatech.edu) are David Ballantyne (high energy astrophysics), Tamara Bogdanovic (astrophysics and cosmology), Laura Cadonati (gravitational wave physics), Pablo Laguna (computational astrophysics and numerical relativity), Nepomuk Otte (particle astrophysics), Deirdre Shoemaker (gravitational wave physics and numerical relativity), Ignacio Taboada (particle astrophysics) and John Wise (cosmology). Application materials will be accepted electronically at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/4884 Applicants should upload 1) a cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, including a full list of publications, and 3) a research statement. Information on the submission of three letters of reference is provided during the on-line application process. Review of complete applications will begin December 1st, 2014. Inquires may be addressed by email to laura.cadonati[AT]physics.gatech.edu The Georgia Institute of Technology, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.6. Postdoc position in AdS gravity, Krakow, PL ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9853 Deadline: 2014-11-15 Location: Krakow (Poland) Additional Information: http://www.fais.uj.edu.pl/wydzial/zatrudnienie/-/journal_content/56_INSTANC… Contact: piotr.bizon[AT]aei.mpg.de A postdoc position is available at the Jagiellonian University (Krakow) to work within the NCN funded project "Asymptotically AdS spacetimes and turbulence". The post is available for a period of 2 years, starting as soon as possible. The gross monthly salary is 7500 PLN. Applicants are expected to have experience in numerical relativity and massive parallel numerical simulations on clusters. Interested candidates should send their cv, list of publications, and a short description of research interests to prof. Piotr Bizon (email: piotr.bizon[AT]aei.mpg.de) and arrange two recommendation letters to be sent to the same address. The deadline for applications is November 15, 2014. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.7. Post-doctoral position in gravitation theory at the University of Maryland ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9867 Deadline: 2014-12-15 Location: College Park, Maryland, USA Additional Information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/4943 Contact: jacobson[AT]physics.umd.edu The Maryland Gravitation Theory Group announces an opening for a postdoctoral position, starting in the Fall of 2015. The position is for one year, with renewal for a second year expected, depending on the continuation of funding and satisfactory progress. A broad range of potential research areas for this position will be considered. These include, but are not limited to, phenomenology of general relativity and modified gravity theories, black hole thermodynamics, quantum field theory in curved spacetime, quantum gravity, and ideal MHD (especially analytic methods in general relativistic force-free electrodynamics). The Maryland Gravitation Theory Group (http://www.physics.umd.edu/rgroups/grt) overlaps with the Maryland Center for Fundamental Physics (MCFP, http://mcfp.physics.umd.edu/), which also includes particle and nuclear theory groups, and with the Joint Space Science Institute (JSI, http://jsi.astro.umd.edu/), which includes members from physics, astronomy, and NASA/Goddard. Applications should be submitted via Academic Jobs Online, at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/4943. Candidates should include a CV, publication list, and statement of research experience, plans, and interests, and arrange for at least three letters of reference to be submitted as well. Maryland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Deadline for full consideration: December 15, 2014 Contact: Ted Jacobson Email: jacobson[AT]physics.umd.edu +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.8. Postdoctoral position in Quantum Gravity in Marseille ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9872 Deadline: 2014-11-15 Location: Marseille, France Additional Information: http://www.cpt.univ-mrs.fr/~quantumgravity Contact: gravity[AT]cpt.univ-mrs.fr The Quantum Gravity équipe of the 'Centre de Physique Theorique de Luminy' in Marseille, France, offers a postdoctoral position for the duration of one year. The position must start before October 1st 2015; earlier start is welcome. Candidates are requested to have knowledge in quantum gravity and be interested in collaborating with the group. The group (http://www.cpt.univ-mrs.fr/~quantumgravity/) is currently formed by four faculties, four postdocs, four graduate students and two long term visitors. Current research interests include: loop quantum gravity, singularity free black holes (from various quantum gravity theories), black hole thermodynamics, spin networks and twisted geometries, spinfoams, twistors, loop quantum cosmology, fast radio bursts and gamma ray bursts, generally covariant statistical mechanics. The group is associated to the Samy Maroun Center for Time Space and the Quantum (http://www.cpt.univ-mrs.fr/~gravity/CenterEN.html). Candidates can send an application by email at the address: gravity[AT]cpt.univ-mrs.fr. Please include your name in the subject line. Please include a letter stating clearly the reasons for your interest in the Marseille group. Support letters from senior scientists are welcome. The selection of the applications starts November 15th. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.9. Postdoc position in theoretical gravity at LSU ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9877 Deadline: 2014-12-01 Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA Additional Information: https://lsusystemcareers.lsu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=58360 Contact: agullo[AT]lsu.edu The theoretical relativity group of Louisiana State University invites applications for a postdoctoral position working in quantum gravity and/or theoretical cosmology and/or quantum field theory in curved space-times. The initial appointment will be for one year and is expected to be renewed for another one or two years subject to satisfactory progress and availability of funds. The core relativity group at LSU consists of Ivan Agullo, Steve Brandt, Frank Loeffler, Peter Diener, Jorge Pullin and Parampreet Singh. In addition to that, LSU hosts a strong experimental gravity group with activity in LIGO, whose Livingston site is 30 miles away from Baton Rouge. LSU is also host to the Center for Computation and Technology (CCT), a multidisciplinary research center which includes computational groups in several areas of science, engineering and the humanities. Several researchers in the relativity group have joint appointments at CCT. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.10. Faculty Position in Astronomy at Cardiff ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9883 Deadline: 2014-11-17 Location: Cardiff University, UK Additional Information: https://krb-sjobs.brassring.com/TGWebHost/jobdetails.aspx?SID=%5e_slp_rhc_q… Contact: Matt.Griffin[AT]astro.cf.ac.uk The School of Physics and Astronomy at Cardiff University has an immediate vacancy for an academic appointment at Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer/ Reader level, in the area of astronomical research. We are seeking to make an appointment that will strengthen our research programme in extragalactic astronomy/cosmology, star formation, exoplanets or transient astronomy, and contribute to our undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes. We would also be interested in candidates whose research programme (theory or observational) would make use of the UK involvement in facilities such as ALMA, PLATO, Euclid and E-ELT and the major UK investment in the Square Kilometre Array. Our main criterion, however, is research excellence. For details please visit the job advert page. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.11. Postdoctoral Position in Black Hole Accretion and Strong Gravity at MPE, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9889 Deadline: 2014-12-15 Location: Garching, Germany Additional Information: http://www.mpe.mpg.de/~jdexter Contact: jdexter[AT]mpe.mpg.de Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position in black hole astrophysics at the Max Planck Institute for Extraterrestrial Physics starting summer or fall 2015. The successful applicant will work with Dr. Jason Dexter and other members of the Infrared/Submillimeter group on topics related to black hole accretion physics and strong gravity, including the Event Horizon Telescope and VLTI GRAVITY experiments. Applicants with expertise in theory, computation, or observation are all welcome to apply. The MPE and the neighboring MPA offer a vibrant science environment with expertise in a broad spectrum of research topics and access to world class facilities. A PhD in astronomy, physics, or a related field is required by the date of employment. The initial appointment is for two years, with an extension for the third year depending on satisfactory performance and the availability of funding. The position comes with a generous travel budget and the opportunity to spend time at UC Berkeley as part of an international exchange program in astrophysics between the Max Planck Society and UCB. Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, CV, publication list, and statement of research interests (3 pages or less) to irjobs(a)mpe.mpg.de, and arrange for 3 letters of reference to be sent to the same e-mail address. Applications received by December 15, 2014 will receive full consideration. Later applications will be considered until the position is filled. The Max-Planck Society is an equal opportunity employer and women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.12. Postdoc in gravity at Nottingham ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9892 Deadline: 2014-11-25 Location: Nottingham, UK Additional Information: http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/jobs/currentvacancies/ref/SCI316914 Contact: Thomas.Sotiriou[AT]nottingham.ac.uk Applications are invited for the above post to work with Dr Thomas Sotiriou on the ERC funded project Challenging General Relativity. The research is aimed at exploring the limits of General Relativity as a theory of the gravitational interaction. The main research areas of the research group are quantum gravity and phenomenology, alternative theories of gravity, and the strong gravity regime. More details about the group can be found here: http://thomassotiriou.wix.com/challenginggr Candidates must hold or be near completion of a PhD, or equivalent, in mathematics, physics or a closely related discipline. Research experience in the field of gravity and in one of the 3 aforementioned main research areas of the group is essential. This full-time post is available from 1 June 2015 and will be offered on a fixed-term contract for a period of 24 months. To apply please visit this link: http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/jobs/currentvacancies/ref/SCI316914 In recognition of its commitment to promoting women in science, The University of Nottingham is one of four universities to hold a Silver Athena SWAN Award. For information about the School of Mathematical Sciences, which has strong and active research groups, see: http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/mathematics/index.aspx Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr Thomas Sotiriou, email: thomas.sotiriou[AT]nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.13. PhD Positions in Black Hole Accretion and Strong Gravity at MPE, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/10/28/phd-positions-in-black-hole-a… Deadline: 2014-11-15 Location: Garching, Germany Additional Information: http://www.imprs-astro.mpg.de/content/application Contact: jdexter[AT]mpe.mpg.de Applications are invited for PhD positions in black hole astrophysics at the Max Planck Institute for Extraterrestrial Physics starting summer or fall 2015. The successful applicants will work with Dr. Jason Dexter and other members of the Infrared/Submillimeter group on topics related to black hole accretion physics and strong gravity, including the Event Horizon Telescope and VLTI GRAVITY experiments. Applicants with interests in theory, computation, or observation are all welcome to apply. The MPE and the neighboring MPA offer a vibrant science environment with expertise in a broad spectrum of research topics and access to world class facilities. Qualified applicants should apply through the IMPRS program (see link). Please state in the application that you are interested in working with the IR group at MPE. The IMPRS application deadline is November 15, 2014. For later applications or inquiries about the positions, please e-mail jdexter[AT]mpe.mpg.de The Max-Planck Society is an equal opportunity employer and women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.14. Post-doctoral Scholar Position at IGC, Penn State ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/10/29/post-doctoral-scholar-positio… Deadline: 2014-12-15 Location: Penn State, University Park, PA, USA Additional Information: http://gravity.psu.edu/opportunities/postdoc_fall2015.shtml Contact: rxh1[AT]psu.edu The Institute for Gravitation and the Cosmos at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking to fill one or more post-doctoral scholar positions in the theoretical aspects of gravitational physics. The initial appointment is for one year, and is expected to be renewed for a second year subject to satisfactory progress and availability of funds. In exceptional cases it has been renewed also for a third year. The successful candidate will participate in the research programs led by Professors Abhay Ashtekar and Eugenio Bianchi. These include projects in classical general relativity, geometric analysis and cosmology; loop quantum gravity with emphasis on spin foams and loop quantum cosmology; all aspects of quantum black holes with emphasis on entanglement entropy and singularity resolution; and relation between loop quantum gravity and other approaches to quantum gravity and non-perturbative techniques in quantum field theory. The larger gravitational theory group faculty includes Murat Gunaydin, Radu Roiban and Sarah Shandera. In addition Professor Alejandro Corichi holds a visiting appointment at the Institute. Successful candidates will be encouraged to interact also with mathematicians in the Center for Fundamental Theory and with members of the Center for Theoretical and Observational Cosmology. During the current academic year, the Institute has 22 post-docs (including Drs. Nishant Agarwal, Marc Geiller, Brajesh Gupt, Sohyun Park, Wolfgang Wieland and Nelson Yokomizo in Fundamental Theory and Cosmology). For further information on the Institute, see http://www.gravity.psu.edu/ A Ph.D. in physics or a related field is required, with a research record showing a strong background in general relativity, and at least one of the other areas listed above. While the primary responsibility of the successful candidate(s) will be to carry out research in some of these areas, we also expect them to interact strongly with the other researchers in the gravity and cosmology group at Penn State. There may be opportunities to teach one course during their two years at Penn State. The Institute for Gravitation and the Cosmos offers significant additional resources for research expenses to exceptional candidates. They can be used for academic travel, computers, software, books, etc, entirely at the post-doctoral scholar's discretion. Applications must be submitted electronically at <a href="https://app2.ohr.psu.edu/Jobs/External/EVMS2_External/currentap1.cfm#54344" title="Post-doctoral Scholar, IGC, Penn State " target="_blank">https://app2.ohr.psu.edu/Jobs/External/EVMS2_External/currentap1.cfm#54344</a> and include a cover letter, CV and statement of research interests. Applicants should arrange for three reference letters to be submitted to Randi Neshteruk at rxh1[AT]psu.edu indicating the appropriate job number in the subject line. This is a fixed-term appointment funded for one year from date of hire, with possibility of re-funding. Review of applications will begin on December 15th and continue until suitable candidate(s) are found. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: For more about safety at Penn State, and to review the Annual Security Report which contains information about crime statistics and other safety and security matters, please go to http://www.police.psu.edu/clery/, which will also provide you with detail on how to request a hard copy of the Annual Security Report. Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, women, veterans, disabled individuals, and other protected groups. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.15. Postdoctoral position in gravitational wave physics at UIB, Spain ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/10/29/postdoctoral-position-in-grav… Deadline: 2014-12-15 Location: Palma de Mallorca, Spain Additional Information: http://grg.uib.es Contact: sascha.husa[AT]uib.es The gravity group at the Balearic Islands University (UIB) is seeking applications for a postdoctoral position in the areas of gravitational wave physics and astrophysics, including data analysis, modeling of gravitational-wave sources, numerical relativity, and related astrophysical topics. Our group is a member of the LIGO Scientific Collaboration, the GEO600 project, and the Institute of Space Studies of Catalonia (IEEC), and consists of faculty members Carles Bona, Jaume Carot, Sascha Husa, Joan Masso, Carlos Palenzuela and Alicia Sintes, as well as several graduate students. The position is funded by MIMECO grant FPA2013-41042-P (Data analysis of gravitational waves and source simulations for the advanced detector era) to Alicia Sintes and Sascha Husa. The position is available in 2015 with negotiable starting date. Initial appointment is for 1 year, with renewal for a second year expected, depending on satisfactory progress. Applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, list of publications, brief description of research interests and achievements, as well as arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to gravity.uib.contact[AT]gmail.com. Please address enquiries to Alicia Sintes (alicia.sintes[AT]uib.es) and Sascha Husa (sascha.husa[AT]uib.es). Review of applications will begin on December 15, and applications will be considered until the position is filled. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.16. Master and Ph.D. in Physics at Osaka University, Japan: courses in English ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/10/30/master-and-ph-d-in-physics-at… Deadline: 2014-12-12 Location: Osaka, Japan Additional Information: http://www.rcnp.osaka-u.ac.jp/~ipc/index.html Contact: ipc-office[AT]ipc.phys.sci.osaka-u.ac.jp The Department of Physics of Osaka University is calling for applications to its International Physics Course (IPC). It offers Master and Ph.D. courses on a wide range of research topics in Physics (see the webpage below for more details). Some successful applicants will receive a scholarship. Education and research is conducted in English (but students are welcome to learn a little of Japanese language and culture). Applications for admission to academic year 2015/16 (starting from April 1 or October 1, 2015) are accepted until December 12, 2014, but applicants should contact the staff of Osaka University at least one month before the deadline, in order to work out details of the research plan and financial support. For further information see the website. Luca Baiotti Osaka University +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.17. Postdoctoral positions at CITA, University of Toronto ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/10/30/postdoctoral-positions-at-cit… Deadline: 2014-11-15 Location: Toronto, Canada Additional Information: http://www.cita.utoronto.ca Contact: office[AT]cita.utoronto.ca CANADIAN INSTITUTE FOR THEORETICAL ASTROPHYSICS (CITA) POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS CITA is a national centre for theoretical astrophysics located at the University of Toronto. The Institute expects to offer several postdoctoral fellowships of two to three years. The starting date will be September 1, 2015. Funds will be available for travel and other research expenses. A Ph.D. in any field of theoretical astrophysics is required. Fellows are expected to carry out original research in theoretical astrophysics under the general supervision of the permanent faculty whose interests include: cosmology, interstellar matter, galaxy, star and planet formation, solar physics, high energy astrophysics, numerical relativity and gravitational waves. Visit the CITA website at www.cita.utoronto.ca for application instructions. We only accept electronic submissions. Applicants will be asked to submit a curriculum vitae, statement of research interests and arrange for three letters of recommendation. The deadline for applications and all letters of recommendation is November 15, 2014. The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.18. Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical General Relativity or Relativistic Astrophysics at the University of Arizona ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/10/30/postdoctoral-position-in-theo… Deadline: 2014-12-01 Location: Tucson, AZ Additional Information: http://www.uacareertrack.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=214071 Contact: sgralla[AT]email.arizona.edu The Department of Physics and the Theoretical Astrophysics Program at the University of Arizona invite applications for a postdoctoral fellowship in the area of theoretical general relativity or relativistic astrophysics. Particular areas of interest are gravitational-wave astrophysics, pulsar and black hole magnetospheres, and the motion of bodies in general relativity and alternative theories. Applications from those with related or complimentary interests are encouraged, and candidates specializing in both analytical and numerical techniques will be considered. The successful candidate will be a member of the physics department as well as the Theoretical Astrophysics Program, a partnership between the departments of physics, astronomy, and planetary sciences that supports a colloquium series, small grants, and regular interaction events. For more information about the position, contact Prof. Sam Gralla at sgralla[AT]email.arizona.edu. To apply, visit www.uacareertrack.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=214071 and apply for job number 56750. A complete application requires a CV including a full list of publications, a research statement, and at least three letters of recommendation. Please arrange for the letters to be sent to Prof. Gralla at sgralla[AT]email.arizona.edu. For technical assistance regarding the application procedure, contact Carmen Montijo at montijoc[AT]email.arizona.edu. The deadline for full consideration is December 1, 2014. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.19. Postdoc Position at the Institute for Quantum Gravity, Erlangen-Nuernberg ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/10/31/postdoc-position-at-the-insti… Deadline: 2014-12-07 Location: Erlangen, Germany Additional Information: http://www.gravity.physik.fau.de/opportunities/jobs/jobs.shtml Contact: application[AT]gravity.fau.de Postdoctoral Positions in Erlangen-Nuernberg In autumn 2015, one postdoctoral position in the field of quantum physics of the gravitational field, in particular quantum gravity and quantum cosmology, will be available at the Institute for Quantum Gravity (IQG) (Theoretical Physics III) of the Friedrich Alexander University (FAU) Erlangen-Nuernberg, Germany. The position is for two years with a possibility of extension for one additional year, depending on funding. In exceptional cases, a five year contract may be negotiable. Salaries depend on seniority and follow the collective wage agreement for scientific employees in Germany (TVOeD). The successful candidate will be part of the centre for quantum gravity at the FAU. The centre currently hosts 4 professors, 3 postdocs plus guests, fellows, PhD and diploma/master students. Altogether, there is space for up to 30 scientists. Current staff includes professors Kristina Giesel, Hanno Sahlmann, Frederic Schuller (Interim professor) and Thomas Thiemann (Chair), Emeriti Frieder Lenz (former chair), Michael Thies and Hartmut Hofmann, postdocs Daniele Pranzetti, Marcin Kisielowski and Muxin Han as well as 7 Phd and 5 master students. Former institute members Prof. Jonathan Engle (Florida Atlantic University) and Florian Girelli (University of Waterloo and Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics) hold affiliate positions. The Institute for Quantum Gravity (IQG) is part of the Erlangen Centre for Astroparticle Physics (ECAP) which has a strong expertise in experimental astroparticle physics. The IQG benefits from continuous exchange with the excellency cluster 'Universe' in Munich, especially with the groups working on (quantum) cosmology. The IQG fosters strong links with the Department of Mathematics in Erlangen. The University of Erlangen has identified the collaboration between the IQG, the chair for statistical physics and the chair for algebra and representation theory as one of its prestigious 'emerging field projects' which is generously supported. Finally, the IQG is in close contact with a network of international research centers focussing on quantum gravity such as the Albert Einstein Institute in Potsdam, Germany; the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada; the Institute for Gravitation and the Cosmos in State College, Pennsylvania, USA; Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; Institute for Theoretical Physics in Marseille, France; Institute for Theoretical Physics in Warsaw, Poland. Applicants must have a PhD in either physics or mathematics and should have prior research experience in general relativity and/or quantum field theory and a strong interest in working on aspects of non perturbative and background independent quantum gravity. The following list of materials should be uploaded in one pdf- or zip file, whose name should include your lastname, using the application form below. 1. Curriculum vitae. 2. Research proposal including a summary of previous work and plans for future projects. 3. Teaching experience (if applicable). 4. List of seminars and conferences attended, detailing talks given (if applicable). 5. List of publications. 6. In addition we ask for three letters of recommendation, which should also be uploaded prior to the deadline by the referees via the electronic form available at this link: Referee Upload . Recommendation letters sent by email will not be accepted. Please note that after successful submission you will receive a confirmation email regarding your application. In case you do not receive a confirmation email your upload was not successful and you can contact us at application[AT]gravity.fau.de. Applications will be reviewed starting December 7th, 2014 but later applications will be considered until the position is filled. The starting date of the position is normally Oct. 1st 2015 but there is some flexibility. For further information about the University and the Institute please visit: http://www.uni-erlangen.de/einrichtungen/fakultaeten/nat/departments.shtml and http://www.gravity.physik.fau.de For further information about the position please send an inquiry to application[AT]gravity.fau.de. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.20. Tenure Track position in cosmology or astrophysics at UNAM ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9942 Deadline: 2014-11-30 Location: Cuernavaca, Mexico Additional Information: http://www.fis.unam.mx/noticias_ver.php?ID=284 Contact: hidalgo[AT]fis.unam.mx The Instituto de Ciencias Fisicas of the Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico (ICF-UNAM), at the Morelos campus in the city of Cuernavaca, invites applications for an Associate Professorship (Tenure Track) in the area of cosmology and/or computational astrophysics. We seek a candidate with a strong, internationally recognized record in one of the above subjects, including co-authorship of a simulation code of astrophysical or cosmological interest, and/or proficiency in public simulation codes, as well as the ability to get supercomputing resources at national and international levels. Strong candidates in other areas of cosmology are also encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be collaborating with local researchers, in particular Luis Benet, Gabriel German, Juan Carlos Hidalgo, Gloria Koenigsberger and Frederic Masset. Current research areas of this group at the ICF include: planetary formation and studies of protoplanetary disks, early universe cosmology and relativistic corrections to Large Scale Structure formation. Local computational facilities include a 5320 core cluster (at UNAM) and a 24 K20 GPUs cluster in the Institute premises. Starting salary, including supplements, ranks between 31,500 and 32,500 USD, per annum after taxes. Interested researchers should submit an application consisting of Curriculum Vitae, a list of publications and a statement of research interests as well as three letters of recommendation. Applications will be accepted in electronic form until the 30th of November of 2014. For further information please write to masset[AT]fis.unam.mx or hidalgo[AT]fis.unam.mx . +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. New CQG focus issue on Entanglement and Quantum Gravity edited by Eugenio Bianchi and Carlo Rovelli ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9885 Additional Information: http://j.mp/1pxgJ8z Dear Colleagues, It is my pleasure to present this focus issue on Entanglement and Quantum Gravity, guest edited by Eugenio Bianchi and Carlo Rovelli: http://j.mp/1pxgJ8z Recent years have seen a flourishing of interest in the role that entanglement entropy plays in the physics of spacetime. Insights have been obtained into the role of entanglement for the entropy for black hole thermodynamics, and new ideas have been explored connecting entanglement to holography, wormholes, to the structure itself of semiclassical spacetime and others. This special issue collects a number of articles on this topic, offering a partial overview of these new developments. The full issue is available from IOPscience for free for the next 3 months. I hope you enjoy reading the collection. Kind regards, Ben Sheard Publishing Editor Classical and Quantum Gravity IOP Publishing iopscience.org/cqg ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.2. 2015 IUPAP General Relativity and Gravitation Young Scientist Prize ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9904 Additional Information: http://indico.cern.ch/event/stars2015 The IUPAP General Relativity and Gravitation Young Scientist Prize is now open for nominations: As an affiliated commission (AC2) of the International Union of Pure and Applied Physics (IUPAP), the International Society on General Relativity and Gravitation (ISGRG) offers an annual IUPAP Young Scientist Prize. The IUPAP Young Scientist Prizes recognize outstanding achievements of scientists at early stages of their career. Each prize consists of a certificate citing the contributions made by the recipient, a medal and 1000 euros. The conditions for the prize are: The IUPAP General Relativity and Gravitation Young Scientist Prize can be for work in any area of relativity and gravitation, theoretical or experimental. On 1 February 2015, nominees must have a maximum of eight years of research experience (excluding career interruptions) following the Ph.D. (or equivalent) degree. They are expected to have displayed significant achievement and exceptional promise for future achievements in relativity and gravitation. The primary nominator must be a member of the International Society on General Relativity and Gravitation. Nominations may be made by any member of ISGRG (other than the nominee) and should be accompanied by a CV, a proposed citation of 30-50 words summarizing the reason for the nomination, a list of publications and a description (about one page long) of the specific achievements of the nominee, who need not be an ISGRG member. It is important that the selection committee has specific information that allows it to determine what the nominee has contributed and how this will impact the subject. Therefore it will be extremely helpful to the selection committee to receive at least two additional letters supporting the nomination that detail the expected significance of the contributions of the nominee. It is also appropriate to submit additional materials such as published articles. In the case of co-authored or multi-authored publications, it is essential for nominators and supporters to discuss the nominee's precise contributions, if known, in addition to the work's overall significance. The entire package should be bundled into a single PDF file and emailed to the Secretary of ISGRG, beverlyberger[AT]me.com, by 1 February 2015. The winner will be announced on 14 March 2015 and the award made shortly thereafter. The official presentation of the award will be made at the GR21 conference in 2016. Through the generosity of Prof. Abhay Ashtekar (Penn State U), an Ashtekar Travel Award of $1000 will be presented to the winner as partial support for travel to GR21. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.3. Living Reviews in Relativity ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/10/31/living-reviews-in-relativity/ Additional Information: http://relativity.livingreviews.org/ Living Reviews in Relativity is a pioneer open-access journal project, which started operations in 1998. The Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute) is no longer able to operate Living Reviews in Relativity, but will continue to host the web site while the search for a long term solution for the journal is underway. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.4. Death of Tullio Regge ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/10/31/death-of-tullio-regge/ Additional Information: http://sigrav.na.infn.it/tullio-regge Tullio Regge, a theoretical and mathematical physicist who made fundamental contributions to science worldwide, died on October 23, 2014, at the age of 83. A longer obituary can be found at http://sigrav.na.infn.it/tullio-regge. Regge graduated from Turin, Italy, and received his PhD from Rochester, USA. He was at the Max Planck Institute for Physics where he worked with Werner Heisenberg. Then he was appointed to the chair of Relativity at Turin University. He also was a member of the Institute for Advanced Study, Princeton, USA, and a staff member at CERN. He returned to Italy to Turin University then to Turin Polytecnico. Regge has worked in and across the two main revolutions in theoretical physics of the last century: general relativity and quantum mechanics. In quantum mechanics, at the end of the 1950's Regge proposed a truly innovative theory, using complex angular momenta in scattering theory to describe strong nuclear forces among elementary particles, known as the theory of Regge poles. This led to the model of Veneziano, which in turn promoted the development of String Theory. In general relativity, in 1961 he proposed a new way to solve Einstein's equations with his theory of discrete gravity, based on the `discretization' of spacetime. This theory, known as Regge calculus was the first discrete gauge theory suitable for numerical simulation, and an early relative of lattice gauge theory. He and Ponzano developed a quantum version now known as the Ponzano-Regge model. This was the first of a series of state sum models for quantum gravity known as spin foam models. In mathematics, the model also developed into the Turaev-Viro model, an example of a quantum invariant. While at Princeton, Regge and Wheeler made fundamental contributions to the study of black holes, especially through what is known as the Regge-Wheeler equation. He also worked on numerous other problems in general relativity, e.g. in quantum constrained systems, in quantum vortices and supergravity, and lower dimensional gravity. He had many students and collaborators, who gratefully look back to his contributions and keep his memory alive. Italian physics in particular, and world theoretical physics has lost one of its most important characters. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.5. Publication of the MG13 proceedings and first parallel sessions of the next MG14 (Rome, 2015) ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9936 Additional Information: http://www.worldscientific.com/worldscibooks/10.1142/9194 The proceedings of the MG13 Meeting on General Relativity (Stockholm University, Sweden, 1 7 July 2012), edited by: Kjell Rosquist (Stockholm University, Sweden), Robert T Jantzen (Villanova University, USA) and Remo Ruffini (International Center for Relativistic Astrophysics Network (ICRANet), Italy & University of Rome Sapienza, Italy) are ready and will be printed and distributed by the end of 2014. The three volumes of the proceedings of MG13 (see http://www.worldscientific.com/worldscibooks/10.1142/9194) give a broad view of all aspects of gravitational physics and astrophysics, from mathematical issues to recent observations and experiments. The scientific program of the meeting included 33 morning plenary talks during 6 days, and 75 parallel sessions over 4 afternoons. Meanwhile, continues the organizers work on the program of the next MG14 of Rome, 2015. We can anticipate the first confirmed parallel sessions: Self-forces and small-mass-ratio binaries (Adam Pound) Post-Newtonian and Analytic Approximations (Alexandre Le Tiec) Binary Black Holes as Sources of Multi-messenger Astronomy (Pablo Laguna) Numerical Analysis of Coalescing Binaries (Masaru Shibata) Results and Strategies in Dark Matter Detection (Rita Bernabei) Blazar (Paolo Giommi, Paolo Padovani) Extended Theories of Gravity (Salvatore Capozziello) Gravitational fields with sources: From compact objects to black holes (José P. S. Lemos, Paolo Pani) Black holes in binary stellar systems and galactic nuclei (Anatoly M. Cherepaschuck, Stanislav O.Alexeyev) Cosmic Microwave Background measurements (Silvia Masi, Paolo de Bernardis) Cosmology with the Cosmic Microwave Background: Implications of Planck and Other Experiments in Temperature and Polarization (Carlo Burigana, Hans Ulrik Nørgaard-Nielsen) Dark Energy and the Accelerating Universe (Alexei Starobinski, David Polarski) Theoretical and Mathematical Cosmology (Alan Coley, David Wiltshire) Semiclassical and Quantum Cosmology (Paulo Vargas Moniz) Experimental Gravitation (Claus Laemmerzahl) Variation of Fundamental Constants (Victor Flambaum, Julian Berengut) Compact Binaries and Strong-Field Tests of Gravity (Michael Kramer) Photospheric Emission in GRBs (Gregory Vereshchagin, J Michael Burgess) The energy compositions and acceleration processes of GRB jets (Shiho Kobayashi, Stefano Covino) Exact Solutions in Four and Higher Dimensions: Mathematical Aspects (Georgy Alekseev) Cosmological Singularities and Asymptotics (Spiros Cotsakis) Theoretical Issues in GR (Dieter Brill) Exact Solutions (Physical Aspects) (Susan Scott) Quantum Fields (Vladimir Belinski) Sources of Gravitational Waves (Andrew Melatos) Status of the Gravitational Wave Detectors (Jean-Yves Vinet) History of Relativity and Cosmology (Christian Bracco) Observational Gravitational Lensing [Microlensing] (Philippe Jetzer) Cosmology from GRBs (Lorenzo Amati) Loop Quantum Gravity, Quantum Geometry, Spin Foams (Jerzy Lewandowski) Quantum Gravity Phenomenology (Giovanni Amelino-Camelia) Loop quantum gravity: cosmology and black holes (Jorge Pullin, Parampreet Singh) Nuclear Physics and Astrophysics (Jorge Rueda, Rodrigo Negreiros) Strong (EM) Field Physics and Astrophysics (Sang Pyo Kim, She-Sheng Xue) Ground experiments and astrophysical observations in Strong Field Physics (Sang Pyo Kim, She-Sheng Xue) Strong Fields and High Energy Astrophysical events (Yu-Qing Lou) Supernova Explosions and Neutron Stars Dynamics (Kostas Kokkotas) Accretion Processes onto Black Holes: Observation and Modeling (Sandip Chakrabarti) Future prospects in high energy astrophysics (Filippo Frontera, Aldo Morselli) New States of Matter and Strong Electromagnetico Fields in the Universe (Cesar Zen) QCD phase diagram: from nuclear astrophysics to heavy ion collisons (Debora Peres Menezes) Stellar Black Holes (Microquasars) (Felix Mirabel) Experimental tests of fundamental physics with high energy gamma rays (Alessandro De Angelis) Tests of gravity with atom interferometers and clocks (Gugliemo Tino) Numerical simulations, SN, and GRB, connecting with massive SN (Valeri Chechetkin, Alexey Aksenov, Pascal Chardonnet) Theory of light propagation in gravitation fields (lensing, shadows, etc.) (Volker Perlick) Hairy Black Holes (Jutta Kunz) Scalar fields in cosmology (Alfredo Macias) Quantum Spacetime(chair Gherardo Piacitelli, general 40 minute talk by Sergio Doplicher) Statistics and Geometry of Weak Lensing Data (Domenico Marinucci) Future Experiments and Missions in X and Gamma Ray (Shuang-Nan Zhang, Oscar Adriani) Branes and Instantons in String Theory (Alberto Lerda) Black Holes in String Theory (Gianguido Dall'Agata) Gauge/gravity and related correspondences (Rubik Poghossian) String Pheno and Cosmo (Gianfranco Pradisi) The Status of Magnetic White Dwarfs (Enrique Garcia-Berro) Geometric approaches to the thermodynamics of black holes (Hernando Quevedo) Double Neutron Stars and Neutron Star-White Dwarf Binaries (Thomas Tauris) Interacting Dark Matter (Nikolaos Mavromatos) A preliminary list of chairpersons and parallel sessions can be seen at: http://www.icra.it/mg/mg14/par_sessions_chairs.htm The complete and detailed list will be published on the site: http://www.icra.it/mg/mg14/ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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########################################## Table of Contents ########################################### 1. Conferences 1.1. XII International Conference on Gravitation, Astrophysics and Cosmology (ICGAC-12), Moscow 1.2. Orange Pulsar Meeting, Melbourne, Australia 1.3. 8th TRR33 Winter School on Cosmology, Tonale, Italy 1.4. VII Black Holes Workshop 2014, Aveiro, Portugal 1.5. Black Holes and Friends, Shanghai, China 1.6. CoCoNuT Meeting 2014, Valencia, Spain 2. Jobs 2.1. Tenure-track Assistant Professor at Baylor University, Waco, Texas 2.2. Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Physics and Astrophysics at the University of Mississippi 2.3. Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Theoretical Cosmology at Queen Mary University of London 2.4. Postdoc in Mathematical Relativity at Memorial University 2.5. Assistant Professor of Theoretical Cosmology (Tenure Track), Tufts University 2.6. PhD positions in gravity/cosmology/astrophysics at Fudan 2.7. Postdoctoral position in Relativistic Astrophysics, Frankfurt, Germany 2.8. Postdoctoral position in theoretical gravitational physics, Bologna, Italy 2.9. Faculty Position in High Energy Theory at the University of Kansas 2.10. Lagrange Postdoc Fellowships - Institut Lagrange de Paris 2.11. PhD position in general relativity at the University of Jena 3. News 3.1. Hyperspace has moved to Frankfurt 3.2. New books: Two Volumes from the Prague conference "Relativity and Gravitation---100 years after Einstein in Prague" 3.3. New book: "An Introduction to Riemannian Geometry: With Applications to Mechanics and Relativity", by L. Godinho and J. Natario 3.4. Major new reference work: Springer Handbook of Spacetime 3.5. Read the NEW CQG Highlights of 2013-14 ============================================== 1. Conferences ============================================== 1.1. XII International Conference on Gravitation, Astrophysics and Cosmology (ICGAC-12), Moscow --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9710 Starting: 2015-06-28 to 2015-07-05 Location: Moscow, Russia Additional Information: http://rgs.vniims.ru/confers.htm Contact: rusgs[AT]phys.msu.ru XIIth International Conference on Gravitation, Astrophysics and Cosmology (ICGAC-12), Peoples Friendship University of Russia (PFUR), Moscow, Russia, June 28 - July 5, 2015, organized by the Russian Gravitational Society, Institute for Gravitation and Cosmology, PFUR, Center for Gravitation and Fundamental Metrology, VNIIMS and Bogoliubov Laboratory of Theoretical Physics, Dubna. The Conference is devoted to 100 years of Einsteins General Theory of Relativity. ICGAC-12 is a part of the series of biennial conferences on Gravitation, Astrophysics and Cosmology which takes place in the Asia-Pacific region with the goal to promote cooperation among the member countries and within an international context, to promote high level studies on hot topics and to encourage young physicists on these fields. The first meeting was initiated by Prof. Yong Min Cho, Korea, one of the founders of the APCTP, in 1993. The meetings were held in : 1. Seoul, Korea (1993) at Seoul National University 2. Hsinchu, Taiwan (1995) at National Tsing Hua University 3. Tokyo, Japan (1997) at The Institute for Cosmic Ray Research, Tokyo University 4. Beijing, China (1999) at Beijing Normal University 5. Moscow, Russia (2001) at The Institute of Gravitation and Cosmology, Peoples Friendship University of Russia 6. Seoul, Korea (2003) at Ewha Women's University 7. Jhongli, Taiwan (2005) at National Central University 8. Nara, Japan (2007) at Nara Women's University 9. Wuhan, China (2009) at Huazhong University of Science and Technology 10. Qui-Nhon, Vietnam (2011) with assistence of Rencontre du Vietam 11. Almaty, Kazakhstan (2013) at Al Farabi Kazakh National University ICGAC-12 topics: Classical Gravity, GR Extensions Classical and Quantum Cosmology Dark Matter and Dark Energy Black Holes, Wormholes Strings, Branes, Higher Spin Fields and Quantum Gravity Extra Dimensions and Variation of Constants Experimental Studies of Gravity, GW and Fundamental Physics Space Projects Relativistic Astrophysics White Dwarfs, Neutron Stars and Gamma Ray Bursts International Organizing Committee Vitaly Melnikov (Russia) Chair, A. Efremov (Russia) Co-Chair, Sang-Pyo Kim (Korea) Co-Chair and Alexei Starobinsky Co-Chair (Russia) Medeu Abishev (Kazakhstan), Gennadii Bisnovaty-Kogan (Russia), Yong Min Cho (Korea), D. Fursaev (Russia), Rong-Gen Cai and Jun Luo (China), Masakatsu Kenmoku (Japan), ), Kei-ichi Maeda (Japan), Sung-Won Kim (Korea), Remo Ruffini (Italy), Misao Sasaki (Japan), Roland Triay (France) Scientific secretary: Sergey V. Bolokhov (Russia) bol-rgs[AT]yandex.ru Further details will be at the page of Russian Gravitational Society: http://rgs.vniims.ru/confers.htm +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.2. Orange Pulsar Meeting, Melbourne, Australia --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9738 Starting: 2014-11-26 to 2014-11-28 Location: Melbourne, Australia Additional Information: http://ph.unimelb.edu.au/~pwc/orange2014/index.html Contact: brynmor.haskell[AT]unimelb.edu.au The 2014 Orange Pulsar Meeting will be held at the University of Melbourne, Australia, on Wednesday 26th, Thursday 27th and Friday 28th November, 2014. The meeting gathers a broad range of people interested in pulsar astrophysics, including both observational and theoretical aspects. This year, topics will include audio band and nanohertz gravitational waves and neutron star interior modelling. All welcome! +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.3. 8th TRR33 Winter School on Cosmology, Tonale, Italy --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9740 Starting: 2014-12-07 to 2014-12-12 Location: Passo del Tonale - Italy Additional Information: http://darkuniverse.uni-hd.de/view/Main/WinterSchool14 Contact: rigopoulos[AT]thphys.uni-heidelberg.de The Transregional Collaborative Research Centre TRR33 is glad to announce the Eighth TRR33 Winter School on Cosmology. The school is aimed at Master/PhD students and postdocs and will cover both theoretical and observational aspects of modern cosmology. The lecture series will be delivered by Julien Lesgourgues (CERN/EPFL) Overview Lectures Stefano Ettori (INAF - Bologna Observatory) Galaxy Clusters Gabriella De Lucia (INAF - Trieste Observatory) Galaxy Formation and Evolution Paul Shellard (DAMTP, University of Cambridge) The Early Universe and the CMB Massimo Pietroni (University of Padova) Structure Formation in the Universe Registration is OPEN: the deadline is 6th October 2014. To register, please visit our website: http://darkuniverse.uni-hd.de/view/Main/WinterSchool14 Given the large number of applications we strongly suggest an early registration, well in advance of the deadline. Note that we will accept a maximum of 40 participants. Please email us with any further questions at winter.school[AT]thphys.uni-heidelberg.de Follow us on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/trr.winter.school or on twitter using the hashtag #trr33tonale for announcements and reminders Please check the homepage of the school for more information: http://darkuniverse.uni-hd.de/view/Main/WinterSchool14 See you in Tonale! the Organizing Committee Luisa Jaime, Matteo Maturi, Gerasimos Rigopoulos, Eduard Thommes, Georg Wolschin, Miguel Zumalacarregui +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.4. VII Black Holes Workshop 2014, Aveiro, Portugal --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9743 Starting: 2014-12-18 to 2014-12-19 Location: Aveiro, Portugal Additional Information: http://gravitation.web.ua.pt/bhw7/ Contact: fis-bhw7[AT]ua.pt >From astrophysics to high-energy physics, from information theory to quantum gravity, black holes have acquired an ever increasing role in fundamental physics, and are now part of the terminology of many important branches of observational, theoretical and mathematical physics. The Black Holes Workshops gather researchers working on mathematical and physical problems of gravitation, both in its classical and quantum aspects, as well as on superstrings, cosmology and astrophysics, and stimulate the interaction between them. The seventh edition of the Black Holes Workshop invites researchers on black holes in all their aspects to participate, and will be held at the University of Aveiro from 18-19 December 2014. These meetings are informal, involving typically around 50 participants and there is no registration fee. The workshop will consist of contributed talks by the participants. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.5. Black Holes and Friends, Shanghai, China --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/09/24/black-holes-and-friends/ Starting: 2015-03-30 to 2015-04-01 Location: Shanghai, China Additional Information: http://blackholes2015.fudan.edu.cn/ Contact: bambi[AT]fudan.edu.cn First Announcement Black holes and relativistic stars are among the most fascinating objects in the Universe and they attract the interest of both physicists and astrophysicists. The workshop will bring together theorists, observers, and experimentalists. The program will include invited talks, contributed talks, and time for free discussions. Invited Speakers: Mitchell Begelman (Colorado) * Heino Falcke (Nijmegen) Lijun Gou (NAOC) Matteo Guainazzi (ESA) * Michiel van der Klis (Amsterdam) * Jian-Min Wang (IHEP) Qingwen Wu (HUST) Renxin Xu (PKU) Wenfei Yu (SHAO) Shuang-Nan Zhang (IHEP) * * To be confirmed +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.6. CoCoNuT Meeting 2014, Valencia, Spain --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9785 Starting: 2014-11-26 to 2014-11-28 Location: Valencia, Spain Additional Information: http://www.uv.es/coconut/valencia2014 Contact: pablo.cerda[AT]uv.es The CoCoNuT code is a general relativistic hydrodynamics code with dynamical spacetime evolution. The aim of this numerical code is the study of several astrophysical scenarios in which general relativity can play an important role, namely the collapse of rapidly rotating stellar cores and the evolution of isolated neutron stars. The emphasis of the meeting this year shall be put on Numerical Methods. Recent progress and future developments of this field and of the CoCoNuT code shall be discussed, but not exclusively. Possible topics of the meeting are: · Hyperbolic and elliptic systems. · Magnetohydrodynamics. · Radiation transport. · Turbulence. The purpose of the CoCoNuT meeting is twofold: on the one hand it is intended as a regular (yearly so far) meeting of the CoCoNuT users, but it also serves as an opportunity to interchange ideas with users of similar numerical codes. Therefore the attendance to the meeting of anyone outside the CoCoNuT community is welcome. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. Tenure-track Assistant Professor at Baylor University, Waco, Texas ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9730 Deadline: 2014-11-01 Location: Baylor University, Waco, Texas, USA Additional Information: http://www.baylor.edu/hr/index.php?id=81294 Contact: physicsjob[AT]baylor.edu QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in physics or closely related field with teaching and research experience. RESPONSIBILITIES: Establish strong, externally sponsored research program complementing existing research groups at Baylor in astrophysics, condensed matter physics, or high energy physics, though exceptional candidates in other research areas may be considered. Commit to excellent teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Physics and Astrophysics at the University of Mississippi ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9732 Deadline: 2014-12-31 Location: Oxford, MS (USA) Additional Information: http://www.phy.olemiss.edu/GR/?x=entry:entry140917-043737 Contact: grpostdoc[AT]phy.olemiss.edu Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Physics and Astrophysics The University of Mississippi invites applications for a postdoctoral position in the area of Theoretical Physics and Astrophysics. The applicant must have (or be close to completing) a Ph.D. in Physics or Astrophysics, with a good track record in one or more of the following research areas: gravitational-wave source modeling and astrophysics, numerical relativity, post-Newtonian theory, alternative theories of gravity, perturbation theory of stars and black holes. The Gravitational and High-Energy Theory Group at the University of Mississippi is active in various areas of theoretical and experimental gravity, and is part of the LIGO collaboration. Members of the group include Emanuele Berti, Luca Bombelli, Marco Cavaglia, Alakabha Datta and Tibor Torma, adjunct professors Vitor Cardoso and Ulrich Sperhake, several postdocs and graduate students. More information on the gravity group in Mississippi is available at the following URL: http://www.phy.olemiss.edu/GR/ The successful applicant is expected to engage in a collaborative research program involving several institutions, including Caltech and Princeton in the USA, Lisbon, Cambridge, Rome and Aveiro in Europe, and Para' University in Brazil (among others). A curriculum vitae (including a list of publications and a statement of research interests) should be sent to the following e-mail address: grpostdoc[AT]phy.olemiss.edu Please use the subject "Gravitational theory postdoc". Applicants must also arrange to have at least three recommendation letters to be sent to the same email address. Applications must be submitted as soon as possible, and possibly no later than 12/31/2014, but late applications may be considered until the position is filled. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.3. Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Theoretical Cosmology at Queen Mary University of London ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9734 Deadline: 2014-10-17 Location: London Additional Information: http://www.jobs.qmul.ac.uk/5127 Contact: d.mulryne[AT]qmul.ac.uk The Astronomy Unit (AU) in the School of Physics and Astronomy at Queen Mary University of London has a vacancy for a Postdoctoral Research Assistant to work in any area of Theoretical Cosmology with members of the Astronomy Unit engaged in research in Cosmology. This includes Drs. Karim Malik, Timothy Clifton and David Mulryne, and Profs. Jim Lidsey and Reza Tavakol. Applicants should have, or be about to gain, a PhD in Astronomy/Astrophysics or related field with experience in theoretical cosmology. The post is full time and fixed term, for six months and starting on or before 1 April 2015. The starting salary will be 31,735 (sterling) per annum inclusive of London Allowance. Benefits include 30 days paid annual leave, defined benefit pension scheme and interest-free season ticket loan. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme. Informal enquiries should be addressed to Dr David Mulryne by email to D.Mulryne[AT]qmul.ac.uk. Further details about the AU can be found at astro.qmul.ac.uk . Completed online application forms, cover letter, CV (which should include a list of publications), a statement of research interests should be submitted online. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide 3 academic references. The closing date for applications is 17th October 2014. Interviews are expected to be held soon after. QMUL values diversity and is committed to equality. The University holds an Athena SWAN bronze award and the School of Physics and Astronomy holds IoP JUNO Practitioner status and is actively working towards the JUNO Champion Award. As part of the School's participation in the JUNO programme we strongly encourage applications from women. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.4. Postdoc in Mathematical Relativity at Memorial University ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9736 Deadline: 2014-11-28 Location: St. John's, NL, Canada Additional Information: http://www.math.mun.ca/~ibooth/ Contact: ibooth[AT]mun.ca The Gravity Group at Memorial University invites applications for a two-year postdoctoral position in mathematical relativity to start in Summer or Fall 2015. The gravity group is made up of two professors (Ivan Booth and Hari Kunduri) along with several graduate students. Our department also includes other (non-relativist) mathematical physicists and topologists with whom we have close ties. Applicants should send a CV and Statement of Research Interests and arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent to ibooth[AT]mun.ca Review of the applications will begin on November 28, 2014. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.5. Assistant Professor of Theoretical Cosmology (Tenure Track), Tufts University ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9759 Deadline: 2014-12-01 Location: Medford, MA Additional Information: http://apply.interfolio.com/26416 Contact: shannon.landis[AT]tufts.edu The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Tufts University invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor position in theoretical cosmology, starting September 1, 2015. We seek candidates with a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in physics and relevant postdoctoral experience who have an outstanding record of research at the interface of cosmology and fundamental physics, including particle physics and general relativity. Preference will be given to applicants who would enhance our existing research program in cosmology. Current areas of research in the program include topological defects, inflationary cosmology, and quantum effects in gravitational fields. The new hire will be expected to teach at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, to develop a vigorous independent program of research including the guidance of Ph.D. students, and to secure research funding. Qualifications: Ph.D. or equivalent and relevant postdoctoral experience, outstanding record of innovative research at the interface of fundamental physics and cosmology. Application Instructions: Candidates can apply at: apply.interfolio.com/26416. Applications should include a CV, a statement of research interests, a description of teaching experience, and three confidential references. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, all materials should be submitted by December 1, 2014. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.6. PhD positions in gravity/cosmology/astrophysics at Fudan ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/09/26/phd-positions-in-gravitycosmo… Deadline: 2014-12-01 Location: Shanghai, China Additional Information: http://www.physics.fudan.edu.cn/tps/people/bambi/Site/Join_Us.html Contact: bambi[AT]fudan.edu.cn The gravity/cosmology/astrophysics group at Fudan University (Shanghai, China) has a few PhD positions for the next academic year (starting in September 2015) for non-Chinese students. The successful candidates must have a Master degree in Physics or in a related area before September 2015. Courses and research are conducted in English. The PhD program normally lasts for 3 years, but it can be extended to 4-5 years. Applications from candidates with interest/experience in any research area of gravity, cosmology, high energy astrophysics, and quantum field theory will be considered. The group currently consists of 3 faculty (Cosimo Bambi, Antonino Marciano, Leonardo Modesto), 8 postdocs (Claudia Antonini, Pietro Dona', Stefano Giaccari, Priti Mishra, Leslaw Rachwal, Diego Rubiera-Garcia, Naoki Tsukamoto, Mingyi Zhang), and several graduate and undergraduate students. Interested candidates should send their CV (including, among other things, date of birth and nationality) and a short statement of research interests and/or experience to: Prof. Cosimo Bambi E-mail: bambi[AT]fudan.edu.cn Please arrange also at least 2 recommendation letters to be sent separately to the same email address. Applications received by December 1 will receive full consideration. Enquires can be sent to Cosimo Bambi (bambi[AT]fudan.edu.cn), Antonino Marciano (marciano[AT]fudan.edu.cn), or Leonardo Modesto (lmodesto[AT]fudan.edu.cn). Some of the possible research projects can be found here: http://www.physics.fudan.edu.cn/tps/people/bambi/Site/Join_Us.html Further details: ?Shanghai is the most international city in China. It has been recently developing as a forefront for scientific research in Asia, and will continue in the next years. Fudan University is one of the most selective and prestigious universities in China. The group joins the effort of founding a new theoretical physics center at Fudan, led by Prof. Yong-Shi Wu, who holds a joint position as Distinguished Professor at the University of Utah in the United States and as a Special Appointed Professor of Physics at Fudan. Housing: the successful candidates can live in the international student dormitory inside the campus. The rental rate is covered by the student scholarship. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.7. Postdoctoral position in Relativistic Astrophysics, Frankfurt, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/09/27/postdoctoral-position-in-rela… Deadline: 2014-11-30 Location: Frankfurt, Germany Additional Information: http://astro.uni-frankfurt.de/relastro/jobs/ Contact: rezzolla[AT]th.physik.uni-frankfurt.de The group of Relativistic Theoretical Astrophysics invites applications for one postdoctoral position to carry our research in Relativistic and Computational Astrophysics, at Frankfurt am Main, Germany. The candidates should have a PhD in astrophysics, physics or applied mathematics and research experience with simulations in numerical relativity, relativistic hydrodynamics and MHD. Scientific-computing skills are important, as well as a solid theoretical background in relativistic hydrodynamics and MHD. Candidates with knowledge and experience in modelling the dynamics of binary systems of neutron stars are particularly encouraged to apply. The successful applicant will be part of an international research group recently set-up at the Institute for Theoretical Physics at Frankfurt am Main. Interests of the group span from the modelling of the physics of neutron stars and black holes, to fundamental issues in gravitational physics (http://astro.uni-frankfurt.de/relastro/). Frankfurt am Main is a lively and international city, and Europe's financial center. The application should comprise a CV, a publication list, and a research summary and proposal. Applicants should also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to the address below. Applications will be have to be sent by 30.11.2014 for full consideration. The position is expected to start on 01.09.2015, but earlier or later appointments can be negotiated. Applications should be made electronically and sent to: Fr. Astrid Steidl: steidl[AT]th.physik.uni-frankfurt.de For further information please email Luciano Rezzolla (rezzolla[AT]th.physik.uni-frankfurt.de) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.8. Postdoctoral position in theoretical gravitational physics, Bologna, Italy ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/09/29/postdoctoral-position-in-theo… Deadline: 2014-11-15 Location: Bologna, Italy Additional Information: http://www.ac.infn.it/personale/theo_fellowships/ Contact: casadio[AT]bo.infn.it The INFN-FieLdsAndGravity (FLAG) group invites applications for one postdoctoral fellowship in Theoretical Physics to carry our research in Quantum Fields of Gravity, Cosmology and Black holes in Bologna, Italy. FLAG is an Italian research network (Iniziativa Specifica) sponsored by INFN and devoted to studying theoretical gravitational physics, with units in the Physics and Astronomy Department of Bologna University, University of Insubria in Como, TIFPA and University of Trento, SISSA and University of Trieste. Eligible candidates may be non-Italian citizens or Italian citizens who hold a position in a foreign institution and have been continuously abroad for at least three years. The candidates should have a PhD in physics and research experience in relativity and quantum field theory, cosmology and black hole physics. The fellowship is provided by INFN and all details can be found in the official announcement (www.ac.infn.it/personale/borsedistudio/pdf/getfile.php?filename=16726.pdf). The application must be uploaded on the INFN web site at www.ac.infn.it/personale/theo_fellowships/ and should comprise a CV, a publication list, and the names and e-mail addresses of three referees. Candidates must also specify they are applying for the position with the Bologna group (www-th.bo.infn.it/activities/bo11/bo11/). Applications will have to be sent by 15.11.2014, no exception allowed, and the position shall start no later than 01.11.2015. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.9. Faculty Position in High Energy Theory at the University of Kansas ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9780 Deadline: 2014-10-31 Location: Lawrence, Kansas, USA Additional Information: https://employment.ku.edu/academic/1702BR Contact: kuheptheoryprof[AT]ku.edu The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Kansas seeks applicants for a position in the field of theoretical high energy physics. Both tenure-track Assistant Professor and tenured Associate Professor levels will be considered. Qualifying candidates must have a Ph.D. in Physics or a closely related field and relevant postdoctoral experience. A strong record of research and commitment to excellence in teaching are required. A substantial start-up package is included. Candidates with research interests compatible with the existing high energy theory program are particularly encouraged to apply. The University of Kansas is especially interested in hiring faculty members who can contribute to four key campus-wide strategic initiatives: (1) Sustaining the Planet, Powering the World; (2) Promoting Well-Being, Finding Cures; (3) Building Communities, Expanding Opportunities; and (4) Harnessing Information, Multiplying Knowledge. For more information, see http://www.provost.ku.edu/strategic-plan/initiatives. For a complete announcement and to apply online, go to https://employment.ku.edu/academic/1702BR or https://employment.ku.edu/academic-jobs and search by key word [THEORY]. A complete online application includes the following materials: cover letter, curriculum vitae, a research statement, a teaching statement, and the names, e-mail addresses, and contact information for three references. Applicants should arrange for electronic letters of reference to be sent to Professor H. Feldman, Chair, Department of Physics and Astronomy, University of Kansas, kuheptheoryprof[AT]ku.edu. Initial review of applications will begin October 31, 2014 and will continue as long as needed to identify a qualified pool. The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, retaliation, gender identity, gender expression and genetic information in the Universitys programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies and is the Universitys Title IX Coordinator: the Executive Director of the Office of Institutional Opportunity and Access, IOA[AT]ku.edu, 1246 W. Campus Road, Room 153A, Lawrence, KS, 66045, (785) 864-6414, 711 TTY. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.10. Lagrange Postdoc Fellowships - Institut Lagrange de Paris ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9786 Deadline: 2014-11-16 Location: Paris, France Additional Information: http://ilp.upmc.fr Contact: contact[AT]ilp.upmc.fr The Lagrange Institute (Institut Lagrange de Paris, ILP) invites applications from scientists with recent PhDs for several Fellowships beginning in 2015. The Lagrange Fellows will receive a salary according to experience, and generous travel, research, and visitor funds, for 2+1 years. The ILP unites research groups from the Institut d'Astrophysique de Paris, the Laboratoire de Physique Nucleaire et Hautes Energies, and the Laboratoire de Physique Theorique et Hautes Energies with internationally recognized research programs in theoretical and observational cosmology, (astro-)particle physics, and theoretical and experimental high energy physics. The Institutes mission is to advance foundational questions on the origin, constituents, dynamics and fate of the Universe through the interplay of theory, computation, and data. The Lagrange Institute maintains a lively visitors program and hosts regular workshops and conferences throughout the year. Successful candidates will have demonstrated outstanding research creativity and have the potential to develop and lead projects in collaboration with the member teams of the ILP. The Lagrange fellows are immersed in an internationally visible research environment with rich intellectual and computational resources, and opportunities for involvement in the leading astronomical observations and (astro-)particle physics experiments of the decade. Research strengths include (but are not limited to) theoretical and observational cosmology, the cosmic beginning, dark matter and dark energy research, theoretical and experimental (astro-)particle physics, quantum field theory and quantum gravity. Detailed information about the Lagrange Institute, its members, its mission, and instructions on how to apply for a Lagrange Postdoc Fellowship can be found on the ILP website. All application materials including reference letters have to be received by the 16th of November, 2014 to guarantee full consideration. Included Benefits: The positions include comprehensive benefits packages such as transportation and lunch subsidies, medical insurance, maternity leave and retirement benefits. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.11. PhD position in general relativity at the University of Jena ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9791 Deadline: 2015-02-28 Location: Jena, Germany Additional Information: https://www.uni-jena.de/Universit%C3%A4t/Stellenmarkt/Wissenschaftliche+Mit… Contact: meinel[AT]tpi.uni-jena.de A PhD position in general relativity at the relativistic astrophysics group of the University of Jena (www.tpi.uni-jena.de/tiki-index.php?page=Relativistic%20Astrophysics) will be available from 1 April 2015. The research will focus on the rigorous solution of boundary and/or initial value problems of the Einstein and Einstein-Maxwell equations. Details of the job announcement can be found at www.uni-jena.de/Stellenmarkt.html (146/2014). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. Hyperspace has moved to Frankfurt ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/09/25/hyperspace-has-moved-to-frank… Additional Information: The transfer over to Frankfurt has been completed and we have managed to avoid a downtime of the service. Two important changes have taken place. First, all members of the *mailing list* have been moved to a new list hosted at Frankfurt; all users have received information about the new passwords and will be unsubscribed from the old one in the near future. Second, for security reasons all members of the *web service* will need to update their passwords; this is easily done at http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/wp-login.php?action=lostpassword Again, sorry for any inconvenience this may have produced. Luciano Rezzolla ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.2. New books: Two Volumes from the Prague conference "Relativity and Gravitation---100 years after Einstein in Prague" ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/09/25/new-books-two-volumes-from-th… Additional Information: http://books.google.co.uk/books?id=Ax0qBAAAQBAJ&pg=PR5&lpg=PR5&… Relativity and Gravitation100 years after Einstein in Prague, was the name of the conference held in Prague on June 25-29, 2012, inspired by the title, date, and significance of the last of Einsteins Prague papers. The aim of the conference was to review the present status of the general theory of relativity (both classical and quantum) and its applications in cosmology and astrophysics from a broad perspective. The second aim was to present the newest results in each of these fields. The first volume "General Relativity, Cosmology and Astrophysics--Perspectives 100 years after Einstein's stay in Prague" (J. Bicak and T. Ledvinka eds.) is included in the Springer series Fundamental Theories of Physics, No. 177. The articles included in this Volume represent a broad and highly qualified view on the present state of general relativity, quantum gravity, and their cosmological and astrophysical implications. As such, it may serve as a valuable source of knowledge and inspiration for experts in these fields, as well as an advanced source of information for young researchers. The contents are divided into four broad parts: (i) Gravity and Prague, (ii) Classical General Relativity, (iii) Cosmology and Quantum Gravity, and (iv) Numerical Relativity and Relativistic Astrophysics. Approaching soon the centenary of Einstein's famous theory, this volume offers a precious overview of the path done by the scientific community in this field in the last century, defining the challenges of the next 100 years. The second volume "Relativity and Gravitation--100 Years After Einstein in Prague", (J. Bicak and T. Ledvinka eds.) is included in the Springer Proceedings in Physics, No. 157. This volume includes abstracts of the plenary talks (contained in the first volume) and 82 full texts of contributed talks and articles based on the posters presented at the conference. These describe primarily original results of the authors from 31 countries. The contents are divided into three broad parts: (i) Classical General Relativity, (ii) Cosmology and Relativistic Astrophysics, and (iii) Quantum Fields and Quantum Gravity. The tables of contents, some sample pages and further information can be obtained from the following links: http://books.google.co.uk/books?id=Ax0qBAAAQBAJ&pg=PR5&lpg=PR5&… http://www.springer.com/physics/theoretical,+mathematical+%26+computational… ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.3. New book: "An Introduction to Riemannian Geometry: With Applications to Mechanics and Relativity", by L. Godinho and J. Natario ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9794 Additional Information: http://www.amazon.com/Introduction-Riemannian-Geometry-Applications-Univers… An Introduction to Riemannian Geometry: With Applications to Mechanics and Relativity (Universitext), by Leonor Godinho, Jose Natario Unlike many other texts on differential geometry, this textbook also offers interesting applications to geometric mechanics and general relativity. The first part is a concise and self-contained introduction to the basics of manifolds, differential forms, metrics and curvature. The second part studies applications to mechanics and relativity including the proofs of the Hawking and Penrose singularity theorems. It can be independently used for one-semester courses in either of these subjects. The main ideas are illustrated and further developed by numerous examples and over 300 exercises. Detailed solutions are provided for many of these exercises, making An Introduction to Riemannian Geometry ideal for self-study. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.4. Major new reference work: Springer Handbook of Spacetime ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=9797 Additional Information: http://www.springer.com/physics/theoretical%2C+mathematical+%26+computation… Edited by Abhay Ashtekar and Vesselin Petkov, the long-awaited Springer Handbook of Spacetime is now available, also as an eBook. It is dedicated to the ground-breaking paradigm shifts embodied in the two relativity theories, and describes in detail the profound reshaping of physical sciences they ushered in. In a single volume it includes chapters on foundations, on the underlying mathematics, on physical and astrophysical implications, experimental evidence and cosmological predictions, as well as discussing efforts to unify general relativity and quantum physics. The Handbook can be used as a desk reference by researchers in a wide variety of fields, not only by specialists in relativity but also by researchers in related areas that either grew out of, or are deeply influenced by, the two relativity theories: cosmology, astronomy and astrophysics, high energy physics, quantum field theory, mathematics, and philosophy of science. It should also serve as a valuable resource for graduate students and young researchers entering these areas, and for instructors who teach courses on these subjects. The Handbook is divided into six parts: Part A: Introduction to Spacetime Structure. Part B: Foundational Issues. Part C: Spacetime Structure and Mathematics. Part D: Confronting Relativity theories with observations. Part E: General relativity and the universe. Part F: Spacetime beyond Einstein. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.5. Read the NEW CQG Highlights of 2013-14 ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2014/10/01/read-the-new-cqg-highlights-o… Additional Information: http://j.mp/vrrUyh Dear Colleagues, It is my pleasure to present the Classical and Quantum Gravity (CQG) Highlights of 2013-14: http://j.mp/vrrUyh The Highlights articles are chosen by the Editorial Board as a selection of some of the best work published in the journal, based on criteria of interest, significance and novelty. The articles span the whole of CQGs subject scope and include focus issue articles and topical reviews in addition to regular papers. All of the Highlights articles are free to download until the end of 2015. As part of the promotion of the Highlights we produce an annual Highlights brochure which contains further information about journal activity including forthcoming special issues and prize sponsorships. The brochure will be available at several gravitational physics conferences in 2015 so be sure to pick up a copy. I hope you enjoy browsing this collection of articles and I invite you to submit your next article to CQG: http://j.mp/1f1k9Ks Kind regards, Ben Sheard Publishing Editor, Classical and Quantum Gravity P.S. Follow CQGs companion website, CQG+, for insights into the latest high quality content in the journal: http://j.mp/1m1pyGZ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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[Hyperspace-list] move of the hyperspace mailing list to a server in Frankfurt
by Luciano Rezzolla 25 Sep '14

25 Sep '14

Dear all, as a result of the move of hyperspace to the University of Frankfurt (see http://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/), you have received an email notifying that you have been subscribed to a new mailing list. The mailing list, despite the text in the email, is actually operating in Frankfurt. The message wa genuine and not spam. Please save this email for future access to the list; in the coming days you will also receive an email from the server at the AEI unsubscribing you from the old list. As always, on October 2nd you will receive the monthly bulletin from hyperspace. Sorry for any inconvenience that the move may have created. Luciano

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[Hyperspace-list] Hyperspace Bulletin for September 2014
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02 Sep '14

########################################## Table of Contents ########################################### 1. Conferences 1.1. Dark Side of the Universe 2014 (DSU2014), 2nd announcement 1.2. Jerusalem winter school - 100 Years to General Relativity 1.3. The Fourteenth Marcel Grossman Meeting Rome, Italy, July 12-18, 2015 1.4. Mini-Workshop on Relativistic Positioning Systems, Noordwijk, Netherlands 1.5. Towards gravitational wave astronomy: data analysis techniques and challenges, London 2. Jobs 2.1. Research Fellow in Fundamental Physics in Advanced Concepts Team, ESA 2.2. ESA Research Fellowships in Space Science 2.3. Burke Fellows in Theoretical Physics and Astrophysics at Caltech 3. News 3.1. Ecole Internationale d'Astrophysique Daniel Chalonge, summer highlights, online presentations and pictures 3.2. LIGO Laboratory and the LIGO Scientific Collaboration release 2 years of data from their Fifth Science Run 3.3. Living Reviews in Relativity: Massive Gravity / "Time-Delay Interferometry" 3.4. Hyperspace moves to Frankfurt ============================================== 1. Conferences ============================================== 1.1. Dark Side of the Universe 2014 (DSU2014), 2nd announcement --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9578 Starting: 2014-11-17 to 2014-11-21 Location: Cape Town, South Africa Additional Information: www.acgc.uct.ac.za/dsu2014 Contact: peter.dunsby[AT]uct.ac.za Dear Colleague, Here is the second announcement for the Dark Side of the Universe 2014 X International Workshop Surveying the Dark Side of the Universe - Theory and Observations 17-21 November 2014 (Cape Town, South Africa) http://www.acgc.uct.ac.za/dsu2014/ Follow us on Twitter @dsu2014 Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/dsu2014 The meeting is in the series of the DSU workshops previously held in Seoul (2005), Madrid (2006), Minnesota (2007), Cairo (2008), Melbourne (2009), Leon (2010), Beijing (2011), Buzios, Rio de Janeiro (2012) and Trieste (2013). For more information, see http://dark.ft.uam.es/dsu/ Topics of the workshop: Surveying the Dark Universe Dark Energy - beyond the Concordance Model Simulations of galaxies, clusters and the Universe Dark Matter candidates Modified Gravity Speakers include (this will be updated on the website). G. Bertone (University of Amsterdam), C. Bonvin (Cambridge University), C. de Rham (Case Western Reserve University), R. Dave (University of the Western Cape), R. Durrer (University of Geneva), G. Ellis (University of Cape Town), J. Kneib (EPFL), O. Lahav (University College London), S. Matarrese (Padova University) - TBC, T. Medupe (University of the North West), K. Moodley (University of KwaZulu Natal), P. Patel (University of the Western Cape), S. Razzaque (University of Johannesburg), G. Starkmann (Case Western Reserve University), J-P. Uzan (IHP, IAP), C. Wetterich (University of Heidelberg). International Committee Pyungwon Ko (KIAS, South Korea), Carlos Muñoz (UAM/IFT, Spain), Keith Olive (Minnesota University, USA), Shaaban Khalil (BUE, Egypt), Csaba Balazs (Monash University, Australia), David Delepine (Guanajuato University, Mexico), Yu-Feng Zhou (KITPC/ITP-CAS, China), Qaisar Shafi (Delaware University, USA), Christiane Frigerio Martins (São Paulo University, Brasil), Paolo Salucci (SISSA, Italy). Local Committee Vinicius Busti (UCT), Vincent Bouillot (UCT), Chris Clarkson (UCT), Sergio Colafrancesco (WITS), Peter Dunsby - Chair (UCT), Marc Lilley (UCT), Roy Maartens (UWC), Diego Saez Gomez (UCT), Amanda Weltman (UCT). Immediately after DSU2014, there will be a meeting hosted by the South African Gravity Society (SAGS) to celebrate the 75th birthday of George Ellis (24 November). Please contact Roy Maartens (roy.maartens[AT]gmail.com) if you are interested in attending this event. You can also register for SAGS at http://math.ukzn.ac.za/~sags2014 Important Dates: Deadline for talk submissions: 1st October 2014 Workshop: 17th-21st November 2014 George Ellis at 75 and the South African Gravity Society Meeting: 24-25 November 2014 Please feel free to forward this invitation to anyone you think might be interested on DSU 2014. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.2. Jerusalem winter school - 100 Years to General Relativity --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9586 Starting: 2014-12-28 to 2015-01-07 Location: Jerusalem Additional Information: http://www.as.huji.ac.il/schools/phys32 Contact: barak_kol[AT]phys.huji.ac.il The 32nd Winter School in Theoretical Physics is titled "100 Years to General Relativity: From Theory to Experiment and Back." Speakers include: Arkani-Hamed, Bekenstein*, Damour, Gibbons, Gross, Maldacena, Mukhanov, Nicolai, Peebles, Polchinski, Thorne and Van Raamsdonk*. * to be confirmed +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.3. The Fourteenth Marcel Grossman Meeting Rome, Italy, July 12-18, 2015 --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9605 Starting: 2014-07-12 to 2014-07-18 Location: Jerusalem Additional Information: http://www.icra.it/MG/mg14/ Contact: barak_kol[AT]phys.huji.ac.il The Fourteenth Marcel Grossmann Meeting will be held in Rome, Italy, at the University of Rome La Sapienza, July 12-18, 2015.Since 1975, the Marcel Grossman Meetings have been organized in order to provide opportunities for discussing recent advances in gravitation, general relativity and relativistic field theories, emphasizing mathematical foundations, physical predictions and experimental tests. The objective of these meetings is to elicit exchange among scientists that may deepen our understanding of space-time structures as well as to review the status of ongoing experiments aimed at testing Einsteins theory of gravitation either from the ground or from space. Previous meetings have been held in Trieste (1975) and (1979), Shanghai (1982), Rome (1985), Perth (1988), Kyoto (1991), Stanford (1994), Jerusalem (1997), Rome (2000), Rio (2003), Berlin (2006), Paris (2009) and Stockholm (2012). Interested scientists should address a member from any one of the organizing commi ttees or the conference secretariat. This edition of the Marcel Grossmann Meeting marks the 100th anniversary of the Einstein equations and celebrates the International Year of Light 2015 organized by UNESCO and with the Golden Jubilee of Relativistic Astrophysics, all of which will be celebrated by MG14 and other satellite meetings (soon announced). The meeting poster is ready and can be downloaded at: http://www.icra.it/mg/mg14/MG14_poster.pdf The planning of the scientific program is in progress, with the renewal of selected past parallel sessions and the introduction of new ones. Website: http://www.icra.it/MG/mg14/ email: mg14(a)icra.it +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.4. Mini-Workshop on Relativistic Positioning Systems, Noordwijk, Netherlands --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9613 Starting: 2014-09-25 to 2014-09-25 Location: ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands Additional Information: http://www.esa.int/gsp/ACT/events/workshops/ws_2014_Sept_25.html Contact: anna.heffernan[AT]esa.int The Advanced Concepts Team of the European Space Agency is organising a mini-workshop on relativistic positioning systems at ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands. The workshop will showcase the recent results of the ESA PECS project as well as those of the RPS research community and their applications to space. There is no registration fee and participants are invited to give presentations on their current research. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.5. Towards gravitational wave astronomy: data analysis techniques and challenges, London --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9618 Starting: 2014-12-12 to 2014-12-12 Location: Royal Astronomical Society, London, UK Additional Information: http://tinyurl.com/RAS-Towards-GW-Astronomy Contact: matthew.pitkin[AT]glasgow.ac.uk The next few years promise to be exciting ones for the field of gravitational wave astronomy: ground-based gravitational wave detectors will begin taking data at unprecedented sensitivities; pulsar timing arrays are continuing to improve their timing accuracy; and several experiments are studying the cosmic microwave background polarisation in great detail. Together, these methods are probing a huge range of the gravitational wave spectrum, and detections will offer a wealth of new information on compact binaries, supermassive black holes, and general relativity in extreme environments from the early universe to black hole mergers. Exploiting the datasets provided by these cutting edge observations has spurred the development of novel data analysis methods to understand gravitational wave sources. This Royal Astronomical Society discussion meeting will bring together researchers from these diverse areas to encourage the sharing of techniques and foster further collaboration within the data analysis community. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. Research Fellow in Fundamental Physics in Advanced Concepts Team, ESA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9593 Deadline: 2014-09-09 Location: Noordwijk, Netherlands Additional Information: http://www.esa.int/gsp/ACT/opportunities/open_rf.html Contact: act[AT]esa.int Internal Research Fellow (Post-doc) in Fundamental Physics ESA - European Space Agency Noordwijk, Netherlands The European Space Agency's Advanced Concepts Team is looking for a highly motivated young researcher in the field of Fundamental Physics. TEAM The Advanced Concepts Team (ACT) is a group of research fellows (post-docs) and young graduates who originate from a broad variety of academic fields and aim at an academic career. Its task is to monitor, perform and foster research on advanced space systems, innovative concepts and working methods. It interacts externally almost exclusively with academia and operates as a truly interdisciplinary team bound to high scientific standards. Via its research, the team acts as a cross-departmental pathfinder to explore novel, potentially promising areas for ESA and the space sector, ranging from applied to basic fundamental research topics. An important task of the team is to communicate scientific trends and results, as input to the strategic planning of the Agency. RESEARCH FIELD The team has been active in the field of fundamental physics since 2004 with the overall objective to assess the impact of new ideas in physics on the space sector. The scope of its research spans from relativity (testing Einstein gravity,? relativistic positioning systems, black hole physics,?non negligible relativistic effects, metamaterial design (optical, acoustic), quantum theories (entanglement and other quantum paradoxes, vacuum energy, Casimir effect) to advanced propulsion concepts. Candidates are highly encouraged to get familiar with the research done in this field by the team as well as on the overall research of the ACT and the main activities lines of ESA. DUTIES AND TASKS The successful candidate will carry out research in the field of fundamental physics. Areas of research are partly chosen by the successful candidate based on his/her own expert judgements and insight into trends and developments, partly chosen by the team as to follow strategic directions of the Agency. Scientifically she/he will in particular: Propose and perform research in the field of physics, where appropriate together with universities of ESA Member States (in particular through the Ariadna programme); Assess and investigate concepts and effects, either current or foreseen, derived from novel theoretical or experimental discoveries in physics for their potential application and use in space systems; Follow and monitor the progress of research in areas of physics of interest to the team in order to derive and report strategic trends; Critically assess ideas and concepts for space systems relying on methods or phenomena of the area of fundamental physics that are brought to the attention of the ACT. As ACT researcher, she/he will: Publish results in peer-reviewed publications and use modern communication tools to communicate with broader audience inside and outside ESA; Lead and assist interdisciplinary projects with other ACT Research Fellows and Young Graduate Trainees; Participate together with the team in the assessment of proposed space system concepts - these not being restricted only to advanced energy systems - and propose new concepts and assessment studies; and Perform and participate in assessments on subjects of strategic interest of ESA, provide in-house expertise to strategy development and ESAs General Studies Programme. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Required academic qualifications: a degree in physics, mathematics or equivalent; PhD (completed before take up of duty) in Physics, subject of the thesis being relevant to the description of the tasks outlined above and aim at an academic/research career. Additional Requirements: interest in space science and technology; ability for and interest in prospective interdisciplinary research; aptitude to contextualise specialised areas of research and quickly assess their potential with respect to other domains and applications; academic networking to add functioning links to universities and research institutes; ability to work in a team, while being able to work individually and autonomously regarding his/her own personal research plans and directions; natural curiosity and a passion for new subjects and research areas; good methodological and organisation skills. knowledge of English and/or French, the working languages of the Agency. A good proficiency in English is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. More information: http://www.esa.int/gsp/ACT/opportunities/open_rf.html +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. ESA Research Fellowships in Space Science ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9597 Deadline: 2014-10-01 Location: Noordwijk, NL and Madrid, Spain Additional Information: http://cosmos.esa.int/fellowship Contact: fellowship[AT]cosmos.esa.int ESA Postdoctoral Fellowships in Space Science The European Space Agency awards several postdoctoral fellowships each year. The aim of these fellowships is to provide young scientists, holding a PhD or the equivalent degree, with the means of performing space science research in fields related to the ESA Science and Robotic Exploration Programmes. Areas of research include planetary science, astronomy and astrophysics, solar and solar-terrestrial science, plasma physics and fundamental physics. The fellowships have a duration of two years and are tenable at the European Space Research and Technology Centre (ESTEC) in Noordwijk, Netherlands, or at the European Space Astronomy Centre (ESAC) in Villafranca del Castillo, near Madrid, Spain. Applications are now solicited for fellowships in space science to begin in the fall of 2015. Preference will be given to applications submitted by candidates within five years of receiving their PhD. Candidates not holding a PhD yet are encouraged to apply, but they must provide evidence of receiving their degree before starting the fellowship. ESA fellows are enrolled in ESA's Social Security Scheme, which covers medical expenses, invalidity and death benefits. A monthly deduction covers these short-term and long-term risks. The deadline for applications is 1 October 2014. More information on the ESA Research Fellowship programme in Space Science, on the conditions and eligibility, as well as the application form can be found on the world-wide web at this address: http://cosmos.esa.int/fellowship Questions on the scientific aspects of the ESA Fellowship in Space Science not answered in the above pages can be sent by e-mail to the fellowship coordinators, Dr. Oliver Jennrich or Dr. Matteo Guianazzi, at the address fellowship[AT]cosmos.esa.int +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.3. Burke Fellows in Theoretical Physics and Astrophysics at Caltech ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/08/19/burke-fellows-in-theoretical-physic… Deadline: 2014-11-15 Location: Pasadena, CA, USA Additional Information: http://burkeinstitute.caltech.edu/Apply/BurkeFellowship Contact: cott[AT]tapir.caltech.edu The Walter Burke Institute for Theoretical Physics at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) solicits applications for its inaugural Burke Fellowship program. The Burke Fellowship offers an opportunity for outstanding recent and new Ph.D. recipients to perform research at Caltech for three years. They are selected by a faculty committee representing all areas of theoretical physics and astrophysics at Caltech and are provided with: * Independence in research direction within theoretical physics and astrophysics (including but not limited to theoretical astrophysics/cosmology, condensed matter theory, general relativity, particle/string theory, physical mathematics, and quantum information), * faculty mentorship and activities organized by the Burke Institute to promote scientific exchanges and professional growth, and * a competitive annual stipend/salary and an annual research fund. The Burke Fellowship program significantly expands and strengthens the existing Prize Fellowship program at Caltech. The Prize Fellowship program has been successful with over 95 percent of the more than 120 former fellows holding distinguished academic positions. We encourage all candidates to apply by November 15, 2014. Applicants should submit curriculum vitae (with email address and citizenship), a statement of research interests, and a list of publications at http://burkeinstitute.caltech.edu/Apply/BurkeFellowship. Applicants should also ensure that at least three letters of reference are submitted on their behalf to the website. Burke Fellowship applicants will automatically be considered for other available postdoctoral positions. Caltech is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, Veterans and Disabled Persons are encouraged to apply. Email inquiries regarding the application process may be sent to nell_at_caltech.edu. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. Ecole Internationale d'Astrophysique Daniel Chalonge, summer highlights, online presentations and pictures ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/08/04/ecole-internationale-dastrophysique… Additional Information: http://chalonge.obspm.fr Ecole Internationale d'Astrophysique Daniel Chalonge HIGHLIGHTS of the COLLOQUIUM OF THE 18TH PARIS COSMOLOGY COLLOQUIUM CHALONGE 2014: CMB Observations and its implications for Cosmology: A Status Report . Polarisation of the Cosmic Microwave Background: Toward an Observational Proof of Cosmic Inflation. Beyond the Power Spectrum: Cosmology with Spectral Distortions and the PIXIE mission. Fermionic Warm Dark Matter and the Thomas-Fermi galaxy structure theory. Cosmological and astrophysical signatures of Warm Dark Matter. Galaxy Structure Observations and Cored Density Profiles. Changing Direction It is Time for Warm Dark Matter X-ray and Phase Space Density Constraints on the Properties of the Dark Matter Particle. The Fertile Phenomenology of Sterile Neutrinos. Gravitational lensing in Warm Dark Matter cosmology: the cross section for giant arcs. Cosmology with Gaia. The dusty universe unveiled by Herschel. High energy sources in the epoch of reionization of the Universe Synergies between CMB and SKA radio observations. Observational overview on galaxy formation and evolution. Neutrino masses, phases and m ixings: Theory vs. Experiments. A Status Report. Absolute scale of the active neutrino mass and the search of sterile neutrinos at the KATRIN experiment The tensor to scalar ratio and large scale power suppression from fast- roll initial conditions Warm Dark Matter Cosmology and Galaxy Theory in agreement with observations. New Results. Open Session. Panel Discussion on BICEP2. Cosmology Now and Tomorrow. The James Webb Space Telescope and the First Light . ON LINE PRESENTATIONS and POSTER presented by student Hareth Mahdi are available here: http://chalonge.obspm.fr/Programme_Paris2014.html Peter BIERMANN, Daniel BOYANOVSKY, Carlo BURIGANA, Christopher CONSELICE, Asantha COORAY, Hector DE VEGA, Gianluigi FOGLI, Gerard GILMORE, Alan KOGUT, Eiichiro KOMATSU, Anthony LASENBY, Hareh MAHDI, Felix MIRABEL, Paolo SALUCCI, Norma SANCHEZ, George SMOOT, Casey WATSON, Christian WEINHEIMER, Rogier WINDHORST ALBUM of PICTURES capturing moments of the stimulating atmosphere created by all lecturers and participants is available here: http://chalonge.obspm.fr/album2014/index.html ON LINE PROGRAMME 2014 and SCIENTIFIC BACKGROUND is available here: http://chalonge.obspm.fr/Programme2014.html http://chalonge.obspm.fr/colloque2014.html PRE VIEW 2014-2015: - 27-28 November 2014: Concluding Session and Chalonge Programme 2015 - The Chalonge WDM Meudon Workshop 2015 - The 19th Paris Cosmology Colloquium Chalonge 2015 and more events ------------------------------------------------------------ We look forward to welcome you in the next meetings of this series With Compliments and kind regards Norma G Sanchez , Hector J. de Vega and the Chalonge School Team http://chalonge.obspm.fr ------------------------------------------------------------ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.2. LIGO Laboratory and the LIGO Scientific Collaboration release 2 years of data from their Fifth Science Run ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9620 Additional Information: http://www.ligo.org/news/s5-data-release.php The LIGO Laboratory and the LIGO Scientific Collaboration (LSC) announces the public release of two years of data taken by the three LIGO gravitational-wave detectors the during its fifth science run, 2005-2007 (S5). The full announcement is at http://www.ligo.org/news/s5-data-release.php and the data is released at https://losc.ligo.org ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.3. Living Reviews in Relativity: Massive Gravity / "Time-Delay Interferometry" ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/08/25/living-reviews-in-relativity-massiv… Additional Information: http://www.livingreviews.org/lrr-2014-7 Living Reviews in Relativity recently published two new articles: a major update of the review on Time-Delay Interferometry by Massimo Tinto and Sanjeev V. Dhurandhar and a new article on Massive Gravity by Claudia de Rham. Please find the abstracts and further details below. ------------------ PUB.NO. lrr-2014-7 de Rham, Claudia "Massive Gravity" ACCEPTED: 2014-07-18 PUBLISHED: 2014-08-25 FULL ARTICLE AT: http://www.livingreviews.org/lrr-2014-7 ABSTRACT: We review recent progress in massive gravity. We start by showing how different theories of massive gravity emerge from a higher-dimensional theory of general relativity, leading to the Dvali-Gabadadze-Porrati model (DGP), cascading gravity and ghost-free massive gravity. We then explore their theoretical and phenomenological consistency, proving the absence of Boulware-Deser ghosts and reviewing the Vainshtein mechanism and the cosmological solutions in these models. Finally, we present alternative and related models of massive gravity such as new massive gravity, Lorentz-violating massive gravity and non-local massive gravity. ------------------ PUB.NO. lrr-2014-6 Tinto, Massimo and Dhurandhar, Sanjeev V. "Time-Delay Interferometry" ACCEPTED: 2014-07-28 PUBLISHED: 2014-08-05 FULL ARTICLE AT: http://www.livingreviews.org/lrr-2014-6 ABSTRACT: Equal-arm detectors of gravitational radiation allow phase measurements many orders of magnitude below the intrinsic phase stability of the laser injecting light into their arms. This is because the noise in the laser light is common to both arms, experiencing exactly the same delay, and thus cancels when it is differenced at the photo detector. In this situation, much lower level secondary noises then set the overall performance. If, however, the two arms have different lengths (as will necessarily be the case with space-borne interferometers), the laser noise experiences different delays in the two arms and will hence not directly cancel at the detector. In order to solve this problem, a technique involving heterodyne interferometry with unequal arm lengths and independent phase-difference readouts has been proposed. It relies on properly time-shifting and linearly combining independent Doppler measurements, and for this reason it has been called time-delay interferometry ( TDI). This article provides an overview of the theory, mathematical foundations, and experimental aspects associated with the implementation of TDI. Although emphasis on the application of TDI to the Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (LISA) mission appears throughout this article, TDI can be incorporated into the design of any future space-based mission aiming to search for gravitational waves via interferometric measurements. We have purposely left out all theoretical aspects that data analysts will need to account for when analyzing the TDI data combinations. UPCOMING ARTICLES AT: http://relativity.livingreviews.org/Articles/upcoming.html ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.4. Hyperspace moves to Frankfurt ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/09/02/hyperspace-move-to-frankfurt/ Additional Information: Hyperspace will move to Frankfurt as a result of my move to the Goethe University. Users will not see any difference in behaviour or use, but the service may be suspended for one day or two as the move takes place (likely in one week time). Any pending post or subscription will be made public as soon as the new server is online. The next bulletin will be sent as usual (Oct. 2nd). I apologize in advance for any inconvenience. Luciano Rezzolla ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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02 Aug '14

########################################## Table of Contents ########################################### 1. Conferences 1.1. Testing Gravity 2015, Vancouver 1.2. Third Erlangen Fall School on Quantum Geometry 1.3. A Century of General Relativity, Berlin 1.4. 24th Workshop on General Relativity and Gravitation in Japan (JGRG24) 1.5. 100 Years of General Relativity, Penn State 2. Jobs 2.1. Postdoc at Univ of Zululand 2.2. Academic Opportunities in the School of Mathematical Sciences - Level B/C/D/E Monash University 2.3. PhD Fellowship in Relativity at Southampton 2.4. PhD Fellowships in Physics at the University of Trento 2.5. Riemann Fellowship at Leibniz Universitaet Hannover 2.6. Postdoctoral position in multimessenger astrophysics at the University of Pisa 3. News 3.1. Living Reviews in Relativity: "On the History of Unified Field Theories. Part II" ============================================== 1. Conferences ============================================== 1.1. Testing Gravity 2015, Vancouver --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9530 Starting: 2015-01-15 to 2015-01-17 Location: Vancouver, Canada Additional Information: http://www.sfu.ca/physics/cosmology/TestingGravity2015/ Contact: testing-gravity-2015[AT]sfu.ca We are organizing a 3 day workshop at SFU Harbour Centre in Vancouver, January 15-17, 2015, on various ways of testing gravity - cosmological, astrophysical and terrestrial. The workshop will bring together experimentalists, observers and theorists, with a mixture of invited and contributed talks, and plenty of time for discussions. Topics will include - Pulsars, black holes and other astrophysical tests - Gravitational wave detectors - Terrestrial tests, gravity on short distances - Cosmological probes - CMB, 21cm, redshift surveys, weak lensing - Modified gravity theories - Model-independent frameworks for testing gravity Because the meeting deals with the overlap between all these different research areas, we plan a 1-day school on Wednesday, January 14, as an option for people who would like to catch up to speed on areas outside their normal research focus. Testing Gravity is a topical theme, in part because of the growing interest in modified gravity theories motivated by the unexplained nature of dark matter and dark energy, and in part by improving technologies that open opportunities for new types of tests. We hope that you will consider coming to our workshop and will appreciate if you forward this announcement to your colleagues, including postdocs and graduate students. The registration for the workshop and the school is now open and available via the workshop website: http://www.sfu.ca/physics/cosmology/TestingGravity2015/ Travel advice and local information will appear soon. Sincerely, The Scientific Organizing Committee: Andrei Frolov, Makoto Fujiwara, Ruediger Picker, Levon Pogosian, Maxim Pospelov, Dimitrios Psaltis and Douglas Scott +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.2. Third Erlangen Fall School on Quantum Geometry --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/07/09/third-erlangen-fall-school-on-quant… Starting: 2014-09-15 to 2014-09-18 Location: Erlangen, Germany Additional Information: https://www.algeo.math.fau.de/people/kulzer-johanna/tft0/fall-school.html Contact: kulzer[AT]math.fau.de The Erlangen Fall Schools on Quantum Geometry are a series of interdisciplinary schools on mathematical physics topics surrounding geometry and quantisation. They address postdocs and PhD students from both subjects and aim to provide an overview as well as an in-depth understanding of current research topics at the interface of mathematics and physics. The Third Erlangen Fall School on Quantum Geometry involves three intensive lecture series on: Teichmüller Theory (Vladimir Fock, Université de Strasbourg, IRMA) Deformations of Operator Algebras and the Construction of Quantum Field Theories (Gandalf Lechner, Universität Leipzig) Geometric Quantization (Gijs Tuynman, Université Lille 1) Each lecture series consists of approximately 6 hours of lectures as well as problem and discussion sessions. They are aimed at a mixed audience of mathematicians and physicists and are accessible to PhD students and postdocs. Participants should register on the school's registration page https://www.algeo.math.fau.de/people/kulzer-johanna/tft0/registration.html by July 31 2014. There is a limited amount of funding to provide financial support to PhD students and young researchers. If you require funding to cover your travel and/or acomodation cost, please indicate so on the registration form. Conference secretary: Johanna Kulzer, Department Mathematik, FAU, Cauerstrasse 11, 91058 Erlangen, Germany, Tel: 0049 9131 85 67035, Fax: 0049 9131 85 67036, For more details see: https://www.algeo.math.fau.de/people/kulzer-johanna/tft0/fall-school.html +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.3. A Century of General Relativity, Berlin --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/07/18/a-century-of-general-relativity/ Starting: 2015-11-30 to 2015-12-05 Location: Berlin, Germany Additional Information: http://www.aei.mpg.de/1569589/A_Century_of_General_Relativity Contact: ute.schlichting[AT]aei.mpg.de The Max Planck Institutes for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute) and the History of Science, along with the International Society for General Relativity and Gravitation, jointly announce a meeting to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Einstein's full formulation of the theory of general relativity. The meeting will take place from Monday November 30 until Saturday December 5, 2015, and it will be held at the Harnack House in Berlin. The first part of the meeting will consist of reviews of current research frontiers in physics and astronomy that are impacted by general relativity. The second part will consist of an historical examination of the development of the theory and its integration into mainstream physics. Further details will be announced in the Autumn of 2014. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.4. 24th Workshop on General Relativity and Gravitation in Japan (JGRG24) --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9543 Starting: 2014-11-10 to 2014-11-14 Location: Kashiwa City, Japan Additional Information: http://indico.ipmu.jp/indico/conferenceDisplay.py?confId=36 Contact: jgrg24-loc[AT]ipmu.jp Dear Colleague, We are pleased to announce that the 24th workshop on General Relativity and Gravitation (JGRG24) will be held at Kavli IPMU, University of Tokyo. This is one of a series of JGRG workshops held in Japan every year since 1991, which has provided a place where people can exchange new ideas and pursue future trends in our research. The workshop will cover a wide area of research related to general relativity. The list of invited speakers: Francois Bouchet (IAP, Planck) Claudia de Rham (Case Western) Raffaele Flaminio (NAOJ, KAGRA) Steven Gubser (Princeton) Jonathan C McKinney (Maryland) Hitoshi Murayama (Berkeley/Kavli IPMU, SuMIRe) Andrzej Rostworowski (Jagiellonian) Leonardo Senatore (Stanford) Mark Vagins (Kavli IPMU, Super-Kamiokande) Shigeru Yoshida (Chiba, IceCube) The registration is open at the conference web site. The deadline is the 21st of Sep, 2014. If you would like to make either oral or poster presentation, please send us the title and the abstract by email to jgrg24-loc(at)ipmu.jp after registration. Unfortunately, we will be able to provide financial support to only a limited number of applicants. Priority may be given to Ph.D students and researchers who do not have their own research grant. For further information, please visit our web site at: URL: http://indico.ipmu.jp/indico/conferenceDisplay.py?confId=36 SOC: H. Asada, T. Chiba, T. Harada, K. Ioka, H. Ishihara, M. Kawasaki, H. Kodama, Y. Kojima, K. Maeda, S. Mukohyama, T. Nakamura, K. Nakao, Y. Nambu, K. Oohara, M. Sasaki, M. Shibata, T. Shiromizu, J. Soda, N. Sugiyama, T. Tanaka, M. Yamaguchi, J. Yokoyama LOC: T. Fujita, S. Mukohyama, R. Namba, R. Saitou Inquiries to: jgrg24-loc(at)ipmu.jp Shinji Mukohyama +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.5. 100 Years of General Relativity, Penn State --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/07/31/100-yeats-of-general-relativity/ Starting: 2015-06-07 to 2015-06-12 Location: University Park, PA, USA Additional Information: http://event.gravity.psu.edu/index.shtml Contact: rxh1[AT]psu.edu Second Announcement An international conference to celebrate 100 years of general relativity, entitled General Relativity and Gravitation: A Centennial Perspective will be held at the University Park campus of Penn State from Sunday, June 7 through Friday, June 12, 2015 under the auspices of the International Society on General Relativity and Gravitation (ISGRG) and the Topical Group on Gravitation (GGR) of the American Physical Society. ISGRG has commissioned a volume to celebrate the centennial, to be published by the Cambridge University Press. This volume will be released at the conference. Registration is now open at the conference website: http://event.gravity.psu.edu/index.shtml The regular registration fee is $150 with a student rate of $75 and the accompanying guest rate of $50. This fee includes all social events including the banquet. Early registration is strongly recommended since the total number of participants is limited because of the capacity of the main auditorium. Scientific Structure of the Conference The scientific program has a dual goal: To assess the current status of our field in broad terms, and discuss future directions. Therefore the plenary part of the conference will feature invited talks on various areas as well as perspective sessions in which 3-4 panelists will share their vision on a single theme. The invited talks will consist of broad overviews summarizing major developments over the past 2-3 decades. The perspective sessions will feature topics such as Future Technologies in Gravitational Wave Physics; Frontiers of Relativistic Astrophysics; The Next Decade in Cosmology; Future Directions in Computational Gravity; and, Gravity Meets the Quantum. Parallel sessions will be divided into four themes following the tradition of the GRn conferences of the ISGRG: i) Mathematical and Numerical GR; ii) Relativistic Astrophysics and Cosmology; iii) Experimental and Observational Gravity; and, iv) Quantum Aspects of Gravity. They will feature contributed talks, as well as a few invited talks providing introductions to broad sub-areas. Some sessions will be dedicated to the interface between these areas. There will also be a special Poster Session one afternoon featuring not only contributed presentations but also posters summarizing the invited talks at parallel sessions for the benefit of the participants who could not attend those specific sessions. General Information The conference will offer ample opportunities for informal discussions and social interactions. There will be a welcome reception in the evening on Sunday, June 7, a poster session (with refreshments) in the afternoon on Tuesday, June 9 and a conference banquet on Thursday, June 11. The conference will end late afternoon on Friday, June 12. The local airport at Penn State is University Park/State College (SCE), served by Delta, United, and US Airways with flights from Chicago, Detroit, Philadelphia and Washington DC. University Park/State College is also within easy driving distance (approximately 2-4 hours) from Baltimore, New York, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Washington DC. A block of rooms has been reserved at local hotels and again, early reservations are strongly recommended. Please see the conference web-page for further information. Local Organization Committee: Eugenio Bianchi (Co-Chair), Chad Hanna (Co-Chair), Abhay Ashtekar, Martin Bojowald, Randi Neshteruk, Ben Owen Scientific Organization Committee: Abhay Ashtekar (Chair), Beverly Berger, John Friedman, James Isenberg, Malcolm MaCCallum, Peter Saulson +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. Postdoc at Univ of Zululand ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9516 Deadline: 2014-08-15 Location: Kwa-Dlangezwa, South Africa Additional Information: http://www.unizulu.ac.za/call-for-applications-postdoctoral-research-fellow… Contact: BeeshamA[AT]unizulu.ac.za The University of Zululand invites applications for Postdoctoral Research Fellowships positions in any of its academic departments with suitable mentorship expertise. The Fellowships are valued at R240 000 pa and will be tenable for a period of TWO years, starting as soon as possible. The Fellowships are intended to enhance the intellectual environment at the University and to provide opportunities in diverse fields for recent doctoral graduates to develop their research skills and prepare them for an academic career. The University is located north of the uTugela River in the Province of KwaZulu-Natal. The region provides diverse research opportunities and the University is in close proximity to people in rural areas, commercial farmers, an industrial hub, a world heritage site and two countries in the SADC region. Although this invitation extends to all research fields, and an attempt will be made to ensure intellectual diversity in the appointments, the University particularly interested in attracting persons whose research could impact upon the region in which it is situated. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. Academic Opportunities in the School of Mathematical Sciences - Level B/C/D/E Monash University ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9519 Deadline: 2014-08-24 Location: Melbourne, Australia Additional Information: http://jobs.monash.edu.au/jobDetails.asp?sJobIDs=524967&sReferrer=home&lApp… Contact: sci-maths-jobs[AT]monash.edu Over the years Monash has built a strong reputation in Mathematics and, following the relocation of some of the more applied research areas, the School of Mathematics is embarking on a unique expansion across broad areas of Mathematics. The 15 appointments to be made in the next two years will be at all levels with at least four of the positions at Level E. Outstanding candidates in all areas of Mathematics are invited to apply for the posts. We expect to make appointments in algebra, analysis, applied analysis, and pde's (theoretical and computational), but appointments in other areas will be made. Some of the appointments will further build our research in mathematical biology, mathematical finance, and nonlinear dynamics with engineering applications. Appointments that consolidate our existing strength in combinatorics, operations research, mathematical statistics and hydrodynamics will be considered. Successful candidates at Level E will be expected to take a leadership role and be involved with recruitment at lower levels. All candidates will be expected to have outstanding research records and help our drive for excellence across the school. The school recognises the need for a strong Mathematical underpinning of research in many schools across the campus and is committed to delivering outstanding Mathematics teaching across the campus. These roles are full-time positions; however, flexible working arrangements may be negotiated. Your application must address the selection criteria. Enquiries: sci-maths-jobs[AT]monash.edu +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.3. PhD Fellowship in Relativity at Southampton ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9520 Deadline: 2014-08-31 Location: Southampton, UK Additional Information: http://www.southampton.ac.uk/maths/postgraduate/research_degrees/apply.page Contact: leor[AT]soton.ac.uk Applications are invited for a PhD Fellowship within the Gravity group in the School of Mathematics at the university of Southampton, UK. The PhD position is funded by the European Research Council for a duration of 3 years, starting in October 2014. The successful candidate will work with Prof. Leor Barack on the problem of orbital dynamics around black holes in General Relativity, with applications to gravitational-wave astronomy. The University of Southampton (UK) is home to a large Gravity research group, comprising 9 staff members (Nils Andersson, Leor Barack, Carsten Gundlach, Ian Hawke, Wynn Ho, Ian Jones, Kostas Skenderis, Marika Taylor and James Vickers), 9 postdocs and 15 research students. Research in the group covers topics in black-hole and neutron-star astrophysics, sources of gravitational waves and numerical relativity, as well as string-inspired gravity and holography. Students of any nationality are invited to apply, but full funding is guaranteed only for EU nationals. We prefer applications to arrive before 31 August 2014, but later applications will be considered until the position is filled. Applications should be made online, by following the link on http://www.southampton.ac.uk/maths/postgraduate/research_degrees/apply.page In the online application form please select Programme Type "Research", "Full Time" and type in "Mathematics" in the Search window. Then follow the link under "Apply online" and proceed as instructed. Make sure to indicate "Leor Barack" as the requested supervisor. Please also email a copy of your CV directly to leor[at]soton.ac.uk. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.4. PhD Fellowships in Physics at the University of Trento ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/07/20/phd-fellowships-in-physics-at-the-u… Deadline: 2014-09-11 Location: Trento, Italy Additional Information: http://www.unitn.it/en/ateneo/1940/announcement-of-selection Contact: bruno.giacomazzo[AT]unitn.it The Physics department at the University of Trento invites applications for PhD fellowships starting in November 2014. The PhD fellowships have a duration of 3 years and a gross salary of 13638.47 EUR per year (about 1000 EUR per month after taxes). The PhD program covers several scientific areas, including also Gravitational Wave Astronomy, Theoretical Physics, and Astroparticle Physics. More details about the doctoral school in Physics can be found at http://web.unitn.it/en/drphys The Department of Physics includes faculty members working on computational astrophysics (Giacomazzo), gravitational wave detectors (Dolesi, Prodi, Vitale, Weber), theory of general relativity and cosmology (Cognola, Vanzo, Zerbini), and astroparticle physics (Battiston, Lazzizzera). Students with interests in one of these areas are strongly encouraged to apply. Applications for the doctoral positions are accepted from candidates, regardless of gender, age, and nationality, who have a Masters degree (equivalent to the Italian laurea magistrale). Any degree in Physics or related disciplines will be given preferential status. Applications are also accepted from students who expect to get their degree by October 31 2014. The University of Trento is ranked among the top 5 universities in Italy and it is characterized by an international and diverse student population. The city of Trento is located on the Italian Dolomites and it is very well connected with several destinations in Italy and Europe. The deadline for applications is September 11 2014 at 4 pm Italian time. The selection will be based on the curriculum of the candidate and on an oral exam (candidates permanently residing abroad by the date of the oral exam may take the exam by phone or videoconference in their country of residence). More information about the application process can be found here: http://www.unitn.it/en/ateneo/1940/announcement-of-selection +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.5. Riemann Fellowship at Leibniz Universitaet Hannover ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/07/22/riemann-fellowship-at-leibniz-unive… Deadline: 2014-12-31 Location: Hannover, Germany Additional Information: http://riemanncenter.de/fellowships.html Contact: riemann[AT]maphy.uni-hannover.de We are offering several Riemann Fellowships to mathematicians and theoretical physicists early in their postdoctoral career who are interested in participating in the research activities of any of the groups involved in the Riemann Center, for a period of up to four months. Salaries amount to about 2000 Euro per month after deductions and may require some mild teaching duties. The Riemann Center will assist with housing and other organizational issues concerning the visit. Applications can be sent at any time and will be considered as fellowships become available. Please send your application including a CV, publication list and a cover letter stating the intended period of stay and research group preference either electronically to riemann(at)maphy.uni-hannover.de or by mail to Riemann Center for Geometry and Physics Leibniz Universitaet Hannover Appelstrasse 2 30167 Hannover Germany +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.6. Postdoctoral position in multimessenger astrophysics at the University of Pisa ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/08/01/postdoctoral-position-in-multimesse… Deadline: 2014-08-29 Location: Pisa, Italy Additional Information: http://www.df.unipi.it/~razzano/firb2012/postdocgwpi2014.pdf Contact: massimiliano.razzano[AT]pi.infn.it A two-year postdoctoral position at the University of Pisa on multimessenger astrophysics is avilable. This position has been opened in the context of the 2012 FIRB Grant `New perspectives on the violent Universe: unveiling the physics of compact objects with joint observations of gravitational waves and electromagnetic radiation' awarded to Marica Branchesi (University of Urbino), Michela Mapelli (INAF Padova) and Massimiliano Razzano (University of Pisa). We invite applications in the area of multimessenger astrophysics, focusing on the study of the gravitational waves from pulsars and other astrophysical sources. The position is expected to begin in October/November 2014, and the deadline for the application is August 29th, 2014. More information can be found at: http://www.df.unipi.it/~razzano/firb2012/postdocgwpi2014.pdf and the details on the application procedure at: http://www.unipi.it/ateneo/bandi/assegni/2014/fisica/29ago2014/index.htm http://www.unipi.it/ateneo/bandi/assegni/2014/fisica/29ago2014/inglese.r... (announcement in english) Title: "Study and development of data analysis techniques for gravitational wave signals from pulsars and other sources of astrophysical interest" For more details you are very welcome to contact massimiliano.razzano[AT]pi.infn.it +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. Living Reviews in Relativity: "On the History of Unified Field Theories. Part II" ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/07/11/living-reviews-in-relativity-on-the… Additional Information: http://www.livingreviews.org/lrr-2014-5 Living Reviews in Relativity has published a new review article on "On the History of Unified Field Theories. Part II (ca. 1930 - ca. 1965)" by Hubert F. M. Goenner on 23 June 2014. Please find the abstract and further details below. ------------------ PUB.NO. lrr-2014-5 Goenner, Hubert F. M. "On the History of Unified Field Theories. Part II (ca. 1930 - ca. 1965)" ACCEPTED: 2014-05-13 PUBLISHED: 2014-06-23 FULL ARTICLE AT: http://www.livingreviews.org/lrr-2014-5 ABSTRACT: The present review intends to provide an overall picture of the research concerning classical unified field theory, worldwide, in the decades between the mid-1930 and mid-1960. Main themes are the conceptual and methodical development of the field, the interaction among the scientists working in it, their opinions and interpretations. Next to the most prominent players, A. Einstein and E. Schrodinger, V. Hlavaty and the French groups around A. Lichnerowicz, M.-A. Tonnelat, and Y. Thiry are presented. It is shown that they have given contributions of comparable importance. The review also includes a few sections on the fringes of the central topic like Born-Infeld electromagnetic theory or scalar-tensor theory. Some comments on the structure and organization of research-groups are also made. UPCOMING ARTICLES AT: http://relativity.livingreviews.org/Articles/upcoming.html ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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########################################## Table of Contents ########################################### 1. Conferences 1.1. 1st Scientific ICRANet Meeting in Armenia Black Holes: the largest energy sources in the universe - Program 1.2. NARDA 2014, Fullerton 1.3. NEB16: Recent Developments in Gravity - GR@GR (2nd announcement) 1.4. XXI SIGRAV Conference on General Relativity and Gravitational Physics, Alessandria 1.5. Probing the fundamental nature of spacetime with the Renormalization Group, Stockholm 1.6. IUCSS Workshop on Gravitational Tests of Lorentz Invariance, Bloomington 2. Jobs 2.1. Postdoc Position in Theoretical Physics, Oldenburg 2.2. Post-doctoral Fellowship at School of Physics, IISER-TVM 3. News 3.1. Galaxies: Special Issue "Advances in Gravitational Research" 3.2. Nominations open for the 2015 Einstein Prize 3.3. Living Reviews in Relativity: "The Confrontation between General Relativity and Experiment" 3.4. David Radice awarded 2014 Giulio Rampa Thesis Prize ============================================== 1. Conferences ============================================== 1.1. 1st Scientific ICRANet Meeting in Armenia Black Holes: the largest energy sources in the universe - Program --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/06/02/1st-scientific-icranet-meeting-in-a… Starting: 2014-06-30 to 2014-07-04 Location: Yerevan, Armenia Additional Information: http://ntsrvg9-2.icra.it/meetings/registration_armenia2014.htm Contact: marziomaria.cimini[AT]icranet.org The Physics of Black Holes dominates some of the most energetic astrophysical phenomena in the Universe. The formation of a Black Holes appear to be related to the emission of a Gamma Ray Burst (GRB), the most energetic transient phenomena in the Universe. The basic mechanism appear to be the creation of electron positron pairs plasma occurring by vacuum polarization process around a Kerr-Newman Black Hole by the Heisenberg-Euler-Schwinger mechanism. An effort of reaching such an extreme electromagnetic quantum regime is being currently approached also in MegaJoule Laser Projects in Europe, Russia, USA. In addition a prolonged emission appear to be related to rotating electromagnetic Black Holes in microquasars. The presence of Supermassive Black Holes (SMBHs) of 10^8 and 10^9 solar masses appear to be related to active galactic nuclei, Blazars and Quasars. There is the possibility that, unlike the stellar mass Black Holes, which are formed by the gravitational collapse of ba ryonic matter, the SMBHs can originate from the gravitational collapse of Dark Matter. This meeting will address both observational/experimental and theoretical aspects. From an observational point of view results obtained from very high energy observatories from the ground such as HESS, MAGIC, AUGER and from next generation instruments will be reviewed. Similarly will be reviewed the observations from Space Observatories in X and Gamma Rays such as Agile, Fermi, Swift, MAXI and NuStar. The complementary observations in Microwave and infrared bands from Planck mission will be presented. Ongoing progress for experimental facilities to look for coincidence with Gravitational waves detectors and Neutrinos detectors will be also reviewed. From a theoretical point of view attention will be given to progress in understanding quantum and classical phenomena related to the physics of Black Holes and to the process of extraction of the Black Hole Energy. Before the 1st Scientific ICRANet Meeting Black Holes: the largest energy sources in the Universe from June 30 to July 4, an IRAP PhD School for graduate students will be organized from June 28 to June 29 in Aghveran. Registrations to both the meeting and the school are now possible at the web page <a href="http://ntsrvg9-2.icra.it/meetings/registration_armenia2014.htm">http://ntsrvg9-2.icra.it/meetings/registration_armenia2014.htm</a> The registration fee is 300 EUR including the admission to all sessions of the meeting and the school, coffee breaks and proceedings. The registration fee is 100 EUR for who attends ONLY the first two days (28-29 June IRAP school) which include transportation from the Yerevan airport, accommodation and meals. The registration fee for who attends ONLY the second week (30 June-4 July Meeting) is: 100 EUR for students, postdocs and participants from former Soviet Union countries and 200 EUR for other participants. A preliminary program of the meeting can be found here: <a href="http://www.icranet.org/images/stories/Meetings/meetingArmenia2014/prelimina…">http://www.icranet.org/images/stories/Meetings/meetingArmenia2014/prelimina…</a> Please download the poster from: <a href="http://www.icranet.org/images/stories/Meetings/meetingArmenia2014/Poster_Ar…">http://www.icranet.org/images/stories/Meetings/meetingArmenia2014/Poster_Ar…</a> +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.2. NARDA 2014, Fullerton --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9485 Starting: 2014-08-21 to 2014-08-22 Location: Fullerton, CA, USA Additional Information: http://physics.fullerton.edu/gwpac/news/169-narda-2014 Contact: jread[AT]fullerton.edu The 2014 Numerical and Analytical Relativity and Data Analysis (NARDA) Meeting will take place at California State University, Fullerton on August 21, 2014 - Friday, August 22, 2014. The purpose of this meeting is to bring together numerical relativists, analytic relativists, and gravitational-wave astronomers to discuss progress and challenges in gravitational-wave source modeling and data analysis in the advanced detector era. While there is no fee for the meeting, we ask that participants register so that we can allocate limited space for contributed talks. For more information, including travel, lodging, and registration, please see the meeting web page at http://physics.fullerton.edu/gwpac/news/169-narda-2014 Please email any questions to the organizers (glovelace at fullerton dot edu or jread at fullerton dot edu). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.3. NEB16: Recent Developments in Gravity - GR@GR (2nd announcement) --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9489 Starting: 2014-09-17 to 2014-09-20 Location: Mykonos, Greece Additional Information: http://neb.hsrgc.gr/16/ Contact: gravitygreece[AT]gmail.com NEB16: Recent Developments in Gravity - GR@GR Mykonos, Greece 17-20 September 2014 http://neb.hsrgc.gr/16/ SECOND ANNOUNCEMENT The 16th NEB conference on Recent Developments in Gravity will be held in Mykonos, Greece, from the 17th to the 20th of September 2014. NEB16 is an international conference devoted to all aspects of Relativity, Gravitation and Cosmology, which is organized every two years by the Hellenic Society for Relativity, Gravitation and Cosmology. A list of previous conferences in the NEB series can be found at http://www.hsrgc.gr/activities.html. NEB16 will focus on recent developments in several areas: gravitational waves, relativistic astrophysics, alternative theories of gravity, mathematical relativity, relativistic cosmology and quantum gravity. The interdisciplinary character of the meeting is reflected in the list of confirmed invited speakers: L. Amendola (Heidelberg) L. Barack (Southampton) E. Bergshoeff (Groningen) M. Bojowald (Penn State) A. Calder (Stony Brook) V. Ferrari (Roma) V. Kalogera (Northwestern) J. Lattimer (Stony Brook) D. Lüst (LMU München) M. Maggiore (Geneva) D. Oriti (AEI) J. Pullin (Louisiana State) L. Rezzolla (Frankfurt/AEI) B. Schutz (AEI) M. Shibata (Kyoto) T. Sotiriou (Nottingham) The venue of the conference is Saint John Mykonos Hotel, a beach resort at Agios Ioannis bay, located 4 km from Mykonos Town. The organizing committee has arranged for special conference rates at Saint John Mykonos Hotel as well as at the nearby Petinos Hotel (there will be a shuttle taking conference participants to the main venue at the beginning and end of sessions). Further information on accommodation and travel can be found here: http://neb.hsrgc.gr/16/INFO/info.html. Please note that due to a high demand in accommodation and airline tickets, you are advised to book both the hotel and airline tickets as soon as possible. Registration and abstract submission can be done through: http://neb.hsrgc.gr/16/REGISTRATION/registration.html. The final abstract submission deadline for NEB16 is June 30th 2014. Soon after that, the official program will be announced. We are looking forward to meeting all interested participants in Mykonos this September! With our best regards, The Organising Committee T. Apostolatos (University of Athens) K. Kokkotas (University of Tuebingen) M. Sakellariadou (Kings College London, University of London) N. Stergioulas (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki) E. Vagenas (Kuwait University) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.4. XXI SIGRAV Conference on General Relativity and Gravitational Physics, Alessandria --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9493 Starting: 2014-09-15 to 2014-09-19 Location: Alessandria, Dipartimento di Scienze e Innovazione Tecnologica, Università del Piemonte Orientale, Italy Additional Information: http://sigrav.na.infn.it/attivita/congresso-nazionale/xxi-congresso-sigrav-… Contact: mfdelaurentis[AT]tspu.edu.ru The biennial Conference of the Italian Society of General Relativity and Gravitation (SIGRAV) is devoted to all aspects of gravitation, such as Classical General Relativity (GR), Quantum Gravity, Relativistic Astrophysics and Cosmology, as well as Experimental Gravity. A key and defining feature of the conference is the ability to present the state of the art of the wide variety of methods (experimental, theoretical, mathematical, computational) used to advance in the knowledge of gravity. The five day conference will host 25 invited plenary talks, and 4 shorter invited talks and a dozen of contributed talks for each of the three parallel workshops sessions: classical and quantum gravity, relativistic astrophysics and cosmology, experimental gravity. The conference will review the status, and present the advances in the fields of classical GR, modified gravity theories, relativistic astrophysics, astroparticle physics, precision tests of GR, cosmology, gravitational waves, numerical relativity, quantum gravity, quantum field theory in curved spacetime, supergravity. The geometry of quantum spacetime will be discussed also from the experimental viewpoint of quantum metrology and experimental cosmology, as well as aspects of precision cosmology. A science popularization evening will be organized. During the Conference, the AMALDI MEDAL will be awarded to an outstanding european senior scientist and the SIGRAV Prizes will be awarded to (two) outstanding junior scientists. Parallel Sessions During the scientific program the following parallel sessions will be organised Workshop A: Classical and quantum gravity Chairmen: Roberto Casadio, Lorenzo Fatibene Contact: WorkShopA[AT]sigrav.org Workshop B: Relativistic Astrophysics and Cosmology Chairmen: Antonaldo Diaferio, Alberto Vecchiato Contact: WorkShopB[AT]sigrav.org WorkShop C: Experimental Gravity Enrico Calloni, Giancarlo Cella Contact: WorkShowC[AT]sigrav.org Candidate contributors to workshops should contact organization at the above links. Fees and Deadlines: Fees include lunches, coffee breaks and welcome refreshment. Regular Eur 200, Students Eur. 100. Fees after July 31 Eur. 230. The registration fee is to be paid via bank transfer to: Società Italiana di Relatività Generale e Fisica della Gravitazione (SIGRAV) IBAN: IT84 S030 6901 0241 0000 0015 035 Istituto Bancario San Paolo-IMI di Torino, Ag. 24, Cso Turati 18, 10128 Torino Specifying: Registration fees for XXI SIGRAV, Alessandria Then send the payment receipt via mail to secretariat[AT]sigrav.org Only late registration fees can be paid cash on site in Alessandria. For information send an email to secretariat . Local Organizing Committee Paolo Aschieri (chair), Salvatore Capozziello, Leonardo Castellani (chair), Mariafelicia De Laurentis, Antonaldo Diaferio, Lorenzo Fatibene, Pietro Antonio Grassi. Scientific Committee Paolo Aschieri (chair), Carlo Bradaschia, Marco Bruni, Salvatore Capozziello, Mauro Carfora, Leonardo Castellani (chair), Eugenio Coccia, Mariafelicia De Laurentis, Antonaldo Diaferio, Mariateresa Crosta, Lorenzo Fatibene, Valeria Ferrari, Pietro Fre, Alberto Lerda, Stefano Liberati, Luca Lusanna, Sabino Matarrese, Augusto Sagnotti, Luigi Stella, Leopoldo Milano, Gaetano Vilasi, Sergio Zerbini +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.5. Probing the fundamental nature of spacetime with the Renormalization Group, Stockholm --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9508 Starting: 2015-03-23 to 2015-03-27 Location: Nordita, Stockholm, Sweden Additional Information: http://www.nordita.org/spacetime2015/ Contact: aeichhorn[AT]perimeterinstitute.ca Renormalization group methods are a key element of theoretical particle physics and may also be central for constructing a fundamental theory of gravity, e.g., based on Weinbergs asymptotic safety conjecture. The aim of this program is to bring together theorists and phenomenologists in order to discuss ideas related to the application of the renormalization group in quantum gravity and the consequences of asymptotic safety for cosmology, black holes and a possible ultraviolet completion of the standard model of particle physics including gravity. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.6. IUCSS Workshop on Gravitational Tests of Lorentz Invariance, Bloomington --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9511 Starting: 2014-08-09 to 2014-08-10 Location: Bloomington, Indiana, USA Additional Information: http://www.indiana.edu/~lorentz/lvgr14/ Contact: kostelec[AT]indiana.edu An IUCSS Workshop on Gravitational Tests of Lorentz Invariance will be held in the Physics Department, Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, U.S.A. on August 9-10, 2014. The Workshop focus will be on the search for local Lorentz violation using gravitational experiments, in the context of realistic field-theoretic models and the gravitational SME. Experimentalists and theorists will review existing and forthcoming gravitational studies and discuss prospects and strategies for future searches. The Workshop format is expected to be short talks with time for discussion. A poster session will also be held. Topics in gravitational searches for Lorentz violation that may be discussed include: - experiments on short-range gravity - interferometry with atoms and other particles - investigations of the equivalence principle - lunar and satellite laser ranging - measurements with free-fall and force-comparison gravimeters - observations in astrophysics/cosmology: pulsars, lensing, gravity waves, CMB - solar-system measurements - space-based missions - studies with antihydrogen and other exotic species - tests using gravitational Doppler shift and redshift - phenomenology of Lorentz violation in gravity There is no registration fee for this Workshop, but online registration on or before July 15 is required. Due to space limitations the total attendance is likely to be capped, so early registration is advised to avoid disappointment. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. Postdoc Position in Theoretical Physics, Oldenburg ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9501 Deadline: 2014-07-06 Location: Oldenburg, Germany Additional Information: http://www.models-of-gravity.org Contact: secretariat[AT]models-of-gravity.org The DFG Research Training Group "Models of Gravity" invites applications for a Postdoc position in Theoretical Physics, salary group (Entgeltgruppe) 13 TV-L, to be appointed on September 1st, 2014. The position which is located at the University Oldenburg is limited up to two years. The Research Training Group consists of gravity groups working at the Universities of Bremen, Oldenburg, Bielefeld, Hannover, Copenhagen, as well as at the Jacobs University Bremen. We intend to obtain a better understanding of Einsteins General Relativity and of generalised theories of gravity as given by, e.g., string theory. These investigations are also related to observations. More information can be found on the website www.models-of-gravity.org Responsibilities and Duties: The successful applicant will have the opportunity to continue her/his academic career in theoretical physics in the area of gravitational physics. She/he is expected to contribute to the teaching programme of the Research Training Group. Employment conditions: The applicant is required to have a Master degree and a PhD in Mathematics or Physics and should have strong expertise in General Relativity and numerical solutions of the Einstein field equations. The University Oldenburg aims, in particular, to promote women within the scope of the statutory provisions and, hence, emphatically invites qualified women to apply for this position. Severely disabled applicants are given preferential consideration in the event of equal qualification. Applicants with a migration background are highly welcome. Application: The application with a curriculum vitae, certifications, a description of the scientific interest, a conception of the own career, a list of publications, and two letters of reference should be sent as one single pdf document preferred via e-mail to: RTG Models of Gravity, Am Fallturm, 28359 Bremen, Germany, secretariat(at)models-of-gravity.org, http://www.physik.uni-oldenburg.de/ +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. Post-doctoral Fellowship at School of Physics, IISER-TVM ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/06/16/the-institute-post-doctoral-fellows… Deadline: 2014-07-04 Location: Trivandrum, India Additional Information: http://www.iisertvm.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/IPF-advertisement.pdf Contact: ipf[AT]iisertvm.ac.in The School of Physics at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvanathapuram (IISER-TVM) invites applications from highly qualified young scientists holding Ph.D. in the area of Physial Sciences/Engineering/Technology for the Institute Postdoctoral Fellowships for the year 2014. The duration is for 2 years, extendable by up to one more year on the basis of performance. The Fellowship carries a remuneration of INR 40,000/- per month for the first two years and INR 45,000/- per month in the third year, with no other allowances. There will be a contingency grant of INR 75,000/- per year that may be used for consumables and attending conferences/workshops. The application must be submitted via email to ipf[AT]iisertvm.ac.in on or before 4 July 2014. For more details, please visit the IISER website: http://www.iisertvm.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/IPF-advertisement.pdf +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. Galaxies: Special Issue "Advances in Gravitational Research" ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/06/11/galaxies-special-issue-advances-in-… Additional Information: http://www.mdpi.com/journal/galaxies/special_issues/gravitational-research Dear Colleagues, Gravitation is one of the known fundamental interactions shaping the fabric of the natural world. Although we have been familiar with it since the remote past, our knowledge of it is far less accurate than that of electromagnetism and of the nuclear interactions because of its comparatively feebler intensity. To date, the General Theory of Relativity (GTR) represents the best theoretical description of gravitation at our disposal. As such, GTR is one of the pillars of our knowledge of Nature; intense experimental and observational scrutiny is required not only to gain an ever-increasing confidence about it, but also to explore the borders of the realm of its validity at different regimes ranging from the shortest distances to extragalactic scales. To this aim, a variety of different theoretical, experimental and observational approaches are required to extend the frontiers of our knowledge of the gravitational phenomena. What are the possibilities opened up by forthcoming space-based missions? What is the status of some long-lasting experimental endeavors aimed to test certain relativistic predictions? Are there some founded hopes to testing newly predicted gravitational effects in the near future in some suitable astronomical and astrophysical laboratories? Might observations collected in the past for various purposes hide some surprises? Do Earth-based laboratory experiments have nothing new to say about gravitation? What is the role of alternative models of the gravitational interaction? These are just some of the questions that the present special issue will try to address. Prof. Dr. Lorenzo Iorio Guest Editor Manuscripts should be submitted online at http://www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.2. Nominations open for the 2015 Einstein Prize ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/06/05/nominations-open-for-the-2015-einst… Additional Information: http://www.aps.org/programs/honors/prizes/einstein.cfm Dear Colleagues, The next American Physical Society (APS) Einstein Prize will be awarded in 2015. This Prize, established by the APS Topical Group in Gravitation (GGR) in 1999, is given to recognize outstanding accomplishments in the field of gravitational physics. The prize consists of $10,000 and a certificate citing the contributions of the recipient. It also includes an allowance for the recipient to travel to a meeting of the Society to receive the award and deliver a lecture. It is awarded biennially in odd-numbered years. The award, usually to a single individual, is for outstanding achievement in theory, experiment or observation in the area of gravitational physics. It is open to any scientist, worldwide. The deadline for submission of nominations for the 2015 prize is July 1, 2014. For additional information about the prize including the nomination procedure and past winners, see http://www.aps.org/programs/honors/prizes/einstein.cfm. I encourage you to consider nominating outstanding gravitational physicists for this prize. Regards, Beverly K. Berger Chair, APS Topical Group in Gravitation ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.3. Living Reviews in Relativity: "The Confrontation between General Relativity and Experiment" ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/06/12/living-reviews-in-relativity-the-co… Additional Information: http://www.livingreviews.org/lrr-2014-4 Living Reviews in Relativity has published an update of the review "The Confrontation between General Relativity and Experiment" by Clifford M. Will on 11 June 2014. Please find the abstract and further details below. This new edition of one of our most read reviews also marks a new milestone the journal's history: as of this day, Living Reviews has published 130 articles on 90 topics! ------------------ PUB.NO. lrr-2014-4 Will, Clifford M. "The Confrontation between General Relativity and Experiment" ACCEPTED: 2014-06-06 PUBLISHED: 2014-06-11 FULL ARTICLE AT: http://www.livingreviews.org/lrr-2014-4 ABSTRACT: The status of experimental tests of general relativity and of theoretical frameworks for analyzing them are reviewed and updated. Einstein's equivalence principle (EEP) is well supported by experiments such as the Eötvös experiment, tests of local Lorentz invariance and clock experiments. Ongoing tests of EEP and of the inverse square law are searching for new interactions arising from unification or quantum gravity. Tests of general relativity at the post-Newtonian level have reached high precision, including the light deflection, the Shapiro time delay, the perihelion advance of Mercury, the Nordtvedt effect in lunar motion, and frame-dragging. Gravitational wave damping has been detected in an amount that agrees with general relativity to better than half a percent using the Hulse-Taylor binary pulsar, and a growing family of other binary pulsar systems is yielding new tests, especially of strong-field effects. Current and future tests of relativity will center on strong g ravity and gravitational waves. UPDATE NOTE: Major revision, updated and expanded. Added new Section 2.3.3 on the Pioneer anomaly; split former Section 3 into new 3 and 4, and extended Section 3.3 on competing theories of gravity; added new Sections 5.3 and 5.4 on compact binary systems; added a new Section 8 on astrophysical and cosmological tests. The number of references increased from 299 to 454. Added two figures (8, 9) and updated Figures 1, 3, 5, and 7. UPCOMING ARTICLES AT: http://relativity.livingreviews.org/Articles/upcoming.html ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.4. David Radice awarded 2014 Giulio Rampa Thesis Prize ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/06/15/david-radice-awarded-2014-giulio-ra… Additional Information: http://www-2.unipv.it/dottorati/scienzeetecnologie/fisica/n/web_PhD/index.p… We are pleased to announce that the 2014 Giulio Rampa Thesis Prize for outstanding research in Mathematical or Numerical General Relativity will be presented to Dr. David Radice. The committee consisting of Profs. Gerhard Huisken (Chair), Lars Andersson, and Mauro Carfora, prepared the following citation: Dr. Radice's Thesis on "Advanced Numerical Approaches in the Dynamics of Relativistic Flows" discusses a number of novel numerical approaches dedicated to the solution of the hydrodynamic equations in relativistic regimes. The research initiated by Dr. Radice in so many different areas has enormously pushed forward the state-of-the-art in that field, providing new insight and resolving long-standing questions. Dr. Radice's work has not been restricted to the construction of new and advanced numerical codes; rather, his work has been all about making use of these sophisticated tools to advance gravitational physics, probing with more precision and fewer resources new physical scenarios. The large impact that the work of Dr. Radice has already can only continue to grow in the future. The prize is sponsored by The University of Pavia to honor the memory of Giulio Rampa and is given, every two years, to a graduate student for outstanding research in mathematical or numerical general relativity. The prize has been established in 2011, and is endowed under the terms of a bequest from Nadia and Giorgio Rampa. The GRT prize carries a certificate and a net check for 2,000. The prize will be presented at the annual Honors Ceremony during the Inauguration of the Graduate Studies Academic Year in Pavia, on November the 28th 2014. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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[Hyperspace-list] Hyperspace Bulletin for June 2014
by hyperspace＠aei.mpg.de 02 Jun '14

02 Jun '14

########################################## Table of Contents ########################################### 1. Conferences 1.1. International Conference on Relativistic Astrophysics, Lahore, Pakistan 1.2. International Conference on Mathematical Modeling in Physical Sciences 2014, Madrid 1.3. Mons Meeting 2014 on Multidisciplinary aspects of Compact Object Physics 1.4. International Conference on Quantum Gravity, Cosmology and String Theory, Giza, Egypt 1.5. LOOPS'15, Erlangen, Germany 1.6. Spanish Relativity Meeting (ERE2014) Valencia 1-5 September 2014 (2nd announcement) 1.7. 1st Scientific ICRANet Meeting in Armenia Black Holes: the largest energy sources in the universe - Program 2. Jobs 2.1. Nominations for the position of Director at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics 2.2. Tenure position in Cosmology, Campinas, Brasil 2.3. Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Mathematics at Otago 3. News 3.1. Living Reviews in Relativity: "The Evolution of Compact Binary Star Systems" 3.2. Awards Winners for Essays 2014 3.3. More than a 1000 ... ============================================== 1. Conferenes ============================================== 1.1. International Conference on Relativistic Astrophysics, Lahore, Pakistan --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9420 Starting: 2015-02-10 to 2015-02-15 Location: Lahore, Pakistan Additional Information: http://icra.pu.edu.pk/ Contact: icra.math[AT]pu.edu.pk The International Conference on Relativistic Astrophysics will be held in downtown area of Lahore-Pakistan during February 10-14, 2015. It is the first International Conference on Relativistic Astrophysics organized by Department of Mathematics, University of the Punjab, Lahore. There are two Nobel Laureates Dr. Har Gobind Khorana and Dr. Abdus Salam among the Universitys alumni and formal staff. University of the Punjab, Quaid-e-Azam campus spread over 1800 acres of lush green landscape. A canal dividing the academic blocks from the student lodgings adds to the beauty of the campus. This conference is devoted to celebrate 100 years of General Relativity. This conference is aimed to provide an effective floor to researchers for presenting their research findings and share their knowledge as well as experience with each other. It will also provide a unique platform for young researchers, faculty and especially M.Phil./Ph.D. students to interact and collaborate with distinguished researchers from all over the world working in the area of relativity and astrophysics. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.2. International Conference on Mathematical Modeling in Physical Sciences 2014, Madrid --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9415 Starting: 2014-08-28 to 2014-08-31 Location: Madrid, Spain Additional Information: http://www.icmsquare.net/ Contact: secretariat[AT]icmsquare.net Dear colleagues, It is our pleasure to circulate the announcement of the 3nd International Conference on Mathematical Modeling in Physical Sciences, IC-MSQUARE 2014 (http://www.icmsquare.net). The conference is to be held in Madrid, Spain, from 28th of August till 31st of August 2014. Professor George Karniadakis (Charles Pitts Robinson and John Palmer Barstow Professor of Applied Mathematics Brown University) will be the Keynote Speaker of IC-MSQUARE 2014, while the Invited Speakers are: 1) Prof. Ofer Lahav (Perren Chair of Astronomy, Astrophysics Group, University College London, UK) 2) Prof. Yamir Moreno (Department of Theoretical Physics, Faculty of Sciences, University of Zaragoza, Spain), 3) Prof. Bernd Michael Rode (Institute of General, Inorganic and Theoretical Chemistry University of Innsbruck, Austria) The conference aims to promote the knowledge and the development of high-quality research in mathematical fields that have to do with the applications of other scientific fields and the modern technological trends that appear in them, these fields being those of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Medicine, Economics, Sociology, Environmental sciences etc. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.3. Mons Meeting 2014 on Multidisciplinary aspects of Compact Object Physics --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9417 Starting: 2014-08-26 to 2014-08-29 Location: Belgium, Mons Additional Information: http://hosting.umons.ac.be/php/fitg-ns/index.php/en/mons-meeting-2014-b Contact: fitg-ns[AT]umons.ac.be The second edition of the Mons Meeting will be held at the University of Mons from Aug. 26 to Aug. 29 2014. The workshop will be organized over 4 days, the morning being devoted to plenary lectures from experts in Astroparticle detection, Gravity, Nuclear Physics, electromagnetic applications and QCD. Registration is free, however the number of participants is limited. Summary Compact objects are the endpoints of stellar evolution. They connect all the aspects of fundamental interactions. In particular, neutron stars are ideal labs for testing the unknown properties of strong interactions in a regime that cannot be approached in laboratories, namely the high density regime. In fact all four interactions interplay. For instance as very compact objects, neutron stars and black holes are described by General Relativity. On another hand current observations rely on atomic spectroscopic observations, described by the electromagnetic interaction. Neutron stars are made of nuclear matter, described by the strong interaction, while macroscopic quantities such as the mass, the spin, and so forth are dictated by gravity. The dynamics leading to the formation of these compact objects are known to involve weak interaction processes, which can be detected by neutrino observatories. The aim of this workshop is twofold. First, it brings together experts from all four interactions around the fascinating topic of compact object physics. The discussion sessions will be very instructive and will provide an opportunity for all communities to talk to each other. Secondly, this workshop is intended to be accessible to Ph. D. students, as part of the Doctoral School trainings (PandA). The afternoon presentation sessions will allow participants, in particular Ph.D. Students, to report on their research. This Workshop is the second edition of the Mons Meeting in Gravity, initiated in 2013. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.4. International Conference on Quantum Gravity, Cosmology and String Theory, Giza, Egypt --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/05/07/international-conference-on-quantum… Starting: 2015-01-11 to 2015-01-15 Location: Giza, Egypt Additional Information: http://www.zewailcity.edu.eg/qgcs15/ Contact: afarag[AT]zewailcity.edu.eg The Center for Fundamental Physics (CFP) at Zewail City of Science and Technology is organizing its first international conference on Quantum Gravity, Cosmology and String Theory (QGCS15) in Giza, Egypt from 11 to 15 January 2015. The Conference will bring together theoretical physicists working on different approaches to quantum gravity, and its applications to cosmological models as well as in the early universe with the goal of getting a deeper understanding and fresh insights into some of the fundamental problems in cosmology and quantum gravity. Discussion topics will include: - Advances in various approaches to quantum gravity, including, but not limited to String Theory, Loop Quantum Gravity and Canonical Quantum Gravity. - Cosmological singularity resolution via quantum gravity. - Structure formation, inflation and alternative theories. - Dark energy and dark matter. - Phenomenological implications of quantum gravity in the early universe, in lab-based experiments. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.5. LOOPS'15, Erlangen, Germany --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/05/21/loops15/ Starting: 2015-07-06 to 2015-07-10 Location: Erlangen, Germany Additional Information: http://www.gravity.physik.fau.de/events/loops15/loops15.shtml Contact: loops15[AT]gravity.fau.de This is a preliminary announcement of LOOPS'15, the eighth conference with focus on Loop Quantum Gravity, which will take place in Erlangen, Germany from July 6th to July 10th in 2015. More details will soon be available from the url: http://www.gravity.physik.fau.de/events/loops15/loops15.shtml +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.6. Spanish Relativity Meeting (ERE2014) Valencia 1-5 September 2014 (2nd announcement) --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9455 Starting: 2014-09-01 to 2014-09-05 Location: Valencia, Spain Additional Information: http://www.uv.es/ere2014 Contact: ere2014[AT]uv.es ERE2014: Spanish Relativity Meeting 2014 - Encuentros Relativistas Españoles 2014 "Almost 100 years after Einstein's revolution" Valencia, Spain, 1-5 September 2014 http://www.uv.es/ere2014 http://www.segre.es SECOND ANNOUNCEMENT The 2014 edition of the "Spanish Relativity Meeting" (ERE2014) will be held in Valencia from the 1st to the 5th of September 2014. The Spanish Relativity Meeting (ERE) is an international conference devoted to Relativity and Gravitation which is organized every year by different members of the Spanish Society of Gravitation and Relativity (SEGRE). This year, it will be hosted by the University of Valencia. A brief historical background of the ERE can be found at http://www.segre.es/en/historia.shtml . The meeting will address the status of gravitation and general relativity one year before the centennial of the publication of Einstein's theory, which will be celebrated on November 25th 2015, as it was stablished by the International Society on General Relativity and Gravitation. In particular ERE2014 will focus on three research lines: relativistic astrophysics, mathematical relativity, and the interphase between gravitation and quantum theory. The meeting will take place at the ADEIT building and will consist of plenary talks given by invited speakers during the morning sessions and contributed talks during the afternoon. The latter will be distributed in topical parallel sessions. The interdisciplinary character of the meeting is reflected in the list of confirmed invited speakers: Abhay Ashtekar, Penn State University, USA. Vitor Cardoso, CENTRA/IST, Lisboa, Portugal. Christos Charmousis, Paris-Sud Orsay, Paris, France. Alessandro Fabbri, Centro Fermi, Italy and IFIC, Valencia, Spain. Eric Gourgoulhon, Observatoire de Paris, France. Javier Gorosabel, Instituto de Astrofísica de Andalucía, Granada, Spain. Philippe LeFloch, UPMC, Paris 6, France. Francisco Lobo, CAAUL, Lisboa, Portugal. Leonard Parker, University Wisconsin-Milwaukee, USA. Miquel Portilla, Universitat de València, Spain. José María Martín Senovilla, UPV/EHU, Bilbao, Spain. Alberto Sesana, Albert Einstein Institute, Golm, Germany. Masaru Shibata, Yukawa Institute for Theoretical Physics, Kyoto, Japan. Nikolaos Stergioulas, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece. Jorge Zanelli, CEC, Chile. Information regarding registration, abstract submission, accommodation and travel can be found at the web page of the conference http://www.uv.es/ere2014 Important: The abstract submission deadline for the ERE2014 conference has been extended to June 20th 2014. Looking forward to meeting all interested participants in Valencia this September! With our best regards, The Local Organising Committee +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.7. 1st Scientific ICRANet Meeting in Armenia Black Holes: the largest energy sources in the universe - Program --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/06/02/1st-scientific-icranet-meeting-in-a… Starting: 2014-06-30 to 2014-07-04 Location: Yerevan, Armenia Additional Information: http://ntsrvg9-2.icra.it/meetings/registration_armenia2014.htm Contact: annapia.delbeato[AT]icranet.org The Physics of Black Holes dominates some of the most energetic astrophysical phenomena in the Universe. The formation of a Black Holes appear to be related to the emission of a Gamma Ray Burst (GRB), the most energetic transient phenomena in the Universe. The basic mechanism appear to be the creation of electron positron pairs plasma occurring by vacuum polarization process around a Kerr-Newman Black Hole by the Heisenberg-Euler-Schwinger mechanism. An effort of reaching such an extreme electromagnetic quantum regime is being currently approached also in MegaJoule Laser Projects in Europe, Russia, USA. In addition a prolonged emission appear to be related to rotating electromagnetic Black Holes in microquasars. The presence of Supermassive Black Holes (SMBHs) of 10^8 and 10^9 solar masses appear to be related to active galactic nuclei, Blazars and Quasars. There is the possibility that, unlike the stellar mass Black Holes, which are formed by the gravitational collapse of ba ryonic matter, the SMBHs can originate from the gravitational collapse of Dark Matter. This meeting will address both observational/experimental and theoretical aspects. From an observational point of view results obtained from very high energy observatories from the ground such as HESS, MAGIC, AUGER and from next generation instruments will be reviewed. Similarly will be reviewed the observations from Space Observatories in X and Gamma Rays such as Agile, Fermi, Swift, MAXI and NuStar. The complementary observations in Microwave and infrared bands from Planck mission will be presented. Ongoing progress for experimental facilities to look for coincidence with Gravitational waves detectors and Neutrinos detectors will be also reviewed. From a theoretical point of view attention will be given to progress in understanding quantum and classical phenomena related to the physics of Black Holes and to the process of extraction of the Black Hole Energy. Before the 1st Scientific ICRANet Meeting Black Holes: the largest energy sources in the Universe from June 30 to July 4, an IRAP PhD School for graduate students will be organized from June 28 to June 29 in Aghveran. Registrations to both the meeting and the school are now possible at the web page http://ntsrvg9-2.icra.it/meetings/registration_armenia2014.htm The registration fee is 300 EUR including the admission to all sessions of the meeting and the school, coffee breaks and proceedings. The registration fee is 100 EUR for who attends ONLY the first two days (28-29 June IRAP school) which include transportation from the Yerevan airport, accommodation and meals. The registration fee for who attends ONLY the second week (30 June-4 July Meeting) is: 100 EUR for students, postdocs and participants from former Soviet Union countries and 200 EUR for other participants. A preliminary program of the meeting can be found here: http://www.icranet.org/images/stories/Meetings/meetingArmenia2014/prelimina… Please download the poster from: http://www.icranet.org/images/stories/Meetings/meetingArmenia2014/Poster_Ar… +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. Nominations for the position of Director at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9429 Deadline: 2014-07-01 Location: Potsdam-Golm, Germany Additional Information: http://NewDirector.aei.mpg.de Contact: NewDirector[AT]aei.mpg.de NOMINATIONS SOUGHT FOR THE POSITION OF DIRECTOR at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute), Potsdam-Golm, Germany The Albert Einstein Institute (AEI), with approximately 400 scientists, employees, and students, is the world's largest research organization devoted to the study of the general theory of relativity (GR) and gravity. The AEI campus has three divisions (Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity, Quantum Gravity and Unified Theories, and Mathematical Relativity) located in Potsdam-Golm, near Berlin, and two divisions (Gravitational Wave Detection, Observational Relativity and Cosmology) located in Hannover. The AEI is seeking a new Director following the departure of Prof. Gerhard Huisken, former Director of the Mathematical Relativity division. The successful candidate will have established a record of original and creative research at the highest international level, and will have demonstrated the ability to inspire and lead a substantial group of younger scientists. The search will span the following areas: Mathematical Relativity, Classical General Relativity and Gravity, Theoretical Cosmology, and Quantum Gravity. Nominations can be submitted with a deadline of 1 July 2014 by registering at the following link: http://NewDirector.aei.mpg.de Upon registration nominators will receive an access code that will allow them to enter their nomination (multiple nominations are possible). Nominations must include a short description of the nominee's background and most significant scientific accomplishments. Self-nominations are not permitted. All nominations will be treated confidentially. The Max Planck Society is an equal opportunity employer, and seeks to increase the percentage of female Directors. It is also committed to employing more individuals with disabilities. Nominations in these categories are particularly welcome. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. Tenure position in Cosmology, Campinas, Brasil ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9432 Deadline: 2014-06-06 Location: Campinas, Brasil Additional Information: http://portal.ifi.unicamp.br/avisosgeraismoderador/213-portal/1247-concurso… Contact: holanda[AT]ifi.unicamp.br The Instituto de Fisica Gleb Wataghin (IFGW) OF UNIVERSIDADE ESTADUAL DE CAMPINAS (UNICAMP) opens one position for tenure track in EXPERIMENTAL COSMOLOGY. UNICAMP is one of the top universities in South America with strong experimental activities in different areas of physics such as synthesis and characterization of novel materials and nanostructures, nanotechnology, optical communications, theoretical and experimental studies of biological, nanoscopic and self-assembled system, medical physics and theoretical and experimental high energy particle physics. The University is located in Campinas city. Campinas is the 10th richest city in Brazil, showing a gross domestic product (GDP) of 36.68 billion reais (2010), which represents almost 1% (0.998%) of all Brazilian GDP. Currently, the city concentrates around one third of industrial production of São Paulo state. The Campinas Metropolitan Region is home to many national and international high-tech industries, including IBM, Dell, Motorola, Freescale, Lucent, Nortel, Compaq, Celestica, Samsung, Alcatel, Bosch, 3M, Texas Instruments. A very nice description of Brazil Science is described in http://mag.digitalpc.co.uk/fvx/iop/physworld/brazil14/ IFGW started its activities in 1967 and became a center of excellence in research, teaching and extension, recognized as one of the best in Latin America. UNICAMP is ranked 17th in the World amongst the Universities younger than 50 years and is amongst the top 3 overall South American Universities (2013 QS Top Universities ranking). Exciting opportunities for graduate students, post-docs and researchers are continuously offered. The Institute of Physics consists of four departments: Quantum Electronics, Applied Physics, Condensed Matter Physics and Cosmic Rays and Chronology. Grants from state and federal funding agencies are easily obtained for travel and research as well as for students and postdocs. A stronger program from the federal government, Science without Borders, allow to bring younger and senior people to Brazil for an extended stay. The deadline for this application is on 6th of June 2014. Initial Salary: R$ 122,161.83 Brazilian reais per year Documents necessary: Please ask the required documents in holanda[AT]ifi.unicamp.br, with the Dean of Cosmic Rays Departament or with the Secretary of Physics Institute, secgeral[AT]ifi.unicamp.br +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.3. Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Mathematics at Otago ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/05/28/lecturersenior-lecturer-in-mathemat… Deadline: 2014-07-25 Location: Dunedin, New Zealand Additional Information: http://www.maths.otago.ac.nz/home/department/vacancies Contact: joergf[AT]maths.otago.ac.nz DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS We are offering an opportunity for an academic appointment in Mathematics at the Lecturer or Senior Lecturer level. The U.S. equivalent level of appointment is Assistant Professor (Lecturer) and Associate Professor (Senior Lecturer). We welcome applications from candidates with research expertise in any area of Mathematics. Research areas of current Mathematics staff include algebra, complex analysis, fractional calculus with applications, functional analysis, graph theory, mathematical biology, mathematical physics, operator algebra, polar-marine physics, ring theory and stochastic PDE. Preference may be given to applicants with research interests in areas that are already represented or that suitably complement those that are. Interested candidates may find a more detailed job description and other relevant information on the department's home page at http://www.maths.otago.ac.nz. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. Living Reviews in Relativity: "The Evolution of Compact Binary Star Systems" ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/05/06/living-reviews-in-relativity-the-ev… Additional Information: http://www.livingreviews.org/lrr-2014-3 Living Reviews in Relativity has published a major update of the review "The Evolution of Compact Binary Star Systems" by Konstantin A. Postnov and Lev R. Yungelson on 5 May 2014. Please find the abstract and further details below. ------------------ PUB.NO. lrr-2014-3 Postnov, Konstantin A. and Yungelson, Lev R. "The Evolution of Compact Binary Star Systems" ACCEPTED: 2014-03-17 PUBLISHED: 2014-05-05 FULL ARTICLE AT: http://www.livingreviews.org/lrr-2014-3 ABSTRACT: We review the formation and evolution of compact binary stars consisting of white dwarfs (WDs), neutron stars (NSs), and black holes (BHs). Mergings of compact-star binaries are expected to be the most important sources for forthcoming gravitational-wave (GW) astronomy. In the first part of the review, we discuss observational manifestations of close binaries with NS and/or BH components and their merger rate, crucial points in the formation and evolution of compact stars in binary systems, including the treatment of the natal kicks, which NSs and BHs acquire during the core collapse of massive stars and the common envelope phase of binary evolution, which are most relevant to the merging rates of NS-NS, NS-BH and BH-BH binaries. The second part of the review is devoted mainly to the formation and evolution of binary WDs and their observational manifestations, including their role as progenitors of cosmologically-important thermonuclear SN Ia. We also consider AM CVn-stars, w hich are thought to be the best verification binary GW sources for future low-frequency GW space interferometers. UPCOMING ARTICLES AT: http://relativity.livingreviews.org/Articles/upcoming.html ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.2. Awards Winners for Essays 2014 ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/05/17/awards-winners-for-essays-2014/ Additional Information: www.gravityresearchfoundation.org Gravity Research Foundation PO BOX 81389 WELLESLEY HILLS MA 02481-0004 USA Roger W. Babson George M. Rideout, Jr. FOUNDER President _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ The trustees are pleased to announce the Awards for Essays for 2014. 1. $4,000 - From B-Modes to Quantum Gravity and Unification of Forces by Lawrence M. Krauss[1] and Frank Wilczek[2]; [1]Department of Physics and School of Earth and Space Exploration, Arizona State University, PO BOX 871404 Tempe, AZ 85287-1404 and Mount Stromlo Observatory, Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics, Australian National University, Weston, ACT, Australia 2611, [2]Department of Physics, MIT, Cambridge MA 02139; e-mail: krauss[AT]asu.edu, wilczek[AT]mit.edu 2. $1,250 - Black Holes as Gravitational Atoms by Cenalo Vaz, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio 45221-0011; email: Cenalo.Vaz[AT]UC.Edu 3. $1,000 - What Drives the Time Evolution of the Spacetime Geometry? by T. Padmanabhan, IUCAA, Post Bag 4, Ganeshkhind, Pune 411 007, India; e-mail: paddy[AT]iucaa.ernet.in 4. $750 - Schrödinger's Cat and the Firewall by Timothy J. Hollowood, Department of Physics, Swansea University, Swansea, SA2 8PP, UK; e-mail: t.hollowood[AT]swansea.ac.uk 5. $500 - Gravitational Waves and the (Quantum) Nature of the Primordial Seed by Rafael A. Porto, School of Natural Sciences, Institute for Advanced Study, Olden Lane, Princeton, NJ 08540 and Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY, Theory Group, D-22603 Hamburg, Germany; e-mail: rporto[AT]ias.edu Selected for Honorable Mention this year were (listed in alphabetical order): F. D. Albareti, J. A. R. Cembranos, and A. L. Maroto; C. R. Argüelles and R. Ru?ni; Manjari Bagchi and Diego F. Torres; Shant Baghram, Saeed Tavasoli, Farhang Habibi, Roya Mohayaee, and Joseph Silk; Vijay Balasubramanian, Bartlomiej Czech, and Jan de Boer; Tom Banks and W. Fischler; Carlos Barceló, Raúl Carballo-Rubio, and Luis J. Garay; Spyros Basilakos, José Ademir Sales Lima, and Joan Solà; Christian G. Böhmer and Robert J. Downes; Marco Bruni, Juan Carlos Hidalgo, and David Wands; Saurya Das; John Bruce Davies; Laurent Freidel, Robert G. Leigh, and Djordje Minic; Rodolfo Gambini and Jorge Pullin; Zahra Haghani, Tiberiu Harko, Hamid Reza Sepangi, and Shahab Shahidi; Richard T. Hammond; Carlos A. R. Herdeiro and Eugen Radu; Shahar Hod; Kristan Jensen and Julian Sonner; Justin Khoury, Godfrey E. J. Miller, and Andrew J. Tolley; Huiquan Li; Samir D. Mathur; Leopoldo A. Pando Zayas; Fabrizio Pinto; D irk Puetzfeld and Yuri N. Obukhov; Mukund Rangamani and Massimilliano Rota; Carlo Rovelli and Francesca Vidotto; Varun Sahni and Yuri Shtanov; Jeremy Sakstein, Bhuvnesh Jain, and Vinu Vikram; P. Salucci, C. Frigerio Martins, and E. Karukes; Anushrut Sharma and Tejinder P. Singh; C. S. Unnikrishnan and George T. Gillies This announcement and abstracts of award-winning and honorable mention essays will be posted when ready on our web site, http://www.gravityresearchfoundation.org. The five award-winning essays will be published in a special issue of the International Journal of Modern Physics D (IJMPD). They will also be posted at a later date on our web site. Copyright © 2014 Gravity Research Foundation, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Gravity Research Foundation P.O. Box 81389 Wellesley Hills, MA 02481-0004 www.gravityresearchfoundation.org ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.3. More than a 1000 ... ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/05/27/more-than-a-1000/ Additional Information: Since October 2009, when the new blog interface was introduced for hyperspace, more than a 1000 announcements have been posted. We are pleased that hyperspace continues to remain the reference channel to provide information on activities in general relativity and gravitation. The hyperspace@aei team. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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[Hyperspace-list] Hyperspace Bulletin for May 2014
by hyperspace＠aei.mpg.de 02 May '14

02 May '14

########################################## Table of Contents ########################################### 1. Conferences 1.1. Frontiers of Fundamental Physics 14, Marseille 1.2. 1st Conference of the Polish Society of General Relativity, Spala, Poland 1.3. Astro-GR@Rome 1.4. COSMO-2014, Chicago 1.5. Growth and evolution of the Milky Ways nuclear star cluster and its central black hole, Alajar, Spain 1.6. 100 Years of General Relativity, Penn State 2. Jobs 2.1. Post-Doctoral Researcher or Research Associate in Experimental High Energy Physics - University of Kansas 2.2. Postdoc position in GR within Prague Relativity Group 2.3. M.Sc. and Ph.D. positions at the University of Lethbridge 2.4. Lectureship in Theoretical Cosmology at Queen Mary University of London 2.5. PhD positions in Gravitational Waves at the University of Birmingham 3. News 3.1. New book on Interferometric detectors ============================================== 1. Conferenes ============================================== 1.1. Frontiers of Fundamental Physics 14, Marseille --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/04/02/frontiers-of-fundamental-physics-14/ Starting: 2014-07-15 to 2014-07-18 Location: Marseille, France Additional Information: http://ffp14.cpt.univ-mrs.fr/index.php?page=home Contact: triay[AT]cpt.univ-mrs.fr FFP Symposium began in India in 1997 and it became itinerant in 2004, through Europe, Canada and Australia. It covers topics in fundamental physics with the objective to enable scholars working in related areas to meet on a single platform and exchange ideas. In addition to highlighting the progress in these areas, the symposium invites the top researchers to reflect on the educational aspects of our discipline. Moreover, the scientific concepts are also discussed through philosophical and epistemological viewpoints. Several eminent scientists, such as the laureates of prestigious awards (Nobel, Fields Medal,), have already participated in these meetings. FP14 develops around seven main themes, which are: Astroparticle Physics Cosmology High Energy Physic Quantum Gravity Mathematical Physics Physics Education Epistemology and Philosophy +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.2. 1st Conference of the Polish Society of General Relativity, Spala, Poland --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9363 Starting: 2014-06-29 to 2014-07-04 Location: Spala, Poland Additional Information: http://www.spala2014.p.lodz.pl/en Contact: przan[AT]fis.cinvestav.mx The 1st Conference of the Polish Society of General Relativity will be held in Spala from the 29th of June to the 4th of July. The meeting will contain sessions on Inhomogeneous Cosmology, Twistors and Complex Methods, Gravitational Waves, Mathematical Relativity, Homogenous Cosmology, Non-Commutative Spacetimes, Loop Quantum Gravity and Quantum Cosmological Models. Spala is a small forest resort located in the centre of Poland by the Pilica river. http://www.staypoland.com/about_spala.htm The nearest international airport is in Lodz. Participants should register at the conference website http://www.spala2014.p.lodz.pl/en Invited Speakers are Bruce Allen, Giovanni Amelino-Camelia, Paolo Aschieri, Abhay Ashtekar, Michal Bejger, Marek Biesiada, Piotr Bizon, Arkadiusz Blaut, Martin Bojowald, Krzysztof Bolejko, Andrzej Borowiec, Tomasz Bulik, Salvatore Capozziello, Marie-Noelle Celerier, Adam Chudecki, Ewa Czuchry,Mariusz Dabrowski, Marek Demianski, Michal Dobrski, Maciej Dunajski, Laurent Freidel, Janusz Garecki, Gary Gibbons, Jan Gutt, Orest Hrycyna, Romuald Janik, Piotr Jaranowski,Jerzy Jurkiewicz Andrzej Krasinski, Wojciech Krynski, Izabela Kowalska-Leszczynska, Andrzej Krolak, Jerzy Kijowski, Wojciech Kaminski, Jerzy Kowalski-Glikman, Woei Chet Lim, Jerzy Lewandowski, Jerzy Lukierski, Yongge Ma, Shahn Majid, Edward Malec, Maciej Maliborski, Przemyslaw Malkiewicz, Jakub Mielczarek, Pawel Nurowski, Jan Ostrowski, Tomasz Pawlowlowski, Prim Plansangkate, Tania Regimbau, Dorota Rosinska, Boud Roukema, Andrzej Rostworowski, Hanno Sahlmann, Gerhard Schager, Jose M.M. Senovilla, Leszek Sokolowski, Adam Szereszewski, S ebastian Szybka, Marek Szydlowski, Thomas Thiemann, Paul Tod, Andrzej Woszczyna. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.3. Astro-GR@Rome --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9369 Starting: 2014-07-14 to 2014-07-18 Location: Rome, Italy Additional Information: http://members.aei.mpg.de/amaro-seoane/astro-gr-rome Contact: Pau.Amaro-Seoane[AT]aei.mpg.de Dear all, We are happy to announce: What: Astro-GR/VESF-School@Rome Where: INAF- Osservatorio Astronomico di Roma, Via Frascati 33, 00040 Monteporzio-Catone (Roma), Italy When: 14-18 July 2014 This year's Astro-GR workshop will be run jointly with the Virgo EGO Science Forum (VESF) in order to provide also young scientists and student from the VESF community with an opportunity to listen to the presentation and participate in the discussion. Please visit this URL to register: http://members.aei.mpg.de/amaro-seoane/astro-gr-rome-application The meeting is co-sponsored by the Virgo EGO Science Forum (VESF), the Italian National Institute of Astrophysics (INAF) and the Albert Einstein Institute (AEI). This workshop will bring together experts from the astrophysical community (in particular scientists working in the field of multiwavelength observations, evolution and dynamics of stellar systems and astrometry) and experts in gravitational wave (GW) research (both from the experiments and theory). The goal is to stimulate the interest and foster the collaboration across the GW and astrophysical communities in one of the most challenging and exciting scientific enterprises of the 2010's. Outstanding scientific issues will be outlighted which can only be addressed through the collaboration of these communities. The program that we are presently finalizing comprises reviews by a number of leading experts. The format and venue for Astro-GR/VESF-school@Rome will limit the number of attendees, to some 50-60. Please register soon to avoid disappointment. In keeping with the spirit of an informal workshop, the registration fee will be kept to a minimum of 150 that will include lunch and the social dinner. Looking forward to seeing you in Rome, Pau, Raffaella and Luigi +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.4. COSMO-2014, Chicago --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/04/23/cosmo-2014/ Starting: 2014-08-25 to 2014-08-29 Location: Chicago, IL, USA Additional Information: http://cosmo2014.uchicago.edu/index.php Contact: cosmo2014[AT]cosmo.uchicago.edu Dear Colleagues, The 18th annual International Conference on Particle Physics and Cosmology -- COSMO 2014 -- will be held in Chicago on August 25--29, 2014. The meeting is being hosted by the Kavli Institute for Cosmological Physics (KICP) at the University of Chicago, and will be held at the University of Chicago's Gleacher Center in downtown Chicago. The COSMO series is one of the major venues of interaction between cosmologists and particle physicists. Topics to be discussed include: Dark Matter Dark Energy Results from the Planck satellite, BICEP2, and other CMB experiments Results from the Large Hadron Collider The large-scale structure of the Universe Primordial cosmology Numerical cosmology String cosmology Particle astrophysics Plenary speakers include: Laura Baudis (University of Zurich) Ryan Foley (University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign) Wendy Freedman (Carnegie Observatories) Daniel Green (Stanford University) Catherine Heymans (University of Edinburgh) Justin Khoury (University of Pennsylvania) Lloyd Knox (University of California, Davis) Nikhil Padmanabhan (Yale University) Hiranya Peiris (University College London) Antonio Riotto (University of Geneva) Sarah Shandera (Pennsylvania State University) Eva Silverstein (Stanford University ) Tracy Slatyer (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) Mark Trodden (University of Pennsylvania) More information can found at the meeting's website: http://cosmo2014.uchicago.edu/index.php The early registration deadline is May 31, 2014. On behalf of the COSMO-2014 LOC, we look forward to welcoming you to Chicago in August! Daniel Holz and Liantao Wang +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.5. Growth and evolution of the Milky Ways nuclear star cluster and its central black hole, Alajar, Spain --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9390 Starting: 2014-09-20 to 2014-09-28 Location: Alajar, Spain Additional Information: http://members.aei.mpg.de/amaro-seoane/alm14 Contact: Pau.Amaro-Seoane[AT]aei.mpg.de The goal of the workshop is to review the current theoretical and observational state-of-the-art related to stellar kinematic and dynamics in the nuclear star cluster around the massive black hole at the centre of our Galaxy and to discuss in detail the open key questions and future observational possibilities. The workshop will serve to build new collaborative relationships and strengthening existing ones. We will focus on topics such as the growth history of the nuclear cluster and black hole, the apparently missing cusp of old stars around the central black hole, upcoming tests of general relativity, star formation in the nuclear cluster, and the Galactic centre as a source of gravitational radiation. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.6. 100 Years of General Relativity, Penn State --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/05/01/100-years-of-general-relativity/ Starting: 2015-06-08 to 2015-06-12 Location: Penn State, University Park, PA, USA Additional Information: http://igc.psu.edu/ Contact: rxh1[AT]psu.edu 100 Years of General Relativity First Announcement An international conference to celebrate 100 years of general relativity will be held at the University Park campus of Penn State from June 8th to 12th, 2015 under the auspices of the International Society on General Relativity and Gravitation (ISGRG) and the Topical Group on Gravitation (GGR) of the American Physical Society. Please mark these dates in your calenders. The goal of the scientific program will be two-fold: To assess the current status of our field in broad terms, and discuss future directions. The plenary part of the conference will feature invited talks as well as "perspectives sessions". The plenary talks will review the current status of various areas. In the "perspective sessions" 3-4 experts will be invited to present their vision on a single theme (such as "the third generation gravitational wave detectors", or "the next decade of cosmology", or "when gravity meets the quantum", or, ....). Parallel sessions will be divided into four themes used traditionally in the ISGRG tri-annual conferences: i) Mathematical and numerical GR; ii) Relativistic Astrophysics and Cosmology; iii) Experimental and observational gravity; and iv) Quantum aspects of gravity. They will feature contributed talks, as well as a few invited talks, providing introductions to broad sub-areas. ISGRG has commissioned a volume to celebrate the centennial, to be published by the Cambridge University Press. This volume will be released at the conference. The conference will offer several opportunities for informal discussions through social gatherings and a banquet. Every effort will be made to keep the registration fee low, especially for younger researchers. The local airport at Penn State is University Park/State College (SCE), served by Delta, United, and US Airways with flights from Chicago, Detroit, Philadelphia, and Washington DC. More detailed information will be provided in the subsequent announcements. Abhay Ashtekar Beverly Berger James Isenberg Malcolm Maccallum +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. Post-Doctoral Researcher or Research Associate in Experimental High Energy Physics - University of Kansas ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9359 Deadline: 2014-05-19 Location: CERN, Switzerland Additional Information: http://employment.ku.edu/staff/408BR Contact: gwwilson(a)ku.edu Applications are invited for a post-doctoral or research associate position in experimental high energy physics with the University of Kansas beginning as early as July 1, 2014. Post-doctoral researcher candidates are required to have a Ph.D. in physics by date of appointment and research experience in experimental high energy physics or a related experimental field. Candidates with three or more years of post doctoral experience may be eligible for initial appointment as research associate. The person would work with the University of Kansas group on physics data analysis and detector operation and development for the CMS experiment and would be located at CERN. Candidates with relevant interests and experience are sought. For more information and to apply go to http://employment.ku.edu/staff/408BR. Initial review of applications will begin May 19, 2014 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants has been identified. Inquiries can be made by email to gwwilson(a)ku.edu. KU is an EO/AAE. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. Postdoc position in GR within Prague Relativity Group ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/04/16/postdoc-position-in-gr-within-pragu… Deadline: 2014-05-30 Location: Prague, Czech Republic Additional Information: http://utf.mff.cuni.cz Contact: oldrich.semerak[AT]mff.cuni.cz Institute of Theoretical Physics, Faculty of Mathematics and Physics, Charles University in Prague, invites applications for a one-year postdoctoral position within the Prague Relativity Group to a motivated person working in the field of general relativity and/or its astrophysical applications. Priority will be given to candidates whose doctoral expertise and research plan focus primarily on the geometry and physics of compact objects. Specific topics include behaviour of particles and fields in black-hole space-times, relativistic models of discs as strong-field sources, black holes surrounded by massive discs or rings described by stationary axisymmetric metrics, physics of neutron stars, black-hole perturbations, or self-consistent many-particle dynamical systems in post-Newtonian and post-Minkowskian approximations. For more information please e-mail Dr. Oldrich Semerak (Oldrich.Semerak[AT]mff.cuni.cz). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.3. M.Sc. and Ph.D. positions at the University of Lethbridge ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9385 Deadline: 2014-07-31 Location: Lethbridge, AB, Canada Additional Information: http://directory.uleth.ca/users/saurya.das Contact: saurya.das[AT]uleth.ca Applications are invited from students interested in doing M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Theoretical Physics at the Department of Physics and Astronomy, University of Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, under the supervision of Dr. Saurya Das, to work on Quantum Gravity, Cosmology and related areas, starting January 2015. Applicants must have B.Sc., M.Sc. or equivalent in Physics/Theoretical Physics, and have an excellent grasp of its fundamental areas. Knowledge of advanced topics, such as general relativity and quantum field theory, and familiarity with computation and computational softwares such as Mathematica, Matlab, GRTensor etc will be an asset. Please send your Statement, CV, Transcripts (scanned/electronic copies are fine), and arrange to send at least three letters of reference directly to saurya.das[AT]uleth.ca . Complete applications will be reviewed as and when they are received, until the positions are filled. Graduate students are supported by a combination of teaching and research assistantships, which is generally sufficient to cover tuition and living expenses. Information about Lethbridge, the department, research areas and its graduate program and can be found in: http://www.uleth.ca/artsci/physics-astronomy http://www.uleth.ca/artsci/physics-astronomy/physics-grad-students http://www.uleth.ca/graduatestudies/ For more information, please send an email to saurya.das[AT]uleth.ca Dr. Saurya Das Department of Physics and Astronomy University of Lethbridge 4401 University Drive Lethbridge, AB, CANADA T1K 3M4 Contact: Saurya Das Email: saurya.das[AT]uleth.ca http://directory.uleth.ca/users/saurya.das Letters of Reference should be sent to: saurya.das[AT]uleth.ca +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.4. Lectureship in Theoretical Cosmology at Queen Mary University of London ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9395 Deadline: 2014-05-31 Location: London, UK Additional Information: https://ig24.i-grasp.com/fe/tpl_QMUL01.asp?newms=rf&ID=QMUL3631 Contact: Pau.Amaro-Seoane[AT]aei.mpg.de Queen Mary, University of London is a leading university in the UK, with a breadth of excellence across Science and Engineering, Medicine, and Humanities and Social Sciences. The School of Physics and Astronomy maintains a tradition of outstanding research in ground-breaking fields. Research in the School is internationally excellent, with academic and research staff and students working in dedicated Research Centres in Astronomy, Condensed Matter Physics, Experimental Particle Physics and Theoretical Physics. The School is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in the area of Theoretical Cosmology within the Astronomy Unit (AU). The Astronomy Units current major activities cover cosmology, planetary formation and dynamics, space and solar plasma physics, helio/asteroseismology and survey astronomy. The AU has access to high quality computing resources in the form of local HPC facilities. The successful candidate will already have shown outstanding research achievements or potential, consistent with their current career point, and have an outstanding proven record of research in an area of Theoretical Cosmology that strengthens, complements and enhances existing research strengths within the Astronomy Unit. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the delivery of high-quality teaching, in the form of tutorials, and research within the School. The lectureship is full-time and permanent, subject to satisfactory 36-month probationary period. Starting salary will be in the range £38,579 - £44,225 per annum, depending on experience, inclusive of London Allowance. Benefits include 30 days annual leave, defined benefit pension scheme and interest-free season ticket loan. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme. Informal enquiries should be addressed to Prof Richard Nelson at r.p.nelson[AT]qmul.ac.uk or on +44 20 7882 3460. General information about the School can be found at http://www.ph.qmul.ac.uk and about the Astronomy Unit at http://www.astro.qmul.ac.uk. Further details and an application form can be found at https://ig24.i-grasp.com/fe/tpl_QMUL01.asp?newms=rf&ID=QMUL3631 The closing date for applications is 31 May 2014. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.5. PhD positions in Gravitational Waves at the University of Birmingham ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/2014/04/30/phd-positions-in-gravitational-wave… Deadline: 2014-05-23 Location: Birmingham, UK Additional Information: http://www.sr.bham.ac.uk/gwgroup/ Contact: imandel[AT]star.sr.bham.ac.uk Applications are invited for two PhD positions in gravitational-wave related projects. The positions are funded by the European Marie Curie Initial Training Network GraWIToN (http://www.grawiton-gw.eu/) and provide very attractive salary and mobility opportunities. Only non-UK candidates are eligible, no previous experience with gravitation-wave projects is required. The closing date for applications is 23.05.2014. Informal enquiries may be addressed to Andreas Freise (a.freise[AT]bham.ac.uk) and Ilya Mandel (imandel[AT]star.sr.bham.ac.uk). For information about our group, see http://www.sr.bham.ac.uk/gwgroup/. To download the details and submit an electronic application online, please go to www.hr.bham.ac.uk/jobs and quote the Job References 52271 or 52272. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Project 52271 Title: Computational modelling of advanced laser-interferometric gravitational wave detectors Our research group at the University of Birmingham specialises in precision measurements with laser interferometers. We have leading roles in the optical design of large international projects and do tests of new optical technologies in our own laboratory experiments with small prototype laser interferometers. The largest and most precise laser interferometers today are ground-based gravitational wave detectors. The most advanced of these machines, Advanced LIGO, will start operation in 2015. Our group is involved with the installation of the instrument, using numerical simulations to understand unexpected problems with the optics. At the same time we are investigating new optical technologies for future detectors such as the Einstein Telescope. Our group investigates new optical designs to mitigate the effects of beam shape changes, and the quantum optical coupling between the light and the optics. We develop and provide one of the main simulation packages for the internati onal science community http://www.gwoptics.org/finesse. The specific objective of this project is to perform a new implementation of an optical simulation code that will enable accurate prediction of mirror surface effects as well as photon quantum effects. The model shall be implemented using GPU-based libraries making the software accessible to experimentalists and designers for rapid prototyping work patterns. In collaboration with Trii Technologies we will provide the student with the necessary knowledge and support to leverage the latest GPU-based technology. The student will work closely with experimentalists in Hannover, Glasgow and Pisa to develop and execute test plans for suspended, quantum-limited interferometers. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Project 52272 Title: Studying neutron-star and black-hole binaries with gravitational waves Gravitational waves will provide a unique way to explore the Universe --- to observe in detail a variety of astrophysical and relativistic phenomena. Advanced ground-based gravitational-wave detectors will go beyond just making the first detections of these elusive signals. They will allow us to expand our reach in space and time, and provide answers to deep questions about astrophysics and strong-field general relativity. Our group at the University of Birmingham leads the preparations for source analysis, data analysis, and astrophysical interpretation that will enable us to take full advantage of the wealth of information that will be available. Gravitational waves from mergers of compact binaries composed of neutron stars and black holes encode the parameters of the source: binary component masses and spins, as well as the binary's sky location, inclination, and the distance to the binary. Accessing this information is critical for enabling astrophysical inference, but is very challenging because of the multi-modal, multi-dimensional nature of the parameter space. Our group led the successful effort to enable parameter estimation for the initial generation of ground-based gravitational-wave detectors using sophisticated Bayesian techniques. However, parameter inference on signals from advanced and third-generation detectors will bring a new set of challenges. The in-band duration of gravitational sources will increase significantly, from tens of seconds for binary neutron stars in initial detectors to tens of minutes in advanced detectors to days in third-generation detectors. Analyzing such long data streams will b e prohibitively computationally expensive without innovative techniques. Methods will need to be developed to deal with potential data drop-outs, changes in noise properties, calibration changes, or glitches over the course of the long signals. The motion of the detectors on the sky as a result of the rotation of the Earth will need to be considered for the first time. The high signal-to-noise ratio that some sources are likely to have in advanced detectors will mean that proper handling of systematic biases from imperfect waveform models is critical. This project will address these challenges while providing an opportunity to explore binary astrophysics and learn sophisticated Bayesian data analysis techniques such as Markov-chain Monte Carlo and nested sampling. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. New book on Interferometric detectors ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@AEI: http://hyperspace.aei.mpg.de/?p=9352 Additional Information: http://www.springer.com/physics/theoretical%2C+mathematical+%26+computation… Springer has just published the book: "Advanced Interferometers and the Search for Gravitational Waves" Lectures from the First VESF School on Advanced Detectors for Gravitational Waves Series: Astrophysics and Space Science Library, Vol. 404 Bassan, Massimo (Ed.) ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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