########################################### Table of Contents ########################################### 1. Conferences 1.1. XVIII Brazilian School of Cosmology and Gravitation, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 1.2. ACES Workshop 2022, Paris, France 1.3. Interdisciplinary junior scientist workshop: Mathematical General Relativity, Wildberg, Germany 1.4. 3D Supernova (Remnants). How to connect simulations and observations? Valencia, Spain 1.5. Women Of the World (WOW) in Physics! (online) 2. Jobs 2.1. Fellowships in Astrophysics, Astronomy Instrumentation and Gravitational Wave Science, Cardiff, UK 2.2. 7 Postdoc positions in "Theoretical Multi-messenger Astrophysics", Hamburg, Germany 2.3. PhD Position in Quantum Control and Gravitational Quantum Physics, Tuebingen, Germany 2.4. Assistant Professorship in Gravitational Wave Data Analysis, Utrecht, The Netherlands 2.5. Postdoctoral Fellow in Relativity, Durban, South Africa 3. News 3.1. Gravitational Wave Physics and Astronomy Workshop (GWPAW), Melbourne, Australia 3.2. Short term scientific missions in gravitational physics, Europe 3.3. Part 2 of Theme Issue on Mathematical Cosmology by the Phil. Trans. A. ============================================== 1. Conferences ============================================== 1.1. XVIII Brazilian School of Cosmology and Gravitation, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25064 Starting: 2022-09-12 to 2022-09-16 Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Additional Information: https://mesonpi.cat.cbpf.br/XVIII-bscg/#history Contact: bscg[AT]cbpf.br The Brazilian School of Cosmology and Gravitation (BSCG) is a traditional international school about Cosmology and Gravitation for graduate students, young pos-docs and researchers in the field, which has been held in Brazil since 1978. Some of the speakers of the school were Evgeny Lifshitz, Bryce DeWitt, Yvone de Choquet-Bruhat, Rocky Kolb, Claudio Teitelboim, George Ellis, John Ellis, David Schram, George Smoot, Werner Israel, Larry Ford, Robert Brandenberger, Slava Mukhanov, Jorge Pullin, Luca Amendola, William Unruh, among many others. The visit of these outstanding scientists to Brazil played a fundamental role in the formation of research groups in Cosmology, Gravitation and Astrophysics in our country, and the implementation of many international scientific collaborations. The 18th edition of the BSCG is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the Friedmann cosmological solution. It will contain mini-courses focusing on the primordial and hot Universe, the physics of extreme energy scales near the cosmological singularity, present in the Friedmann solution, and its possible resolution in the context of quantum gravity approaches. There will also be advanced seminars concerning aspects of the late Universe, and the upcoming tensions of the standard cosmological model based on the Friedmann solution. This edition of the school will also celebrate Mario Novello's 80th anniversary, the founding-father of the BSCG, dedicating one day of the meeting, September 12, to seminars and talks in his honor. During this day we have already confirmed talks of 30 minutes plus 10 minutes of discussions by William Unruh, Alexei Starobinski, Alexander Dolgov, Viatcheslav Mukhanov, Nathalie Deruelle, Ignacio Bediaga, Nami Fux Svaiter, Ivano Soares, Carlos Romero, Junior Toniato, Sergio Joras, Eduardo Bittencourt, and the former Minister of Science and Technology Roberto Amaral. In the following 4 days, September 13 to 16, 2022, the mini-courses of 4 lectures by Edward Kolb, Fabio Finelli, Antonio Pereira, Patrick Peter, and Suddhasattwa Brahma will take place, with 50 minutes for each lecture plus 15 minutes of discussions for each course. Completing these days, advanced seminars of 50 minutes plus 10 minutes of discussions will be held by Wendy Freedman, Leila Graef, Slava Mukhanov, and Jerome Martin. All days are divided in morning sections from 9 am until 12:30, with one coffee break of 20 minutes, and afternoon sections from 2:30 pm until 6:30 pm, with one coffee break of 20 minutes, with 40 minutes to visit the poster section, which will be exhibited in a room besides the main auditorium. The courses are introductory to research activities in the area of Cosmology, Astrophysics, and Gravitation. The seminars are advanced. The participants are expected to be senior undergraduate students in Physics, Mathematics, Astronomy, or Engineering, graduate students and post-docs in Physics or Astronomy, and researchers in these areas. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.2. ACES Workshop 2022, Paris, France --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25086 Starting: 2022-07-20 to 2022-07-21 Location: Paris, France Additional Information: https://aces2022.sciencesconf.org/ Contact: marc.lilley[AT]obspm.fr The Atomic Clock Ensemble in Space (ACES) is developing high performance clocks and links for space to test Einstein's theory of general relativity. From the International Space Station (ISS), the ACES payload will distribute a clock signal with fractional frequency instability and inaccuracy at the 1.0E-16 level, thus establishing a global network to compare atomic clocks in space and on ground. In the fundamental physics domain, ACES will provide a measurement of Einstein's gravitational redshift, it will search for time variations of fundamental constants, and contribute to dark matter searches. Moreover, it will measure geopotential differences between the ground clocks connected through ACES, it will perform time transfer and clock synchronization experiments, and contribute to the study of atmospheric propagation delays. The ACES program has recently suffered from major delays due to the difficulties encountered in the development and test of the active hydrogen maser and the time transfer microwave system. The COVID pandemic has not helped either. The constant support from the worldwide scientific community, National Space Agencies, and ESA has now brought new momentum and resources into the ACES program. The new schedule foresees ACES to be ready for launch to the ISS in 2025. With the revival of the project, we are also resuming the annual ACES workshops. The colloquium will bring together the scientific community to: - Present the progress of ACES in all domains, from the instruments status to the data analysis and the mission scientific performance; - Present the progress of atomic clocks and clock-based experiments for general relativity tests, time & frequency metrology, and geodesy applications; - Encourage international collaborations between research institutes for the exploitation of ACES; - Discuss recent results from space-based experiments as well as new ideas and proposals on fundamental physics explorers in space. The workshop will be held at the Ecole Normale Superieure, 29 rue d'Ulm - Paris, on 20-21 October. It will consist of invited and contributed talks. We warmly encourage all participants to submit abstracts. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.3. Interdisciplinary junior scientist workshop: Mathematical General Relativity, Wildberg, Germany --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25108 Starting: 2023-02-26 to 2023-03-10 Location: Wildberg, Germany Additional Information: https://www.math.uni-potsdam.de/en/grworkshop Contact: grworkshop[AT]math.uni-potsdam.de We invite applications for participation in the Interdisciplinary junior scientist workshop: Mathematical General Relativity which will be held from February 26 to March 10, 2023 in Haus Saron in Wildberg, Germany. Who can apply? Young researchers such as postdocs, doctoral and masters students with a background in General Relativity and in PDE Theory, Differential Geometry, or Classical Mechanics and with an interest in interdisciplinary exchange between mathematicians and physicists. Costs and funding There is no registration fee; room and board are provided for all invited participants. Limited funding is available to support travel of individual participants. To apply for funding, see the application questionnaire. Please do not hesitate to apply for funding. Organizers Carla Cederbaum, Universitaet Tuebingen Melanie Graf, Universitaet Tuebingen Jan Metzger, Universitaet Potsdam +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.4. 3D Supernova (Remnants). How to connect simulations and observations? Valencia, Spain --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25111 Starting: 2022-09-05 to 2022-09-08 Location: Valencia, Spain Additional Information: https://congresos.adeituv.es/supernova/ Contact: michael.gabler[AT]uv.es Supernova (SN) are among the most fascinating events occurring in the universe. Recent years have brought tremendous progress in observations of young remnants of these explosions that show a genuinely three dimensional structure of the ejected matter. New instruments like JWST or Athena will increase our knowledge further. At the same time our theoretical understanding allows us to model SN consistently from the explosion up to the first centuries in full 3D and first qualitative comparisons are performed. New numerical tools are becoming available to study also 3D effects on the lightcurve or spectra of SN explosions. Therefore, it is now timely to connect the observations to theory in a quantitative way. For this purpose, the models need to be improved and appropriate measures or metrics need to be found to quantify differences between observations and different models. In this workshop we aim at discussing the next steps to make use of the new possibilities to connect theory and observations. Some key questions could be: What are the 3D effects on: Morphology, spectra, lightcurves, gravitational waves... How reliable are observations? What is actually observed? How big are the "error bars"? What resolutions are achieved now and what can be expected to be improved in the (near) future. What is missing in the theoretical models to compare to observations? (e.g. molecule or dust formation, good understanding of mixing and instabilities, different physical processes: beta decay, cooling, radiation transport, cosmic ray generation, ionization, magnetic fields ...) How can we combine different approaches to maximize the return? Can we make quantitative statements to be able to compare to observations. Which kind of metric makes sense to use. What can be done now, soon and what not? What can we learn from multi-messenger astrophysics? In particular, what gravitational waves could tell us about SN explosions. How can we visualize and analyze the results? +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.5. Women Of the World (WOW) in Physics! (online) --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25120 Starting: 2022-11-09 to 2022-11-11 Location: Online, Frankfurt, Germany Additional Information: https://indico.cern.ch/e/WOW_Physics Contact: sagunski[AT]itp.uni-frankfurt.de Dear students, Dear members of the scientific community, Dear colleagues, It is our great pleasure to announce that the first international online conference WOW Physics! (Women Of the World in Physics!) will take place from Nov 9 to 11, 2022 and will be hosted by Goethe University Frankfurt, Germany. WOW Physics! will honor inspiring women in physics and celebrate their outstanding contributions in science. The conference will gather physicists from all over the world and all stages of their careers who work on theoretical and experimental aspects of astrophysics, atomic, molecular and optical physics, biophysics, condensed matter physics heavy-ion physics, geophysics, and particle physics. Confirmed plenary speakers are: Prof. Barbara Jacak (UC Berkeley) Prof. Barbara Romanowicz (UC Berkeley and College de France) Prof. Christiane Koch (Free University of Berlin) Prof. Claudia Felser (Director, Max Planck Institute for Chemical Physics of Solids) Prof. Heather Lewandowski (University of Colorado Boulder) Prof. Irina Artemieva (GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel) Prof. Johanna Stachel (Heidelberg University) Prof. Kandice Tanner (U.S. National Cancer Institute) Prof. Laura H. Greene (Florida State University and U.S. National High Magnetic Field Laboratory; U.S. President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology member) Prof. Margaret Gardel (University of Chicago) Dr. Maria Lugaro (Konkoly Observatory) Prof. Melissa Franklin (Harvard University) Prof. Nandini Trivedi (Ohio State University) Prof. Samaya Nissanke (GRAPPA Amsterdam) ... Everyone who is interested - no matter which gender and if student, postdoc, faculty or staff - is invited to join the workshop! Registration is free and now open! To register and for more information about WOW Physics!, please visit: https://indico.cern.ch/e/WOW_Physics We are very much looking forward to seeing you at the workshop! Best wishes, Laura Sagunski (chair), on behalf of the local organizing committee: Prof. Alberica Toia Prof. Camilla Hansen Prof. Elena Bratkovskaya Prof. Falko Pientka Prof. Francesca Cuteri Dr. Kristin Kliemt Prof. Luciano Rezzolla Prof. Marcus Bleicher Prof. Roser Valenti Tamara Caldas Cifuentes +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. Fellowships in Astrophysics, Astronomy Instrumentation and Gravitational Wave Science, Cardiff, UK ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25057 Deadline: 2022-07-29 Location: Cardiff, UK Additional Information: https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/physics-astronomy/research/research-fellowships Contact: InserraC[AT]Cardiff.ac.uk The Cardiff Hub for Astrophysics Research and Technology (CHART) and the Gravity Exploration Institute (GEI) are welcoming applicants for the following fellowship schemes: STFC Ernest Rutherford Fellowships (ERF) Royal Society University Research Fellowships (URF) Royal Society Dorothy Hodgkin Fellowships (DHF) The URF, DHF and ERF fellowships are aimed at mid- to senior-level postdoctoral researchers ready to transition into a faculty-style, independent research position. The group at Cardiff has an excellent track record of successful applicants (5 in recent years) and converting such fellowships into permanent positions. More information on the available fellowships can be found at: https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/physics-astronomy/research/research-fellowships More information about the research groups can be found at: CHART - https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/physics-astronomy/research/research-groups/chart GEI - https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/physics-astronomy/research/research-groups/gravity... To express your interest in applying for these fellowships, or for informal enquiries please contact Dr Cosimo Inserra (InserraC[AT]Cardiff.ac.uk) or Prof Erminia Calabrese (CalabreseE[AT]acrdiff.ac.uk) The groups have 33 staff members (in total) and several early-career academics. We host (and hosted) an ERC Starter and 3 ERC Consolidator, together with a centre for Doctoral Training in Artificial Intelligence. Our members help to found, and they are current ambassadors of the Cardiff Data-Intensive Research Institute (DIRI). We are also proud to hold the Athena SWAN Silver Award by Advanced HR as well as Champion status for Project Juno, Institute of Physics. Please note, that for the Ernest Rutherford Fellowships we are able to support a limited number of candidates. These candidates are selected via a competitive internal application process. Our internal application deadline this year is 12pm (UK time) on 29th July 2022. If you are interested in applying for an ERF with Cardiff University as your host institution, please read the instructions on our website (link above), and send the material to Dr Cosimo Inserra (InserraC[AT]Cardiff.ac.uk). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. 7 Postdoc positions in "Theoretical Multi-messenger Astrophysics", Hamburg, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25074 Deadline: 2022-08-31 Location: Hamburg, Germany Additional Information: https://www.uni-hamburg.de/stellenangebote/ausschreibung.html?jobID=4ff497f0... Contact: stephan.rosswog[AT]astro.su.se Three of these postdoc positions are funded by the Excellence Cluster "Quantum Universe" hosted by the University of Hamburg and they are immediately available. Four additional postdoc positions (to be advertised soon) will be funded by the European Research Council in the framework of the ERC Advanced Grant "From inspiral to kilonova" (INSPIRATION). With its Excellence Cluster "Quantum Universe" the University of Hamburg offers a vibrant international research environment with ample of possibilities to conduct original research across traditional borders. A major motivation for the "Quantum Universe" is to understand mass and gravity and the research team includes leading scientists from mathematics, particle physics, astrophysics, and cosmology at Universitaet Hamburg and DESY. The successful research associates will conduct original research on the timely topic of "Theoretical Multi-Messenger Astrophysics" in the group of Prof. Stephan Rosswog. The particular focus will be on the theoretical/numerical modeling of the electromagnetic and neutrino signals of major gravitational wave sources. Demonstrated expertise in the relevant areas of theoretical astrophysics (general relativity, hydrodynamics, nuclear equations of state, neutrino physics/transport, nuclear reactions and/or radiative transfer) and of computational physics/supercomputing are of particular interest. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.3. PhD Position in Quantum Control and Gravitational Quantum Physics, Tuebingen, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/07/18/phd-position-in-quantum-contr... Deadline: 2022-08-01 Location: Tuebingen, Germany Additional Information: https://uni-tuebingen.de/universitaet/stellenangebote/newsfullview-stellenan... Contact: daniel.braun[AT]uni-tuebingen.de The position will be offered for three years starting from October 2022 and will have as topic theoretical research in quantum control theory with applications to quantum gravitational physics and quantum optomechanics. The successful candidate will work in the group of Prof. Daniel Braun at the Institute for Theoretical Physics at the University of Tuebingen, Germany. We are a very active, internationally visible, and connected research group with broad research interests in quantum metrology, quantum information theory, and quantum optics. We value open discussions, eagerness to learn, and creative thinking, driven by a quest for deep understanding. We are looking for highly motivated candidates with excellent analytical skills, a sound working knowledge of quantum mechanics, and an interest in problems at the interface between quantum physics and gravity. The ideal candidate has previous working experience in quantum optics or quantum field theory (with a good understanding of quantum information concepts and tools). The formal hiring requirement is a master's degree in physics or an equivalent degree. Interested candidates are asked to send a CV (including a list of publications, if any) and a transcript of academic records to daniel.braun@uni-tuebingen.de, and arrange for two letters of recommendation to be sent to the same address. Disabled persons will be preferred in case of equal qualifications. The University of Tuebingen seeks to raise the number of women in research and therefore urges qualified women to apply. We will consider all applications received up to and including Monday 1 August 2022. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.4. Assistant Professorship in Gravitational Wave Data Analysis, Utrecht, The Netherlands ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25101 Deadline: 2022-09-16 Location: Utrecht, the Netherlands Additional Information: https://www.uu.nl/organisatie/werken-bij-de-universiteit-utrecht/vacatures/a... Contact: c.f.f.vandenbroeck[AT]uu.nl GRASP, the Institute for Gravitational and Subatomic Physics at Utrecht University, the Netherlands, is in search of a tenure-track Assistant Professor in gravitational wave data analysis. As our new Assistant Professor, you bring an excellent track record of original research in the analysis of data from the LIGO-Virgo detectors. Among the research topics most relevant to this position are novel contributions to the long-term detection efforts (including towards Einstein Telescope and LISA); the development of algorithms to characterise gravitational wave sources based on their observed signals; data analysis methodology for astrophysics, fundamental physics, and cosmology with gravitational waves; and/or multi-messenger astronomy. In this role, you will be actively involved in all aspects of academic life, including research and teaching at the Bachelor's and Master's levels, the latter including classroom teaching, supervision of students' thesis projects, mentoring, and curriculum development. In addition, you would mentor PhD students, collaborate with postdoctoral fellows, develop grant proposals to raise external research funds, and be a part of the planning and organisation of events such as conferences, workshops, and seminars, as well as outreach activities. Profile: We are looking for someone who enjoys working with and guiding (PhD) students and who takes pleasure in carrying out research in our area of expertise. There are a few necessities we would like you to bring: * A PhD degree in Physics or a closely related field; * A natural talent for communication; * A lively interest in teaching. Also, you are willing to obtain the university teaching qualification (UTQ) in the first two years of your appointment. In view of our commitment to a better gender balance, we strongly encourage women to apply. For informal inquiries, please contact Prof. Chris Van Den Broeck (c.f.f.vandenbroeck[at]uu.nl). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.5. Postdoctoral Fellow in Relativity, Durban, South Africa ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/07/29/postdoctoral-fellow-in-relati... Deadline: 2022-08-15 Location: Durban, South Africa Additional Information: https://astro.ukzn.ac.za/jobs/ Contact: hansrajs@ukzn.ac.za The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan. COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP ASTROPHYSICS RESEARCH CENTRE (ARC) 1 January 2023 - 31 December 2023 SCHOOL OF MATHEMATICS, STATISTICS AND COMPUTER SCIENCE HOWARD COLLEGE CAMPUS REFERENCE NO.: MSCS05/2021 The Astrophysics Research Centre pursues both a theoretical and experimental approach to studies of the gravitational field. A post doctoral fellow is sought to support the theoretical and mathematical areas of the Centre. The Centre staff pursue advanced studies on extended field theories such as Lovelock gravity, Einstein-Gauss-Bonet gravity, f(R,T) theory, Rastall theory and other modified theories. A number of fascinating unsolved problems exist in these directions and the use of computer algebra tools such as Mathematica, Maple, GrTensor II have opened up new avenues of study. The fellow is expected to strengthen the Centre's research interests in these areas and to also infuse novel ideas on field theory amongst faculty and students. The fellowship is for the 2023 academic year, with the possibility of extension to 2024 based upon satisfactory outputs of the successful candidate. The incumbent will report to Prof. S. Hansraj. Minimum Requirements: - PhD in the relevant area of General Relativity/ Mathematical Relativity/ Relativistic Astrophysics - Reasonable publication outputs in high quality journals post PhD - Experience in making presentations of your research at local and international meetings - Willingness to participate in the Centre's broad research activities internally such as talks, colloquia, assisting with supervising post-graduate students. - Excellent writing, communication and computer skills Enquiries and details regarding the post may be directed to Prof. S. Hansraj at email: hansrajs[AT]ukzn.ac.za; Tel. +2731 260 1006/ +27832324781. The postdoctoral fellowship is for 12 months (renewable for another one year), worth R200 000 (tax-free) per annum, usually paid in the form of a monthly stipend. It is made available by the National Research Foundation (NRF) of South Africa and due reporting procedures will be followed. The closing date for receipt of applications 15 August 2022. Applicants are required to submit the following: (i) a covering letter highlighting their experience in meeting each of the minimum requirements as listed above. (ii) a detailed CV including the list of publications (iii) contact details of two referees (iv) a copy of the applicant's doctoral degree certificate or PhD award letter. (v) a certified copy of the applicant's ID / permanent residency document. Foreign candidates must be in possession of relevant permits. Applications must be emailed to the school research and higher degree administrator (Mrs. Shereen Marimuthu), email: Marimuthus[AT]ukzn.ac.za, before the closing date. The subject line must clearly indicate the reference no. MSCS05/2021. Late applications will not be considered. Successful individuals will be contacted on or before 31 August 2022. Successful candidates are expected to assume office on 1 January 2023. An online interview will take place. The research group reserves the right not to make an appointment to this advert. Should you not receive a reply or update by the 31 August 2022, kindly consider that your application has not been successful. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. Gravitational Wave Physics and Astronomy Workshop (GWPAW), Melbourne, Australia ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/07/08/gravitational-wave-physics-an... Additional Information: https://www.gwpaw2022.org/ Dear Colleagues, We are pleased to announce that Registration and Abstract submission is now open for the 2022 Gravitational Wave Physics and Astronomy Workshop (GWPAW). The Workshop will be held 5-9 December at the Sofitel Melbourne on Collins, Melbourne Australia. Please visit the GWPAW website to register https://www.gwpaw2022.org/. The website will be updated as the program is finalised. If you have any questions please email info[AT]ozgrav.org. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.2. Short term scientific missions in gravitational physics, Europe ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/07/13/short-term-scientific-mission... Additional Information: https://sites.google.com/view/gravnet/ In the context of the Network in Gravity (GravNet, on gravitational physics including gravitational waves, black holes and fundamental physics) grants for short term scientific missions (STSMs) are available. The grants will have as host institutes one of the following gravity groups: Cambridge University, Instituto Superior Tecnico, Niels Bohr Institute, Pisa University, Sapienza University of Rome, SISSA, University of Nottingham. We are inviting you to submit proposals for STMSs starting after Jan 1, 2023 and ending before December 31, 2023 (applications outside this timeframe will be discarded). An STSM application should include, in a single pdf document (name of file: "Applicant_HomeInstitute_HostInstitute"): 1. Proposal title 2. Indication of home and host institute, as well as contact scientist in each 3. A brief CV of the applicant (max 3 pages, including email of applicant) 4. A short description of the proposed project work (1 page max) and motivation letter (1 page max) 5. An estimate and breakup of the financial request (specify if the home institute will provide matching funds) 6. A support letter / email from the Home Institution Applications should be made following at the network webpage (follow the link and password provided, any issues please contact the coordinator) After the STSM, the grantee is required to submit a short scientific report (one page max) to the STSM coordinator for approval within 30 days after the end of the mission. The report should contain the purpose of the STSM, a description of the work carried out during the STSM, a description of the main results and other comments (if any). This call closes Oct 1, 2022. All proposals will be reviewed and the results will be announced by Nov 1, 2022. The selection committee will take into account the scientific proposal, the matching of funds by the home institute and the geographical distribution of host and home institution. STSM recipients should acknowledge the Network and the host grant in any publication or talks. STSMs are a great opportunity for all scientists to exchange visits, nurture collaborations, or develop new ones. If you have any question, please contact the STSM Coordinator. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.3. Part 2 of Theme Issue on Mathematical Cosmology by the Phil. Trans. A. ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/07/14/part-2-of-theme-issue-on-math... Additional Information: http://royalsocietypublishing.org Royal Society Publishing has recently published Part II of a special double issue of Philosophical Transactions A entitled The future of mathematical cosmology (parts 1 and 2) compiled and edited by Spiros Cotsakis and Alexander P Yefremov and the articles can be accessed directly at www.bit.ly/TransA-2222 and www.bit.ly/TransA-2230 Purchase the print issue at the reduced price of GBP 35 per issue by contacting sales[AT]royalsociety.org ----------------------------- Felicity Davie Royal Society Publishing ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++