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29-05-2018
2018 SKA-NL Science Meeting
| Submitter: | Jess Broderick |
| Description: | On May 24th, 50 participants attended the 2018 Square Kilometre Array Netherlands (SKA-NL) Science meeting. The meeting was held at ASTRON in Dwingeloo and organised to give participants updates on the project and in the working groups. Several astronomers from the NL SKA science working groups and focus groups gave a series of update talks. Besides, some great scientific highlights were presented. As well as current and future plans with the SKA precursors and pathfinders. Initial thoughts on how these groups could potentially evolve into key science projects were shared, and some roadblocks that are impeding progress were also described. In addition to the series of talks, two lively and productive discussion sessions were held. These discussions covered the topics of the formation of key science projects, and science input for regional data centres. It was clear from the meeting that the SKA-NL community is a strong and active one, displaying leadership and carrying out high-impact science with the precursors and pathfinders. During the meeting, a number of clear themes and synergies emerged, which will now be further explored and built upon such that the SKA-NL community continues to play a leading role in ensuring that the SKA will be a truly transformational facility. Photo: the group of participants of the SKA-NL Science meeting |
| Copyright: | ASTRON |
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