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Introductory Astrobiology

Dates
Monday, November 2, 2020 - 09:00 to Monday, November 9, 2020 - 17:30

Introductory Astrobiology is a free online event for primarily STFC funded PhD students including Mars mission simulation, skills sessions, lectures, panel discussions and keynotes from an astronaut and ExoMars Instrument PI.

Introductory Astrobiology is being hosted by the Astrobiology Society of Great Britain, STFC and AstrobiologyOU

Because of COVID-19, this Summer School will be delivered via Microsoft Teams.

 

Introductory Astrobiology will provide students with an insight into all aspects of Astrobiology, from theoretical, laboratory and fieldwork methodologies, to mission operations for data gathering. Students will get to take part in a Mars mission simulation scenario, providing them with practical and realistic insight into operating a spacecraft on another planet – and the teamwork skills this requires. In addition, Introductory Astrobiology offers a wide range of topics directly related to the PhD journey and to skills beneficial to a researcher in the 21st century. These sessions include budgeting and CV writing, an in depth understanding of public engagement and support for how to deal with pressure. The outstanding line up of presenters ranges from experts in theoretical and applied astrobiology to a mission PI and even a NASA astronaut! Make sure to check out the programme for details.  

 

 

This event will include:

  • Realistic Mars Mission Simulation
  • Keynote from Dr Stanley G Love - NASA Astronaut
  • Keynote from Dr Valérie Ciarletti - Principle Investigator of WISDOM on ExoMars
  • Panels Discussions with other students and Industry experts
  • Flash talks
  • Lectures
  • CV Skills
  • Social Media Skills
  • Public Engagement Skills
  • Dealing with Pressure
  • Grant Writing and Budget Skills

 

Important Dates:

Applications are now closed.

Full programme

 

Code of Conduct:

During the summer school please follow the code of conduct.

 

 

Terms and Conditions:

By submitting this application form you are registering your interest in the event and are not guaranteed a place. This event is limited to 30 participants and priority will be given to STFC funded PhD Students. You will receive a confirmation of your place if you have been successful by the 25th October.

By submitting the application form you agree that your name and contact details (i.e. email address) may be shared with the organising committee, speakers and other attendees through Microsoft Teams.