[MODEST] 2nd: AMUSE workshop, 5-7 october 2009

[Inti Pelupessy]

Second Announcement for the

AMUSE kickoff meeting and workshop
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MODEST-9d
Leiden, October 5-7

Organizers:  Gijs Nelemans, Marco Spaans, Simon Portegies Zwart
  Arjen van Elteren, Inti Pelupessy

1.) General information
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  This is a reminder for the AMUSE kickof and workshop meeting of 5-7
  Octobre 2009. This workshop marks the start of the development of
  the astrophysical multipurpose software environment (AMUSE).
  Everyone with an interest in multiphysics simulations of astrophysical
  objects is cordially invited. (If you have already registered you will
  receive additional information shortly)

  Building on the success and experiences of MUSE, the AMUSE package aims to
  integrate numerical astrophysical codes for multi-scale and multi-physics
  problems in stellar dynamics and galactic astrophysics. During the workshop
  key aspects of the preliminary AMUSE design, such as the new MPI parallel
  design, and its first release  will be presented in a very much hands-on
  meeting. There will be ample time  to learn about the capabilities of AMUSE
  and the steps needed to run simulations, integrate new codes or get them
  integrated into AMUSE. The input from participants in the workshop will
  decide upon the outlines of further development of the interface and
  technical  design. Thus to ensure  maximum involvement of the community we
  want to bring  together researchers and developers of astrophysical codes
  with the  MUSE designers at this workshop meeting.

2.) Date and venue
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   The workshop will be hosted on October 5th to 7th at the Leiden
   Observatory:

   | Leiden Observatory
   | University of Leiden
   | Niels Bohrweg 2
   | NL-2333 CA Leiden
   | The Netherlands

3.) Organization&Contact
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  the organizing committee consists of:

  | Gijs Nelemans
  | Marco Spaans
  | Simon Portegies Zwart
  | Arjen van Elteren
  | Inti Pelupessy

  to be contacted at: amuse_workshop_2009 at strw.leidenuniv.nl

4.) Registration
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  For participation in this this workshop no fee will be due. Registration can
  be done by sending an email to amuse_workshop_2009 at strw.leidenuniv.nl
  providing personal information (name, position & affiliation).
  Registration preferably before September 1st.

5.) Program
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  The program will consist of presentations by the core
  development team on the current status and design of AMUSE. Furthermore a
  small number of invited talks will be held on scientific topics connected
  to AMUSE. About half of the program will consist of hands-on workshop
  sessions where small groups will work on AMUSE code.

6.) Other information
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  - Travelling to Leiden

   Leiden is easily reached by train (http://www.ns.nl). The nearest airport is
   Amsterdam  Schiphol Airport (15 min by train), other nearby airports are:
   Rotterdam (30 min), Eindhoven (1:45) and Brussel (2:30). The institute
   itself is a 15 min walk or short bus ride from the train station and city
   center. Detailed information can be found on:

   http://www.strw.leidenuniv.nl/about/directions.php?node=72

  - accommodation

   The following nearby hotels are available:

   Hotel Bastion Leiden / Oegstgeest
    (http://www.bastionhotel.nl/en/ourhotels/oegstgeest/)
   Hotel Het Haagsche Schouw
    (http://www.hotelleiden.nl)
   Hotel Tulip Inn
    (http://www.tulipinnleidencentre.nl>)
   Hotel De Doelen
    (http://www.hoteldedoelen.com>)
   Hotel Mayflower
    (http://www.hotelmayflower.nl/)
   Hotel Nieuw Minerva
    (http://www.nieuwminerva.nl)

   The cost will be about Euro 100 per night. If needed,
   contact us for more assistance or information.

  - financial support

   There are limited number of grants available for partial financial support.
   Contact the organization for further details.

  - website

   The following website will provide information:
   www.strw.leidenuniv.nl/amuse_workshop_2009

  - documentation

   Participants in the workshop will receive AMUSE documentation prior to
   the workshop.