PLANETARY EXPLORATION NEWSLETTER Volume 7, Number 56 (November 24, 2013) PEN Website: http://planetarynews.org Editor: Susan Benecchi Co-Editors: Mark V. Sykes, Melissa Lane Email: pen_editor at psi.edu o-------------------------TABLE OF CONTENTS---------------------------o 1. Job Announcement USRA 2. EGU2014 Session GM2.1 - Digital Landscapes: Insights into Geomorphological Processes 3. Planetary Geomorphology EGU 2014 - Student Travel Support Deadline: 29 November 4. Post-Doctoral Positions at the University of Arizona 5. VEXAG Executive Committee Members Solicited 6. NASA Postdoctoral Fellowships 7. Photogrammetric Processing of Planetary Stereo Imagery Using ISIS and SOCET SET 8. Planetary Meeting Calendar Additions o---------------------------------------------------------------------o 1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1 JOB ANNOUNCEMENT USRA USRA is seeking one or more scientific staff positions in the Planetary Radar Astronomy department studying near-Earth asteroids and other bodies with the Arecibo Observatory Planetary Radar system. This position would involve observations, data processing, archiving, and modeling of near-Earth asteroids and other bodies with the Arecibo Planetary radar system. Experience with radar observations and techniques is *not* a prerequisite. Experience and interest in astronomical observations of Solar System objects, small-bodies geophysics, and/or numerical inverse modeling are desirable. Applications can be accepted at the technical staff (M.S. or equivalent experience), post-doc (Ph.D.), or research scientist (Ph.D + relevant experience) levels. The incumbent would be resident in Arecibo, Puerto Rico and be an employee of Universities Space Research Association. Ph.D. level researchers (post-doc or research scientist) would be expected to maintain an independent research program and encouraged to apply for partial funding support. For technical information, please contact Mike Nolan . USRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2 EGU2014 SESSION GM2.1 - DIGITAL LANDSCAPES: INSIGHTS INTO GEOMORPHOLOGICAL PROCESSES Dear Colleagues, After a vibrant session in 2013 with exciting planetary presentations we would value your contribution to our session on extracting insights into processes from digital landscapes. Session GM2.1 Digital Landscapes: Insights into geomorphological processes from quantitative interrogation and use at EGU2014 (Vienna, Austria 27 April - 2 May 2014) We encourage abstracts which concern the exploitation of elevation data for geomorphological analysis. This inter-disciplinary session will highlight developments driving innovation in the exciting uses of digital landscapes (DEM, DTM, or DSM) of the Earth, seafloor or planetary terrains. Much interest is expected in high-resolution DEMs on Earth, but any data source (e.g. laser scanning, SAR, photogrammetry, structure from motion, satellite-derived) is welcome. A full description of the session can be found at: http://meetingorganizer.copernicus.org/EGU2014/session/14779 Deadline for receipt of abstracts: 16 January 2014 at 13:00 CET All the best, John Hillier (convener) Paolo Tarolli, Susan Conway (co-conveners) 3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3 PLANETARY GEOMORPHOLOGY EGU 2014 - STUDENT TRAVEL SUPPORT DEADLINE: 29 NOVEMBER Students - the deadline for financial support applications is fast approaching - 29th November! To qualify you must submit your abstract by this date! http://www.egu2014.eu/support_and_distinction.html Planetary Geomorphology at EGU 2014 (Vienna Austria 27 April-2 May) GM10.1: The Planetary Geomorphology session welcomes abstracts concerning landforms and the processes that shape them on all solar system bodies. Earth analogue studies, flume/simulation work and novel approaches using remote sensing data are especially encouraged. This session has always provided a stimulating forum for cross- disciplinary discussion and we hope you'll join us once again to bring geomorphology and planetary science closer together. The final deadline for abstracts is 16th January 2013. Session details and link to abstract submission: http://meetingorganizer.copernicus.org/EGU2014/session/14256 Abstract instructions: http://www.egu2014.eu/abstract_management/how_to_submit_ an_abstract.html Regards, Planetary Geomorphology Conveners: Susan Conway, Matt Balme, Colman Gallagher and Andreas Johnsson The Open University is incorporated by Royal Charter (RC 000391), an exempt charity in England & Wales and a charity registered in Scotland (SC 038302). 4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4 POST-DOCTORAL POSITIONS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA As part of a new terrestrial analogs initiative for planetary sciences research within the Lunar and Planetary Laboratory (LPL), talented scientists and engineers with backgrounds in geology, geophysics, applied mathematics, mechanical/electrical engineering, informatics, and/or computer sciences are encouraged to apply. Successful applicants will work as part of a multi-disciplinary research team, with opportunities for field-based and experimental research, geologic remote sensing of planetary surfaces, and geophysical modeling. Research topics in Earth and Planetary Sciences will include: (1) development and deployment of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs); (2) fluid dynamic modeling of magma, lava, aqueous floods, and/or debris flows; (3) thermal-infrared imaging and thermodynamic modeling of volcanic processes; and (4) informatics and machine learning applications to geologic pattern recognition and data analysis. The appointment will be full-time (1.0 FTE) for one year, with the possibility of renewal for up to three years, contingent upon satisfactory performance and funding. Salary is commensurate with experience, but will be competitive and in keeping with other leading institutions in the United States. For full position details and to apply online, see: http://www.hr.arizona.edu and reference job #53859. The University of Arizona is an EEO/AA employer - M/W/D/V. 5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5 VEXAG EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS SOLICITED The Venus Exploration Analysis Group will have two openings on the Executive Committee in the coming months. Terms for these positions will be two years beginning approximately in the spring of 2014. Anyone interested in serving on the Executive Committee should submit a Curriculum Vitae along with a statement of interest to the VEXAG Chair (Lori.S.Glaze@nasa.gov) with a copy to Thomas.W.Thompson@jpl.nasa.gov. More information on the VEXAG charter and activities is available on the VEXAG web site: http://www.lpi.usra.edu/vexag/ 6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6 NASA POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS The NASA Postdoctoral Program (NPP) provides opportunities for scientists and engineers to conduct research largely of their own choosing, yet compatible with the research opportunities posted on the NPP Web site. Selected by a competitive peer-review process, NPP Fellows complete one- to three-year Fellowship appointments that advance NASA's missions in earth science, heliophysics, planetary science, astrophysics, space bioscience, aeronautics and engineering, human exploration and space operations, and astrobiology. A sample research opportunity in planetary science is: https://www3.orau.gov/NPDoc/Catalog/18624 Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in hand before beginning the fellowship, but may apply while completing the degree requirements. U. S. citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents, and foreign nationals eligible for J-1 status as a Research Scholar may apply. Stipends start at $53,500 per year, with supplements for high cost- of-living areas and for certain academic specialties. Financial assistance is available for relocation and health insurance, and $8,000 per year is provided for professional travel. Applications are accepted three times each year: March 1, July 1, and November 1. The latest NPP Newsletter: http://bit.ly/18GSlHK For further information and to apply, visit: http://nasa.orau.org/postdoc/description/index.htm Questions: nasapostdoc@orau.org 7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7 PHOTOGRAMMETRIC PROCESSING OF PLANETARY STEREO IMAGERY USING ISIS AND SOCET SET December 17-19, 2013 The Planetary Photogrammetry Guest Facility at the Astrogeology Science Center of the U.S. Geological Survey would like to announce a new Call for Participation for a training opportunity on Photogrammetric Processing of Planetary Stereo Imagery using ISIS and SOCET SET. The training is free to participants, and will cover end-to-end, hands-on photogrammetric procedures for surface extraction from Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter HiRISE image pairs. The topics include: - An introduction to photogrammetric procedures and surface generation techniques; - Overview of HiRISE imagery; and - Workflow and data exchange between ISIS and SOCET SET. The hands-on training will include ISIS preprocessing, SOCET SET import of image and reference data, orientation procedures, triangulation and bundle adjustment, manual and automated surface extraction of digital terrain models (DTM), editing, and data export. Please send an email to: Dr. Raad Saleh PlanetaryPhotogrammetry@usgs.gov with the following specific information: your name, title, affiliation, address, full contact information, a short statement describing your interest in the training. Seating for this session is very limited, so please express your interest as soon as possible. [Edited for length] 8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8 PLANETARY MEETING CALENDAR ADDITIONS Posted at http://planetarynews.org/meetings.html February 17-18, 2014 1st FISICA Workshop - Science Goals of a Sub-Arcsecond Far-Infrared Space Observatory http://fisica.iaps.inaf.it/wp/ Rome, Italy September 1-5, 2014 21st General Meeting of the International Mineralogical Association (IMA) http://ima2014.co.za/index.php/programme/11-accepted-session -proposals/80 Johannesburg, South Africa [Editor Note: If there is a planetary-related meeting, conference or workshop of which your colleagues should be aware, please send the date, title, URL and location to pen_editor at psi.edu.] *********************************************************************** * The Planetary Exploration Newsletter is issued approximately weekly. * Current and back issues are available at http://planetarynews.org * * To subscribe, go to http://planetarynews.org/pen_subscribe.php, or * send a request to pen_editor at psi.edu * * To unsubscribe, send an email to pen_editor at psi.edu * * Please send all replies and submissions to pen_editor at psi.edu. * Announcements and other messages should be brief with links to URLs * for extended information, including detailed descriptions for job * announcements. 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