PLANETARY EXPLORATION NEWSLETTER Volume 11, Number 14 (April 2, 2017) PEN Website: http://planetarynews.org Editor: Elisabeth Adams Co-Editors: Karen R. Stockstill-Cahill, Mark V. Sykes Email: pen_editor at psi.edu o-------------------------TABLE OF CONTENTS---------------------------o 1. Postdoctoral Researcher at Arizona State University 2. XVIIIth International Conference on the Origin of Life 3. Take the Planetary Map Survey (MAPSIT) 4. Volunteer as a Total Solar Eclipse Subject Matter Expert 5. VEXAG Meeting #15 6. Planetary Geomorphology Image of the Month 7. 51st ESLAB Symposium: Extreme Habitable Worlds 8. Two Postdoctoral Positions at Northern Arizona University 9. [NASA] PDS - New Horizons Data Release 10. 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 POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER AT ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY The NSF-funded SIMS facility at Arizona State University (ASU) is seeking a Postdoctoral researcher to start in August 2017. This position is in the laboratory of Dr. Maitrayee Bose, a new Assistant Professor in the School of Earth and Space Exploration (SESE), who will oversee the NanoSIMS (Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry) instrument at ASU. She investigates the isotopic properties of dust grains and organics formed in stellar and nebular environments. She also studies the volatile component of tiny grains, including samples from asteroid Itokawa. Details of research projects will be discussed in person, but will involve use and development of high resolution isotopic measurements using the NanoSIMS. Prior analytical experience with SIMS/NanoSIMS instrumentation is required, but familiarity with the specific research involved is not a prerequisite. The successful candidate should have a PhD before Aug 2017 in a relevant field (e.g. geology, physics, materials physics, solid state chemistry) and should have a track record of publication in peer-reviewed international journals, together with good communication skills for presenting results at international meetings. Candidates interested in the above position should contact Maitrayee Bose (mbose2@asu.edu or 480-965-4244) as soon as possible. 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 XVIIIth INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON THE ORIGIN OF LIFE The XVIIIth International Conference on the Origin of Life will be held July 16-21, 2017 in San Diego, CA. This conference provides an important opportunity for planetary scientists, astronomers, chemists, natural historians, and others to meet and tackle the issue of the transition from non-living systems to the living state. Topics of interest include * the physical and chemical environments on the early Earth; * studies on the evolution of life at its earliest stages; * identifying the traces left in the geological record; * checking the possibility that a similar process could have evolved in other places of the solar system or exoplanets; and * considering the philosophical and historical issues associated with the developments of these research approaches. Early career researchers are especially encouraged to attend. The abstract deadline is April 11. For more information, please see: http://www.hou.usra.edu/meetings/issol2017 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 TAKE THE PLANETARY MAP SURVEY (MAPSIT) Please take a few minutes to fill out this short anonymous survey about planetary map creation and use. This request takes <5 minutes and covers all types of mapping efforts focused on non-terrestrial bodies. http://bit.ly/map_input Poll results will help inform how planetary geoscience mapping efforts can be improved. Results and paths forward will be posted on the MAPSIT webpage by end of summer: http://www.lpi.usra.edu/mapsit Please forward the above link as needed to interested community members. Thank you in advance for your time. MAPSIT Steering Committee 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 VOLUNTEER AS A TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT Join NASA's efforts to engage the public about the August 21, 2017 total solar eclipse by volunteering as a Subject Matter Expert! NASA welcomes scientists, engineers, science writers, amateur astronomers, and science educators to identify themselves as subject matter experts, or SMEs, available and interested in supporting programs around the nation on August 21. By volunteering, groups seeking an expert speaker can reach out to you to join their event. To be considered as a SME, you will need to have a minimum understanding of selected eclipse content. Before filling out the application form you must download and review eclipse training documents. In addition, you must meet the following requirements: * Be at least 21 years of age. * Have a basic working knowledge of astronomy especially eclipses and the sun-Earth-Moon system. * Be available to support a solar eclipse event somewhere in the country as a speaker/eclipse educator. For more information, access to eclipse training documents, and to apply, visit: https://eclipse2017.nasa.gov/subject-matter-expert 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 MEETING #15, NOVEMBER 14-16, 2017 Venus Exploration Analysis Group (VEXAG) Meeting #15 will be held on Tuesday-Thursday, November 14-16, 2017, at the Applied Physics Laboratory, Laurel, Maryland. Current plans are: Tuesday, November 14, 2017 - NASA and Mission Reports Wednesday, November 15, 2017 - Venus Science and Technology Reports Thursday, November 16, 2017 - VEXAG Activities (adjourn at mid-day) If you'll be attending in person and haven't done so already, please enter your name on the Meeting Registration/Intent to Attend Form on the VEXAG Web-Site: https://www.hou.usra.edu/meeting_portal/registration/?mtg=vexag2017 on or before October 29. Look for a one-page abstract call in the summer. 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 PLANETARY GEOMORPHOLOGY IMAGE OF THE MONTH The April image of the month is now available at the IAG's Planetary Geomorphology web page: http://planetarygeomorphology.wordpress.com This month's topic is "Sedimentary basins on Mars, they contain a lot more sediments than we thought!" Contributed by Dr. Francesco Salese, Italian Space Agency. You can now follow IAG Planetary Geomorphology Image of the Month on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/PlanetaryGeomorphology or Twitter: @PlanetGeomorpho 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 51ST ESLAB SYMPOSIUM: 'EXTREME HABITABLE WORLDS' 1ST ANNOUNCEMENT We are pleased to announce that the 51st ESLAB Symposium, 'Extreme Habitable Worlds' will take place 4-8th December 2017 at the European Space Research and Technology Centre (ESA-ESTEC), The Netherlands. This interdisciplinary symposium will focus on key areas regarding extreme habitability on Earth, in the solar system and throughout the universe. Please find further details regarding science themes, as well as key dates, logistical and contact information, on the website: http://esaconferencebureau.com/2017-events/eslab2017 Registration and abstract submission are scheduled to open on May 16. We encourage your participation and look forward to welcoming you. Kind regards, The 51st ESLAB Science and Local Organising Committees 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 TWO POSTDOCTORAL POSITIONS AT NORTHERN ARIZONA UNIVERSITY The Edwards research group in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Northern Arizona University seeks two postdoctoral scholars. This group works on characterizing the surfaces of rocky planets and instrument development. The successful candidate will carry out independent research related to the job, is expected to publish scientific papers and, may submit proposals for external funding. Minimum Qualifications: A PhD in geoscience/remote sensing/planetary science or a related field Preferred Qualifications (Job 603079): * Experience with thermal infrared/visible-near infrared/visible remote sensing data of planetary surfaces, especially the Moon or Mars * Experience with planetary science software packages (e.g. ISIS, IDL, Python, etc.) * Strong background in scientific programming * Experience with GIS, thermal modeling and/or spectral modeling of planetary surfaces Preferred Qualifications (Job 603080): * Strong working knowledge of laboratory spectroscopic methods * Experience using laboratory/field instruments to address outstanding problems in geoscience/planetary science * Optical instrument development experience * Solid modeling and thermal modeling experience Applications must include a curriculum vitae, cover letter, statement of research interests and contact information for three professional references. Application deadline: April 20, 2017 11:59PM MST For questions, please contact: Christopher.Edwards@nau.edu https://hr.peoplesoft.nau.edu/psp/ph92prta/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/ HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant &SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=603079&PostingSeq=1 https://hr.peoplesoft.nau.edu/psp/ph92prta/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/ HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant &SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=603080&PostingSeq=1 9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9-9 [NASA] PDS - NEW HORIZONS DATA RELEASE BY THE SMALL BODIES NODE Small Bodies Node of the NASA Planetary Data System is pleased to announce that the following data for the New Horizons mission instruments have been released: * Updated Pluto Encounter (includes P2 delivery) and Cruise raw and calibrated data: SDC, PEPSSI, SWAP * Pluto Encounter raw data: REX * SWAP Solar Wind Derived Characteristics (level 5 data) We have also released * Updated Post-Launch and Jupiter Flyby raw and calibrated data: SDC * Updated Jupiter Flyby raw and calibrated data: SWAP The datasets are released as PDS certified, in lien resolution; the data, as well as mission and instrument information, are available at: http://pdssbn.astro.umd.edu 10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10-10 PLANETARY MEETING CALENDAR ADDITIONS June 12-13, 2017 Emerging Researchers in Exoplanet Science http://eres-yale.science New Haven, CT July 3-5, 2017 1st IUGG Symposium on Planetary Science (IUGG-PS 2017) http://www.dlr.de/pf/desktopdefault.aspx/tabid-11789 Berlin, Germany August 6-11, 2017 14th Annual Meeting of the Asia Oceania Geosciences Society (AOGS) http://www.asiaoceania.org/aogs2017 Singapore August 28-September 1, 2017 NBIA Summer School on Astrophysical Plasmas - From Planets to Galaxies https://indico.nbi.ku.dk/conferenceDisplay.py?confId=933 Copenhagen, Denmark October 16-20, 2017 Fifth Workshop on Robotic Autonomous Obervatories http://astrorob.iaa.es Mazagon, Spain December 4-8, 2017 Extreme Habitable Worlds http://esaconferencebureau.com/2017-events/eslab2017 Noordwijk, The Netherlands April 24-26, 2018 Planetary Science Informatics and Data Analytics https://psida.rsl.wustl.edu St. Louis, MO Posted at http://planetarynews.org/meetings.html [Editor Note: If there is a planetary-related meeting, conference or workshop that you think your colleagues should be aware of, 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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