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1. Planet Characterization 2024: Abstract Deadline December 8
2. Graduate Degree Programs at the University of Edinburgh
3. EGU Session P2.1: Exploring the Mysteries of Jupiter's Icy Moons and
   their Space Environment
4. IGARSS Session CCS.43: Geology and Geophysics across the Solar
   System
5. [NASA] Planetary Science Townhalls at AGU Fall Meeting
6. International Lunar Year Proposal from the U.S. State Department:
   Discussion at AGU23
7. New MARSIS PDS Archive is Now a JMARS Layer
8. 2024 GMAP Planetary Geologic Mapping Winter School
9. LPI Accepting Applications for the McKay Postdoctoral Fellowship
10. LPI Accepting Applications for the 2024 Summer Intern Program
11. Planetary Geomorphology Image of the Month
12. Assistant Professor Geophysics - Louisiana State University
13. [NASA] PDS: Mars 2020 Mission Release 8
14. [NASA] PDS: Aperiodic PDS Data Releases in 2023.11
15. [NASA] PDS: Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter Data Release 67
16. OPAG Townhall at AGU (New Date: December 13)
17. Postdoctoral Positions in Reaction Dynamics & Planetary Sciences &
    Materials Science, University of Hawaii at Manoa
18. Planetary Meeting Calendar Additions
19. Planetary Science Journal - New Papers

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C1. Karman+ Announces Call for Proposals: High Frontier Payloads
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PLANET CHARACTERIZATION 2024: ABSTRACT DEADLINE DECEMBER 8

Can or should scientists and educators consider round moons to be
planets? Are rogue planets ... planets? How can scientist-educators
leverage planet characterization as a hook to increase scientific
literacy in the population?

If those questions intrigued you, consider submitting an abstract for
the Planet Characterization Workshop to be held February 21-23 in
Houston and virtually:

https://www.hou.usra.edu/meetings/planetcharacterization2024/abstracts/

Note that abstract submission ends December 8.

Invited and confirmed speakers include Phil Metzger, University of
Central Florida; Chris Bradburne, Johns Hopkins University Applied
Physics Laboratory; Ravi Kumar Kopparapu, NASA Goddard Space Flight
Center; Jack Lissauer, NASA Ames Research Center; Jean-Luc Margot,
University of California; Constance Martin-Trembley, Endeavour Middle
School; Alan Stern, Southwest Research Institute; Katie Bennett, Johns
Hopkins University; and Steven Dick, NASA United States Naval
Observatory.

Questions? Contact: Mark Sykes (sykes@psi.edu), Alan Stern
(alan@boulder.swri.edu), Katie Bennett (kbenne50@jhu.edu), or Kirby
Runyon (krunyon@psi.edu).


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GRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

The University of Edinburgh is offering opportunities for PhDs,
including those with the Earth and Planetary Sciences Institute and
connected with the E4 DTP:

https://www.ed.ac.uk/e4-dtp/how-to-apply

For alternative funding/scholarship options, see links at:

https://tinyurl.com/mudyh6ra

The application deadline for the PhD program is January 4, 2024.

For the University of Edinburgh's Masters in Astrobiology and
Planetary Sciences, go to:

https://tinyurl.com/mr3p4wd2

For the University of Edinburgh's Masters by Research (MScR) in
Geosciences (able to accomodate planetary science projects), go to:

https://tinyurl.com/yc5th7hh

The deadline for applications to the Masters programs is approaching:
December 15, 2023.


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EGU SESSION P2.1: EXPLORING THE MYSTERIES OF JUPITER'S ICY MOONS AND
THEIR SPACE ENVIRONMENT

The European Geosciences Union (EGU) General Assembly 2024 is planned
to be held in Vienna, Austria & Online, 14-19 April 2024.

Short Session Description: The arrival of the Europa Clipper and
Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (Juice) spacecraft at Jupiter in the early
2030s will represent a watershed moment in the field of planetary
science by providing, for the first time, simultaneous long-term
observations in the Jovian system by two spacecraft. This conference
session aims to bring together scientists to discuss the latest
advancements in our understanding of the Jupiter system and the
implications for habitability, geology, and planetary science. We
invite contributions from scientists at all career stages and
backgrounds with the aim to foster collaboration, share knowledge,
and inspire further research in this exciting and rapidly evolving
field of planetary science. See:

https://meetingorganizer.copernicus.org/EGU24/session/48127

Deadlines:

Abstracts are due 10 January 2024, 13:00 CET
Support applications are due 01 December 2023, 13:00 CET

For information on how to submit an abstract, go to:

https://www.egu24.eu/programme/how_to_submit.html

Convener: Haje Korth
Co-conveners: Bonnie Buratti, Claire Vallat, Anezina Solomonidou,
Emma Bunce


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IGARSS SESSION CCS.43: GEOLOGY AND GEOPHYSICS ACROSS THE SOLAR SYSTEM

The 2024 IEEE International Geoscience and Remote Sensing Symposium
(IGARSS) is planned to be held in Athens, Greece, 7-12 July 2024.

Planetary geology studies and the understanding of outer space exotic
worlds is largely based on analyses of various remote sensing data
acquired by space missions. Space borne remote sensing is fundamental
in understanding the formation and evolution of planetary surfaces and
shallow subsurfaces. Extreme conditions on outer Solar System bodies,
such as the Jovian, Saturnian, and ice giant satellites, result in
different types of volcanism and tectonism. We invite contributions
that cover a wide range of topics including geomorphology and
composition of volcanic deposits, edifices, and plumes,
volcano-induced deformation and edifice growth and collapse to
tectonic structures, faulting and fracturing processes, crustal
stress and strain analysis, cryovolcanism, and any study related to
planetary endogenic processes.

Manuscript submission and travel support applications are due:
5 January 2024.

For information on how to submit a manuscript, go to:

https://www.2024.ieeeigarss.org/papers.php

Chair: Anezina Solomonidou
Co-chair: Dimitris Mylonas


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[NASA] PLANETARY SCIENCE TOWNHALLS AT AGU FALL MEETING

There will be two townhalls at the AGU Fall Meeting with
representatives from NASA's Planetary Science Division:

TH15A - NASA Planetary Science Division Townhall, Monday December 11,
6:30 to 7:30 pm (Pacific):

https://agu.confex.com/agu/fm23/meetingapp.cgi/Session/185182

TH35E - NASA Earth Science and Planetary Science Division's Commitment
to Field Campaign Safety: A Town Hall Update, Wednesday December 13,
6:30 to 7:30 pm (Pacific):

https://agu.confex.com/agu/fm23/meetingapp.cgi/Session/190280


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INTERNATIONAL LUNAR YEAR PROPOSAL FROM THE U.S. STATE DEPARTMENT:
DISCUSSION AT AGU23

The US's 2022 National Cislunar Science & Technology Strategy recently
endorsed the concept of an International Lunar Year (ILY) some time
later this decade and modeled after historical examples like the
International Geophysical Year of 1957-58 or the International Polar
Year of 2007-08. Especially as multiple spacefaring nations and
commercial partners envision returning to the Moon on an unprecedented
scale, the time is right to consider an International Lunar Year. A
sustained year-plus long program could combine elements of public
outreach and scientific collaboration to fashion a vibrant multilateral
effort, demonstrating how lunar exploration can be carried out
responsibly for the benefit and interests of all nations.

Over the next year, the U.S. State Department's Office of Space Affairs
will be carrying out informal outreach on a lunar year proposal in
consultation with the international space science community. Come join
us on Tuesday at 12:00 pm outside Room 215 Moscone South (the venue of
session P22A: To the Moon: A New Era of Lunar Science) for an informal
presentation and conversation on the International Lunar Year concept.

For further information, contact Dr. David Reinecke
(ReineckeDM@state.gov).


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NEW MARSIS PDS ARCHIVE IS NOW A JMARS LAYER

The optimized MARSIS subsurface sounding dataset recently released on
the Planetary Data System (PDS) is now available as a layer in JMARS.

The MARSIS layer in JMARS allows you to geolocate, browse along-track,
measure time delays and backscattered power in one user-friendly
environment, among many other capabilities. This includes radargram
overlays of both MARSIS channels, cluttergrams and depth corrected
versions. Check it out!

JMARS is an acronym that stands for Java Mission-planning and Analysis
for Remote Sensing. If you haven't downloaded jmars yet, go to:

https://jmars.asu.edu/download

Info on the new MARSIS dataset is at:

https://tinyurl.com/ymrkwrjx


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2024 GMAP PLANETARY GEOLOGIC MAPPING WINTER SCHOOL

GMAP Winter School 2024 Dates: January 22-26, 2024

Registration deadline: January 10, 2024

The Europlanet GMAP Winter School is focused on the production of
planetary geological maps of a range of Solar System bodies: building
upon earlier editions focused on Mars, the Moon, and Mercury, the 2024
edition will cover exemplary geological mapping aspects on Venus, Icy
Satellites and Small Bodies.

The programme will be largely hands-on, with a range of seminars
complementing the activities.

The Winter School will take place online, synchronously on
January 22-26, 2024, and asynchronously until the end of February 2024.

More information on the school, and the registration link are available
at:

https://www.planetarymapping.eu

The school is free of charge. The registration deadline is January 10,
2024.

Contact: info@planetarymapping.eu


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LPI ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE MCKAY POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP

The Astromaterials Research and Exploration Science (ARES) Division at
NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC) and the Universities Space Research
Association's Lunar and Planetary Institute (LPI), both in Houston,
Texas, are pleased to announce a new term posting for the prestigious
Gordon A. McKay Postdoctoral Fellowship, honoring the accomplishments
of Dr. Gordon A. McKay. Dr. McKay was a world-recognized authority on
planetary igneous petrology and geochemistry, and was the leader of the
ARES Research Office at JSC for over 20 years.

Applicants for this position should have (or should be receiving within
three months) a Ph.D. in planetary science, geoscience, and/or a
related space sciences field and a strong publication record. Research
experience in planetary science as part of or beyond completion of the
Ph.D. is strongly preferred. Applications are due January 31, 2024. For
more information, visit:

https://www.lpi.usra.edu/science/positions-available/#mckay


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LPI ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2024 SUMMER INTERN PROGRAM

The Lunar and Planetary Institute (LPI) invites undergraduates with at
least 50 semester credit hours to experience cutting-edge research in
the lunar and planetary sciences. Summer interns will work on a
research project with a scientist at the LPI or the NASA Johnson Space
Center. Students with majors in the physical or natural sciences,
engineering, computer science, or mathematics are preferred, but all
eligible students will be considered. The 10-week program runs from
June 3-August 9, 2024. The application deadline is December 12, 2023,
at 11:59 p.m. U.S. Central Standard Time. For more information, visit:

https://www.lpi.usra.edu/lpiintern


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PLANETARY GEOMORPHOLOGY IMAGE OF THE MONTH

The December image of the month is now available at the IAG's Planetary
Geomorphology web page:

https://planetarygeomorphology.wordpress.com

This month's topic is "Grabens, evidence for widespread recent
tectonism on Mercury", contributed by Ben Man, from the Open
University.

You can follow IAG Planetary Geomorphology Image of the Month on X
(former Twitter) (@PlanetGeomorpho) or Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/PlanetaryGeomorphology

Best wishes,

Lonneke Roelofs (Chair, IAG Planetary Geomorphology working group)


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ASSISTANT PROFESSOR GEOPHYSICS - LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY

The Department of Geology and Geophysics at Louisiana State University
invites applications for a tenure-track Geophysicist at the level of
Assistant Professor in the broad area of Geophysics, including Earth,
Energy, Environmental, or Planetary Geophysics. Collaborative
opportunities at LSU include the College of Science, College of
Engineering, and College of Coast and the Environment. LSU's Center for
Computation and Technology offers powerful platforms for research with
a substantial computational component.

Successful candidates will be expected to establish and maintain a
vigorous, independent extramurally funded research program and to
contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching in the area of
Geophysics. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Geophysics or related
field, postdoctoral experience, and a record of successful independent
research. Applicants should submit their cover letter, Curriculum
Vitae, statements of research and teaching interests, three references
who can provide letters of recommendation at a future date, and a
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion statement describing how you will
promote an inclusive learning environment and how your scholarship and
mentoring practices will support a diverse academic community.

Apply for the position online:

https://tinyurl.com/2p9nmryt

Review of applications will begin 1 January 2024.

Questions: Dr. Darrell Henry at glhenr@lsu.edu


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[NASA] PDS: MARS 2020 MISSION RELEASE 8

The NASA Planetary Data System announces Release 8 of data from the
Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover mission to Mars. This release contains
raw, calibrated, and derived data products covering sols 780-899 of the
mission, April 30, 2023, through August 31, 2023. The data are archived
at various PDS Nodes. Links to all the archives can be found at:

https://pds-geosciences.wustl.edu/missions/mars2020/

Data from the following science investigations are included in this
release:

- Mastcam-Z (Mast-mounted Zoom Camera System)
- Engineering Hazard and Navigation Cameras
- Helicopter Cameras
- EDLCam (Entry, Descent, and Landing System Cameras)
- MEDA (Mars Environmental Dynamics Analyzer)
- MOXIE (Mars Oxygen ISRU Experiment)
- PIXL (Planetary Instrument for X-ray Lithochemistry)
- RIMFAX (Radar Imager for Mars Subsurface Exploration)
- SHERLOC (Scanning Habitable Environments with Raman and Luminescence
  for Organics and Chemicals)
- SuperCam (LIBS, Raman, Time-Resolved Fluorescence, VIS/IR
  spectrometers, Remote Micro-Imager and microphone)
- SPICE (Observation geometry and ancillary data)

The release of the urn:nasa:pds:mars2020_mastcamz_ops_calibrated,
stereo, mesh, and mosaic bundles will be delayed approximately 3 weeks.

To access the latest PDS Data Releases, please visit the following
link:

https://pds.nasa.gov/datasearch/subscription-service/SS-Release.shtml

All available PDS data may be found at:

https://pds.nasa.gov/datasearch/data-search/

For further information, see the PDS Home Page:

https://pds.nasa.gov/


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[NASA] PDS: APERIODIC PDS DATA RELEASES IN 2023.11

In November 2023, PDS ingested and made available the following data,
none of which were regularly released with an ongoing mission:

- 2023.11.14 Galileo (Trajectory Pre-Jupiter)
- 2023.11.10 MEX (MaRS Ionospheric Electron Density)
- 2023.11.09 MEX (MaRS Radio Science Occultation)
- 2023.11.09 MEX (HRSC Radiometrically Calibrated Image version 4)
- 2023.11.08 Cassini (MAG Calibrated Full Res)
- 2023.11.06 Cassini (MAG Calibrated 1 Second Averaged)
- 2023.11.02 Cassini (ISS Global Maps of Jupiter and Saturn)

To access those data, go to:

https://pds.nasa.gov/datasearch/subscription-service/SS-20231130.shtml

To access all data archived in PDS, go to:

https://pds.nasa.gov


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[NASA] PDS: MARS RECONNAISSANCE ORBITER DATA RELEASE 67

The NASA Planetary Data System announces Release 67 of data from the
Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO). This release contains raw,
calibrated, and derived data products nominally covering the time
period February 9 through May 8, 2023. Some instrument teams are
delivering more recent data. The data are archived at various PDS
nodes:

- CRISM, SHARAD, and Radio Science data are at the Geosciences Node
- HiRISE, CTX, and MARCI data are at the Cartography and Imaging
  Sciences Node
- MCS data are at the Atmospheres Node
- SPICE data are at the NAIF Node

The data may be accessed at:

https://pds-geosciences.wustl.edu/missions/mro/

For a view centered on this release, go to:

https://pds.nasa.gov/datasearch/subscription-service/SS-20231201.shtml

All available PDS data may be found at:

https://pds.nasa.gov/datasearch/data-search/


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OPAG TOWNHALL AT AGU (NEW DATE: DECEMBER 13)

The Outer Planets Assessment Group (OPAG) will hold a townhall at the
AGU meeting in San Francisco. Please join us for a community discussion
on OPAG-related activities. We want your feedback! Topics may include
support for the Uranus Orbiter & Probe and Dragonfly missions, New
Frontiers, workforce, infrastructure (such as RPS and DSN), and R&A,
among others. We hope to see you there!

Date/Time: Wednesday December 13, 6:30-7:30 PM PT
Location: Room 3000 - West (Level 3)

https://agu.confex.com/agu/fm23/meetingapp.cgi/Session/192570

This townhall is sponsored by the Planetary Science Institute.


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POSTDOCTORAL POSITIONS IN REACTION DYNAMICS & PLANETARY SCIENCES &
MATERIALS SCINECE, UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA

The Reaction Dynamics Group, Department of Chemistry & W.M. Keck
Research Laboratory in Astrochemistry, University of Hawai'i at Manoa,
invites applications for four postdoctoral positions. The appointment
period is initially for one year, but can be renewed annually based on
satisfactory progress as defined by first author publications to up to
five years. The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Successful applicants should have a strong background in experimental
reaction dynamics and pulsed (tunable) laser systems. Experience in
labview, programming, and/or Autocad/SolidWorks is desirable. Position
and application details can be obtained from:

http://www.uhmreactiondynamics.org/

http://www.uhmreactiondynamics.org/wanted.html


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PLANETARY MEETING CALENDAR ADDITIONS

Note: Most face-to-face meetings going forward will have online
components. Check their websites for details.

Posted at https://planetarynews.org/meetings.html

No new meetings.

[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@psi.edu.]


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PLANETARY SCIENCE JOURNAL - NEW PAPERS

Direct Links to Open Access Papers

Editor, Faith Vilas
https://psj.aas.org

Material around the Centaur (2060) Chiron from the 2018 November 28 UT
Stellar Occultation
Amanda A. Sickafoose et al. 2023 PSJ 4:221
https://doi.org/10.3847/PSJ/ad0632

Investigating Diurnal and Seasonal Turbulence Variations of the Martian
Atmosphere Using a Spectral Approach
Naomi Murdoch et al. 2023 PSJ 4:222
https://doi.org/10.3847/PSJ/ad06a9

Spectroscopic Links among Giant Planet Irregular Satellites and Trojans
Benjamin N. L. Sharkey et al. 2023 PSJ 4:223
https://doi.org/10.3847/PSJ/ad0845


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PLANETARY ANALOG FIELD GEOLOGY INTRO FOR MANAGERS, ENGINEERS, AND
STUDENTS

Can you identify impact melt or pahoehoe lava flow indicators on the
Moon or Earth? Or, can you tell the difference between a pyroclastic
versus an effusive volcanic eruption? What about finding a
stratigraphic contact between geologic units?

If that left you scratching your head, then consider getting your
field geology game on. Planetary Experience Consulting LLC is hosting
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You may also email me directly (kirby@planex.space). The trip fee is
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This is one of the best ways to visit the Moon & Planets without
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