Astronomy in Ukraine − Past, Present, and Future (MAO-2014)

July 17, 2014, Kyiv, Ukraine

The Conference devoted to the 70th anniversary

of the Main Astronomical Observatory of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine



First announcement

The Conference MAO-2014 is devoted to the 70th anniversary of the Main Astronomical Observatory of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine (MAO NASU). It is well respected as important event for the international co-operation in the field of astronomy and astrophysics in Ukraine. The Conference main topics are:

  • Star formation in galaxies of different morphological types. Evolution of low-mass stars (solar-type stars, cool, and ultracool dwarfs).

  • Modelling of the dynamical evolution of galaxies and galactic structures. High resolution modelling of the galactic center dynamics. Supermassive black hole co-evolution with galactic center. Supermassive black hole merging in galactic center environments.

  • Researches of Solar System planets and their satellites by methods of spectroscopy, photometry and polarimetry. Exoplanet systems and stars with disc structure: theory and experiment.

  • Physics and dynamics of small Solar System bodies: comets, asteroids and Kuiper Belt objects.

  • Solar magnetism and solar spectropolarimetry.

  • Cosmic plasma and energetic particles in heliosphere.

  • Fundamental and applied astrometry and geodynamics. Celestial and terrestrial reference frames. Application of space and ground astrogeodetic techniques.

Agenda

We plan to present historical review of astronomical schools of thought as well as to address issues of sustainable development of astronomical investigation in Ukraine. It will be make an assessment of new challenges and trends in the field of astronomy and astrophysics. As one of the special issue of Conference will be accent to the importance of social factors in the sustainable development of science. We will also emphasize the importance of mutual co-operation at all levels, from local to international.

The Conference agenda will include invited speakers, oral contributions, and posters. A preliminary program and further information about the Conference will be given later.

Language

The Conference language will be English.

Location

The Conference is organized by the Main Astronomical Observatory of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine and the Ukrainian Astronomical Association. The Conference will be held at the MAO NASU, Kyiv, Ukraine.

Kyiv has an international airport, railway and bus stations with connections to all major European and Ukrainian cities. Visa may be required for citizens of several European and overseas countries. Please contact your local Ukrainian Consulates beforehand. Please contact the LOC for visa assistance if it is required.

Pre-registration form

Please find a pre-registration form at the web-site of the Conference. At an early stage your information will help us to estimate the number of participants, their accommodation needs and expected scientific activities. Please send your pre-registration form to the LOC before February 15, 2014.

Scientific Organizing Committee:

Ya. S. Yatskiv (Chair)

Main Astronomical Observatory of NASU, Kyiv, Ukraine

P. P. Berczik

Main Astronomical Observatory of NASU, Kyiv, Ukraine

Yu. I. Izotov

Main Astronomical Observatory of NASU, Kyiv, Ukraine

A. Just

Astronomisches Rechen-Institut (ARI), ZAH Heidelberg Univ., Germany

I. D. Karachentsev

Special Astronomical Observatory (SAO) of RAS, N. Arkhyz, Russia

M. M. Kiselev

Main Astronomical Observatory of NASU, Kyiv, Ukraine

R. I. Kostik

Main Astronomical Observatory of NASU, Kyiv, Ukraine

S. G. Kravchuk

Main Astronomical Observatory of NASU, Kyiv, Ukraine

J. Krelowski

Torun Center for Astronomy, Torun, Poland

O. N. Kryshtal

Main Astronomical Observatory of NASU, Kyiv, Ukraine

Ch. Omarov

Fessenkov Astrophysical Institute, Almaty, Kazakhstan

E. V. Polyachenko

Institute of Astronomy of RAS, Moscow, Russia

N. G. Shchukina

Main Astronomical Observatory of NASU, Kyiv, Ukraine

R. Spurzem

National Astronomical Observatories (NAOC) of CAS, Beijing, China

A. V. Stepanov

Central Astronomical Observatory of RAS at Pulkovo, Russia

A. P. Vidmachenko

Main Astronomical Observatory of NASU, Kyiv, Ukraine

V. V. Zharkova

Northumbria University, Newcastle, UK

L. Zhengxin

Shanghai Observatory of CAS, Shanghai, China

Local Organizing Committee:

P. P. Berczik (Chair)

K. B. Agienko

M. V. Ishchenko

D. V. Kravchenko

S. G. Kravchuk

L. K. Pakuliak

O. O. Sobodar

I. P. Vedenicheva

Contacts

Postal address:

Main Astronomical Observatory
  of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine
  27 Akademika Zabolotnoho St.,
  03680 Kyiv, Ukraine

E-mail:

mao-2014-soc@mao.kiev.ua

mao-2014-loc@mao.kiev.ua

Phone:

380 (44) 526−31−10

Fax:

380 (44) 526−21−47

Web-site:

http://www.mao.kiev.ua/mao-2014