The aim of this one-day meeting is to provide an opportunity for researchers in planetary science and related fields (e.g., astrobiology, exoplanets, early Earth) to share results and ideas, and to initiate future collaborations. The meeting’s focus is on the discoveries and opportunities afforded by the recent return of samples from near-Earth asteroids Ryugu and Bennu, the analysis of the moon and Mars by landers, and the natural return of extraterrestrial samples as meteorites (e.g., Winchcombe). We can also look forward to future missions to collect and return samples from the Moon, Mars and asteroids.
Presentations by Professor Katie Joy (University of Manchester) and Dr Ashley King (Natural History Museum, London) will help provide the setting, describe recent discoveries, and explore future opportunities.
Abstracts for ten-minute oral presentations, and posters, are invited from members of SAGES institutions, and contributions from early career researchers are especially encouraged. The meeting is free, and lunch and refreshments will be provided. Travel grants are available for early career researchers.
Registration opens: 14th March 2025.
Abstract deadline: 9 April 2025.
For any enquires please contact Heather Gibson or Martin Lee.
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