Following the latest observational developments, the dynamics, dissipation and particle acceleration in relativistic, strongly magnetized plasmas are coming to the front of astrophysical research. To discuss the recent results, current trends and future directions, we are planning to bring some of the most active and influential researches, working in this field, together at Purdue University, May 6-9 2024. The workshop will mostly focus on the theory and computer simulations, with applications to pulsars and magnetars, pulsar wind nebulae, Active Galactic Nuclei, Gamma-ray Bursts etc. We also plan to organize a discussion session on Fast Radio Bursts. In order to promote new ideas, a plenty of time will be reserved for questions, formal and informal discussions. All the oral talks will be only by invitation, but we plan to organize a poster session for contributed presentations.

There will be no registration fee.

Purdue University

Location

Department of Physics,PHYS 223
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
http://www.physics.purdue.edu/

List of participants (in random order)

Previous Workshops, Purdue May 2014, May 2016, May 2018 & may 2022

Plasma Astrophysics Workshop 2014

Plasma Astrophysics Workshop 2016

Plasma Astrophysics Workshop 2018

Plasma Astrophysics Workshop 2022

Travel

Flying to Indianapolis (IND) is strongly recommended. Travel through Chicago (ORD and Midway) is also possible.

Shuttle from IND (approximately 1.5hr ride) and from ORD (approximately 2.5hrs ride):

Lafayette Limo

Express Air Coach

Reindeer Shuttle

Lodging

A block of rooms is reserved at Hampton Inn West Lafayette (about 20 min walk) under special rates, type in group code "RPA". Call in to 765-269-8000, give the dates of stay, and tell the receptionist that you are traveling with the Purdue Physics & Astronomy RPA group or go to

Group link

Another option is Holiday Inn City Centre (a bit further out)

Group link

On-campus parking permits will be provided.

Other lodging possibilities (e.g., convenient Union Club Hotel - but they do not take group reservations) can be found at https://www.homeofpurdue.com/stay/hotels.html