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5th Einstein Telescope Annual Meeting, November 23-27 2026 in Prague

The 5th Einstein Telescope Annual Meeting will take place in the beautiful historical city of Prague and it presents an important opportunity to discuss key aspects of the ET collaboration and design.

Hosted by FZU – Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences, the event will be held directly at FZU premises. The modern Adéla Kochanovská Hall will host the plenary session, and parallel sessions will be hosted in other lecture halls and seminar rooms at FZU (address point: Pod Vodárenskou věží 3, Praha 8). The location is in the northern part of Prague, very close to the subway station “Ládví” (red line C, 15 minutes to city centre).

The meeting is open to all members of the ET collaboration, beginning with the lunch on Monday, November 23, and concluding again with the lunch on Friday, November 27.

Participants can join all sessions online via Zoom. Zoom links will be provided as attachments in the session timetable.

Social events:

  • Welcome Cocktail: Monday, November 23
  • Early Career Researchers Meeting: Tuesday, November 24
  • Concert of Classical Music: Wednesday, November 25
  • Conference Dinner: Thursday, Novermber 26

The concert will most likely take place in the Church of Our Lady before Týn, directly at the Old Town Square, where also the grave of Tycho Brahe is located.

Local Organizing Committee: Michael Prouza, Asen Christov, Věra Ondřichová and Michaela Pokorná, all from FZU Prague.

We look forward to welcoming all participants, both in person and online, for a productive and engaging meeting!

The registration is not needed for online participants.

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NEHOP 2027 – New Horizons on Primordial Black Hole Physics, June 14-18, 2027 at University of Patras

After four very successful editions in Naples, Edinburgh, Brussels and CERN we are delighted to announce the fifth New Horizons in Primordial Black Hole Physics (NEHOP'27) workshop. This year, it will take place in the beautiful city of Patras, Greece, from 14th to 18th of June, 2027.

This workshop event aims to nurture discussions and bring together experts on the broad topic of Primordial Black Holes (PBHs). From their phenomenological implications, their possible relationship to extant problems in the SM (dark matter, neutrino masses, baryon asymmetry, inflation), their theoretical underpinnings and origin, to the multi-messenger signals that are motivating state-of-the-art experimental developments.

While most talks will consist of short, technical presentations by young researchers, a small number of expert talks will be included to both provide comprehensive overviews and present new results on key topics.

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XV International Conference on New Frontiers in Physics (ICNFP2026), August 19-30 2026, Crete, Greece

The International Conference on New Frontiers in Physics aims to promote scientific exchange and the development of novel ideas in science, with a particular emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration. The conference will bring together experts from around the world, as well as promising young scientists working on experimental and theoretical aspects of particle, nuclear, heavy ion, and astroparticle physics and cosmology, along with colleagues from other disciplines, such as solid-state physics, mathematics, mathematical physics, quantum optics, and more.

The conference will be hosted at the Conference Center of the Orthodox Academy of Crete (OAC), which is situated in an exceptionally beautiful location just a few meters from the Mediterranean Sea.

Arrival day: Wednesday, 19 August 2026
Departure day: Sunday, 30 August 2026

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Cosmological Fundamental Observables and Novel Discoveries in Universe Evolution, January 25-29, 2027 at CERN

hile new discoveries in cosmology have revolutionized our understanding of the Universe over the past decades, many unresolved mysteries remain, such as the nature of dark energy or the physical processes occurring in the earliest stages of history. To resolve these questions in light of new observations, joint efforts across the whole community are needed.

The conference Cosmological Fundamental Observables and Novel Discoveries in Universe Evolution (CosmoFONDUE) aims at offering an occasion for scientists across all fields of cosmology to interact in an engaging and inclusive atmosphere, and to reflect on promising new research directions. A special focus is put on fostering exchange among junior and senior researchers. The conference will cover a broad range of topics across the full redshift span, including:

  • Inflation, pre-CMB cosmology
  • CMB surveys
  • Neutrino & particle cosmology
  • Gravitational waves
  • Galaxy surveys, large-scale structure observables
  • Intensity mapping
  • Supernovae
  • Modified gravity
  • Cosmological tensions

Confirmed speakers:

  • David Alonso (U. of Oxford)
  • Tessa Baker (Portsmouth U., ICG)
  • Julien Carron (U. Geneva)
  • Edmund Copeland (Nottingham U.)
  • Rachel Gray (U. of Glasgow)
  • Kylar Greene (Seoul Natl. U. )
  • Lavinia Heisenberg (Heidelberg U.)
  • Oksana Iarygina (NORDITA)
  • Jae Hyeok Chang (Seoul Natl. U.)
  • Elisabeth Krause (U. of Arizona)
  • Sung Mook Lee (CERN)
  • Vivian Poulin (U. Montpellier)
  • Mickael Rigault (U. Lyon)
  • Marta Spinelli (Observatoire de la Côte d’Azur)
  • Licia Verde (ICCUB)
  • Seokhoon Yun (Kyungpook Natl. U.)

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Ripples Through Time: Past Triumphs, Mapping the Future, November 25-27, 2026 at UWA Perth

Celebrating 50 years of gravitational wave research, science education, and future innovation

A century ago gravitational wave detection was thought to be impossible. Fifty years ago it was the quest of a small bunch of intrepid physicists. They faced challenge after challenge, but their optimism persisted. They uncovered new physics, invented novel instruments and new techniques. New disciplines like quantum optomechanics, space laser communication, clock technology and airborne exploration technologies emerged from their efforts. Year after year they overcame setbacks, never imagining that it would take 40 years of struggle to achieve their quest.

When the direct detection of gravitational waves was finally achieved in 2015, it marked the beginning of a new era in astronomy. It brought with it surprises and opportunities, new horizons and new questions. Today, thousands of researchers all over the world work together, using increasingly sensitive detectors to explore the universe in ways that were once unimaginable.

This symposium marks fifty years since Australia became part of the international quest to detect gravitational waves. Celebrating the remarkable achievements of gravitational wave researchers, it aims to inspire the next generation of scientists, map the future, and identify opportunities. What are the greatest challenges, what might we discover and what is the future of physics?

The symposium is held in honour of David Blair, commemorating his 80th birthday and recognising his extraordinary 50 years of contributions to physics, physics education and public awareness of science.

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APS Division of Particles and Fields (DPF), July 20-24, 2026 at Fermilab

The 2026 edition of the APS Division of Particles and Fields (DPF) meeting will be held at Fermilab on July 20-24, 2026.

Registration is now open. Please note May 20 registration deadline for non-US citizens.

Abstract submission for parallel talks and posters is now open at https://indico.fnal.gov/event/72820/abstracts/

The Fermilab Users and Affiliates Meeting will be held on the overlapping Friday, July 24, 2026 https://indico.fnal.gov/event/73552/

Please note that low-cost housing ($50/night) will be available in dormitories at nearby Benedictine University.

A limited number of student travel awards will be available: https://indico.fnal.gov/event/72820/page/4422-student-travel-awards

Important deadlines:

  • Abstract submission deadline: May 11, 2026
  • In‑Person Registration (Non‑U.S. Citizens): May 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM CST
  • In‑Person Registration (U.S. Citizens): June 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM CST
  • Virtual Registration: July 1, 2026 at 5:00 PM CST

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Gravitational Waves at the Fin del Mundo, January 11-22 2027, Universidad Central La Serena

Since the historic first detection in September 2015, gravitational wave observations have become routine, with the LIGO-Virgo-KAGRA network now detecting approximately one black hole merger every three days and having captured around 300 events to date. The future promises even more: next-generation detectors like the Einstein Telescope and Cosmic Explorer are expected to detect hundreds of thousands to millions of compact binary coalescences per year. These observations enable tests of fundamental physics in strong-gravity regimes, insights into the nature of compact objects and the evolution of stars, probes of cosmological evolution, and opens the possibility of multi-messenger astrophysics.

Join us for the 4th Gravitational Wave School in Chile (January 11-15), continuing a proud tradition of training a new generation of latin-american scientists in this growing and exciting research field. This time, the event will be followed by the international conference Gravitational Waves at the Fin del Mundo (January 18-22), inviting world-leading experts in strong-field gravitational physics and astrophysics.

These events will be held at Universidad Central in La Serena, Chile. La Serena is a charming seaside, in a region renowned for its pisco production and tropical papayas. Most importantly, La Serena serves as the gateway to some of the world’s most important astronomical facilities, including Vera C. Rubin Observatory, Cerro Tololo, Gemini, Las Campanas, and La Silla—making it the perfect location to explore the future of gravitational wave astrophysics.

4th Gravitational Wave School: Lecturers

Thomas Sotiriou (University of Nottingham)
Katerina Chatzioannou (Caltech)
Alessandra Corsi (Johns Hopkins University)
Pablo Marchant (Ghent University)

Gravitational Waves at the Fin del Mundo: Invited Speakers

Max Bañados (Catholic University of Chile)
*Clécio R. Bom (Brazilian Center for Physics Research)
Vitor Cardoso (Niels Bohr Institute)
Cecilia Chirenti (University of Maryland)
Katy Clough (Queen Mary University of London)
Anuradha Gupta (University of Mississippi)
Natalia Korsakova (Université Côte d’Azur)
Luis Lehner (Perimeter Institute)
Caio Macedo (Federal University of Pará)
*Rafaella Margutti (University of California, Berkeley)
Nicolás Yunes (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign)

*To be confirmed

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XVIIth Conference on Strong and Electroweak Matter 2026

The XVIIth Conference on Strong and Electroweak Matter 2026 will be held from 17–21 August 2026 at the University of Helsinki in Helsinki, Finland.

The conference will take place at the University of Helsinki Main Building. Information about the venue, including directions and accessibility details, can be found on the conference webpage: https://indico.global/event/14246/overview.

The scientific focus of the conference is the theory of the Standard Model and beyond at finite temperature and density, in and out of equilibrium, as well as applications to relativistic heavy-ion collisions, astrophysics, and cosmology.

The program will consist of a mix of invited (40+5 min.) and contributed (25+5 min.) talks — all plenary. In addition, there will be a poster session. During registration, participants may indicate whether they wish to contribute a talk or a poster. If the number of submitted talks exceeds the available slots, the local organising committee will allocate some contributions to the poster session.

Confirmed invited speakers are:

  • Dana Avramescu (Jyväskylä U.)
  • Simone Blasi (DESY)
  • Hannah Bossi (MIT, LNS)
  • Matteo Bresciani (Trinity Coll., Dublin)
  • Marcela Carena (Perimeter Inst.)
  • Lorenzo Gavassino (Cambridge U.)
  • Greg Jackson (SUBATECH)
  • Alberto Roper Pol (U. Geneva)
  • Kaapo Seppänen (U. Bern)
  • Bogumiła Świeżewska (Warsaw U.)
  • Anna Watts (U. Amsterdam)

There will be one free afternoon for excursions. Participants may choose between guided tours in Helsinki and a relaxing boat excursion. The conference dinner will take place in Suomenlinna, a historic sea fortress in Helsinki.

Important dates (UPDATED):

  • NEW Abstract submission deadline: May 25, 2026, 11:59 p.m. (EEST)
  • Registration deadline: June 7, 2026

Registration is available via the conference website:
https://indico.global/event/14246/registrations/4073/

The regular registration fee is 275 Euros. In addition, there is a limited amount of financial support for selected junior participants, allocated on a first-come, first-served basis based on a short justification provided during registration. All registered participants are understood to accept the conference code of conduct.

For inquiries, please use the contact information provided on the conference website.

We look forward to welcoming many of you to Helsinki in 2026!

Sincerely,
The Local Organising Committee

Sofia Blomqvist
Mark Hindmarsh
Hanna Lempiäinen
Heikki Mäntysaari
Risto Paatelainen (chair)
Tobias Rindlisbacher
Philipp Schicho
Satumaaria Sukuvaara
Aleksi Vuorinen

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The 12th Conference of the Polish Society on Relativity, August 2-7, 2026

The 12th Annual Conference of the Polish Society on Relativity (PoToR) serves as a key platform for fostering collaboration and the exchange of ideas among Polish and international scientists working in gravitational  physics.

The scientific program of the meeting includes mathematical and numerical relativity, gravitational wave science, relativistic cosmology, early universe physics, black hole physics, and quantum gravity models.

Continuing the tradition of previous editions, the conference will feature a mix of invited plenary talks and contributed presentations. We shall, in particular, support presentations from the early-career scientists.

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1st BiCoQ Conference: from gravity to particles, June 15-19, 2026 in Milano

The "BiCoQ Conference: from gravity to particles" aims at bringing together a broad community of scientists working at the intersection of gravitational-wave astronomy, dark matter physics, and experimental cosmology.

This interdisciplinary workshop is organized by the Bicocca Centre for Quantitative Cosmology (BiCoQ), and it seeks to discuss and explore the latest advancements in the study of the nature of gravity and matter across disciplines and scales, including:

  • astrophysical tests of dark matter on cosmological scales
  • direct detections of dark matter candidates
  • probes of gravity across a wide frequency domain.

Plenary sessions will review the state-of-the-art in our view of the fundamental constituents of the universe. Three focused parallel sessions will discuss ongoing efforts and the next steps in constraining dark matter and dark energy with astrophysical observations, the physics of gravitational waves from binary systems, and the search for new physics with detections of dark matter candidates beyond the standard model or ultra-high frequency gravitational waves.

Current invited speakers for the conference include:

  • N. Fornengo (Universita’ di Torino, Italy)
  • S. Vegetti (Max Planck Insitute for Astrophysics, Germany)
  • S. Simon (Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, USA)
  • A. Newman (Carnegie Science, USA)
  • U. Sperhake (University of Cambridge, UK)
  • N. Aggarwal (UC Davis, USA)
  • N. Luetzgendorf (ESA-ESTEC, Noordwijk, NL)
  • S. Fairhurst (University of Cardiff, UK)
  • More TBD

The conference will be held on the main campus of the University of Milano-Bicocca.

Conference Website