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As part of the SVOM General Program, the SVOM consortium is pleased to invite proposals for observations to be conducted in 2027. The policies and conditions governing this call are detailed in the following document:\u00a0https:\/\/www.svom.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/docs\/Call_for_Proposal_for_SVOM_General_Program_Semester_2027-v3.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n While formal submission of proposals is limited to SVOM co-Investigators and affiliate scientists, we warmly encourage members of the French astrophysical community to take part by developing collaborations with SVOM co-Is. These co-Is will assist in ensuring that proposals align with SVOM\u2019s observational constraints and will be responsible for submitting the proposals on behalf of the proposing team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n The current Call for Proposals (CfP) welcomes two types of observation requests:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although pointed observations are primarily designed for the narrow field-of-view instruments MXT (0.2 \u2013 10 keV) and VT (b- and r-band), all four onboard instruments, including ECLAIRs (4 – 150 keV) and GRM (15 keV – 5 MeV), are available for use under this call. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n The SVOM pointing strategy is specifically designed to maximize the detection of extragalactic transients and enable rapid follow-up by ground-based telescopes. To achieve this, the satellite maintains a nearly anti-solar pointing, avoiding regions such as Sco X-1 and the Galactic plane, and instead favoring directions near the Galactic poles. 85% of the observing time must comply with the satellite’s attitude law (SVOM B1 law; see CfP document for details). The remaining 15% of the General Program\u2019s observing time may be allocated to regions not compatible with this pointing strategy (including the Galactic plane). <\/p>\n\n\n\n Please note that acceptance of a proposal does not guarantee observation to be performed, as priority is given to SVOM\u2019s core science goals (GRB and multi-messenger\/fast high-energy transient detection and follow-up) as well as operational constraints.<\/p>\n\n\n\n SVOM data obtained through this CfP will be accessible to all SVOM co-Is and affiliate scientists. However, the proposing team will retain priority in leading the data analysis, interpretation, and publication. These efforts will be coordinated within the framework of the SVOM Observatory Science Working Group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n For further information, please contact the SVOM General Program Mission Scientist: Alexis Coleiro (coleiro@apc.in2p3.fr<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Transmis par Alexis Coleiro<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Announcing the NASA IRTF Call for Proposals – Open Sept. 1 until\u00a0Oct. 1<\/strong>\u00a0for Semester 2027A (Feb. 1 – July 31)<\/p>\n\n\n\n IRTF offers a unique range of imaging capabilities with broad and narrow band filters and spectroscopic observing capabilities covering wavelengths from 0.5\u00b5m to 20\u00b5m and resolutions of 50 to 80,000. Non-sidereal tracking of solar system objects, including near-Earth objects, is a particular strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Pre-observing training is offered for new observers and those unfamiliar with the instruments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n ToO interrupt and time critical programs are supported. Observing is usually conducted fully remotely. In-person observing to build experience or conduct particularly challenging programs is available, accommodation is included and transportation between the observatory and accommodation may also be provided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n For more information about proposing to time on IRTF, full details on the instruments, exposure time calculators and all other information needed for proposal preparation, visit https:\/\/irtfweb.ifa.hawaii.edu\/observing\/callforproposals\/index.php<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Transmis par Warren Skidmore<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n The\u00a0call for Letters of Intent (LoI) for 2028 IAU Symposia<\/a>\u00a0is now open. LoIs can be submitted using the\u00a0online form<\/a>, with a deadline of\u00a015 September 2026<\/strong>. All LoIs submitted by the deadline will be published on the IAU website. Although LoIs are not mandatory and no downselect will be based on them, submitting an LoI will flag possible duplications and allow the Divisions to facilitate a full complement of scientific topics. Following the LoIs submission, the call to submit full proposals will open on 16 September 2026 with a deadline of 1 December 2026.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Up to nine 2028 Symposia will be approved by the IAU Executive Committee. All proposers are stronglyencouraged to consider providing a hybrid platform for all in-person meetings. LoIs for fully online Symposia are also encouraged. Before preparing an LoI, please read carefully the Rules & Guidelines for IAU Scientific Meetings<\/a>. Additionally, the IAU places emphasis on obtaining a balanced program of meetings, both scientifically and geographically, and proposers are encouraged to consult the list of past<\/a> and future Symposia<\/a> to avoid (or carefully justify) obvious duplications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Transmis par Olivia Venot<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Pour faire passer vos messages, envoyez un mail au secr\u00e9tariat SF2A (secretariat@sf2a.eu<\/a>) avant le vendredi 18h pour une diffusion le lundi apr\u00e8s-midi suivant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
2. NASA Infrared Telescope Facility – Semester 2027A – Call for Proposals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
3. Call for Letters of Intent for 2028 IAU Symposia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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