Aim of the Symposium
The main idea of this Symposium is to discuss the observed properties of Local Group galaxies, to analyze their formation and evolution in a cosmological context, and to explore the possible links with the high-redshift Universe. With the aim of using the Local Group as a test case to understand the overall galaxy formation process, we will bring together experts on very different fields, from observations of resolved stellar populations, to theoretical modelling of first stars and galaxies. To build-up a fruitful dialog among these complementary astronomical communities, we are proposing a transverse program, which juxtaposes local vs high-redshift observations, as well as observers vs theoreticians. Moreover, we are reserving dedicated time for the open discussion at the end of the Symposium.
Important Dates
Late February: registration begins
May 31, 2013: deadline for abstract submission
May 31, 2013: deadline for early registration
Early June: programme released
June 30, 2013: registration closes
July 8-9, 2013: Symposium
Nov 15, 2013: Deadline for Proceedings submission
Scientific Organizing Committee
- M. Monelli (IAC Tenerife, co-chair)
- S. Salvadori (Kapteyn Groningen, co-chair)
- W. Aoki (NAOJ Tokyo)
- M. Bellazzini (INAF - Bologna )
- V. Bromm (Texas Austin)
- G. Fiorentino (INAF Bologna)
- D. Hatzidimitriou (Univ. Athens)
- E. Łokas (NCAC Warsaw)
- E. Tolstoy (Kapteyn Groningen)
Local Organizing Committee
- A. Del Pino Molina
- G. Fiorentino
- M. Monelli
- S. Salvadori