To exploit the continued success of the Hinode mission we are holding a workshop to address the physics of magnetic flux emergence into the solar atmosphere.

The broad aim of this workshop will be to combine recent theoretical advances with the latest space and ground based observations, in particular the high spatial resolution data taken with the Hinode spacecraft. The workshop will include discussions on the process of flux emergence as well the associated chromospheric and coronal responses. To focus the discussions, it is essential that participants conduct some prior analysis related to a specially selected flux emergence observation. It is intended that the participants are involved in the definition of science questions to be addressed prior to the workshop. The theoretical and observational analysis will continue in break out sessions during the workshop.

Through bringing together theory, simulations and observations of flux emergence it is hoped that we will move toward a more complete understanding of the flux emergence process.

The workshop will be held from  22 to 26 March 2010  at UCL's Mullard Space Science Laboratory, near Dorking in Surrey. Due to the workshop style format, we can accommodate up to 20 participants. We welcome interest from PhD students.

There is a small registration fee of  £120  per person to cover daily lunch and refreshments, and a workshop dinner.

Further information, including registation, meeting schedule, local travel information, and accommodation, is available by going to our website at

http://bit.ly/fluxworkshop

or by contacting Lucie Green or David Williams or Louise Harra.

Looking forward to seeing you in MSSL!

Lucie.

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