The first symposium of AbGradE (Astrobiology Graduates in Europe) will be streamed live on SAGANet October, 9th-10th at http://saganet.org/page/saganlive

The purpose of AbGradE is to start a network of early-career astrobiologists in Europe. Yearly symposia will be organized where young researchers can meet, attend background lectures, and present their work and ideas in front of their peers in a pressure-free environment.

The group emerged in response to the rising need for multidisciplinary collaborations and for the creation of a solid scientific and social network across the astrobiological scene. It will also strive to set a common interdisciplinary background in astrobiology including astronomy, geology, chemistry and biology.

The first initiative of AbGradE is to hold their first symposium in Edinburgh (UK). This meeting is strongly supported by the European Astrobiology Network Association (EANA) and will consist of two days of scientific sessions combined with networking and a public outreach event. During the first day, renowned keynote speakers will give overview lectures on the main subfields of astrobiology. During the second day, the participants will present their work through talks and posters. Discussions will follow, ideas will be shared and international, multidisciplinary collaborations will begin!

For more information about AbGradE 2014, visit: http://www.eana-net.eu/
The program’s timetable refers to Edinburgh’s time: UTC/GMT + 1h. If you can’t attend, watch talks live and discuss with us on SAGANet at: http://saganet.org/page/saganlive