Royal
Astronomical
Society Discussion
Meeting
Linkages Between the Solar
Interior and Atmosphere
Organisers: Dr Bill Chaplin (University
of Birmingham), Prof Louise
Harra (MSSL/UCL)
Latest News:
- One slide for all! In order to keep the main theme of
the meeting foremost in the minds of
the audience, we will be asking all speakers to have at least one
summary slide with the title `implications for interior-atmosphere
linkages'. The slide(s) should summarize concisely the implications of
the work for the main theme of linkages.
Aims and motivation of the meeting
Study of the linkage between the solar interior and atmosphere is one
of the Science Priorities of the PPARC 2002 – 2012 Solar System Science
Strategy roadmap. The linkage is most conspicuous in the magnetic
field, which, having been generated in the solar interior by dynamo
action, penetrates the surface and ‘holds’ the atmosphere
together. The pervasive influence of the magnetic field can be
studied ‘externally’ in observations of structures, and events, in the
solar atmosphere; and ‘internally’, via the small frequency, power and
damping perturbations given to the acoustic (p) modes. An understanding
of the interior-exterior linkage is vital for informing theories of the
solar activity cycle, with clear inputs to the field of
solar-terrestrial relations.
Studies of aspects of the linkage cover an exciting range of topics,
from the fundamental, underpinning dynamo theory, to atmospheric waves
and transients. We would also like to take the opportunity to
raise discussion on opportunities arising from the upcoming
next-generation solar
physics missions, such as the Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) and
Hinode (Solar-B).
Registration is free for all RAS fellows. Non-fellows
are charged a small fee (£15 to non-members, £5 to
students,
collected on the door).
E-mail the
organisers: Bill Chaplin
and Louise Harra
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Last Modified: 04/12/06
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