Planets in the Galactic Context
A workshop to unite the exoplanet and galactic astronomy communities
in building a comprehensive picture of how planets form, evolve, and survive
across diverse galactic environments.
A workshop to unite the exoplanet and galactic astronomy communities
in building a comprehensive picture of how planets form, evolve, and survive
across diverse galactic environments.
This workshop will take place at the
CCA/Flatiron Institute in NYC
September 30 - October 2 2026 (Wednesday - Friday). We aim to...
We can accomodate ~50 attendees
There will be no registration fee to attend, and support for travel/accomodation is available
The workshop application deadline is May 15 2026
Aida Behmard (Flatiron)
Adrian Price-Whelan (CCA/Flatiron)
Carrie Filion (Flatiron)
Daniel Yahalomi (MIT)
Kate Daniel (U of Arizona)
Lucy Lu (Ohio State U)
Megan Bedell (Flatiron)
Melinda Soares-Furtado (U of Wisconsin)
Sarah Ballard (U of Florida)
Sheila Sagear (Flatiron)
The open exchange of ideas, freedom of thought and expression, and respectful scientific debate are central to the mission of the Simons Foundation and the Flatiron Institute. These ideals require a community that recognizes and respects the inherent worth of every person.
Event attendees are required to observe all rules of decorum and show respect for all others present, as befits any professional setting. Conduct that is disruptive, causes discomfort or stress to others, or is highly unusual or disrespectful is grounds for removal from the premises at the Simons Foundation’s discretion.
Further, we are committed to providing an environment that is free from harassment, bullying, discrimination and retaliation. This includes offensive comments related to gender, gender identity and expression, race, ethnicity, religious (or nonreligious) affiliation, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, politics, or any other personal characteristics.
Those in violation of this Code of Conduct may be subject to immediate action ranging from dismissal from a meeting or event to permanent barring from the Simons Foundation and the Flatiron Institute, as determined on a case-by-case basis by our representatives or leadership. Adherence to this Code of Conduct is expected of all staff, visitors and conference participants. The code applies both to in-person behaviors and behavior during use of any other communication channels related to the Simons Foundation or Flatiron Institute, including social media. In addition, the code requires all staff, visitors and participants to respect requests for confidentiality during scientific talks.