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12 December 2005 Boulder Solar Associates 1
A Survey of Solar Research, Education and Technology Transfer in the Boulder Valley:New Partnerships and Unique Opportunities for the 21st Century
Presentation made on behalf of the Boulder Solar Associates
Emily CoBabe-Ammann ([email protected])Laboratory for Astronomy & Space Physics, University of Colorado at Boulder
Tom Bogdan ([email protected])High Altitude Observatory, National Center for Atmospheric Research
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Outline
•Historical Developments
•Summary of Assets and Capabilities
•Current Collaborations
•Future Opportunities and Initiatives
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NSF Funded Faculty Line in Solar Physics at CU
• Rejuvenation of Graduate Student Training
• Renewed Focus on Community Curricula Development and Teaching at Both the Undergraduate and Graduate Levels (cross-institution)
• Hands on Student Educational Opportunities and Training
• Joint Thesis Supervision and Expansion of Graduate Training to Include Scientists from non-CU Institutions.
From this sprang the BSA…
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Current Collaborations
•Boulder Solar Day•Promote Discussions and Collaborations•Identify Opportunities for Coordinated Community Efforts
•Monthly Lunches for Staff and Visitors
•Monthly BSA Round Tables•Directors: Baker, Knölker, Fritts, Zwickl, Hassler, Toomre•Scientists: DeForest, Gibson, Woods, Metcalf, Singer, Hildner
Emphasis on strategic cooperation and initiatives…
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Future Opportunities
•Maintain Strength Through Funding Uncertainties•Leverage Extant Resources•Focus on Critical Strategic Problems•Diversify Funding Portfolios•Share Best Practices•Ensure Whole is Greater Than Sum of Parts
•Contribute to National and International Efforts That Promote Space Weather R&D and Education
•Function as a National Resource•Diverse Suite of Expertise and Infrastructure•Melting Pot of Scientists, Engineers, IT Specialists, Forecasters, Field Personnel, Policy Makers