Cologne-Bonn Symposium on the habitats of massive stars across cosmic time

Overview

August 17, 2026 – August 21, 2026 at the University of Cologne

We are excited to announce a conference that will bring together the world’s top researchers in the field of massive star formation and evolution, with a focus on the latest advances in simulations and observations. This meeting will provide a unique opportunity to explore the latest discoveries and advancements in our understanding of the habitats of massive stars across cosmic time.

Conference Highlights:

  • Plenary talks by leading experts in the field
  • Contributed talks and posters by early-career researchers
  • Science Slam
  • Interactive discussions and debates on the latest research findings
  • Opportunities for networking and collaboration with colleagues from around the world

Local Organising Committee

  • Emma Bordier
  • Isabelle Breloy
  • Constantina Fotopolou-Rathjen
  • Ying-Chi Hu
  • Huyen Nguyen
  • Tatiana Rodriguez 
  • Daniel Seifried           
  • Robert Simon
  • Sven Thorwirth
  • Stefanie Walch-Gassner

Scientific Organising Committee

  • Frank Bigiel (Universität Bonn)
  • Pierre Cox (Institut d’Astrophysique de Paris)
  • René Oudmaijer (University of Leeds)
  • Elena Redaelli (ESO) 
  • Anna Rosen (University of California)
  • Marta Sewilo (Goddard Space Flight Center)
  • Stefanie Walch-Gassner (Universität zu Köln)
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