MODEST-27 Conference

Modelling and Observing DEnse STellar systems 2027 (MODEST-27) is part of a long-running series of conferences bringing together researchers working on dense stellar systems and related phenomena. The conference topics focus on the interplay between stellar dynamics, stellar evolution, and observations, with connections to compact objects, gravitational-wave sources, stellar multiples, transients, Galactic archaeology, and upcoming large surveys such as Gaia DR4, Rubin/LSST, Roman, and spectroscopic programs.

This Conference will be preceded by the MODEST-27 School, from July 5 – 9.

Scientific Organizing Committee:

• Abbas Askar (CAMK, Poland)
• Alison Sills (McMaster U., Canada)
• Alessandro Alberto Trani (U. de Concepción, Chile)
• Ana Chies Santos (U. F. do Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil)
• Anna Lisa Varri (U. of Edinburgh, Scotland)
• Beatriz Barbuy (U. de São Paulo, Brazil)
• Bolivia Cuevas (UNAM, Mexico)
• Bruno Dias (U. Andrés Bello, Chile)
• Carl Rodriguez (U. of North Carolina, USA)
• Celeste Parisi (IATE, Argentina)
• Dominik Schleicher (Sapienza U. of Rome, Italy)
• Enrico Vesperini (Indiana U., USA)
• Fabio Antonini (Cardiff University, UK)
• Katie Breivik (Carnegie Mellon U., USA)
• Kristen Dage (Curtin I. of Radio Astronomy, Australia)
• Long Wang (Sun Yat-sen U., China)
• Leandro Beraldo e Silva (ON, Brazil)
• Maria Celeste Artale (U. Andrés Bello, Chile)
• Mario Spera (SISSA, Italy)
• Michiko Fujii (U. of Tokyo, Japan)
• Paula Coelho (U. de São Paulo, Brazil)
• Rafael da Silva de Souza (U. of Hertfordshire, UK)
• Rainer Spurzem (Heidelberg U. / NAOC, Germany)
• Silvia Toonen (U. of Amsterdam, Netherlands)

Announcement:

Click HERE for online application (opening soon)

Deadline: May 14, 2027

TBA

Announcement:

Click HERE for online application (opening soon)

Deadline: May 14, 2027

TBA

Venue: The event will be held at IFT-UNESP, located at R. Jornalista Aloysio Biondi, 120 – Barra Funda, São Paulo. The easiest way to reach us is by subway or bus, See arrival instructions here.

Accommodation: Participants whose accommodation will be provided by the institute will stay at Hotel Intercity the Universe Paulista. Hotel recommendations are available here.

Attention! Some participants in ICTP-SAIFR activities have received email from fake travel agencies asking for credit card information. All communication with participants will be made by ICTP-SAIFR staff using an e-mail “@ictp-saifr.org”. We will not send any mailings about accommodation that require a credit card number or any sort of deposit. Also, if you are staying at Hotel Intercity the Universe Paulista, please confirm with the Uber/Taxi driver that the hotel is located at Rua Pamplona 83 in Bela Vista (and not in Jardim Etelvina).

Attention! Some participants in ICTP-SAIFR activities have received email from fake travel agencies asking for credit card information. All communication with participants will be made by ICTP-SAIFR staff using an e-mail “@ictp-saifr.org”. We will not send any mailings about accommodation that require a credit card number or any sort of deposit.

BOARDING PASS: All participants, whose travel has been provided or will be reimbursed by ICTP-SAIFR, should bring the boarding pass  upon registration. The return boarding pass (PDF, if online check-in, scan or picture, if physical) should be sent to secretary@ictp-saifr.org by e-mail.

Visa information: Nationals from several countries in Latin America and Europe are exempt from tourist visa. Nationals from Australia, Canada and USA are required to apply for a tourist visa. Check for some helpful information here.

Power outlets: The standard power outlet in Brazil is type N (two round pins + grounding pin). Some European devices are compatible with the Brazilian power outlets. US devices will require an adapter.

Badge: You will receive an identification badge upon registration, which must be used during the entire event. Without the badge, it may not be possible to enter the venue.

Security issues: Although São Paulo is a relatively safe city, be careful when using cellphones on the street, avoid isolated areas at night, and be aware when crossing the street that cars may not stop for pedestrians. Also, please do not leave valuable items like laptops unattended even for short breaks. At the IFT-UNESP, there are storage lockers available and keys can be obtained with our secretaries.