School on Astroparticle and Multi-messenger ‬‭Astrophysics

This school in astroparticle and multi-messenger astrophysics aims to address key questions that link one of the deepest puzzles of the standard cosmological model—the elusive nature of dark matter—with the diverse ways we observe the cosmos: cosmic rays, gamma rays, neutrinos, gravitational waves, and, of course, the traditional messenger of astrophysics, light.

The mini-courses will link ‘astroparticles’, i.e. elementary particles in astrophysical and cosmological contexts, with multi-messenger astronomy, advocating for a more comprehensive approach that bridges different observational channels to maximize the scientific insights gained through the cross-pollination of diverse fields.

With the goal of inspiring a new generation of students by fostering their curiosity about astrophysical processes observed through different messengers, we intend to emphasize their interconnections paving the way for a deeper understanding of fundamental astrophysical phenomena.

This school will be followed by the workshop “‭Third Generation Gravitational Wave Detectors: the view from Latin America” from June 29 – July 3.

Organizers:

• Angela Olinto (Columbia U., USA)
• Elena Pinetti (Flatiron, USA)
• Marcelle Soares Dos Santos (U. of Zurich, Switzerland)
• Riccardo Sturani (IFT-UNESP, Brazil)

Click HERE for online application (opening soon)

Deadline: April 15, 2026

Lecturers

• Edivaldo Moura (IF-USP, Brazil)
• Christopher Weniger (University of Amsterdam, Netherlands)
• Dan Hooper (University of Wisconsin–Madison, USA)
• Max Isi (Columbia University, USA)

Click HERE for online application (opening soon)

Deadline: April 15, 2026

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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).

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.

Poster presentation: Participants who are presenting a poster MUST BRING A PRINTED BANNER . The banner size should be at most 1 m (width) x 1,5 m (length). We do not accept A4 or A3 paper.

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.