The second international meeting of the BSN project will be held at Shandong University, Weihai, China from 27 to 30 (arrival to departure) of September 2024. This meeting is about observations and research in the field of eclipsing binary systems. The first meeting was held in November 2023 in Paris, France. The purpose of holding these meetings is to review the latest research and methods in the field. Many eclipsing binary systems have been investigated so far, but many unanswered questions and uncertainties still remain. Eclipsing binary systems include a wide range of other branches of stellar astronomy, such as systems that have planets or systems that have pulsating companions. At the same time, more modern methods regarding the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning are increasing in research in this field. Another goal of all BSN project meetings is to use the potential of amateur observers to help professional research. Amateur observers can play an important role in collecting photometric data of suitable quality for research in this field.
The BSN project, Shandong University and Shandong Astronomical Society will host and hold this meeting. The language of this meeting is ‘English’. The organizers could provide grants for limited requests to attend in-person.


Important Dates

  • April 23: Early Registration Open
  • April 24: Abstract Submissions and Grant Open
  • Aug. 23: Deadline for Abstract Submission
  • Aug. 25: Deadline for Early Registration and Grant
  • Aug. 29: Abstract and Grants Outcomes to Authors
  • Aug. 30: Deadline for Request Invitation Letter for Visa
  • Sept. 1: Program Released
  • Sept. 15: Deadline for Late and Online Registration
  • Sept. 27: Registration desk and Meeting Dinner
  • Sept. 28-29: Holding the Meeting
  • Sept. 30: Departure

Scientific Organization Committee

  • Kai Li (Shandong University, China) - Chair
  • Atila Poro (Raderon Lab., Canada) - Chair
  • David Valls-Gabaud (Observatoire de Paris, France)
  • Li-Yun Zhang (Guizhou University, China)
  • Raul Michel (Observatorio Astronómico Nacional, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, México)
  • Rosa Poggiani (Pisa University, Italy)
  • Shanti Priya Devarapalli (Osmania University, India)
  • Sheng-Bang Qian (Yunnan University, China)
  • Xiao-Bin Zhang (National Astronomical Observatories of China, Chinese Academy of Science)
  • Yuan-Gui Yang (Huaibei Normal University, China)
  • Filiz Kahraman Alicavus (Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University, Turkiye)
  • Filip Walter (Variable Stars and Exoplanet Section of Czech Astronomical Society, Czech)
  • Kaloyan Penev (University of Texas at Dallas, USA)

Local Organization Committee

  • Difu Guo
  • Jing-Yi Wang
  • Kai Li (Chair)
  • Si-Rui Wang
  • Xiang Gao

Registration Fee

  • Early registration fee for researchers: 250 Euro or 2000 RMB
  • Early registration fee for students: 180 Euro or 1400 RMB
  • Late registration fee for researchers: 320 Euro or 2500 RMB
  • Late registration fee for students: 250 Euro or 2000 RMB
  • Online registration fee: 50 Euro or 400 RMB
  • * The registration fee for in-person participants can be paid on-site (registration desk on Sept. 27, 2024).
  • * For in-person participants, the registration fee includes: attend the meeting, two lunches, three dinners, and coffee breaks during the meeting.
  • * The meeting will be held in a hotel and international and halal foods available.
  • * For online participants should be paid online before 16th September. More information will email.

Registration Form













Submitting Abstract of Presentation







Program and Abstract Book

It will be announced on September 1.


Venue

-Meeting Location: Weihai Xuefu Hotel Golden Beach, No.130 North Huanhai Road, Gao District, Weihai, ShanDong, China


Visa

Please refer to the Chinese embassy in your country to find out whether or not you need a visa to enter the country. You have until August 30 to request a letter from the host for visa application. For some information about Visa, you can also visit the website http://www.visaforchina.cn/globle/


Accommodation

The hotel where the meeting is held has a capacity for the participants. You can book directly or contact the LOC. Also, participants can choose hotels or other accommodations.
Hotel: Weihai Xuefu Hotel Golden Beach
Website: http://xuefu-golden-beach.allshandonghotels.com/en/
The price for mountain-view-room is 380 RMB/night, and that for sea-view-room is 450 RMB/night. The price is same for queen room and double room.


Connect

For general questions: Xiang Gao (202017698@mail.sdu.edu.cn)
For the visa and accommodation: Si-Rui Wang (202317772@mail.sdu.edu.cn)
For scientific questions: Kai Li (kaili@sdu.edu.cn)


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