The purpose of Big Data 2016 is to define the opportunities of conducting research with large astronomical data sets and the Large Synoptic Survey Telescope (LSST).
Researchers from the US and Chile will participate to discuss and further develop cooperative paths utilizing the LSST as a Big Data science resource.
Intensifying joint Chile-US funded research programs is the objective of the meeting.
Connecting with the Chilean community through the streaming network is an important piece to gathering comprehensive input.
The transmission of this activity will be this Thursday, March 31, from 2 pm.
Program:
2:00- 2:30 pm. Introduction to LSST. Dr. Chris Smith, Head of Mission AURA
2:30- 3:00 pm. Chilean Big Data Review. Dr. Eduardo Vera
3:00- 3:10 pm. Break
3:10- 3:30 pm. AFOSR S&T Programs. Dr. Brett Pokines
3:30- 4:00 pm. Chilean Observatory Project. Dr. Mauricio Solar
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