May 11 -13, 2026 @ Tohoku Univ.
Date: May 11 (Mon) - 13 (Wed) - from 9:00 to around 17:00.
Tohoku University (Aobayama Campus), Department of Physics, Room 225 (物理系専攻講義室 225号室)
"Eduroam" will be made available.
Please use the Registration Form (due date: April 17) and the Abstract Submission Form (due date: May 1).
Registration fee: 500 yen
Modern astrophysics increasingly relies on the integration of diverse approaches, including multi-wavelength observations, advanced statistical methodologies, and instrumentation development. While significant progress has been made within individual subfields, opportunities for systematic interaction across traditionally separated domains remain limited. This fragmentation can hinder the formation of unified frameworks necessary to address complex astrophysical problems.
The SYNAPSE workshop aims to establish a cross-disciplinary platform that connects researchers working on galaxies, galaxy clusters, stars, exoplanets, and instrumentation, as well as those in related fields such as particle and nuclear physics. By fostering direct communication and collaboration across these areas, the workshop seeks to promote a more coherent understanding of astrophysical phenomena.
A key objective of this meeting is to stimulate the development of new, collaborative research directions that can evolve into competitive joint proposals. Through focused discussions and the formation of new professional connections, SYNAPSE is designed to function as a catalyst for future large-scale scientific initiatives.
Kazuki Daikuhara (ISAS/JAXA)
Nanae Domoto (Univ. of Tokyo/RESCEU)
Umi Enokidani (ISAS/JAXA)
Ryota Ikeda (Tohoku Univ.)
Shoki Iwaguchi (ISAS/JAXA)
Toshiya Iwata (RIKEN)
Ayu Konishi (Tohoku Univ.)
Itsuki Ogami (NAOJ)
Yuken Ohshiro (RIKEN)
Koki Sakuta (Tohoku Univ.)
Masato Sato (Univ. of Tokyo)
Hsien-Chieh Shen (RIKEN)
Shotaro Tada (ISAS/JAXA)
Satoshi Takashima (RIKEN)
Minami Yoshida (ISAS/JAXA)
[alphabetical order]
The banquet will be held at "Niku ka Sakana (肉か魚)" on 5/11 (Mon) .
We are considering accepting cash-only payment for the banquet fee. Payment details will be provided to those who register for the banquet.
Kazuki Daikuhara (SOC)
Umi Enokidani (SOC)
Ryota Ikeda (SOC/LOC)
Itsuki Ogami (SOC)