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The Square Kilometre Array (SKA), set to begin operations in 2027, will be the world’s largest radio telescope marking one of the great scientific and engineering feats of the 21st century. The SKA will advance a wide range of research areas within astronomy, with a major focus on cosmology and radio continuum science at low and mid frequencies. Despite their different objectives, these two fields share a substantial overlap and thus stand to benefit from collaborative efforts in joint observation strategies, data calibration, and innovative analysis techniques.

This two week long program aims to bring together national and international experts in radio cosmology and continuum science, fostering collaboration and training the next generation of researchers in these areas. The program will have two main components: a program and a school.

The program (7-11 April 2025) will focus on the current state of observation, modelling, and inference tools for radio cosmology and continuum science. There will be joint discussion sessions to address common challenges faced by both fields.

The week-long school (14-18 April 2025) will offer lectures, hands-on demonstrations, and discussions led by leading astronomers, covering topics such as modelling, simulations, observations, data calibration, imaging, deconvolution, and statistical inference relevant to these two SKA key science projects. The school will target advanced Masters and PhD students, Postdocs, and Early Career Researchers eager to pursue cutting-edge research in these domains.

Organized with support from the Scheme For Promotion of Academic & Research Collaboration (SPARC)

ICTS is committed to building an inclusive environment, non-discriminatory and welcoming of diverse individuals. We especially encourage the participation of women and other under-represented groups.