Conference topics and schedule [TBD]
The Green Bank Observatory is holding a special science meeting in May 2025 on the Fermi Bubbles in honor of Jay Lockman’s 50+ years of service to NRAO/GBO and his retirement. In 2010, the gamma-ray observatory Fermi discovered bright gamma rays structures above and below the center of our Milky Way galaxy, which were designated the “Fermi Bubbles”. Over the last 15 years, observational and theoretical advances have clarified their properties and importance to galaxy evolution. To explore this topic further, a Green Bank Workshop on “Contents of the Fermi Bubbles” will be held May 11-14, 2025 ( or May 04-07, 2025) [TBD]. It will bring together scientists with diverse interests for lively discussions of the latest observations, computational models, and theoretical considerations.
Topics to be considered include:
The Workshop will be held at the Green Bank Observatory, where the great natural beauty and intimate setting produce meetings characterized by a high level of interaction. Because of logistical considerations, attendance will be limited to 45 participants.
Lodging
Lodging will be at the Observatory or nearby locations. All meals will be served in the Observatory Cafeteria. A $xyz per participant fee will cover all meal expenses, including the reception, conference dinner, and coffee breaks. Lodging and transportation costs will be billed separately. It may be possible to waive some of the costs for some of the participants.
Accommodations for accompanying persons and child care will be available.
Travel Information
The easiest way to get here is to follow the directions on our “Getting Here” page. Please note that some GPS systems do not always give the best route to the Green Bank Observatory, and nothing beats the good old-fashioned paper map for navigation.
We will attempt to coordinate ride-sharing from airports if there is interest.
Example Workshop Schedule [TBD]
| Date | Start Time | Duration | Topic/Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11-May 2025 Sunday | People arrive throughout the afternoon and evening | ||
| 17:30 | 1:00 | Dinner in the Cafeteria | |
| 18:30 | Informal Reception in the Drake Lounge | ||
| 12-May Monday | 7:45 | 1:00 | Breakfast in the cafeteria |
| Session 1 — Overview | 8:45 | 0:15 | Welcome: GBO Director and LOC |
| Chair: | 9:00 | ||
| 10:30 | Coffee | ||
| 12:30 | 0:45 | Lunch in Cafeteria | |
| Session 2 — GBT Tour | 13:15 | 2:15 | GBT Tour |
| Session 3 — | 15:30 | ||
| Chair: | |||
| 16:30 | Coffee and group photo | ||
| 18:00 | 1:00 | Drinks and Dinner in the Science Center | |
| Session 4: Panel Discussion | 19:00 | 1:30 | Evening Panel in Science Center Auditorium |
| 20:30 | Retire to the Drake Lounge for continued Discussion | ||
| 13 May Tuesday | 7:45 | Breakfast in the cafeteria | |
| Session 5 | 9:00 | ||
| 10:30 | Coffee Break | ||
| Session 6 | |||
| 12:30 | Lunch in the Cafeteria | ||
| 14:30 | Coffee Break | ||
| Session 7 | |||
| Poster viewing session | |||
| 17:30 | 0:30 | Drinks in the Lounge | |
| 18:00 | 1:00 | Dinner in the cafeteria | |
| Session 8 | 19:00 | 1:30 | Panel in the Jansky Lab |
| 20:30 | Discussion continues in the Drake Lounge | ||
| 14 May Wednesday | 7:45 | 1:00 | Breakfast in the Cafeteria |
| Session 9 | 9:00 | ||
| Session 10 | |||
| 10:30 | Coffee Break | ||
| Session 11: Panel | 11:45 | 0:45 | |
| Workshop End | 12:30 | Lunch in the Cafeteria |
Scientific Organizing Committee
- Andrew Fox
- Daniel McCammon
- Robert Benjamin
- Daniel Wang
- Naomi McClure-Griffiths
- Michael Busch
- Mark Heyer
- Erico Di Teodoro
Registered Participants
Local Organizing Committee
- David Frayer
- Mark Barnes
- Paul Vosteen