Introduction to the theory, techniques, and applications with neutron small angle scattering and reflectometry
About the School
Neutron scattering is a very powerful technique to investigate the structure and dynamics of a broad spectrum of materials. Recently, the neutron sources and scattering facilities in the Asia and Oceania have been rapidly growing up. To promote the neutron science in this region by forming an effective communication channel, the Asia-Oceania Neutron Scattering Association (AONSA) will be formally launched in August, 2008. As the first activity of the Association, the 1st AONSA Neutron Summer School will be held from August 18 to August 23, 2008 at KAIST, Daejeon, Korea.
The topic of the school is ¡®Small-Angle Neutron Scattering and Neutron Reflectometry¡¯. The participants will be provided with the opportunity to learn about the scientific applications, theory, experimental and data analysis methods of small angle neutron scattering (SANS) and reflectometry. The participants will also get intensive hands-on experience analyzing real SANS and neutron reflectivity data. All lectures will be given by leading scientists in the region and the official language of the school is English.
The school is organized by the AONSA and co-organized by the Korean Neutron Beam Users Association and the HANARO Neutron Research Center. The school is sponsored in part by a number of organizations, and all the participants will be provided with accommodation, meals and lecture materials. Limited airfare support for students from developing countries will be available. The attendance will be limited to 40 participants and applications are open to graduate students and junior scientists in the Asia-Oceania region. Highly motivated senior undergraduate students will also be considered. All the applications should be made through local neutron organization or contact person in each country. If it is not available, one of the organizing and program committee members can be contacted. The deadline for application is May 30, 2008.The Latest News
