2023 Canadian Astroparticle Physics Community Meeting

8 Aug 2023, 12:00 → 10 Aug 2023, 22:30 Canada/Eastern

Tony Noble (McDonald Institute)

The Arthur B. McDonald Canadian Astroparticle Physics Research Institute is delighted to invite you to the National Meeting at Queen's University from August 8-10, celebrating the exceptional research progress achieved over the past seven years in astroparticle physics. This event, encompassing a dozen international collaborations and numerous theoretical breakthroughs, is open to all members of the Canadian astroparticle physics research community. 

 

The meeting will feature morning research keynotes and update presentations, followed by afternoon plenary sessions addressing long-term community priorities for science support, equitable working environments, HQP career mobility, and funding strategies. These sessions are designed to keep you informed about the overall research progress of the national community and to actively engage you in the Institute's planning for its next decade of work. 

Tuesday 8 August

13:30 → 15:00 Science Communications Workshop: Science Communication Workshop - Biosciences Atrium

(BioSciences Atrium) This workshop explores the role of communication in career advancement and networking. Rather than solely explaining scientific concepts, it encourages sharing research stories, challenges, and creative solutions with potential employers, collaborators, and granting agencies. It promotes discussing difficulties faced in work as a way to foster deeper, more productive connections, as this invites others to offer perspectives or connect with resources. This approach enhances memory recall, probelm-solving, leadership development, as well as fostering lasting professional relationships.

Convener: Zachary Kenny

13:30 Communicating Challenges (Connection Building, Self-Assessment)

The first part of the workshop develops techniques for establishing deeper professional relationships through strategic communication. Starting with an ice-breaking exercise, we'll focus on communicating challenges for building connections. Participants will identify their own challenges in an interactive session with Nanci Corrigan, with exercises for practical application.

15:00 → 15:30 Mid-afternoon Break (snacks provided)

FOOD MENU: https://tinyurl.com/3dxu6apu

15:30 → 17:00 Science Communications Workshop: Cont' Communications Workshop

(BioSciences Atrium) This workshop explores the role of communication in career advancement and networking. Rather than solely explaining scientific concepts, it encourages sharing research stories, challenges, and creative solutions with potential employers, collaborators, and granting agencies. It promotes discussing difficulties faced in work as a way to foster deeper, more productive connections, as this invites others to offer perspectives or connect with resources. This approach enhances memory recall, probelm-solving, leadership development, as well as fostering lasting professional relationships.

Convener: Zachary Kenny

15:30 PANEL: Communications Best-Practices in Professional Life

We work in a discipline of Big Ideas and far-reaching research -- are there any good ways to make the day-to-day practices of communicating incremental steps, distracting side-issues and and procedural necessities not only pleasantly tolerable, but actually professionally rewarding and (just maybe) inspiring? Our panel reflects on a broad range of experiences in the research world to share useful habits, hacks and perspectives that turn ordinary networking events into delightful treasure hunts to unlock our own professional potential as well as that of our colleagues.

Speakers: Christine Kraus, Mr Edward Thomas (Queen's University (Arthur B. McDonald Canadian Astroparticle Physics Research Institute)), Dr Erica Caden

16:30 Speed Networking

A guided exercise in practicing what you've learned in the workshop....

16:45 Open Networking

17:00 → 18:00 Dinner & Social: Workshop Networking @ BioSciences Atrium (with meal-equivalent food service)

Social Event Food Service Schedule

18:00 → 20:00 KAIROS Blanket Exercise Workshop

The Blanket Exercise is an experiential teaching tool that explores Indigenous perspectives and experiences. Developed collaboratively by Indigenous and non-Indigenous people, it incorporates themes from reports such as the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Participants physically step onto blankets representing the land and assume different roles, engaging emotionally and intellectually. The exercise fosters awareness, understanding, and empathy regarding the shared history of Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in Canada. Versions of the exercise exist both in-person and virtually, with the virtual experience often being highly effective. Trigger warnings are provided due to the sensitive nature of the topics covered.

Conveners: Alex Pederson ((Convener)), Waaban Nang Collective ((KAIROS Facilitator))

Wednesday 9 August

08:00 → 08:45 Breakfast (provided)

FOOD MENU: https://tinyurl.com/3dxu6apu

08:45 → 09:00 Opening Session: Welcome and Opening Keynote - Biosciences 1101

09:00 → 10:30 Research Updates and Progress - Biosciences 1101

REMOTE CONNECTION DETAILS:
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Convener: Ken Clark ((MC))

09:00 SNO+ Update

Speaker: Dr Szymon Manecki (SNOLAB)

manecki_MI_2023.pdf

09:30 DEAP/DarkSide/ARGO Update

Speaker: Mark Boulay (Carleton University)

deap_gadmc_mi_2023.pdf

10:00 PICO Update

Speaker: Alan Robinson (Université de Montréal)

PICO_program_2023_2.pdf

10:30 → 11:00 Mid-morning Break

FOOD MENU: https://tinyurl.com/3dxu6apu

11:00 → 12:30 Research Updates and Progress - Biosciences 1101

REMOTE CONNECTION DETAILS:
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Convener: Ken Clark ((MC))

11:00 IceCube Update

Speaker: Juan-Pablo Yanez (University of Alberta)

11:30 Theory Update

Speaker: Aaron Vincent (Queen's University)

MIAugustDMStars.pdf

12:00 HALO Update

Speaker: Prof. Clarence Virtue (Laurentian University / SNOLAB)

Virtue_HALO_Update_CAPCM_2023.pdf

12:30 → 13:30 Lunch (provided)

FOOD MENU: https://tinyurl.com/3dxu6apu

13:30 → 14:30 Research Updates and Progress - Biosciences 1101

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Convener: Ken Clark ((MC))

13:30 Gravitational Waves Update

Speakers: Jess McIver, Jessica McIver (University of British Columbia), Jessica McIver (Caltech; LIGO Lab)

Astroparticle_PCM_McIver.key

14:00 SKA Update

14:30 → 14:45 Mid-Afternoon Break (Snacks Provided)

14:45 → 16:00 Tasks for the Next Decade of Astroparticle Physics: What Does the APP Community Need for Next 10 Years? (Biosciences 1101)

Several panels will review progress and future directions for community support and research network development. Topics include collaboration support, networking and career development, EDII practice, and research-funding mechanisms.

REMOTE CONNECTION DETAILS (Excl. EDII panel discussion and activity):
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Conveners: Aksel Hallin ((Panelist)), Fabrice Retière ((Panelist)), Jodi Cooley ((Panelist)), Ken Clark ((Moderator)), Nigel Smith (TRIUMF)

16:00 → 16:15 Late-Afternoon Break (Snacks Provided)

FOOD MENU: https://tinyurl.com/3dxu6apu

16:15 → 17:00 McDonald Institute Future Update (Biosciences 1101)

Scientific Director Tony Noble presents options for the continuation of the McDonald Institute's role as a network platform for supporting Canadian academic researchers' leadership in astroparticle physics.

REMOTE CONNECTION DETAILS:
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Convener: Tony Noble ((Presenter))

16:15 McDonald Institute Future Update

Speakers: Tony Noble (McDonald Institute), Tony Noble

18:00 → 19:20 Career Talk & Social: Claire David, McDonald Institute Ambassador

During Wednesday night’s “unscheduled” evening block, we’re hosting a short 6-7 p.m. “Pop-Up Pizza & Career Talk” at Stirling Hall. This event features Dr. Claire David, the first McDonald Institute Ambassador, who has been on an inspiring, career-accelerating journey across eight African countries teaching and promoting artificial intelligence research and particle physics.
Dr. David will talk about her work with the African Institute of Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) and African School of Physics (APS), the novel insights she’s gained as an outreach-engaged ATLAS and DUNE collaborator, and her vision for her new role as a Cape Town, S.A.-based Program & Research Manager of a new DeepMind-affiliated masters course AI For Science.
Come join us for a slice of pizza and a dive into Dr. David's unique career path, filled with impactful connections and inspiring innovations. Get ready to be inspired and leave with a renewed appreciation for the interconnected world of astroparticle physics, AI, and international collaboration.
If you’d like to join us, please RSVP at https://forms.gle/N9WMvp7rAqGiLPcX9

18:00 Claire David

Learn more about Dr. David's recent work at: https://mcdonaldinstitute.ca/news/claire-david/

Speaker: Claire David (AIMS)

Claire David, MI Ambassador

Thursday 10 August

08:00 → 08:45 Breakfast (Provided)

FOOD MENU: https://tinyurl.com/3dxu6apu

08:45 → 09:00 Opening Session: Welcome and Admin. Points

Convener: Tony Noble

09:00 → 10:30 Research - Looking to the Future (Biosciences 1101)

REMOTE CONNECTION DETAILS:
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Convener: Ken Clark ((MC))

09:00 P-ONE Update

Speaker: Carsten Krauss (University of Alberta)

P-ONE at Canadian Astroparticle Physics Community Meeting Aug 2023.pdf

09:30 SuperCDMS Update

Speaker: Ziqing Hong (University of Toronto)

SuperCDMS Status.pdf

10:00 NEWS-G Update

Speakers: Guillaume Giroux (Queen's University), Guillaume Giroux

NEWS-G MI UPDATE.pdf

10:30 → 11:00 Mid-morning Break (Snacks Provided)

FOOD MENU: https://tinyurl.com/3dxu6apu

11:00 → 12:30 Research - Looking to the Future (Biosciences 1101)

REMOTE CONNECTION DETAILS:
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Convener: Ken Clark ((MC))

11:00 Neutrinoless Double Beta Decay Update

Speaker: Dr Erica Caden

Status0vBB_Caden_MI_2023_small.pdf

11:30 Future WIMPs

Speaker: Joseph Bramante (Queen's University & Perimeter Institute)

MI_2023_Bramante_FDM.pdf

12:00 MATHUSLA Update

Speakers: Miriam Deborah Joy Diamond (University of Toronto (CA)), Miriam Diamond

MATHUSLA MI Aug2023.pdf

MATHUSLA MI Aug2023.pptx

12:30 → 13:30 Lunch (provided)

FOOD MENU: https://tinyurl.com/3dxu6apu

13:30 → 14:30 Research - Looking to the Future (Biosciences 1101)

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Convener: Ken Clark ((MC))

13:30 SBC Update

Speaker: Kenneth Clark

august_mi_meeting_sbc.key

14:00 Avalanche Detector update, from SiPM to dark matter search and beyond

Speaker: Fabrice Retiere

MIAvalancheDiodeAug2023.pdf

MIAvalancheDiodeAug2023.pptx

14:30 → 14:45 Mid-Afternoon Break (Snacks Provided)

FOOD MENU: https://tinyurl.com/3dxu6apu

14:45 → 16:15 Tasks for the Next Decade of Astroparticle Physics: EDII for the Canadian APP Community - Biosciences Atrium

Several panels will review progress and future directions for community support and research network development. Topics include collaboration support, networking and career development, EDII practice, and research-funding mechanisms.

REMOTE CONNECTION DETAILS (Excl. EDII panel discussion and activity):
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Meeting ID: 265 392 9849

Conveners: Aleksandra Bergier, Alex Pedersen, Samantha Kuula

16:15 → 17:15 Tasks for the Next Decade of Astroparticle Physics: Towards Concerted Long-Term Funding Efforts for Canadian APP - Biosciences 1101

Several panels will review progress and future directions for community support and research network development. Topics include collaboration support, networking and career development, EDII practice, and research-funding mechanisms.

REMOTE CONNECTION DETAILS (Excl. EDII panel discussion and activity):
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/2653929849?pwd=UlAwRi9PUXpjR3NVK0ZTNzhCYk5tdz09
Meeting ID: 265 392 9849

Conveners: Dr Art McDonald (Panelist), Edward Thomas (Moderator), Dr Nancy Ross (Panelist), Dr Thomas Brunner (Panelist)

17:15 → 17:20 Adjourn

17:50 → 18:30 Dinner & Social: Shuttle Buses to Gala Dinner (depart from 116 Barrie St., arrive 9 Pt. Frederick Drive)

Social Event Food Service Schedule

18:30 → 22:00 Dinner & Social: Cocktail service 6:30 p.m. - Dinner service 7:15 p.m. (Assigned seating)

Convener: Tony Noble ((Host))

Social Event Food Service Schedule

18:30 Gala Dinner (Summer Casual - collared shirts, dress shorts)

Come and celebrate with us and join us in a special toast for Dr. Art McDonald's upcoming milestone! We have booked the beautiful Senior Staff Mess at Royal Military College of Canada for our gala dinner and social event. The facility is on the southeast tip of Kingston's Point Frederick, with an outdoor patio overlooking the convergence of Kaniatarowanénhne and Oniatarí:io (Kanyen'kéha names of the St. Lawrence River and Lake Ontario). Appetizers and full dinner service will be provided. Cash bar service for alcoholic beverages.

DRESS CODE: "Slightly" elevated above fully casual dress, but still totally comfortable. (Casual shirts require collars. Shorts need to be dressy [no cutoffs]). See details at: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XtGI_TrNVGwDdwmQNk7CcF2TQQfGXWBOs6w_3KR4Br0/edit

TRANSPORTATION: A shuttle transport will be available for the 3 km trip between the main meeting venue (Biosciences Building, Queen's University). Kingston Transit's closest stop is 1 km north of the venue and parking is available at the Sawyer lot approx. 350 m north of the venue.

22:00 → 22:30 Dinner & Social: CONT'D Shuttle Bus Return Service (starts 9:30 p.m. to 116 Barrie St.)

Social Event Food Service Schedule