Call for papers 7th IAA Planetary Defense Conference, April 26-30, 2021, Vienna, AustriaDear Colleague,
We would like to remind you that you are invited to submit an abstract to the 7th IAA Planetary Defense Conference to be held on April 26-30, 2021 in Vienna, Austria. Call for Papers is now available at
https://iaaspace.org/pdc - Highlight/Spotlight topic areas
- Key International and Policy Developments
- Advancements in Near Earth Object (NEO) Discovery
- New NEO Characterization Results
- Deflection & Disruption Modeling and Testing
- Mission & Campaign Design
- Impact Management & Consequences
- Disaster Management & Response
- Public Education and Communication
- The Decision to Act: Political, Legal, Social and Economic Aspects
– Technical paper abstracts (250 to 500 words in length) in the areas described in the Call for Papers or related to planetary defense will be accepted electronically through the conference local website (
https://atpi.eventsair.com/7th-iaa-planetary-defense-conference-2021/abstractsubmission)
– Please be sure to designate the topic area your paper addresses (see topics listed in the Call for Papers).
– Please also indicate whether the abstract is eligible for the student competition.
– The deadline for receipt of abstracts is December 15, 2020.
The PDC organizers recognize the uncertainties and challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. We intend to announce a decision regarding conference format (i.e., in-person / virtual) by 15 Jan 2021. Those interested in PDC participation are encouraged to pre-register to receive updates via email.
To register or to pre-register please use the following link:
https://atpi.eventsair.com/7th-iaa-planetary-defense-conference-2021/pre-registration/Site/Register
The conference will include a hypothetical NEO/Earth impact event scenario that will be part of the conference (similar to what was done at the 2013, 2015, 2017 & 2019 conferences). Conference attendees may also use the hypothetical scenario as their topic for papers and presentations.
Thank you and best regards,
IAA Office