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Peterchi: /* Perpendicular ion heating: observations on Earth and theory at the Sun (Joint GEM/SHINE Session) */

2008-05-23T17:00:49Z

Perpendicular ion heating: observations on Earth and theory at the Sun (Joint GEM/SHINE Session)

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	== Perpendicular ~~ion heating~~: ~~observations~~ on Earth and ~~theory~~ at the Sun (Joint GEM/SHINE Session) ==		== Perpendicular Ion Heating: Observations on Earth and Theory at the Sun (Joint GEM/SHINE Session) ==

	From: Bob Lysak <bob@fields.space.umn.edu>		From: Bob Lysak <bob@fields.space.umn.edu>

	Ion heating transverse to the magnetic field and the associated ion outflow are common processes in the polar and auroral regions of the Earth and the corona of the Sun. The intent of this joint session is to bring together researchers in these areas and explore the similarities and differences between the two regions. On Earth, these heating and outflow processes can be studied with in situ satellite and rocket data, as well as with energetic neutral atom imaging, while in the corona, remote observations from instruments such as the Ultraviolet Coronagraph Spectrometer on SOHO can be used to diagnose the properties of these ions. Theory and modeling efforts have been carried out in both regions. Despite the official title of the session, we solicit short contributions on observations, theory and modeling from either of these regions. The session will be held on Friday, June 27, from 10:30 am-12:15 pm. Please contact Ben Chandran (benjamin.chandran@unh.edu) or Bob Lysak (bob@aurora.space.umn.edu) if you are interested in making a short, informal presentation.		Ion heating transverse to the magnetic field and the associated ion outflow are common processes in the polar and auroral regions of the Earth and the corona of the Sun. The intent of this joint session is to bring together researchers in these areas and explore the similarities and differences between the two regions. On Earth, these heating and outflow processes can be studied with in situ satellite and rocket data, as well as with energetic neutral atom imaging, while in the corona, remote observations from instruments such as the Ultraviolet Coronagraph Spectrometer on SOHO can be used to diagnose the properties of these ions. Theory and modeling efforts have been carried out in both regions. Despite the official title of the session, we solicit short contributions on observations, theory and modeling from either of these regions. The session will be held on Friday, June 27, from 10:30 am-12:15 pm. Please contact Ben Chandran (benjamin.chandran@unh.edu) or Bob Lysak (bob@aurora.space.umn.edu) if you are interested in making a short, informal presentation.


	== Multiple-Dip Geomagnetic Storms: Solar-Wind Drivers or Internal Magnetospheric Processes (Joint GEM/SHINE Session) ==		== Multiple-Dip Geomagnetic Storms: Solar-Wind Drivers or Internal Magnetospheric Processes (Joint GEM/SHINE Session) ==

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-== Physical Processes in the Cusps: Plasma Transport and Energization ==
+== GGCM Modules and Methods ==
-Conveners: K.J. Trattner <karlheinz.j.trattner.dr@lmco.com>, N. Omidi and D. Sibeck
+# How does reconnection depend on local plasma parameters (e.g., local magnetic field, density, resistivity) in global MHD simulations?
-During the 2008 Summer GEM workshop in Zermatt Utah, a number of sessions on the physical processes in the cusp will be held. The main objective of these sessions is to utilize observations, modeling, and theory of the cusp and its role in particle acceleration and plasma transport to assess the current status of the field and forge collaborative efforts towards addressing outstanding issues in the future. Based on the topics in earlier years and the discussions during the mini-workshop held during the 2007 Fall AGU, we plan to focus on the following topics:
+# What is the role of the Hall effect (and other kinetic scale physics) in magnetospheric reconnection?
-# Plasma transport into the cusp.
+'''Wed, June 25, 1:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.'''
-# Energization of ions in diamagnetic cavities.
+'''"How does the physics of magnetic reconnection scale up to reality?"'''
-It is the ultimate goal of the workshop to enhance our understanding of the cusp physics, its coupling to other parts of the system such as the bow shock, magnetopause and the ionosphere and the important role it plays in dayside transport and energization. Observational and theoretical contributions to this session are hereby solicited.
+This session will focus on the question of whether the physics of magnetic reconnection observed in kinetic scale simulations is relevant on a larger scale (hundreds of ion inertial lengths).  In particular, we would like to discuss the recent open boundary condition PIC simulation results, which seem to be at odds with the "standard model" of Hall-MHD reconnection.
-Those interested in these topics are invited to attend and contribute through showing a few slides and/or participation in the discussions.  Information regarding hotel reservations and travel arrangements will be posted on the GEM website (http://www.cpe.vt.edu/gem) in the near future.  Those wishing to give a presentation or with questions regarding the workshop should contact the conveners trattner@mail.spasci.com, omidi@solanasci.com or david.g.sibeck@nasa.gov.
+We are going for an informal group discussion, but short presentations on the topics listed above are welcome.  Please email John Dorelli (john.dorelli@unh.edu) or Mike Shay (shay@udel.edu) if you would like to participate.
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 Please e-mail a title of your contribution to Jean Berchem <jberchem@igpp.ucla.edu> or Nick Omidi <omidi@adelphia.net>.
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 Anyone interested in contributing to any of these sessions is encouraged to contact the relevant session chairs.

Peterchi at 15:49, 23 May 2008

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Peterchi: /* Multiple-Dip Geomagnetic Storms: Solar-Wind Drivers or Internal Magnetospheric Processes (GEM/SHINE Joint Session) */

2008-05-23T15:26:13Z

Multiple-Dip Geomagnetic Storms: Solar-Wind Drivers or Internal Magnetospheric Processes (GEM/SHINE Joint Session)

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	== Multiple-Dip Geomagnetic Storms: Solar-Wind Drivers or Internal Magnetospheric Processes (GEM/SHINE ~~Joint~~ Session) ==		== Multiple-Dip Geomagnetic Storms: Solar-Wind Drivers or Internal Magnetospheric Processes (Joint GEM/SHINE Session) ==

	Conveners: Vania K. Jordanova <vania@lanl.gov> and Ian Richardson <ian.g.richardson@nasa.gov>		Conveners: Vania K. Jordanova <vania@lanl.gov> and Ian Richardson <ian.g.richardson@nasa.gov>

Peterchi: /* Perpendicular ion heating: observations on Earth and theory at the Sun (GEM/SHINE Joint Session) */

2008-05-23T15:25:34Z

Perpendicular ion heating: observations on Earth and theory at the Sun (GEM/SHINE Joint Session)

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	== Perpendicular ion heating: observations on Earth and theory at the Sun (GEM/SHINE ~~Joint~~ Session) ==		== Perpendicular ion heating: observations on Earth and theory at the Sun (Joint GEM/SHINE Session) ==

	From: Bob Lysak <bob@fields.space.umn.edu>		From: Bob Lysak <bob@fields.space.umn.edu>

	Ion heating transverse to the magnetic field and the associated ion outflow are common processes in the polar and auroral regions of the Earth and the corona of the Sun. The intent of this joint session is to bring together researchers in these areas and explore the similarities and differences between the two regions. On Earth, these heating and outflow processes can be studied with in situ satellite and rocket data, as well as with energetic neutral atom imaging, while in the corona, remote observations from instruments such as the Ultraviolet Coronagraph Spectrometer on SOHO can be used to diagnose the properties of these ions. Theory and modeling efforts have been carried out in both regions. Despite the official title of the session, we solicit short contributions on observations, theory and modeling from either of these regions. The session will be held on Friday, June 27, from 10:30 am-12:15 pm. Please contact Ben Chandran (benjamin.chandran@unh.edu) or Bob Lysak (bob@aurora.space.umn.edu) if you are interested in making a short, informal presentation.		Ion heating transverse to the magnetic field and the associated ion outflow are common processes in the polar and auroral regions of the Earth and the corona of the Sun. The intent of this joint session is to bring together researchers in these areas and explore the similarities and differences between the two regions. On Earth, these heating and outflow processes can be studied with in situ satellite and rocket data, as well as with energetic neutral atom imaging, while in the corona, remote observations from instruments such as the Ultraviolet Coronagraph Spectrometer on SOHO can be used to diagnose the properties of these ions. Theory and modeling efforts have been carried out in both regions. Despite the official title of the session, we solicit short contributions on observations, theory and modeling from either of these regions. The session will be held on Friday, June 27, from 10:30 am-12:15 pm. Please contact Ben Chandran (benjamin.chandran@unh.edu) or Bob Lysak (bob@aurora.space.umn.edu) if you are interested in making a short, informal presentation.


	== Solar wind-magnetosphere coupling: Theory and simulations ==		== Solar wind-magnetosphere coupling: Theory and simulations ==

Peterchi: /* Sessions for New GEM Focus Group "Plasmasphere-Magnetosphere Interactions" */

2008-05-23T15:24:31Z

Sessions for New GEM Focus Group "Plasmasphere-Magnetosphere Interactions"

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	We invite those interested in giving a short presentation, or with suggestions for other discussion topics, to contact the conveners Vania Jordanova (vania@lanl.gov) or Ian Richardson (ian.g.richardson@nasa.gov).		We invite those interested in giving a short presentation, or with suggestions for other discussion topics, to contact the conveners Vania Jordanova (vania@lanl.gov) or Ian Richardson (ian.g.richardson@nasa.gov).

	== ~~Sessions for New GEM Focus Group "~~Plasmasphere-Magnetosphere Interactions" ==		== Plasmasphere-Magnetosphere Interactions (New GEM FG) ==

	Conveners: Jerry Goldstein <jgoldstein@swri.edu> and Joe Borovsky <jborovsky@lanl.gov>		Conveners: Jerry Goldstein <jgoldstein@swri.edu> and Joe Borovsky <jborovsky@lanl.gov>
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	Anyone interested in participating or contributing is encouraged to email Jerry Goldstein (jgoldstein@swri.edu) or Joe Borovsky (jborovsky@lanl.gov)		Anyone interested in participating or contributing is encouraged to email Jerry Goldstein (jgoldstein@swri.edu) or Joe Borovsky (jborovsky@lanl.gov)


	== Dayside Magnetopause Reconnection ==		== Dayside Magnetopause Reconnection ==

Peterchi: /* Multiple-Dip Geomagnetic Storms: Solar-Wind Drivers or Internal Magnetospheric Processes */

2008-05-23T15:23:52Z

Multiple-Dip Geomagnetic Storms: Solar-Wind Drivers or Internal Magnetospheric Processes

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	== Multiple-Dip Geomagnetic Storms: Solar-Wind Drivers or Internal Magnetospheric Processes ==		== Multiple-Dip Geomagnetic Storms: Solar-Wind Drivers or Internal Magnetospheric Processes (GEM/SHINE Joint Session) ==

	Conveners: Vania K. Jordanova <vania@lanl.gov> and Ian Richardson <ian.g.richardson@nasa.gov>		Conveners: Vania K. Jordanova <vania@lanl.gov> and Ian Richardson <ian.g.richardson@nasa.gov>
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	We invite those interested in giving a short presentation, or with suggestions for other discussion topics, to contact the conveners Vania Jordanova (vania@lanl.gov) or Ian Richardson (ian.g.richardson@nasa.gov).		We invite those interested in giving a short presentation, or with suggestions for other discussion topics, to contact the conveners Vania Jordanova (vania@lanl.gov) or Ian Richardson (ian.g.richardson@nasa.gov).


	== Sessions for New GEM Focus Group "Plasmasphere-Magnetosphere Interactions" ==		== Sessions for New GEM Focus Group "Plasmasphere-Magnetosphere Interactions" ==

Peterchi at 06:44, 23 May 2008

2008-05-23T06:44:04Z

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	[[Image:Zermatt.jpg]]		[[Image:Zermatt.jpg]]

	GEM will be holding its annual summer workshop June 22-27, 2008 jointly with SHINE at the [http://zermatt.dolce.com/ Zermatt Resort and Spa] in Midway, Utah. Details of the GEM Workshop can be found at the [http://www.cpe.vt.edu/gem/index.html GEM 2008 Summer Workshop web site].		GEM will be holding its annual summer workshop June 22-27, 2008 jointly with [http://www.shinecon.org/ SHINE] at the [http://zermatt.dolce.com/ Zermatt Resort and Spa] in Midway, Utah. Details of the GEM Workshop can be found at the [http://www.cpe.vt.edu/gem/index.html GEM 2008 Summer Workshop web site].

	The following sessions are calling for presentations:		The following sessions are calling for presentations:

Peterchi at 06:41, 23 May 2008

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	<big>'''2008 GEM Summer Workshop'''</big>		<big>'''2008 GEM Summer Workshop'''</big>

	~~GEM will be holding its annual summer workshop June 22-27, 2008 at the Zermatt Resort and Spa in Midway, Utah. More information will be available soon.~~

	[[Image:Zermatt.jpg]]		[[Image:Zermatt.jpg]]

	~~'''Web sites~~:~~'''~~		GEM will be holding its annual summer workshop June 22-27, 2008 jointly with SHINE at the [http://zermatt.dolce.com/ Zermatt Resort and Spa] in Midway, Utah. Details of the GEM Workshop can be found at the [http://www.cpe.vt.edu/gem/index.html GEM 2008 Summer Workshop web site].

	* [http://www.cpe.vt.edu/gem/index.html GEM 2008 Summer Workshop web site]

	* [http://zermatt.dolce.~~com/ Zermatt Resort & Spa - Utah]~~

	The following sessions are calling for presentations:		The following sessions are calling for presentations:

Peterchi at 06:34, 23 May 2008

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	== Modes of Solar Wind-Magnetosphere Energy Transfer (New GEM FG) ==		== Modes of Solar Wind-Magnetosphere Energy Transfer (New GEM FG) ==

	~~From~~: Larry Kepko <larry.kepko@unh.edu> and Bob McPherron <rmcpherron@igpp.ucla.edu>		Conveners: Larry Kepko <larry.kepko@unh.edu> and Bob McPherron <rmcpherron@igpp.ucla.edu>

	The 2008 GEM workshop will herald a new Tail Focus Group, "Modes of solar wind-magnetosphere energy transfer." This focus group seeks to improve our knowledge of the physical mechanisms that provide for different dynamical modes of response of the magnetotail to the solar wind. The Focus Group proposal is available at		The 2008 GEM workshop will herald a new Tail Focus Group, "Modes of solar wind-magnetosphere energy transfer." This focus group seeks to improve our knowledge of the physical mechanisms that provide for different dynamical modes of response of the magnetotail to the solar wind. The Focus Group proposal is available at
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	== Substorm Expansion Onset: The First 10 Minutes (New GEM FG) ==		== Substorm Expansion Onset: The First 10 Minutes (New GEM FG) ==

	~~FG Leaders~~: Vassilis Angelopoulos <vassilis@ucla.edu>, Shin Ohtani <Shin.Ohtani@jhuapl.edu> and Kazuo Shiokawa <shiokawa@stelab.nagoya-u.ac.jp> (conveners)		Conveners: Vassilis Angelopoulos <vassilis@ucla.edu>, Shin Ohtani <Shin.Ohtani@jhuapl.edu> and Kazuo Shiokawa <shiokawa@stelab.nagoya-u.ac.jp> (conveners)

	We are pleased to announce the start of a new focus group, "Expansion Onset: The First 10 Minutes", at the upcoming GEM workshop in Zermatt Utah. This focus group is concerned with magnetospheric and ionospheric processes around the time of substorm onset, and expects to address key physics questions regarding those processes, using ground imagery, magnetometry and in situ observations from the THEMIS, Geotail, FAST, Cluster and other satellite missions, as well as theory and modeling of processes before/during the expansion phase onset. The tentative plan is available at:		We are pleased to announce the start of a new focus group, "Expansion Onset: The First 10 Minutes", at the upcoming GEM workshop in Zermatt Utah. This focus group is concerned with magnetospheric and ionospheric processes around the time of substorm onset, and expects to address key physics questions regarding those processes, using ground imagery, magnetometry and in situ observations from the THEMIS, Geotail, FAST, Cluster and other satellite missions, as well as theory and modeling of processes before/during the expansion phase onset. The tentative plan is available at:
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	This year we will focus on the following three topical areas:		This year we will focus on the following three topical areas:

	1) Timing: What is the time sequence of phenomena observed in space and on the ground, and what are the implications for substorm onset processes?		# Timing: What is the time sequence of phenomena observed in space and on the ground, and what are the implications for substorm onset processes?

	2) Pre-breakup/onset aurora: What is the electrodynamics of magnetosphere-ionosphere coupling before and at the time of substorm auroral breakup? What is the source of growth phase currents?		# Pre-breakup/onset aurora: What is the electrodynamics of magnetosphere-ionosphere coupling before and at the time of substorm auroral breakup? What is the source of growth phase currents?

	3) Mapping: How does the presence and evolution of pre-onset and expansion phase onset current systems in the tail and along the field lines affect the link between auroral and plasma sheet locations and processes?		# Mapping: How does the presence and evolution of pre-onset and expansion phase onset current systems in the tail and along the field lines affect the link between auroral and plasma sheet locations and processes?

	In order to communicate our ideas better we will need tangible examples. Several nice events identified from the last THEMIS tail season can serve that purpose quite well. If there are suggestions for any events from the community please relay them to the conveners. A consolidated list of events will be announced in the near future. There will be 3 GEM meeting break-out sessions regarding this focus group, on Wed. June 25, at 10:30-12:15, 1:30-3:00 and 3:30-5pm. The discussion will start with a speaker presenting the questions at hand and is expected to be followed by event expositions but also theory/modeling related discussions. Anyone interested in participating in the discussion is encouraged to email Vassilis Angelopoulos (vassilis@ucla.edu), Kazuo Shiokawa (shiokawa@stelab.nagoya-u.ac.jp), and		In order to communicate our ideas better we will need tangible examples. Several nice events identified from the last THEMIS tail season can serve that purpose quite well. If there are suggestions for any events from the community please relay them to the conveners. A consolidated list of events will be announced in the near future. There will be 3 GEM meeting break-out sessions regarding this focus group, on Wed. June 25, at 10:30-12:15, 1:30-3:00 and 3:30-5pm. The discussion will start with a speaker presenting the questions at hand and is expected to be followed by event expositions but also theory/modeling related discussions. Anyone interested in participating in the discussion is encouraged to email Vassilis Angelopoulos (vassilis@ucla.edu), Kazuo Shiokawa (shiokawa@stelab.nagoya-u.ac.jp), and
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	== Multiple-Dip Geomagnetic Storms: Solar-Wind Drivers or Internal Magnetospheric Processes ==		== Multiple-Dip Geomagnetic Storms: Solar-Wind Drivers or Internal Magnetospheric Processes ==

	Conveners: Vania K. Jordanova <vania@lanl.gov> and Ian Richardson <ian.g.richardson@nasa.gov>		Conveners: Vania K. Jordanova <vania@lanl.gov> and Ian Richardson <ian.g.richardson@nasa.gov>

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	== Diffuse Auroral Precipitation ~~Sessions~~ ==		== Diffuse Auroral Precipitation ==

	From: Richard Thorne <rmt@atmos.ucla.edu>		From: Richard Thorne <rmt@atmos.ucla.edu>
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	There will be four separate breakout sessions devoted to the Diffuse Auroral Precipitation Focus Group at the 2008 GEM workshop.		There will be four separate breakout sessions devoted to the Diffuse Auroral Precipitation Focus Group at the 2008 GEM workshop.

	'''Thu, 26 June, 10:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.		'''Thu, 26 June, 10:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.'''
	DAP 1: "Electron Pitch-Angle Scattering: Wave Observations and Theory"'''		'''DAP 1: "Electron Pitch-Angle Scattering: Wave Observations and Theory"'''

	Co-chaired by Richard Thorne (rmt@atmos.ucla.edu) and Nigel Meredith (nmer@bas.ac.uk).		Co-chaired by Richard Thorne (rmt@atmos.ucla.edu) and Nigel Meredith (nmer@bas.ac.uk).

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	Presentations will me made by Nigel Meredith (CRRES wave distributions), Binbin Ni (Chorus scattering) and Richard Thorne (ECH scattering). Others are solicited.		Presentations will me made by Nigel Meredith (CRRES wave distributions), Binbin Ni (Chorus scattering) and Richard Thorne (ECH scattering). Others are solicited.

	'''Thu, 26 June, 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.		'''Thu, 26 June, 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.'''
	DAP 2: "The Origin of Diffuse Auroral Structure"'''		'''DAP 2: "The Origin of Diffuse Auroral Structure"'''

	Co-chaired by Eric Donovan (edonovan@ucalgary.ca) and Mike Henderson (mghenderson@lanl.gov).		Co-chaired by Eric Donovan (edonovan@ucalgary.ca) and Mike Henderson (mghenderson@lanl.gov).

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	This session will contain presentations by Tom Sotirelis (Boundaries), Mike Henderson (Giant Undulations), Marc Lessard (patchy/pulsating aurora), Dave Knudsen (small scale structure), and Eric Donovan (ULF modulation of diffuse aurora). Others are solicited.		This session will contain presentations by Tom Sotirelis (Boundaries), Mike Henderson (Giant Undulations), Marc Lessard (patchy/pulsating aurora), Dave Knudsen (small scale structure), and Eric Donovan (ULF modulation of diffuse aurora). Others are solicited.

	'''Thu, 26 June, 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.		'''Thu, 26 June, 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.'''
	DAP 3 (Joint with FG on Near Earth Magnetosphere): "Plasma Sheet Ion Scattering"'''		'''DAP 3 (Joint with FG on Near Earth Magnetosphere): "Plasma Sheet Ion Scattering"'''

	Co-chaired by Shawn Young (Shawn.Young@kirtland.af.mil) and Mark Lessard (marc.lessard@unh.edu)		Co-chaired by Shawn Young (Shawn.Young@kirtland.af.mil) and Mark Lessard (marc.lessard@unh.edu)

	The Diffuse Auroral Precipitation and Near Earth Magnetosphere focus groups are holding a combined session on "Plasma sheet ion scattering." The plasma sheet and magnetic field structure are tightly coupled. The plasma pressure stretches the field lines, which leads to current sheet scattering of ions into the atmosphere where they excite the diffuse ion aurora. The equator-ward edge of the diffuse aurora can provide valuable information on the magnetic structure in the magneto-tail. Ion precipitation can also be associated with features of the ring current. The plasma sheet ion scattering session will focus on theory, modeling and observations of the plasma sheet, magneto-tail structure and the diffuse ion aurora.		The Diffuse Auroral Precipitation and Near Earth Magnetosphere focus groups are holding a combined session on "Plasma sheet ion scattering." The plasma sheet and magnetic field structure are tightly coupled. The plasma pressure stretches the field lines, which leads to current sheet scattering of ions into the atmosphere where they excite the diffuse ion aurora. The equator-ward edge of the diffuse aurora can provide valuable information on the magnetic structure in the magneto-tail. Ion precipitation can also be associated with features of the ring current. The plasma sheet ion scattering session will focus on theory, modeling and observations of the plasma sheet, magneto-tail structure and the diffuse ion aurora.

	'''Fri, 27 June, 10:30 - 12:15 p.m.		'''Fri, 27 June, 10:30 - 12:15 p.m.'''
	DAP 4: "Planning session for 2008-2009 activities"'''		'''DAP 4: "Planning session for 2008-2009 activities"'''

	Co-chaired by Jacob Bortnik (jbortnik@gmail.com) and Tom Sotirelis (tom.sotirelis@jhuapl.edu).		Co-chaired by Jacob Bortnik (jbortnik@gmail.com) and Tom Sotirelis (tom.sotirelis@jhuapl.edu).

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	== ~~GEM/SHINE Joint Session on "~~Perpendicular ion heating: observations on Earth and theory at the Sun" ==		== Perpendicular ion heating: observations on Earth and theory at the Sun (GEM/SHINE Joint Session) ==

	From: Bob Lysak <bob@fields.space.umn.edu>		From: Bob Lysak <bob@fields.space.umn.edu>
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	== ~~Two GEM Breakout Sessions: "~~Solar wind-magnetosphere coupling: Theory and simulations~~" and "~~How does the physics of magnetic reconnection scale up to reality?" ==		== Solar wind-magnetosphere coupling: Theory and simulations ==
			== How does the physics of magnetic reconnection scale up to reality? ==

	From: John Dorelli <john.dorelli@unh.edu>		From: John Dorelli <john.dorelli@unh.edu>
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	There will be two breakout sessions, both scheduled for Wednesday, at the 2008 GEM workshop:		There will be two breakout sessions, both scheduled for Wednesday, at the 2008 GEM workshop:

	'''Wed, June 25, 10:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.		'''Wed, June 25, 10:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.'''
	"Solar wind-magnetosphere coupling: Theory and simulations"'''		'''"Solar wind-magnetosphere coupling: Theory and simulations"'''

	This session will focus on three questions:		This session will focus on three questions:
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	# What is the role of the Hall effect (and other kinetic scale physics) in magnetospheric reconnection?		# What is the role of the Hall effect (and other kinetic scale physics) in magnetospheric reconnection?

	'''Wed, June 25, 1:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.		'''Wed, June 25, 1:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.'''
	"How does the physics of magnetic reconnection scale up to reality?"'''		'''"How does the physics of magnetic reconnection scale up to reality?"'''

	This session will focus on the question of whether the physics of magnetic reconnection observed in kinetic scale simulations is relevant on a larger scale (hundreds of ion inertial lengths). In particular, we would like to discuss the recent open boundary condition PIC simulation results, which seem to be at odds with the "standard model" of Hall-MHD reconnection.		This session will focus on the question of whether the physics of magnetic reconnection observed in kinetic scale simulations is relevant on a larger scale (hundreds of ion inertial lengths). In particular, we would like to discuss the recent open boundary condition PIC simulation results, which seem to be at odds with the "standard model" of Hall-MHD reconnection.

	We are going for an informal group discussion, but short presentations on the topics listed above are welcome. Please email John Dorelli (john.dorelli@unh.edu) or Mike Shay (shay@udel.edu) if you would like to participate.		We are going for an informal group discussion, but short presentations on the topics listed above are welcome. Please email John Dorelli (john.dorelli@unh.edu) or Mike Shay (shay@udel.edu) if you would like to participate.