Asiago, Italy
12th-16th October 2026
This 5-day observational school aims to provide PhD students and early-career researchers with hands-on training in optical follow-up techniques for transient and multi-messenger astronomy. Hosted at the Asiago Observatory, the school will combine lectures with real telescope observations, offering practical experience in planning time-critical observations, operating instruments, and reducing imaging and spectroscopic data. By focusing on rapidly evolving transient phenomena, the school addresses the growing need for skilled observers in the era of wide-field, high-cadence surveys, while promoting equal access to observational training across institutions.
The school will be held in person and is limited to 20 participants to ensure intensive interaction and direct experience at the telescope. Registration is open until April 30, 2026. There is no registration fee, and limited funding is available. The school will cover local expenses, including lodging, local transportation, and some meals.
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