18 Nov 2009

The specific objectives of the SDP initial results presentations during this workshop include:

• to take stock of the current status of Herschel, actual in-flight performance, what has been learned, and plans for the next AO
   
• to take stock of instrument in-flight performance, observing mode verification/modification and release, performance, and lessons learned
   
• to demonstrate Herschel's scientific capabilities as actually achieved by observations, and lessons learned
   
• to illustrate Herschel's scientific capabilities by presenting initial preliminary science results

Workshop registration and information

The workshop will be held at the European Space Astronomy Centre (ESAC) in Villanueva de la Cañada, about 30 km North-West of Madrid. Early registration for attending the workshop is encouraged.

The deadline for registration is Friday 4 December 2009.

Full details about the workshop and the registration process can be found at the dedicated workshop web site:

http://herschel.esac.esa.int/SDP_IR_wkshop.shtml