XVI SIRGAS School “VLBI and SLR Data Processing”

The XVI SIRGAS School will be held in the beautiful city of San Juan, Argentina, with the aim of training professionals in the field of geodesy through the processing of VLBI (Very Long Baseline Interferometry) and SLR (Satellite Laser Ranging) data, key techniques for the definition of global reference frames.

Dates: From Monday, October 27 to Saturday, November 1, 2025

Location: San Juan, Argentina.

Course Objective:

The purpose of this course is to provide the theoretical concepts and practical tools necessary for the analysis and processing of VLBI and SLR techniques, delving into their application in the definition and maintenance of geodetic reference frames.

Addressed to:

• • Graduates in geodesy and related fields
  • Scientists specializing in geodesy
  • Employees of national mapping agencies
  • Students interested in geodesy and space technology

Allocation of Places for the XVI SIRGAS School

The SIRGAS Executive Committee will have 10 special spots, which will be assigned among the 50 participants selected to attend the UN-GGCE Workshop.

These positions will be assigned based on academic profile, professional experience, and commitment to strengthening geodesy in the region.

Registration Form – XVI SIRGAS School

Registration deadline for the XVI SIRGAS School: Friday, May 9, 2025

Registration:

Those interested must complete the Registration Form to confirm their participation. Registration is also required for the UN-GGCE Workshop: Capacity Building in Geodesy, in Santiago, Chile.

Registration – UN-GGCE Workshop

UN-GGCE Workshop registration deadline: Tuesday, April 29, 2025