Program Overview

Introduction to the Computing for SKA Colloquium

The Computing for SKA Colloquium (C4SKA) is a two-day event that brings together industry and academics involved in the design phase of computer systems for the SKA, the world's largest and most sensitive radio telescope.

Event Details

• Dates: Thursday 13 Friday 14 February 2020
• Venue: Sir Paul Reeves Building, WG404, AUT City Campus

Purpose and Scope

The Colloquium includes presentations and discussions around the project's transition towards construction, including design updates, prototyping, and the Bridging phase.

Organizing Committee

• TN Chan Modern Technology NZ Ltd - Compucon
  • Role: Committee Member
• Andrew Ensor AUT
  • Role: Co-chair
• Anthony Griffin - AUT
  • Role: Committee Member
• Sergei Gulyaev AUT
  • Role: Co-chair
• Patricia Sallis - AUT
  • Role: Administration
• Willem van Straten - AUT
  • Role: Committee Member

Project Overview

The SKA is described as the mega science project of the 21st century, aiming to build the world's largest and most sensitive radio telescope. The Colloquium is part of a tradition extending back many years, hosting discussions and presentations on the project's progress and future developments.