Space and Cosmic Ray Physics Seminar

What: Harm Moraal, Potchefstroom University, South Africa will present on "Some Current Topics in Cosmic Ray Modulation Studies." The heliospheric modulation of cosmic rays has been studied for many decades. Moraal's group primary contribution is to make numerical solutions of the cosmic ray transport equation that describes this process. Moraal will briefly describe two recent initiatives to make these neutron monitor observations of the modulation significantly more useful.

When/Where: Monday, May 5 in the Computer and Space Sciences bldg, rm 2400 at 4:30 p.m. Tea and cookies from 4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Sponsored by: Department of Physics, University of Maryland and the Institute for Physical Science and Technology, University of Maryland

For more info: Call Mihir Desai at (301) 405-6211 or go to the following website http://space.umd.edu/seminars/Spring_2003_Seminar.htm

For free parking please park in lot DD or anywhere on levels 1-2 in lot B (the big parking garage) after 4.00 pm. Make sure that you park in a spot WITHOUT a parking meter.

Systems Engineering Seminar

What: Victoria P. Friedensen, Policy and Communications Manager Nuclear Systems Initiative, Office of Space Science NASA HQ, Code S will present Project Prometheus: Implementing a Managed Approach to Risk Communication. Ms. Friedensen will discuss a new model for risk communication that provides a managed approach to communication and outreach activities related to the development, design, use, and possible flight of space nuclear power systems. Systems Engineering Seminars are open to all US Citizens.

When/Where: Tuesday, May 6 in the bldg. 3 Goett Auditorium at 1:00 p.m.

For more info please contact: Tom Bagg at 301-867-0063 or visit:
http://seacd.gsfc.nasa.gov/SE_Seminar/

The seminar will be webcast live to the NASA domain at:
http://128.183.174.165/building3live.asx

Finite Element Modeling Continuous Improvement (FEMCI) Workshop

What: Mechanical Systems Analysis and Simulation Branch will host the annual Finite Element Modeling Continuous Improvement (FEMCI) Workshop. The goals of the workshop are to bring together engineers from the aerospace community to discuss and exchange knowledge and experience in the fields of finite element modeling and structural mechanics and to establish a network among analyst. Attendance is free.

What/When: Wed, May 7 and Thurs, May 8 in the Goddard Visitor Center.
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For more info: Contact Jim Loughlin via email at James.P.Loughlin@nasa.gov, 301-286-6114 or click here for announcement pdf.

Information Science and Technology Colloquium

What: Erik Winfree, co-author of numerous journal and conference publications on molecular computation and DNA based computers. Dr. Winfree will speak on the topic entitled "Biomolecular Computing" and will describe the research in his lab on two models, algorithmic DNA self-assembly and RNAP transcriptional networks. In addition, Dr. Winfree will discuss the current state of experimental implementation, challenges and prospects.

When/Where: Wed.,May 7 at 3:30 p.m. in the bldg. 3 Goett auditorium followed by a Q&A session. Refreshments at 3:30 p.m. courtesy of GEWA.

For more info, see: http://isandtcolloq.gsfc.nasa.gov/.

Property Management Branch Sale

What: An auction sale consisting of misc. aluminum; misc. scrap metal; lathe machine; automobiles: (cars and trucks) misc. equipment: testing and electronic; mics. office furniture; and many other misc. items.

When/Where: Thurs., May 8, 2003 in bldg. 16W excess warehouse at 10:30 p.m. - Inspection will be from 8:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.

For more info, visit: http://sales.gsfc.nasa.gov or contact Art Wade 6-8740 - Jackie Cooper 6-3976 or Dorothy Williams 6-9625.

2003 Goddard and Goddard Contractors Association (GCA)

What: The Center Director cordially invites all Goddard employees to the fourteenth Annual Quality Symposium with this year's them, Quality Improvement Processes for the New Millennium. This event includes keynote speaker, Bryan D. O'Connor, Associate Administrator, Office of Safety and Mission Assurance. In addition, five Goddard Contractors Excellence Awards and nine finalists plaques will be presented.

When/Where: Fri, May 9 in the bldg 3 Goett auditorium at 7:30 a.m.

Second Earth System Modeling Framework Community Meeting

What: The Second Earth System Modeling Framework (ESMF) Community Meeting will be held at Princeton University on May 15, 2003. The ESMF project is developing a standards-based software framework to improve interoperability in state-of-the-art high-performance weather and climate models. The first release of this system will be presented at the meeting and comments and feedback solicited from the community.

The ESMF team welcomes broad participation from members of the high-performance computing and Earth science communities

When/Where: May 15, 2003, Princeton University, New Jersey

For more Information on the meeting and open registration details: http://www.gfdl.noaa.gov/esmf

Background material on the ESMF project can be found at: http://www.esmf.ucar.edu

Director's Colloquium

Who: Dr. Steve Adubato, four time winning Emmy award broadcaster, syndicated newspaper columnist author and speaker will reveal his secrets to being a great communicator in a way that will dramatically change the way you talk, listen and connect with others. Dr. Adubato discussion will stem from his new book, Speak from the Heart: Be Yourself and Get Results. What really counts is making an authentic connection with other people, not merely from the intellect, but form the heart.

When/Where: Wed., May 21 in the bldg 3 Goett Auditorium at 10 a.m.

For further information, visit: http://workforce.gsfc.nasa.gov/b2k.html

GEWA Lunchtime Concert

What: Eurest Dinning Services, Ms. Amanda Cobern and staff invites you to enjoy the first Spring time Cookout, while listening to and enjoying the Lunchtime Concert. Ms. Jolyn Laverty Nace (Vocalist) of Management Operations Directorate, Code 200 will open this year's 2003, Lunchtime Concert with songs from the "Big Band" era (Harry James, Tommy Dorsey and Glen Miller).

When/Where: Wed, May 21, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30, at the Building 21, Cafeteria

Upcoming Training

In the IDP Workshop for Supervisors and the IDP Workshop for Employees, many questions have come up around the IDP process. Under OHR's career development page, there is a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) that have come from both supervisors and employees. These questions have been answered by OHR staff and legal counsel. Please take time to review these FAQs at http://ohr.gsfc.nasa.gov/DevGuide/idp.htm. Questions? Please contact Tracey White.

The view all of the upcoming training courses, visit: http://ohr.gsfc.nasa.gov/DevGuide/Calendar/home.htm

MAD Spring Music Show - May 2 & 3

"Broadway Gone MAD", a fabulous 2-hour show dedicated to famous Broadway show tunes, will be performed at the Berwyn Presbyterian Church at 8 p.m. on May 2 & 3. This year's show will be directed by veteran MAD performer, Richard Richardson, and produced by Kathy Fontaine and Mark Faber. Cost is $6/person (including light refreshments), and tickets may be purchased at the door. The church is located on Greenbelt Road, at the first traffic light west of Kenilworth Avenue. Turn by the McDonald's and park in the lot in back of the church.