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\centerline{\Huge \sf  2nd Astronomical Conference }
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\centerline{\it \Large \sf   organized by the   }
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\centerline{\Huge \sf  Hellenic Astronomical Society (HEL.A.S.) }

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\centerline{\Large \sf  29 June - 1 July 1995, Thessaloniki, Greece}
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\centerline{\Large \sf  Sponsored by: }
\centerline{\Large \sf  the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, }
\centerline{\Large \sf  the University of Athens and }
\centerline{\Large \sf  the Astronomical Institute of the
                         National Observatory of Athens }

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This Conference will cover the basic fields of Astronomy and Astrophysics
and is open to all astronomers who would like to interact and exchange their
scientific expertise with their Greek colleagues. Subjects discussed will
include:

{\bf \large
1. Sun and the Planetary System                                \\
2. Stars and Stellar Systems                                   \\
3. Galaxies and Extragalactic Systems                          \\
4. Relativity, Relativistic Astrophysics and Cosmology         \\
5. Celestial Mechanics, Stellar Dynamics and Chaotic Systems   \\
6. Astronomical Infrastructure in Greece                       }

The official languages will be Greek and English. Invited talks by experts
in these areas will present overviews and summarize results. Individual
contributions will provide the most recent results in these fields.
Proceedings, including the contributed papers, will be published in
English. 

\section{ ORGANIZING COMMITTEES:}

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{\bf SCIENTIFIC}                        & \quad  \ \ &   {\bf LOCAL} \\
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Mavridis L.N. (Thessaloniki) - Chairman & \  \ \  &   Hatzidemetriou J. - Chairman \\
Ventura J. (Crete) - Vice Chairman      & \  \ \ &  Contadakis M.E. - Vice Chairman \\
Alyssandrakis C. (Ioannina)             & \  \ \ &  Seiradakis J.H. - Secretary    \\
Contadakis M.E. (Thessaloniki)          & \  \ \ &  Varvoglis H. - Treasurer     \\
Contopoulos G. (Athens)                 & \  \ \ &  Avgoloupis S.    \\
Kontizas E. (Athens)                    & \  \ \ &  Kokkotas K.D.      \\
Laskarides P. (Athens)                  & \  \ \ &                \\
Poulakos K. (Athens)                    & \  \ \ &                \\
Sarris E. (Xanthi)                      & \  \ \ &                \\
Seiradakis J.H. (Thessaloniki)          & \  \ \ &                \\
Spyrou N.K. (Thessaloniki)              & \  \ \ &                \\
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\section{ INVITED SPEAKERS:}

The invited speakers will be announced by the Scientific Organising Committee.


\section{ AGENDA}

The scientific discussions will be spread over eight intervals, each lasting
about 2 hours. During these intervals there will be 2 to 3 parallel
sessions organized and chaired by a two-to-three-persons co-ordinating
committee. The co-ordinating committees will be responsible for refereeing
and accepting the contributed papers.


 \section{CONTRIBUTED PAPERS}

There will be both oral and poster presentations. If you wish to be
considered for either a 15-minute oral contributed talk or a poster
presentation, please indicate this and provide a short abstract.
Deadline for receiving Abstracts: {\bf 31 March 1995.}


\section{FINANCIAL SUPPORT}

        The Local Organizing Committee is working hard towards obtaining
local support for the Conference. With the help and support of the
University of Thessaloniki and other sponsors, we hope to be able to
offer limited free accomodation and subsidence. There may also be some
limited travel support.


\section{CONFERENCE LOCATION}

      The meeting will take place in the Campus of the University of
Thessaloniki located close to the centre of Thessaloniki, not far away from
the bay. The City of Thessaloniki (about 1 million inhabitants within its
extended borders) offers a wide variety of sights and activities,
ranging from world-class culture (archailogical sites, museums,
exhibitions) to a variety of entertainment, cuisine and natural wonders.
At the time of the conference the weather is expected to be pleasant.
The average maximum temperature is about 30 degrees C. Light clothing
is recommended but do include a jacket in your suitcase. Swimming in
the nearby Chalkidiki peninsular is highly recommended. Olympus, the
mountain of Gods, is less than a couple of hours drive from the city.


\section{HOTELS}

     There are several hotels within walking distance from the Campus.
If you come with your private car (or if you rent one) there are virtually
unlimited possibilities of accomodation. However, in this case, you should
bear in mind that the parking possibilities within the University Campus
are, usually, rather limited. Your reservations can be made
for you, if you fill in the form at the end of this message. Prices range
from 7000 drachmas ($\sim$ US \$29) to 27000 drachmas ($\sim$ US \$113).
Currently, the exchange rate is 1 US \$ = $\sim$ 240 Greek drachmas.


\section{CONFERENCE DINNER}

     The Conference Dinner has been scheduled for the evening of Thursday,
June 29. We hope to be able to provide a typical rich Greek cuisine
including some famous local wines.


\section{INFORMATION RELATED TO SCIENTIFIC CONTENT}

For information related to scientific content or meeting
presentations please contact:

        Professor L.N. Mavridis \\
        University of Thessaloniki \\
        GR-54006 Thessaloniki, Greece \\
        Tel: +30 31 996131,     FAX: +30 31 824273, 

or send a message to:   {\sf mavridis@vergina.eng.auth.gr}

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\section{ INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING CONTRIBUTED PAPERS, REGISTRATION, AND 
HOTEL REGISTRATION}

\subsection{ CONTRIBUTED PAPERS (Abstracts due March 31)}

Please provide the following information. 

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\centerline{\bf  of the Hellenic Astronomical Society (HEL.A.S.)  }
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\centerline{\bf   CONTRIBUTED PAPER}
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Title: \\

Subject (indicate one of subjects (1) to (6) mentioned earlier): \\

Author(s): \\

Contact person: \\
Address:

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City: \\
State: \\
Postal Code: \\
Zip:  \\
Phone: \\
FAX:  \\
e-mail: \\

Abstract (25 line max, 80 characters/line) - fill in below.

 
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Send Abstract to (e-mail, FAX or normal post): \\
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        2nd Astronomical Conference          & FAX:    +30 31 99 5384       \\
        Local Organizing Committee    &  E-mail: {\sf  elaset@astro.auth.gr} \\
        Department of Physics         &   \\
        Section of Astrophysics, Astronomy and Mechanics  & \\
        University of Thessaloniki, GR-54006 Thessaloniki, Greece & \\
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\subsection{ CONFERENCE REGISTRATION (Registration deadline: March 31, 1995}

You may pay for your registration at the welcome desk. The registration
fees are 10000 drachmas (US \$ 40). This includes the Conference Dinner
and the Proceedings of the Conference. Members of the Hellenic Astronomical
Society can register free of charge.

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\centerline{\bf  of the Hellenic Astronomical Society (HEL.A.S.)  }
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\centerline{\bf   REGISTRATION FORM}
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Please provide the following information:

Title:                              \\
First Name:                         \\
Last Name:                          \\
Affiliation for Name Tag:           \\ 
Institution Address:                \\
City:                               \\
State:                              \\
Zip:                                \\ 
Country:                            \\ 
Phone:                              \\
Fax:                                \\
e-mail:                             \\

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Send to (normal post, FAX or E-mail):

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        2nd Astronomical Conference          & FAX:    +30 31 99 5384       \\
        Local Organizing Committee    &  E-mail: {\sf  elaset@astro.auth.gr} \\
        Department of Physics         &   \\
        Section of Astrophysics, Astronomy and Mechanics  & \\
        University of Thessaloniki, GR-54006 Thessaloniki, Greece & \\
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\subsection{HOTEL REGISTRATION (Deadline: March 31, 1995 }


Please provide the following information.  We will confirm your
reservation shortly thereafter. 

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\centerline{\bf  HOTEL REGISTRATION FORM}
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Name:                                                    \\ 
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Name(s) of persons sharing accommodation(s), if any:     \\
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Date of arrival:                                         \\
Date of departure:                                       \\
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Hotel choice (please indicate a first and second choice): \\
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All star hotel ($\sim$ 17000 drs/person  for double occupancy) &      --------- \\
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All star hotel ($\sim$ 27000 drs/person  for single occupancy) &      --------- \\
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  3 star hotel ($\sim$ 10000 drs/person  for double occupancy) &      --------- \\
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  3 star hotel ($\sim$ 18000 drs/person  for single occupancy) &      --------- \\
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  2 star hotel ($\sim$ 7000 drs/person  for double occupancy) &      --------- \\
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  2 star hotel ($\sim$ 14000 drs/person  for single occupancy) &      --------- \\
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Send to (normal post, FAX or E-mail for further information):

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        2nd Astronomical Conference          & FAX:    +30 31 99 5384       \\
        Local Organizing Committee    &  E-mail: {\sf  elaset@astro.auth.gr} \\
        Department of Physics         &   \\
        Section of Astrophysics, Astronomy and Mechanics  & \\
        University of Thessaloniki, GR-54006 Thessaloniki, Greece & \\
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