Had a great week at the Institute for Nuclear Theory in Seattle, WA while attending the IReNA-INT Joint Workshop on Thermal and Magnetic Evolution of Neutron Stars. This workshop brought together theoretical and observational astrophysicists, with nuclear experimenters and theorists, and covered a wide range of topics of relevance to understanding neutron stars. I kicked things off on Monday talking about some of the exciting new observations of thermonuclear bursts that have happened over the last couple of years.

I really like the INT's approach to bring researchers together in small, focussed workshops to help encourage progress. A relaxed schedule — with afternoons free for general discussion and pop-up talks — is ideal. And even though the in-person interactions are most valuable, the organisers encouraged on-line presentations and participation, which is mandatory IMO for modern meetings. (I'd presented twice before to INT workshops, but both times remotely). I really appreciate the support of IReNA which made my attendance possible.

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