[CIG-ALL] CIG Workshop in Computational Magma Dynamics August 18-19

[Cassie Ferguson]

A Hot Time in the Big City
CIG Workshop in Computational Magma Dynamics
Aug 18-19, 2006, Columbia University, New York, NY

Registration:
http://www.geodynamics.org:8080/cig/events/MMW

Meeting Organizers: Laurent Montesi (WHOI), Marc Spiegelman (LDEO/Columbia)

Introduction:
Mantle melting and melt transport are fundamental processes that are 
essential for understanding the dynamics of plate boundaries as well as 
the geochemical evolution of the planet.  Computationally, these 
problems are quite challenging and involve the addition of new physics 
and multiple temporal/spatial scales to mantle convection and tectonic 
deformation models. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss current 
progress and future goals for understanding and modeling magmatic 
processes in the Earth.  In particular, we want to discuss opportunities 
for new software development afforded by CIG that would enable 
researchers to explore new science and better integrate theory with 
observations.

Some possible issues for discussion include:

o Crucial Observations (magma transport and chemistry) and their 
implications for model functionality.
o Current theories and computational methods
      - Viscous porous media
      - Brittle transport
      - Complex rheologies
      - Thermodynamics and chemical transport
o Computational Challenges (multi-scale, multi-physics)
      - Localization
      - Non-diffusive transport
      - Pressure accuracy
o Useful Benchmark problems
o Development of regional scale models for Ridges, Subduction Zones, Plumes
o Integration with large scale mantle dynamics and reusability of other 
CIG codes
o Integration with geochemical databases/observations
o Software needs (e.g. regional modeling frameworks, process modeling)

We seek contributions in these and any other areas that will help us to 
develop a clear understanding of community desires and needs and provide 
clear guidance for software development in CIG.

Logistics:
The meeting will take place over two days on the Morningside Campus of 
Columbia University  in New York City and consist of short 
tutorials/presentations on critical aspects of magma dynamics and 
scientific computing followed by open discussion sessions for planning.

-- 
Cassie Ferguson
Technical Writer
Computational Infrastructure for Geodynamics
626.395.1694
www.geodynamics.org