Galaxy clusters are the cornerstone of observational cosmology. In recent years there have been great advances in the observation and interpretation of multiwavelength observations of clusters, with X-ray and Sunyaev-Zeldovich Effect data providing an essential role in our understanding of the formation and evolution of the universe. With the Chandra, XMM-Newton, Suzaku and other X-ray observatories in their maturity, and with SZE surveys now underway from a number of observatories such as APEX-SZ, Planck, the South Pole Telescope and many others, X-ray, SZE and associated multiwavelength observations are providing unique contributions to cosmology.

The future looks even more promising, with a number of additional X-ray and SZE missions and experiments that will become operational in this decade.

This workshop aims to bring together observers and theorists who are intersted in the study of cosmology with X-ray, SZE and associated observations of clusters, discuss the latest discoveries in the field, and learn about the future of this field. The gathering is intended to be also an opportunity to exchange ideas among the participants, and it will be structured such that ample time will be given to discussions after each talk, and after the sessions.

Students and recent graduates may qualify for registration and some travel reimbursement (limited), and their participation is strongly encouraged. See Registration page for more details.

List of Topics:

• Advances in ground-based and space-borne observations of the SZE
• Cosmology with galaxy clusters (evolution of mass function, power spectrum, baryons fraction)
• Theoretical/numerical progress of modeling of galaxy clusters and their impact on cosmology
• The unique contributions to cosmology of joint X-ray/SZE (scaling relations, gas fraction, mass measurements and agreement with lensing measurements, ICM thermal properties in cluster outskirts)
• Optical and multi-wavelength coverage of SZE and X-ray clusters
• The future of X-ray and SZE surveys

Inquiries can be made to Max Bonamente at bonamem@uah.edu.