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IERS Message No. 487                                  September 05, 2023
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Call for participation in the AI for EOP Prediction Study Group at GGOS


Dear Colleagues,

The Global Geodetic Observing System (GGOS) of the International
Association of Geodesy (IAG) has established a new GGOS Focus Area on
Artificial Intelligence for Geodesy (AI4G). The purpose is to
investigate AI methods to enhance geodetic observations and products.
Within the AI4G, three study groups were established, i.e. AI for GNSS
Remote Sensing, AI for Gravity Field and Mass Change, and AI for Earth
Orientation Parameter Prediction.

If you are particularly interested in EOP prediction and intrigued by
the possibilities that AI can bring to this field, we invite you to join
the AI4EOP Prediction Study Group.

About the Study Group:

The AI4EOP Prediction study group is dedicated to harnessing the power
of AI in advancing the accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of EOP
predictions. EOP plays a pivotal role in a range of activities, from
deep-space satellite missions to precise astronomical instrument
pointing and satellite-based positioning on Earth.

Why You Should Join:

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary team
that merges the expertise of AI specialists and geodesy professionals.
By participating in this study group, you will be at the forefront of
shaping the future of EOP prediction. Your contributions will directly
impact navigation, positioning, and astronomical endeavors that rely on
precise EOP predictions.

How to Join:

To become a member of the AI4EOP Prediction study group, all you need to
do is send us an email expressing your interest and briefly sharing your
background and expertise. You can contact the JSG 3 Chair (Sadegh
Modiri, sadegh.modiri@bkg.bund.de) or Vice-Chairs (Santiago Belda,
santiago.belda@uv.es or Justyna Sliwinska, jsliwinska@cbk.waw.pl). We
welcome researchers, scientists, students, and enthusiasts alike to be
part of this exciting journey.

Our Collaborative Vision:

Through collaborative efforts, innovative thinking, and exploration of
AI methodologies, we aim to unlock new insights into EOP theories and
refine prediction methodologies. By joining forces, we can pave the way
for significant advancements in navigation, positioning, and
astronomical sciences.

Get in Touch:

If you have any questions or would like more information about the study
group, feel free to reach out to us at sadegh.modiri@bkg.bund.de. We
are here to provide you with all the details you need to embark on this
rewarding endeavor.

Join us today and be part of a community that is shaping the future of
Earth orientation parameter prediction through the lens of artificial
intelligence.

More information about the new GGOS Focus Area can be found on the AI4G
website (https://ggos.org/about/org/fa/ai-for-geodesy/).

Best Regards,
AI4EOP team
Sadegh Modiri, Justyna Sliwinska, and Santiago Belda


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