UGM 2025

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+title: Announcement and Call for Abstracts for MDAnalysis UGM 2025
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+We are now [accepting abstracts][abstracts] for the [2025 MDAnalysis UGM][ugmPage] (User Group Meeting), taking place 9th-11th Nov, 2025, in Arizona, USA at [Arizona State University](https://www.asu.edu/). Abstracts are welcomed from all areas relevant to MDAnalysis's work, from scientific applications (e.g., biomolecular simulations, soft matter and materials science, drug discovery and more) to the use and development of open source software and tools for molecular simulations data analysis. Additionally this UGM will have sessions focusing on ongoing work on simulation streaming work being undertaken at ASU (see our previous [workshop][streaming_workshop] on this topic). When submitting your abstract, you may indicate whether you prefer to give a 15 minute talk, 5 minute lighting talk, or poster presentation.
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+MDAnalysis strives to be a diverse and welcoming community for all. While the event will be free to attend, a limited number of travel bursaries are available to enable those facing financial barriers to attend and present their work. If you would like to apply, please follow the prompts on the [abstract submission form][abstracts].
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+The deadline for submitting your abstract and/or bursary application is **XX, 2025**. Submissions will be reviewed by the end of July 2025; we will contact applicants shortly after.
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+Follow our [official event page][ugmPage] on our website for the most up-to-date information about the UGM. If you have any questions or special requests, you may contact [[email protected]][email].
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+[abstracts]: https://forms.gle/jfKsiWUDn4TMzX5Q6
+[ugmPage]: https://www.mdanalysis.org/pages/ugm2025/
+[email]: mailto:[email protected]
+[streaming_workshop]: https://www.mdanalysis.org/2024/11/03/ASU_streaming_workshop/

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+## When and Where
+
+The UGM (User Group Meeting) will be held in-person across 3 days, 9th-11th Nov, 2025, at at [Arizona State University](https://www.asu.edu/).
+
+### Address
+[Center for Biological Physics and Department of Physics](https://cbp.asu.edu/)
+Arizona State University
+Tempe, AZ 85287
+
+## What to Expect
+The UGM will bring together users of the MDAnalysis package from different communities. Our goal is to foster an opportunity to connect for interdisciplinary researchers and developers across biomolecular simulations, soft matter, materials science and more. Whether you are a new MDAnalysis contributor, an MDAnalysis core developer, or a researcher using (or interested in using) MDAnalysis for your work in academia or industry, this UGM is for you. You can expect:
+* Keynote talks from experts in the molecular dynamics simulations space (see [Keynote Speakers](https://www.mdanalysis.org/pages/ugm2024/#keynote-speakers) below)
+* Talks related to developing and using MDAnalysis for diverse scientific applications (see [Program](https://www.mdanalysis.org/pages/ugm2024/#program) below)
+* A focus on recent streaming work being undertaken at ASU
+* Tutorials diving into new features
+* Direct access to the [MDAnalysis core developer team][coredev] to help shape future development of MDAnalysis
+* Networking opportunities to foster new collaborations
+* Hackathon and other social outings
+
+## Registration
+Attendance is free and first-come, first-serve; see the registration button below.
+
+<a href="XXX" target="_blank" style="background:#FF9200;padding:10px;margin:10px 0px;text-align:center;text-decoration:none;font-size:16pt;color:#000000;display:inline-block;border-radius:3px">Register</a>
+
+
+## Keynote Speakers
+
+Keynote speakers will be announced soon.
+
+## Program
+
+A finalized agenda will be available closer to the event date. The UGM will include a mix of talks, tutorials, and a hackathon.
+
+## Travel and Accommodation
+*Participants are expected to make their own travel and accommodation arrangements.* Rooms can be booked through XXX
+
+Public Transport
+
+Immigration comment.  Attendees requiring a letter clarifying the purpose of travel should [contact the MDAnalysis project manager][email]. 
+
+## Meals
+
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+| **Restaurant (food type)** | **Location** | **Website** |
+|----------------------------|--------------|-------------|
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+
+## Health and Safety
+We are committed to providing a safe, comfortable, and healthy environment for the MDAnalysis UGM and have looked to local and international entities and other organizations in the open source community to develop onsite safety measures for UGM attendees.
+
+### Testing
+A limited number of rapid self-tests will be made available at check-in for those who would like to test themselves for COVID-19 during the meeting.
+
+*Testing Positive for COVID-19*
+
+Individuals who are COVID-positive should not attend the UGM. If you receive a positive COVID-19 test result during the UGM, please [notify the MDAnalysis UGM organizing committee][ugm_email] and do not return to the event while you are still COVID-positive.
+
+### Face Coverings
+Face coverings are not required, but are welcomed. We view face coverings as a personal choice and will support attendees in their choice to wear or not to wear a face covering.
+
+### Social Distancing and Hygiene
+While we will be unable to enforce social distancing guidelines during the UGM, there is extra seating capacity at the venue that allows for voluntary distancing. At check-in, you will have the option to indicate your comfort level with social distancing on your name tag.
+
+## Code of Conduct
+All members of the MDAnalysis community and participants in this UGM are expected to abide by the MDAnalysis [Code of Conduct][coc] (CoC).
+
+If you are attending the UGM and wish to make a report, you may contact the [CoC Committee members](https://www.mdanalysis.org/pages/team/#roles) or other event staff/organizers so that they can take any appropriate immediate response. If you would prefer not to do that, please [submit a report][coc_report] to MDAnalysis.
+
+## Who to Contact
+If you have any questions or special requests related to the UGM, you may [contact the organizing committee][ugm_email].
+
+## Sponsors
+A special thanks to our supporters:
+
+<br>
+<a href="https://chanzuckerberg.com/">
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+<a/> 
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+[coredev]: https://www.mdanalysis.org/about/#mdanalysis-core-developers
+[email]: mailto:[email protected]
+[coc]: https://www.mdanalysis.org/pages/conduct/
+[coc_report]: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeID-DiFMbXAHFeeiNgPKiCoa3FwA5I_92xE9cqlZB-3J49zA/viewform?c=0&w=1
+[ugm_email]: mailto:[email protected]