This is the foremost theme of the conference. The scientific standard is assured to be of the highest calibre by the participation of very many truly eminent leading scientists. The physics content embraces a coherent set of exciting frontiers, and is a unique opportunity for exploring the latest results in well defined fields as well as fields represented by the interfaces between mainstream sciences. These all too rare occasions allow experts to dialogue with their own colleagues, as well as with colleagues from neighbouring disciplines where substantial progress depends on the cross-pollination of ideas. Student training The conference also represents an unique man-power development opportunity afforded by the presence of the many esteemed international visiting scientists.
Special funding is in place to facilitate participation by students.
Students from the Southern African region are particularly encouraged to attend. A mentoring system using senior overseas delegates will assist students to take advantage of the exposure to frontier science as well as the exposure to opportunities for building international research contacts. Some parallel sessions will be devoted to seminars, palavars and school type activities to leverage the maximum educational advantage and effective participation by the students. In the light of the pan-African interests of Friedel Sellschop, long before it became popular to do so, the conference appropriately dedicates some sessions to exploring science policy issues relevant to research capacity building and the African Renaissance. Keynote addresses will be delivered by various local and international experts drawing on lifetimes of experience.