Welcome to ALAN 2023 from the Conference Chairs!
On behalf of the Steering and Local Organising Committees, we are pleased to invite you to attend the 2023 Artificial Light at Night Conference.
The ALAN conference series is dedicated to examining all aspects of artificial light at night, including how light is produced (e.g. technologies, industry, and lighting design), where it is present (e.g. remote sensing), the effects it has on humans and nature (e.g. ecology), how it is perceived (and not perceived) by the public (e.g. perceptions of safety and security), and how the benefits and detriments of lighting may be balanced by regulation (e.g. standards and laws).
As population grows and technology evolves, the use of artificial light at night continues to increase, intensifying the impact on human and natural environments. So as scientists, practitioners, regulators, and users of artificial light at night, the need to understand, innovate, and educate has never been stronger. ALAN 2023 will bring us together, linking inquisitive minds and new ideas.
We look forward to sharing, learning, and connecting with you August 10 – 13, in Calgary, Canada during
ALAN 2023.
Conference Chairs
Annette Krop-Benesch, Co-Chair, International Steering Committee
Diane Turnshek, Co-Chair, International Steering Committee
Bob King, Chair, Local Organising Committee
Registration- ALAN 2023
Click here [link will come soon] to register now to attend ALAN 2023 and select optional items as described below. Registration fees and options are described.
The ALAN 2023 conference will be conducted in-person and will be available for virtual attendance. All plenary sessions and papers and most posters will be presented during the in-person conference August 10 – August 13, 2023. Posters will also be presented at a virtual-only poster sessions and networking opportunities that will occur three weeks before the in-person conference on July 21-22. In-person delegates will be able to participate in the virtual poster and networking sessions and virtual delegates will be able to participate in the in-person plenary and paper sessions.
The registration fee for in-person attendance includes access to the technical sessions, on-site and virtual poster sessions, a booklet of the papers and posters, the reception on August 10, breakfasts, coffee breaks, and lunches on Aug 11, 12 and 13, and the banquet on August 12. Additionally, you will have access to on-demand viewing of the technical sessions after the conference.
Registration for virtual only attendance lets you participate in the virtual poster sessions on July 21-22 and the in-person conference plenary and paper sessions via Zoom, as well as on-demand viewing of the technical sessions during and after the conference. You will also receive a pdf of the abstracts of the papers and posters.
On behalf of the Steering and Local Organising Committees, we are pleased to invite you to attend the 2023 Artificial Light at Night Conference.
The ALAN conference series is dedicated to examining all aspects of artificial light at night, including how light is produced (e.g. technologies, industry, and lighting design), where it is present (e.g. remote sensing), the effects it has on humans and nature (e.g. ecology), how it is perceived (and not perceived) by the public (e.g. perceptions of safety and security), and how the benefits and detriments of lighting may be balanced by regulation (e.g. standards and laws).
As population grows and technology evolves, the use of artificial light at night continues to increase, intensifying the impact on human and natural environments. So as scientists, practitioners, regulators, and users of artificial light at night, the need to understand, innovate, and educate has never been stronger. ALAN 2023 will bring us together, linking inquisitive minds and new ideas.
We look forward to sharing, learning, and connecting with you August 10 – 13, in Calgary, Canada during
ALAN 2023.
Conference Chairs
Annette Krop-Benesch, Co-Chair, International Steering Committee
Diane Turnshek, Co-Chair, International Steering Committee
Bob King, Chair, Local Organising Committee
Registration- ALAN 2023
Click here [link will come soon] to register now to attend ALAN 2023 and select optional items as described below. Registration fees and options are described.
The ALAN 2023 conference will be conducted in-person and will be available for virtual attendance. All plenary sessions and papers and most posters will be presented during the in-person conference August 10 – August 13, 2023. Posters will also be presented at a virtual-only poster sessions and networking opportunities that will occur three weeks before the in-person conference on July 21-22. In-person delegates will be able to participate in the virtual poster and networking sessions and virtual delegates will be able to participate in the in-person plenary and paper sessions.
The registration fee for in-person attendance includes access to the technical sessions, on-site and virtual poster sessions, a booklet of the papers and posters, the reception on August 10, breakfasts, coffee breaks, and lunches on Aug 11, 12 and 13, and the banquet on August 12. Additionally, you will have access to on-demand viewing of the technical sessions after the conference.
Registration for virtual only attendance lets you participate in the virtual poster sessions on July 21-22 and the in-person conference plenary and paper sessions via Zoom, as well as on-demand viewing of the technical sessions during and after the conference. You will also receive a pdf of the abstracts of the papers and posters.
Registration Fees* (Canadian $) and deadlines
In-Person Delegate Virtual Delegate Student and Developing Country** (in person or virtual) Citizen Scientist*** (virtual) |
Until April 30
475 340 245 50 |
After April 30
575 415 340 50 |
Registration closes
July 15 August 13 In-person: July 15 Virtual: Aug 13 August 13 |
* All registration fees and optional items are subject to 5% Goods & Services Tax and 4% transaction fee.
** Delegates from developing countries must reside in a developing country as defined by the United Nations and listed here.
*** A Citizen Scientist is a member of the public who collects and analyses data relating to artificial light at night, typically as part of a collaborative project with
professional scientists. Please contact us at Citizen Scientist Application to apply for this rate ( link will come soon).
** Delegates from developing countries must reside in a developing country as defined by the United Nations and listed here.
*** A Citizen Scientist is a member of the public who collects and analyses data relating to artificial light at night, typically as part of a collaborative project with
professional scientists. Please contact us at Citizen Scientist Application to apply for this rate ( link will come soon).
Optional Items
Guest Banquet Tickets
You may purchase tickets to bring a guest to the banquet. Guest tickets are $52.00. There are a limited number of guest tickets available.
Guest Banquet Tickets
You may purchase tickets to bring a guest to the banquet. Guest tickets are $52.00. There are a limited number of guest tickets available.
Pre-Conference Tours and Workshop--see the tours document for web content.
- Mars in the Rockies tour (August 9): $95.00
- The Cretaceous/Tertiary Boundary & Tyrrell Museum tour (August 10): $95.00
- Nightscape Photography Seminar (August 10): $80.00
- August 9 supper: for Mars in the Rockies tour participants and all other delegates: $27.00
Refund Policy
For registrations, and optional items:
Refund Policy
For registrations, and optional items:
- Before May 1, 75% refund
- After April 30, a 25% refund
- After July 15, no refund
ALAN 2023 Student Bursary
If you are a student or live in a developing country (Table C countries according to the UN classification, you can apply for support.
Please fill in the Google form at this link: Student Bursary
Deadline for the student bursary application is March 19.
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Organizers
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ALAN 2023 Organising Committee
Bob King, RASC Calgary Centre Roland Dechesne, RASC Calgary Centre Robyn Foret, RASC National Dr. Phil Langill, Department of Physics & Astronomy, University of Calgary Website maintained by Johanne Roby johanne.roby@cegepsherbrooke.qc.ca |