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GWADW2026 - Gravitational-Wave Advanced Detector Workshop

17–23 May 2026
Hotel Hermitage, La Biodola, Isola d'Elba
Europe/Rome timezone

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Introductory Talks

18 May 2026, 09:05
Hotel Hermitage, La Biodola, Isola d'Elba

Hotel Hermitage, La Biodola, Isola d'Elba

Conveners

Introductory Talks: Science

  • Massimiliano Razzano (University of Pisa and INFN-Pisa)
  • Francesco Fidecaro (University of Pisa and INFN)

Introductory Talks: Second-generation Detectors

  • Massimiliano Razzano (University of Pisa and INFN-Pisa)
  • Francesco Fidecaro (University of Pisa and INFN)

Introductory Talks: Third-Generation Detectors

  • Massimiliano Razzano (University of Pisa and INFN-Pisa)
  • Francesco Fidecaro (University of Pisa and INFN)

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  1. 144. Searching for continuous and stochastic gravitational waves in LVK data: latest results and perspectives
    18/05/2026, 09:35
    Introductory Talks
    Presentation

    Continuous gravitational waves (CW) are long-lasting signals predicted from spinning neutron stars and other exotic sources, representing a major target of current gravitational wave searches. In this talk I will review the most recent observational results from CW searches, covering from the targeted searches for known pulsars to the all-sky surveys for unknown sources, with a particular...

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  2. 138. Science with 3G detectors
    Michele Maggiore (Geneva University)
    18/05/2026, 10:05
    Introductory Talks
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    We will give an overview of the main scientific targets of the next generation of ground-based GW detectors, and their impact on fundamental physics, cosmology and astrophysics.

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  3. 143. Status and plans for Advanced Virgo+
    Maddalena Mantovani (EGO)
    18/05/2026, 11:30
    Introductory Talks
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    This presentation will provide an overview of the current status of Advanced Virgo+. The first part will focus on the optical configuration adopted for the O4 observing run, highlighting its performance and distinctive features. Subsequently, post-run commissioning activities will be discussed, with particular emphasis on the investigation and mitigation of the excess noise observed in the...

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  4. 137. KAGRA Extension and Plan for O5
    Shinji Miyoki
    18/05/2026, 12:00
    Introductory Talks
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    Following a review of KAGRA, support from MEXT has been officially
    extended through the end of the O5 observing run and the subsequent data
    analysis phase. During O5, KAGRA will aim to achieve a binary neutron
    star (BNS) sensitivity of 25 Mpc. To reach this goal, we plan to
    introduce new sapphire input test masses (ITMs), increase the laser
    power to 30 W, implement resonant sideband...

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  5. 135. Towards a Technical Design of the Einstein Telescope
    Jan Harms (Istituto Nazionale di Fisica Nucleare)
    18/05/2026, 16:00
    Introductory Talks
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    The Einstein Telescope was conceived as the ultimate terrestrial GW observatory located underground to provide the quietest possible geophysical environment. A set of revolutionary technologies is needed to make full use of these quiet conditions. One of the important consequences is that the single-interferometer configuration must be abandoned by introducing the concept of the xylophone with...

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  6. 141. Cosmic Explorer Status
    Michael Landry (Caltech)
    18/05/2026, 16:25
    Introductory Talks
    Presentation

    We present the current status of Cosmic Explorer (CE), with emphasis on key deliverables of the conceptual design phase of the project. Additionally, we review the Cosmic Explorer Beamtube Experiment, CEBEX, the construction of a 140m-long facility for the testing of prototype vacuum technology for the third-generation, 40km CE facility.

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  7. 29. ETpathfinder: prototyping low-frequency technologies for the Einstein Telescope
    Luise Kranzhoff
    18/05/2026, 17:10
    Introductory Talks
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    The European third generation gravitational-wave detector Einstein Telescope will rely on cryogenics and silicon as mirror and suspension material to achieve unprecedented low-frequency sensitivity. Prototyping and characterisation of these new technologies on a system-level is needed to inform the design and future upgrades of the large-scale observatory. This is the mission of ETpathfinder,...

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