NUFACT10
XII International Workshop on
Neutrino Factories, Super beams and Beta beams
20 - 25 October 2010
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai, India


First Bulletin



The XII International Workshop on Neutrino Factories, Super beams and Beta beams is being organized by Tata Institute of Fundamental Research and the India-based Neutrino Observatory (INO). It will be held at the Tata Institute, Mumbai, India during 20 to 25 October, 2010.

  • Workshop Webpage

    More information on the Workshop is available at the website
    http://www.tifr.res.in/~nufact2010

  • Some Important dates

    Last date for
    Normal Registration: September 20 30, 2010
    Abstract submission: September 20, 2010

  • Registration Procedure

    Registration for the Workshop can be done by filling up and submitting the online form provided through the workshop website. Registration fee is USD 380 if paid by 20 September 2010. Registration is possible after 20 September, but the fee is USD 425.

    The registration fee includes welcome reception, lunches, tea/coffee/snacks during all breaks, Banquet, daily transport between the Venue to the respective hotels, excursion, workshop material and proceedings.

    Charge for accompanying person is USD 60, which includes Welcome reception, Banquet, and excursion.

    The procedure for remitting the registration fee is described in detail in the Workshop website.

  • Mode Of Payment

    You may remit the money by Bank Transfer to our correspondent bank mentioned below.
    Please mention the Ultimate benificiary,the Customer account number and your name.

    Details for remitting your fees by bank transfer:

    Ultimate benificiaryNUFACT10
    Customer A/C No.3066596731
    NameYour Name

    For U.S. $ Remittance:

    Name of the Bank Citibank N.A. New York, USA
    Swift Address CITIUS33
    Favouring A/c No. 36072305
    Central Bank Of India,
    Overseas Branch,Mumbai,INDIA
    Further Credit to Central Bank Of India,
    Churchgate Branch,TIFR Extn counter,
    A/c No 3066596731
    Swift AddressCBININBBOSB

    For Pound Sterling Remittance:

    Name of the Bank Standard Charted Bank Plc, London, UK
    Swift Address SCBLGB2L
    Favouring A/c No. 1721589401
    Central Bank Of India,
    Overseas Branch,Mumbai,INDIA
    Further Credit to Central Bank Of India,
    Churchgate Branch,TIFR Extn counter,
    A/c No 3066596731
    Swift AddressCBININBBOSB

    For Euro Remittance:

    Name of the Bank Royal Bank Of Scotland
    Swift Address ABNADEFF
    Favouring A/c No. 56.02.653.007
    Central Bank Of India,
    Overseas Branch,Mumbai,INDIA
    Further Credit to Central Bank Of India,
    Churchgate Branch,TIFR Extn counter,
    A/c No 3066596731
    Swift AddressCBININBBOSB

    For Japanese Yen Remittance:

    Name of the Bank Union Bank of California
    4-2 MARUNOUCHI, 1-CHOME
    CHIYODA KU , Tokyo 100-91 Japan
    Swift Address BOPCJPJT
    Favouring A/c No. 16-508937-1121
    Central Bank Of India,
    Overseas Branch,Mumbai,INDIA
    Further Credit to Central Bank Of India,
    Churchgate Branch,TIFR Extn counter,
    A/c No 3066596731
    Swift AddressCBININBBOSB

    For Swiss Franc Remittance:

    Name of the Bank UBS AG, Zurich, Switzerland
    Swift Address UBSWCHZH80A
    Favouring A/c No. 023000000 94658050000W
    Central Bank Of India,
    Overseas Branch,Mumbai,INDIA
    Further Credit to Central Bank Of India,
    Churchgate Branch,TIFR Extn counter,
    A/c No 3066596731
    Swift AddressCBININBBOSB

  • Abstract submission

    If you would like to submit an abstract for a oral contribution, please follow the abstract submission procedure given in the Workshop website. In the Registration page, please remember to mention the Working group to which your abstract should go.

  • Accommodation

    Arrangements have been made with two good hotels for participants of NUFACT10. These two are within a short distance from the venue. Special rates have been negotiated for the conference delegates. Transport arrangements between the hotels and the workshop venue will be made. Please book early, because the number of rooms are limited.

    Accommodation will be booked by the participants according to their choice made in the registration form. Please follow the instructions given in the appropriate section of the registration form in this regard.

    Participants will pay the charges to the hotels themselves. All major credit cards are accepted at the hotels. The tariff for the hotels is given below. All the rates are exclusive of local taxes (10%) but include buffet breakfast.

    Please identify yourselves as one of the delegates of the NUFAC10 (or Neutrino Factory) meeting, while contacting the Hotel Staff.

    Trident, Nariman Point, Mumbai:
    • Superior Room (INR 9000 for single occupancy and INR 10750 for double occupancy)
    • Deluxe Ocean View Room (INR 10500 for single occupancy and INR 11750 for double occupancy)
    Fariyas Hotel, Colaba, Mumbai:
    • Standard Double Room ( INR 6000)
    • Deluxe Double Room ( INR 7000)

  • Currency and Banks

    Indian currency is in Rupees (INR) and the current exchange rate is approximately INR 45 = USD 1. There are many banks, including major foreign banks, very close to the hotels. They are generally open from 1000 hrs to 1400 hrs Monday to Saturday. Some banks are open till 1800 hrs. Major forex companies also have branches close the hotels.

  • Weather

    October weather in Mumbai is typically called "post-monsoon" weather. Day time temperatures are in the low 30's centigrade and humid. The nights are cooler though.

  • Interesting things around the Venue

    Tata Institute is located at the southern most tip of the city of Mumbai. The hotels that we have arranged are within 4km from the Institute. Most of the places of tourist attraction are very close by.  The places include world heritage sites, buildings, art and handicraft and souvenir shops and a wide range of restaurants.