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Main conference site

Institute of Astronomy (Instituto de Astronomía), UNAM — Ensenada (IA-UNAM Ensenada)
Address: Km. 107 Carretera Tijuana–Ensenada, Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico, C.P. 22860
Phone: +52 (646) 175 0800 / +52 (646) 174 4580

Postal address: Apartado Postal 106, C.P. 22800, Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico

Key public emails (practical info):

• Head Office (Jefatura IAE): juae@astro.unam.mx

• Graduate Office (Posgrado IAE): croman@astro.unam.mx

• Science Communication (IAE): ccens@astro.unam.mx

• Webmaster: alma@astro.unam.mx

Official venue websites: https://www.astrosen.unam.mx/ and https://astronomia.unam.mx/sede-ensenada/

 

Campus setting

IA-UNAM Ensenada sits within Ensenada’s main scientific and academic corridor, alongside major research and higher-education institutions. Expect a professional campus environment with controlled access, on-site parking areas, and short walking distances between rooms.

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On-site conference spaces (functional layout)

• IAE Main Auditorium — keynotes, plenaries, panels

• Poster & Networking Hall — posters, coffee networking, sponsor tables

• Registration & Help Desk — entrance area (open each morning and during breaks)​

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Access, entry, and on-site practicalities

Entry & security

• Plan to arrive 15–20 minutes early on Day 1 for campus entry and badge pick-up.

• Bring a photo ID for campus access if requested at the entrance.

• Wear your conference badge visibly inside the venue.

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Accessibility

• Main conference rooms are on accessible routes suitable for participants with mobility needs.

• If you require specific accommodations (seating, step-free routes, assistive hearing support), contact the organizers at least two weeks before arrival (see Chapter 09).

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Wi-Fi, power, and working areas

• Wi-Fi: Guest access details will be provided at registration and posted in the venue.

• Power: Limited outlets are available; bring a power strip if you rely on multiple devices.

• Quiet work space: A designated corner of the Poster & Networking Hall will be set up for laptop work between sessions.

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Presenter AV instructions

• Standard slide format: 16:9

• Bring slides on a USB drive and/or cloud link; arrive during the break before your session to test.

• HDMI is the default connector; bring adapters for USB-C/mini-DP if needed.

• A shared presenter laptop will be available; you may also use your own (test audio/video in advance).

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Finding IA-UNAM Ensenada

• Use the official venue websites above for context and directions.

• In map apps, search: “Instituto de Astronomía UNAM Ensenada” and confirm the address line includes Km. 107 Carretera Tijuana–Ensenada.