Extreme Plasma Network for Advanced Discovery
Learn More About EXPAND
About Our Network
Extreme Plasma Network for Advanced Discovery (EXPAND) is a COST Action (CA24149) dedicated to advancing our understanding of plasmas under the most extreme conditions in the Universe.
It brings together experts from astrophysics, plasma physics, high-energy physics, and computational science to address these challenges through a coordinated and interdisciplinary effort.
Our core goals are to:
- Push the frontiers of extreme plasma physics through collaborative research and shared tools
- Build a cohesive, interdisciplinary community
- Train and empower the next generation of researchers
- Bridge theory, simulations, observations, and laboratory experiments
- Share scientific advances and excitement with both the scientific community and the public
Latest News & Updates
EXPAND Kickoff Conference
Our flagship conference brings together researchers from across the network for talks, working group discussions, and networking.
Date: June 1—3, 2026
Location: Lisbon Academy of Sciences, Portugal
1st Call for Short-Term Scientific Missions
Applications are open for the first EXPAND STSM call. STSMs support exchange visits between institutions in COST member countries.
Deadline: April 15th, 2026
1st Management Committee Meeting
The MC convened at COST Headquarters in Brussels to elect the Action leadership and discuss the Budget Plan for Grant Period 1.
Location: COST Headquarters, Brussels, Belgium