Vertex 2010

Scientific Programme

The workshop will review recent progress on silicon based vertex detectors and underlying technologies.

Future Directions

S1

Discussions on critical challenges for the future of semiconductor detectors in particle physics experiments.

Welcome & Introduction

I1

Welcome & Introduction to the Vertex 2010 conference.

LHC Vertex Detector Performance

S2

Session on LHC based silicon vertex and tracking detectors.

Tracking, Vertexing, Alignment

S4

Discussion on the physics performance of the LHC detectors and their tracking, vertexing and alignment performance.

Radiation Hardness

S3

Session on the latest results on radiation hardness in semiconductor detectors.

Non-HEP Applications

S5

Applications of silicon detectors outwith particle physics, including synchrotrons, medical and security applications.

Post-processing & 3D Integration

S6

Reviews the progress in the field of 3D integration and post-processing techniques as applicable for particle physics tracking and vertex detectors.

LHC Upgrades & New Detectors

S7

The plans for vertexing and tracking with semiconductor detectors at a range of new and proposed facilities, including the LHC experiment upgrades.

Trigger

S8

A session dedicated to experience with triggering in initial LHC operations, and track and vertex triggering scenarios for the LHC experiment upgrades.

Summary

I2

Summary and closing remarks for the Vertex 2010 conference.