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ktn@star.le.ac.uk University of Leicester Dept of Physics and Astronomy University Road Leicester LE1 7RH WhereIsKeithNoddle 0116 223 1894 07721 926 461

Background

I am married with 2 daughters and a small zoo ( 7 dogs, 1 Bearded Dragon, 1 shrimp [don't ask]). I have worked in I.T. for the last 20-mumble years with organisations including the NHS, DEC, BT, CA, Amdahl and SESI as well as running my own product and freelance company for a few years before "returning to the light" of full time employment. I am a firm believer in Occam's Razor and always using the right tool for the job. I also think we spend far too much time working not to enjoy it.

Interests

All things computing, especially systems modelling using a "fly by wire" paradigm. I also enjoy reading, photography and on rare free days, woodworking (mostly making clock cases). Joining the AstroGrid project has also allowed me to indulge a long held desire to own an astronomical telescope. I am especially intrigued by astro-photography (naturally, given the above) and all that goes with it. Now all I need is the time and dark nights to really enjoy using the telescope.

AstroGrid

Virtual Observatories are popping up everywhere - or at least, proclamations of VOs are appearing. By virtual of it's aggressive development plan, AstroGrid has the opportunity to really break new ground and perhaps travels roads other VOs might like to follow. AstroGrid in of itself is not a research project: the science it will enable is the research. I will consider the AstroGrid project a success if:

• It enables research to be undertaken which would not otherwise be possible or practical
• It provides facilities in such a way that astronomers seek it out as a tool to aid their research
• When complete, the knowledge and experience gained in this enterprise is nurtured and focused into other, bigger projects.

Notes

Studies Undertaken in VOTech draft
Defining DAL standards
AG3 Cycle-1 Engineering Plan

AG3 C1 TJ Reports

• Cycle-1 Deliverables
• Deliverables Gantt Chart
• Deliverables Progress Report (31-Jan-2008)
• Incomplete progress report for detailed Engineering plan