The summer course "Molecules in space", which will be held at Onsala Space Observatory , Sweden from 25 June to 2 July 2013, aims to give participants a thorough introduction into the role of molecules in many astronomical environments. The programme of the summer school comprises:

• lectures by internationally leading scientists covering a broad range of subjects in astrochemistry
• observations of a small, cold molecular cloud using the 20m telescope at Onsala Space Observatory to determine its mass and whether it is going to collapse forming a star
• state-of-the art model calculations of the chemistry of dark clouds and ice surfaces
• usage of observations to determine physical parameters in astronomical object
• a poster session for the participating students and early career scientists

The event is aimed for graduate (masters and Ph. D.) students and early career scientists (up to 5 years after their first Ph. D. in a related field) in fields relevant to astrochemistry and astrobiology. The event is open to applicants from all nationalities. Detailed information about the summer school and the application procedure (deadline 2 April 2013) can be found here.