Finding the UV-Visible Path Forward: Proceedings of the Community Workshop to Plan the Future of UV/Visible Space Astrophysics
Paul A. Scowen (ASU), Todd Tripp (U. Mass), Matt Beasley (Planetary, Resources, Inc.), David Ardila (Aerospace Corp.), B-G Andersson (SOFIA, Science Center), Jes\'us Ma\'iz Apell\'aniz (CSIC), Martin Barstow (U., Leicester), Luciana Bianchi (JHU), Daniela Calzetti (U. Mass)

TL;DR
This paper summarizes a 2015 workshop discussing future UV-visible space observatories, highlighting scientific goals, technological options, launch strategies, and recommendations for advancing UV-visible astrophysics.
Contribution
It provides a comprehensive overview of science cases, technological considerations, and strategic recommendations for future UV-visible space missions based on community input.
Findings
Identification of compelling science cases for next-gen UV-visible observatories
Evaluation of available technologies for mission design
Discussion of alternative launch options and strategic recommendations
Abstract
We present the science cases and technological discussions that came from the workshop entitled "Finding the UV-Visible Path Forward" held at NASA GSFC June 25-26, 2015. The material presented outlines the compelling science that can be enabled by a next generation space-based observatory dedicated for UV-visible science, the technologies that are available to include in that observatory design, and the range of possible alternative launch approaches that could also enable some of the science. The recommendations to the Cosmic Origins Program Analysis Group from the workshop attendees on possible future development directions are outlined.
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