Preface

Abstract

This Topical Issue of Solar Physics, devoted to the dynamics and diagnostics of solar magnetic fields and plasmas, was inspired by a workshop honoring Richard C. (Dick) Canfield. Dick has been making profound contributions to these areas of research over a long and productive scientific career. Many of the articles in this topical issue were first presented as talks during this workshop and represent substantial original work. The workshop was held 9–11 August 2010, at the Center Green campus of the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Boulder, Colorado, with a reception held at the beautiful NCAR Mesa Lab.