Description

These two special issues of Astronomical and Astrophysical Transactions comprise papers presented at the conference “Magnetism, activity cycles and flares on the Sun and Stars” which was held at the Crimean Astrophysical Observatory in Crimea, Russia.

Energy emitted by the Sun is the essential source of energy for life on our planet. The physical processes inside the magnetized solar plasma are responsible for the solar activity and its consequences in the near-Earth space.                                                                                                                      In addition, by exploring the Sun we can learn about other stars, especially those which are similar to the Sun. Many of the problems pertaining and related to these topics were discussed during the conference.                                                                                                                                                   The wide range of scientific discussions and collaborations together with acquaintance with beautiful Crimean landscapes were the highlights of the successful conference.