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Physics & Astronomy at AHC

Explore the world of Physics & Astronomy with Rob Jorstad at AHC during the STEM Week of Discovery, where you can delve into career paths, academic requirements, and important qualities for success. Discover the possibilities with a Bachelor's degree, Ph.D., and post-doc opportunities, along with in

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Introduction to Astronomy: Exploring the Universe and Scientific Method

Distant galaxies, the oldest science of astronomy, and the scientific method are explored in this content. Astronomy delves into the study of objects beyond Earth, while the scientific method serves as a tool to understand nature through observations and experiments.

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Ancient Astronomy and Cosmologies Across Different Civilizations

Ancient civilizations like Babylonian, Assyrian, Egyptian, and Chinese had profound knowledge of astronomy, including tracking celestial events, developing calendars, and recording astronomical phenomena. The Greeks contributed to cosmology, contemplating the nature of the cosmos. Beliefs in a spher

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Understanding Modern Optical and Infrared Astronomy Instruments

This presentation by Professor Don Figer explores modern optical and infrared instrumentation used in astronomy, including cameras, spectrographs, and specialized devices like coronagraphs. It covers instruments such as HST, Spitzer, Chandra, JWST, ELTs, and WFIRST, highlighting their capabilities i

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SAASTA AstroQuiz 2018 Round 4 - Test Your Astrophysics Knowledge!

Challenge your knowledge of astronomy with these 10 questions from the SAASTA AstroQuiz 2018 Round 4. Test your understanding of telescopes, galaxies, planets, and more in this exciting quiz. Answer questions on various aspects of astronomy, from telescope construction in South Africa to planetary r

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Understanding Stellar Distances and Brightness in Astronomy

Exploring the methods used in astronomy to determine star distances, from stellar parallax to advanced measurements with spacecraft like Gaia. Delve into the magnitude scale and the concept of apparent magnitude in measuring star brightness.

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SAASTA AstroQuiz 2018 Round 2 - Test Your Astronomy Knowledge!

Engage in the SAASTA AstroQuiz 2018 Round 2 to challenge your understanding of astronomy. Answer questions within 60 seconds and discuss with your team. Explore topics like the Sun, stars, galaxies, and more. Test your knowledge and have fun with this astronomical quiz!

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Historical Development of Astronomy in Grade 7 Natural Sciences

Explore the historical development of astronomy with renowned figures like Nicolaus Copernicus, Galileo Galilei, and Johannes Kepler. Discover key advancements in our understanding of the solar system and beyond, including the heliocentric model, telescopic observations, and planetary movement laws.

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Understanding Receivers and Noise in Radio Astronomy

Discover the challenges faced in radio astronomy due to noise, with the signal often indistinguishable from background noise. Learn about receiver sensitivity issues, minimizing thermal noise, and mitigating atmospheric effects to improve observation quality. Explore the essential elements of telesc

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Evolution of Astronomy: From Ancient Civilizations to Modern Discoveries

Explore the history of astronomy from ancient Egyptian beliefs in Ra to the groundbreaking theories of Copernicus and Galileo. Witness how technology has revolutionized our understanding of the universe, leading to discoveries such as the heliocentric model and Kepler's laws of planetary motion.

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ESCAPE Kick-Off Meeting for E-OSSR in European Science Cluster of Astronomy & Particle Physics

European Science Cluster of Astronomy & Particle Physics (ESCAPE) initiated the E-OSSR project to establish an open-source scientific software and service repository. The project aims to promote open science in the EOSC while following the FAIR principle. Funded by the European Union's Horizon 2020

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Advancing Radio Astronomy Through Technology: RADIOBLOCKS Project Overview

Exploring the innovative use of technology in radio astronomy, the RADIOBLOCKS project is focused on enhancing the entire data process from receivers to final output. With a grant number of 101093934, the project aims to streamline project management tasks, facilitate communication, and foster colla

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Exploring Astronomy Big Data and Cyberinfrastructure for AI Innovation

Harnessing the power of big data in astronomy, this presentation by Curt Dodds from the Institute for Astronomy at the University of Hawaii, Manoa, delves into the utilization of national cyberinfrastructure to advance artificial intelligence access and foster innovation in the field. The discussion

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Lessons Learned from EM Partnerships and Multi-Messenger Astronomy in O1

Reflecting on the successes and challenges encountered in O1, this presentation by Peter Shawhan explores the effectiveness of different collaborative approaches in multi-messenger astronomy. Key points include prior research activities, experiences with partner groups, the significance of MOUs, and

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Overview of Observational Techniques and Student Talks in Astronomy

This content covers observational techniques, student talks, and dates related to various astronomical topics such as gamma-ray astronomy, basics of gamma-ray interaction, scintillators and solid-state detectors, Compton telescopes, and pair telescopes. It provides insights into the main processes i

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SAASTA AstroQuiz 2015 Round 4: Test Your Astronomy Knowledge!

Test your astronomy knowledge with this engaging quiz featuring questions about eclipses, the Moon, Jupiter's Great Red Spot, tides, light speed, and celestial bodies' distances. Challenge yourself and learn more about the wonders of the universe!

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Innovating Astronomy Education at NAU Through Indigenous Perspectives

Explore how Northern Arizona University is reshaping astronomy education using innovative teaching styles with a focus on Indigenous Astronomy. Gain insights into effective teaching methods, the importance of Indigenous Astronomy lab content, teaching approaches, and creating engaging lab materials.

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STARS Project - Teaching Astronomy in Schools

The STARS (Successfully Teaching AstRonomy in Schools) Project, funded by Erasmus+ Programme, aims to provide innovative astronomy education resources for teachers through a training program and online platform. With modules covering topics from constellations to observatories, the project offers th

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The History of Astronomy: From Ancient Wonder to Modern Science

Astronomy, the oldest science, has fascinated humanity for millennia. From early interpretations of celestial bodies as gods to the development of instruments in Mesopotamia to predict events like eclipses, the evolution of astronomy is rich and diverse. Aristotle's theories on the cosmos laid the f

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Ancient Astronomy and Modern Contributions

Explore the use of astronomy in ancient civilizations like the Egyptians, Mayans, Aztecs, Europeans, and Native Americans, along with the historical origins of constellations and their role in navigation. Delve into the contributions of scientists such as Ptolemy, Copernicus, Galileo, and more, and

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Advancing Astronomy Research with ASTERICS Project

The ASTERICS project, part of the Astronomy ESFRI Research Infrastructure Cluster, aims to enhance collaboration among astronomy, astrophysics, and particle astrophysics communities. By managing and exploiting large datasets through a Virtual Observatory framework, ASTERICS facilitates new scientifi

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Insights into AAP Priority Projects for Astronomy Advancements

The STFC Astronomy Advisory Panel's reports discuss Priority Projects focusing on innovative ideas in astronomy, such as new telescopes, receiver systems, and radio astronomy proposals. The panel aims to cover a broad range of interests and strengthen scientific endeavors in various areas, seeking f

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Authentication and Authorization in Astronomy: A Deep Dive into ASTERICS

Explore the world of authentication and authorization in the field of astronomy through the lens of the ASTERICS project. Learn about the importance of verifying identities and granting access rights, the Virtual Observatory Approach, Single Sign-On standards, and Credential Delegation protocols. Di

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Comprehensive European Astronomy Development Planning by ASTRONET

ASTRONET, a group of European funding agencies and infrastructures, coordinates all aspects of European astronomy. Established in the early 2000s with EU funding, ASTRONET focuses on long-term planning for the development of European astronomy. It has created the European Science Vision and Infrastr

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Riccardo Giacconi's Impact on Japanese X-ray Astronomy

Riccardo Giacconi played a significant role in Japanese X-ray astronomy, influencing the first generation of X-ray astronomers in Japan and contributing to the development of X-ray telescopes. His visits and collaborations with Japanese scientists, such as Hideyo Kunieda and Yasuo Tanaka, were instr

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Greek Astronomy: The First Scientific Revolution - A Visual Journey Through Ancient Greek Astronomy

Explore the world of ancient Greek astronomy through captivating images depicting landmarks, artifacts, and key figures such as Plato, Aristotle, Ptolemy, and Pythagoras. Discover the reasons behind the Greeks' reliance on astronomy, their contributions to science, and their rejection of mythologica

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Consolidation of Outreach Activities in Astronomy Education

Massimo Ramella discusses various outreach activities aimed at educating the public about astronomy, including using tools like Aladin and Stellarium to explore the sky and engaging with elementary schools for educational experiences. The focus is on enhancing virtual learning practices and strategi

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Optical Follow-Up Observation of GW170817 and GW Astronomy Milestones

Optical follow-up observations have been instrumental in studying the gravitational wave source GW170817. This event marked a significant milestone in GW astronomy, leading to Nobel prizes and advancements in astrophysical studies. The era of GW astronomy began in 2015 with the detection of GW150914

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SAASTA AstroQuiz 2015 Round 3 - Astronomy Trivia Questions

Test your astronomy knowledge with these 9 questions from the SAASTA AstroQuiz 2015 Round 3. Explore topics such as stars, planets, spacecraft missions, and celestial events. From Proxima Centauri to Blue Moons, challenge yourself with interesting facts about our universe.

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SAASTA AstroQuizTM 2015 National Finals - Test Your Astronomy Knowledge!

Get ready for the ultimate astronomy challenge at the SAASTA AstroQuizTM 2015 National Finals. Follow the rules, answer intriguing questions about the Milky Way, Radio Astronomy, Square Kilometer Array, planets, Earth's equator, asteroids, and space missions. Test your knowledge, compete with other

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Understanding Errors in Radio Astronomy Imaging

Errors in radio astronomy imaging can occur in the uv plane and image plane due to various factors such as measurement errors, calibration imperfections, and approximations made during processing. Different error types like additive, multiplicative, and convolutional errors impact the quality of ast

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Project STARS: Enhancing Astronomy Education in Schools

Explore the Project STARS initiative funded by the Erasmus+ Programme, focusing on teaching astronomy in schools. This project offers training programs, methodological handbooks, online platforms, and modules covering topics like celestial bodies' motion, Newton's law of gravitation, and more. Teach

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SAASTA AstroQuiz 2017 Round 4: Challenge Your Astronomy Knowledge!

Welcome to the SAASTA AstroQuiz 2017 Round 4! Engage in a timed quiz where you must answer a series of questions related to astronomy within 60 seconds. Explore diagrams and information about celestial bodies like the Earth, Moon, and Sun. Test your knowledge on eclipses, shadows, and telescopes. Ge

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KS2 Netball Challenge: Complete All 5 Challenges

Join the KS2 Netball Challenge where you'll participate in 5 engaging challenges in groups of three as a Player, Coach, and Officiate. Score points, improve your skills, and have fun while enhancing your netball abilities. Don't forget to watch the instructional videos for each challenge and follow

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SAASTA AstroQuiz 2018 Round 2 - Test Your Astronomy Knowledge!

Welcome to the SAASTA AstroQuiz 2018 Round 2! Join the quiz where you have 60 seconds to answer 8 challenging astronomy questions. Test your knowledge on topics like the Sun, stars, galaxies, and more. Can you answer questions about the speed of light, the fate of our Sun, and celestial bodies in ou

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Crucial Lessons in Radio Astronomy for Beginners

Developing realistic expectations for weak radio astronomy signals, managing gain drift in electronics, combating interference from modern technology, emphasizing precision in data collection, and focusing on methodical calibration are key takeaways from Charles Osborne's insights on embarking on a

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ASTRONET: Advancing European Astronomy Coordination

ASTRONET is a consortium focusing on strategic planning for European astronomy, aiding decision-making for long-term benefits. Key achievements include the Science Vision and Infrastructure Roadmap. Efforts are ongoing to support a sustainable Virtual Observatory and enhance coordination within Euro

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SAASTA AstroQuiz 2015 Round 3 - Astronomy Questions and Challenges

Test your knowledge of astronomy with a series of questions about stars, planets, spacecraft, and celestial events from the SAASTA AstroQuiz 2015 Round 3. Explore topics such as Proxima Centauri, neutron stars, dwarf planets, blue moons, and planetary sightings in 2015. Challenge yourself and learn

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