Source: Hack4dev In March 2025, the Hack4dev initiative successfully ran the SKA Data Challenge at the AfAS (African Astronomical Society) 2025 Data Science Hackathon. This marked a significant milestone in preparing African postgraduate astronomers to tackle the data challenges of the Square Kilometre Array (SKA). To support the global astronomy community in preparing for the massive data volumes […]
Author Archives: Ram Venugopal
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Feb
Feb
Have you ever found yourself gazing up at a star-strewn sky, listening to the chorus of nocturnal creatures, or simply soaking in the quiet mystery of the night? If the natural world after dark sparks your curiosity, the Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD) would love to hear from you. We’re excited to announce that […]
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Feb
Feb
Wondering how astronomy can have a real impact on people and the planet? Watch our showcase of astronomy-for-development projects funded in 2024. Every year, the Office of Astronomy for Development, through the International Astronomical Union, provides grants and supports projects around the world that apply astronomy in the pursuit of sustainable development. In 2024, the IAU OAD […]
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IAU OAD and Partners to Support 13 Hackathons Globally in 2025 under the Hack4Dev collaboration
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Feb
Feb
Hack4dev, a collaboration between the IAU OAD and partners, is pleased to announce that it will host 13 Data Science hackathons across 12 countries between February and April 2025. Hackathons will take place in Kenya, Ghana, Ethiopia, Botswana, South Africa, Madagascar, Rwanda, Namibia, Mozambique, India, Brazil, and Chile. The events will offer participants the opportunity […]
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Jan
Jan
source: IAU The IAU’s Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD) is pleased to announce the results of its latest call for proposals. 11 new projects around the world will receive a total of €69 500 in 2025, and three multi-year projects will receive €31 000 for their second and third year of funding. The new […]
