South Africa will be hosting the G20 science ministers in September and we have the opportunity to share your voice at this event. Astronomy is not only a critical scientific endeavour but an important tool to drive positive change in our world. Through this opportunity, we would like to create a lasting impression upon the […]
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Dr. Joyful Mdhluli, Flagships Coordinator, will be a featured speaker in the upcoming Physics for Development Colloquia Series, hosted by the American Physical Society’s Forum on International Physics (FIP). The colloquium will take place virtually on August 28, 2025 at 14:00 UTC, and will focus on the role of astronomy as a tool for sustainable […]
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In June, we explored how astronomy techniques, refined in the study of starlight and the structure of the cosmos, can be adapted to drive innovation across a wide range of fields. This August, we continue the conversation with a deep dive into the intersections between astrophysics, data science, and global health. Guiding this session is […]
2025, astrotourism, Flagship 1
OAD Participation at the IAU Symposium on Indigenous Astronomy in the Space Age
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The International Astronomical Union’s Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD) participated in the ongoing IAU Symposium on Indigenous Astronomy in the Space Age, highlighting the role of astronomy in sustainable development through astrotourism initiatives. Dr. Joyful Mdhluli delivered a presentation on the OAD’s Astrotourism flagship project, outlining how astrotourism serves as a catalyst for local […]
2025, Events, Full Moon Mashups, G20
Science Leadership and the G20: Insights from the Latest Astro4Dev Full Moon Mashup
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Our latest Astro4Dev Full Moon Mashup brought together a vibrant group of people to explore an important question: How can astronomy contribute to global policy discussions, particularly in the context of the G20? Astronomy and the G20: Why It Matters Charles, Deputy Director of the IAU Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD), opened the session […]
