IAU Press Release The IAU Astronomy Outreach, Development and Education (ODE) Prizes have been created with generous funding from IAU Past President Ewine van Dishoeck. The three awards recognise individuals and organisations who have made outstanding contributions to the fields of astronomy outreach, development and education. The OAD is pleased to share that the 2024 prize winners are […]
Astronomy for mental health, Flagship 2
Introducing Guided Meditation with an Astronomical Twist: A Collaboration Between the OAD and Mark Westmoquette
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The Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD) is excited to present a new series of guided meditation sessions, created in partnership with renowned mindfulness practitioner Mark Westmoquette. This unique collection of six sessions is available for free online, offering a harmonious blend of relaxation techniques and astronomy education. Our series features six distinct guided meditations, […]
2023, Langkawians Guide Malaysians to the Stars , Southeast Asia
Astro Tourism Project in Malaysia Makes A Mark
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The objectives of this project were: (i) To expose tourist guides to knowledge in astronomy. (ii) To equip them with extra skills in entrepreneurship and astro-tour hospitality and service. (iii) To revamp the tourism sector in Peninsular Malaysia with a new niche in astronomy tourism. Activities The original plan was to conduct a 10-day physical […]
The objectives were to increase the level of girl-child participation in astronomy and space science education, and in the long term, produce female scientists that will contribute positively to space science development and the economy of Africa. Activities a). Solar system Modelling: This activity was executed at CBSS observatory complex on 7th of June 2023. […]
The LightSound Project had a goal of building and donating LightSound solar eclipse sonification devices to audiences along the October 2023 annular and the 2024 total solar eclipse path (USA, Mexico, Canada). LightSound is a device that uses a light sensor to measure the brightness of light and the device then converts it to sound […]
