Archive for August, 2007

Astronomy Now special report on infrared astronomy

Published Friday, 17 August, 2007 Astronomy Now , astronomy outreach , science writing Leave a Comment

The latest issue of Astronomy Now is now in the shops. Why not check out my Special Report on the latest incredible images from the AKARI Infrared spacecraft as well as my feature on 10 astronomy experiments for the younger audience.

South West Astronomy Fair

Published Sunday, 12 August, 2007 astronomy outreach , observatories Leave a Comment

Yesterday I spent an enjoyable morning visiting the South West Astronomy Fair at the Norman Lockyer Observatory in Sidmouth Devon. As well as a variety of trade stands selling anything from space-art, meteorites, telescopes and astronomy books there was an excellent selection of talks from the likes of notable astronomers Nik Szymanek, Dr. Robin Catchpole and Prof. Don Kurtz. On top of this the observatory, where Lockyer carried out his famous work, was open for all to have a look around. Planetarium shows ran throughout the day. The observatory society are hoping to organize another fair next year and I thoroughly recommend you to pop along when they do,  as it was a great day out.

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