2009 Will Be the International Year of Astronomy
Written by Fraser Cain
Finally, astronomy is going to get the respect it deserves. The United Nations announced today that 2009 will be the International Year of Astronomy. There'll be a concerted effort around the world to increase awareness about astronomy, and give people access to tools, techniques and knowledge.
The year coincides with 400 years since Galileo Galilei first pointed his telescope towards the heavens. He then went on to discover mountains and craters on the Moon, and the four major moons of Jupiter.
There are going to be many many events during the International Year of Astronomy. In fact, my Astronomy Cast co-host, Dr. Pamela Gay, is going to be the New Media Chair, and help administrate the IYA 2009 website. Apparently I've also been volunteered for several projects – I'll keep you posted as the details are revealed to me.
You can access the International Year of Astronomy 2009 website here.
Original Source; IAU Press Release
Filed under: Astronomy
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December 21st, 2007 at 4:24 am
This is great news! Astronomy is so interesting, I'm sure it will be easy to get people interesting when the UN puts a bit of effort into it!
December 21st, 2007 at 4:42 am
*interested
my bad…. although people who talk about astronomy may be more interesting as well…
December 27th, 2007 at 1:49 pm
Great news concidering the UK government is cutting funding for space research. Hopefully this will change their minds.
December 28th, 2007 at 3:48 am
thanks
January 9th, 2008 at 1:14 am
It is a very great news .
I realy be happy . I love astronomy and astrophysics .
This can help astronomy to be more popular and more interested for all in everywhere . . .
April 25th, 2008 at 4:20 pm
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