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If you weren't able to watch the 1pm talk, you can tune in to hear what Dr Thiemann has to say about the UK space industry and 2024 Space Census at 6pm instead.
Visit: https://buff.ly/413Rfth
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...with the Apollo era and Tim Peake's Principia mission to the International Space Station from 2015-16 cited as providing large spikes in interest.
#Space #PublicTalk
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For those who were hoping to tune in online, unfortunately we have encountered some technical issues, so our livestream is currently unavailable. We hope to have this fixed for the 6pm talk later.
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In the FREE talk, Dr Heidi Thiemann will share findings from the 2024 Space Census to look at what inspires people to work in the space sector. 💫 🚀 👩🚀
To come along, visit: https://buff.ly/3WHLMaf
#Space #Satellites #Rockets #Astronomy
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It went unnoticed for years within a vast, two decade-long archive of observations by NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory, before being unearthed by the new Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society paper.
Read more at: https://buff.ly/4i1IZkA
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Her lecture will then extend beyond our planet, exploring auroral displays observed on Jupiter and Saturn.
#Aurora #JamesDungey #AGHighlights
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He will summarise what has been discussed today about how the UK-launched 1957 research vehicle impacted astrophysical and geophysical research.
This meeting will be followed by the A&G Highlights meeting from 16:00 - 18:00 GMT.
#Skylark #Rocket #Geophysics #Astronomy
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The mission is expected to last for 7.5 years, with the possibility of a 5-year extension.
#Vigil #ESA #RAS #SpaceWeather
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Our other meeting on the history of the Skylark rocket is taking place at the Geological Society.
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There will also be an A&G Highlights meeting with talks on Saturn and the Northern Lights.
Book a place at: https://buff.ly/4hmNPsn
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The lecture will take place at 13:00 and 18:00 GMT on Tuesday 18 February at Burlington House, London, and online.
Book a FREE ticket at: https://buff.ly/3WHLMaf
#Space #RAS #PublicTalk
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A highly respected and prolific world leader in the chemical evolution of galaxies, Professor Matteucci has been recognised for her leadership in scientific research and her long-term and continuing dedication to mentoring young students.
Congratulations Professor Matteucci! 🎉
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Tuesday 18 Feb: Public Talk w/ Dr Heidi Thiemann on why people work on space. 🧑🚀
For more info, visit:
https://buff.ly/3QbLqVC
https://buff.ly/4hmNPsn
https://buff.ly/3WHLMaf
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This evening marks the end of National Astronomy Week, but you can continue chasing the Moon over the coming days – on the 12 February it will be next to the bright star Regulus in Leo.
🌌 Take a moment tonight to find Mars and enjoy the Moon passing from your unique viewpoint.
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Or if you have cloud, you can watch the event on the National Astronomy Week livestream: https://buff.ly/40Yy9Gp
Mars has a reddish colour because of iron oxide – rust – on its surface. It's also a fast mover, shifting position from night to night, so don't miss it while it's near the Moon!
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Tonight the Moon will pass between us and Mars, blocking the planet from view for observers in the far north of the UK. Depending on where you are, you might see it grazing the planet, or passing a little further away. Share your observations in the comments!
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The final theme of the week is Mars 🟠 Find out more at: https://buff.ly/3WUpGRT
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Jupiter’s immense size and brightness make it a stunning sight in any sky. Check out the National Astronomy Week events calendar to find a stargazing event with telescopes near you.
🌌 Don’t miss the king of planets lighting up the heavens tonight.
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Through binoculars or a small telescope, you might spot some of Jupiter’s four largest moons – Io, Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto – appearing as tiny dots near the planet.
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Start by spotting the Moon, then look down a little to find a very bright dot. (If you spotted the Hyades yesterday, look right by them). This is Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system. We can see it so brightly because it reflects the Sun’s light to us.
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Want to learn more? Visit: https://buff.ly/413KrNC
And if you couldn't attend AstroFest today, don't worry! It's running again tomorrow, so why not come and see us if you've got a ticket. 👋
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We've also got a stand at the venue, so why not come and say 'Hi' and find out more about what we do?
For more info and details about tickets, visit: https://europeanastrofest.com
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(Don’t worry about that very bright nearby dot for now, we’ll be looking at that tomorrow …)
🌌 Look for these beautiful treasure-boxes of stars.
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Looking at the Pleiades, you might see six or seven stars with the naked eye. But if you can sneak a peek through binoculars or a telescope you will see many, many more! Check out the National Astronomy Week events calendar to find a stargazing event with telescopes near you.
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