Discover exoplanets during the National Stargazing Days on March 7 & 8
On March 7 & 8 the Kapteyn Astronomical Institute of the University of Groningen and SRON Netherlands Institute for Space Research will organize public nights in the Blaauw Observatory during the 38th National Stargazing Days.
A large number of public observatories, astronomy associations and amateur astronomers in the Netherlands (more than seventy in 2013) will be open for young and old to have a look during a telescope during the National Stargazing Days. There will also be lectures and various other activities. The theme of the public nights in the Blaauw Observatory is 'Exoplanets'.
More information: www.rug.nl/sterrenwacht (in Dutch)
| Last modified: | 27 October 2022 09.30 a.m. |
More news
-
20 May 2025
Households can cut emissions by 40 percent through lifestyle change
A shift in everyday habits by the world’s wealthiest households could cut the overall household-related global carbon emissions by 40 percent.
-
20 May 2025
From oyster mushroom to overalls
A T-shirt made from fungi — or mycelium textile, to be more exact. It would be a great step toward a more sustainable fashion industry. At least it could be if the material could be developed in such a way that it can be used for clothing and if...
-
19 May 2025
Science for Society | Rubber recycling possible thanks to revolutionary method
The Ben Feringa Impact Award was presented to him on 13 May: Francesco Picchioni, professor of Chemical Technology (FSE). The reason for his award? An important innovation that allows rubber recycling without loss of quality. Start-up New Born...