Jun 12
Congratulations to the five projects selected through the DARA–OAD Astronomy for Development partnership!
We look forward to seeing their impact across Africa through astronomy, education, and community development.
@dara_project
🔗 astro4dev.org/dara-funds-fiv…
#Astro4Dev
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May 30
Join us in celebrating and reflecting on lessons from 15 years of @astro4dev as we map out the future of this bold initiative by the @IAU_org, @NRF_News, @SAAO, and @dstigovza;
15-17 February 2027, fully hybrid. Save the date and watch this space... astro4dev.org/OAD15
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We met with Brazilian astronomy group to talk about societal benefits. The gathering was organised by @BRICSAstronomy for @SAAO @AfricaAstronomy & the @Astro4Dev to find collaborative opportunities.
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The education & outreach session commenced with a talk by @joyemmie from the @Astro4Dev, highlighting their flagship projects, which are astrotourism, astronomy for mental health, & astronomy for skills development, hence they are a role player in the AfAS hackathons #AfAS2026
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The hackathon participants hung out one last time after their presentations. @DARABigData @Big_IDIA @Astro4Dev @biustbw @Hack4Dev made this #AfAS2026 hackathon possible.
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Mar 14
Excited to be attending the @APSphysics physics March Summit online. I’ll be chairing a session on History, Philosophy, Education & International Engagement, presenting on the work of the @Astro4Dev , and sharing a poster on Science Diplomacy through Astronomy
#APSSummit
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The International Astronomical Union has adopted 59 new official star names 🌌 — including two from South African heritage 🇿🇦
⭐ Hoerikwaggo
⭐ Xami
More:
iau.org/IAU/News/Ann2026/New…
Hoerikwaggo: ase.exopla.net/index.php/Hoe…
Xami: ase.exopla.net/index.php/Xam…
@IAU_org @Astro4Dev
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Feb 11
Astronomy Workshop (January 8, 2026)
Carmel College for Women, Goa
Participants: 16 Students (Undergraduate)
Prasad Adekar conducted a workshop on Astrophysics of the Night Sky for 16 Students
@EduMinOfIndia
@asipoec
@Astro4Dev
@astro4edu_India
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Feb 4
Astronomy is not only inspiring, it can have real positive effects on people and the planet. Some examples of how our 2026 projects will create a better world using astronomy.
Learn more: lnkd.in/dCGf69YC
[IAU, astronomy, impact, science, society, astro4dev, development]
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Feb 3
💫Researchers in the Spotlight – Episode 6 💫
In celebration of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, join us for a special edition spotlighting women in astrophysics.
@IAUJuniorMember
@Astro4Dev
@ugc_india
@EduMinOfIndia
@asipoec
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¡Este año regresa enSEÑAme astronomía!
Somos uno de los 18 proyectos (de las 154 propuestas) que serán financiados este año por @Astro4Dev , además de ser el único seleccionado de México.
#BuenosDías #México #ComunidadSorda
Jan 29
Exciting news! 18 new astronomy-for-development projects worldwide will receive grants in 2026, funded by the @IAU_org and DARA via the UK’s STFC. Congrats to all the teams! Full list: lnkd.in/dvw96Sqb
#astro4dev #sciencefordevelopment #impact
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Jan 29
Exciting news! 18 new astronomy-for-development projects worldwide will receive grants in 2026, funded by the @IAU_org and DARA via the UK’s STFC. Congrats to all the teams! Full list: lnkd.in/dvw96Sqb
#astro4dev #sciencefordevelopment #impact
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Jan 11
South African research shows guided stargazing can reduce anxiety, boost mood and foster connection — offering a powerful shift in perspective on wellbeing through the simple act of looking up. We speak to Dr Charles Takalana @Astro4Dev on #SAfmJSB with @BridgetMasinga
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23 Sep 2025
🎉 Huge congrats to Dr. Ann Njeri, project leader of Elimisha Mischana Elimisha Jamii, shortlisted for the @NatureAwards Inspiring Women in Science (Outreach)! Proudly supported by the OAD.🎉🪅
@EsteeLauder @IAU_org @IAU_Outreach
#Scienceoutreach #astro4dev #womeninscience
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19 Sep 2025
Llega el V Workshop Astronomía en los Andes con la participación de astrónomos,operadores de turismo y educadores. Tendré la oportunidad de hablar sobre Contaminación Lumínica. Nos vemos en @unicesmag
Oficina Regional Andina de Astronomía para el Desarrollo @Astro4Dev @IAU_org
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8 Sep 2025
In response to our call to send a video message to the G20 Science Meeting in South Africa, we received many submissions from around the world.
This week we highlight a project “Closer to the Sky” in Brazil
#astronomy #science #astronomyfordevelopment #G20 #astro4dev #culture
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27 Aug 2025
We’re on Day 3 of the Astrolab Workshop at @MySPU!
On Day 1, we opened with inspiring voices from @dstigovza, #Astrolab & @Astro4Dev. Now the programme is in full swing: students are building hands-on research skills using remote telescopes.
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18 Jul 2025
The latest newsletter is out! In this feature:
-Wellbeing techniques for astronomers
-$1.5M Simons Foundation grant for a Caribbean project
-Updates from St. Lucia, India, China & more
🔗Read here: astro4dev.org/iau-oad-newsle…
#AstronomyForDevelopment #ScienceForSociety #Astro4Dev
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17 Jul 2025
Students at #ISYA46 designing #Astrotourism activities as part of the Cultural Astronomy course that follows @astro4dev methodology. They are guided by lecturer Nico Vásquez (EPN, #Ecuador) 🔭
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Meet Dr Joyful Elma Mdhluli, a postdoctoral researcher at @Astro4Dev at NRF-SAAO:
nrf.ac.za/nrf-youth-month-20…
Her role involves designing, implementing, and evaluating projects that apply astronomy to real-world problems. #YouthMonth2025
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