Der Astronom Simon Marius (1573–1624), der in Ansbach als markgräflicher Hofmathematikus zeitgleich mit Galilei die vier großen Jupitermonde entdeckte, wird mit einer Botschaft aus dem All geehrt. Der Satellit QUBE sendet in seinen freien Minuten zwischen 17. und 23. April in regelmäßigen Abständen eine Passage aus dem Hauptwerk von Simon Marius, „Mundus Iovialis“ (Die Jupiterwelt),… Continue reading Simon-Marius-Jubiläumsgruß aus dem All
Join us for a week of dark sky celebration, learning, and action! International Dark Sky Week is a worldwide event that draws attention to light pollution, promotes simple solutions to mitigate the issue, and celebrates the irreplaceable beauty of a natural night. International Dark Sky Week (IDSW) was started by high school student Jennifer Barlow… Continue reading International Dark Sky Week 2025
Dear Moon Observers, We are happy to announce that the sixth edition of On the Moon Again (www.onthemoonagain.org) will take place on June 6, 7 and 8, 2024. It will be an opportunity to gather around the Moon and share the wonder again like we did last year. In 2024, nearly 600 events were organized… Continue reading On the Moon Again 2025
Imagine spending three weeks of your summer in the beautiful countryside – and with access to some of the darkest skies – working with other young people from all over the world on an astronomical project of your choice. The International Astronomical Youth Camp (IAYC) is a summer research camp aiming to promote knowledge on… Continue reading International Astronomical Youth Camp 2025
