06 December 2009
The International Year of Astronomy 2009 (IYA 2009) is a global effort initiated by the International Astronomical Union and UNESCO to help people of the world rediscover their place in the Universe through the day- and night-time sky. The aim of the Year is to stimulate worldwide interest, especially among young people, in astronomy and science.
The Planetarium Science Center (PSC) is organizing the “Arab Astronomers week” that will start from 6 to 10 December to revive the glory of Arab astronomers among youth through research and discovery work. This week will include a series of hands-on activities, lectures and shows concerning this theme. This event will be presented to the children from preparatory schools as well as individuals to highlight the importance of Arab contributions in the Astronomy fields, through their tools and methods used to develop this field.
The History of Science Museum will host an exhibition, “Arab Astronomers”, on 2 December 2009 about astronomical tools from all over the world. The exhibition is open to the public, and is expected to help competitors with their research and raise the public awareness at large.
For further information please call:
Tel.: + (203) 4839999, Extension: 2351,
or visit our website: www.bibalex.org/psc