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Armagh Obeservatory and Planetarium

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BRICKOSAURS ROARS IN TO ARMAGH PLANETARIUM

Dozens of prehistoric toy brick dinosaurs will arrive at Armagh Observatory & Planetarium this summer, showcasing dinos for a Jurassic scale display. The towering 3-D brick dinosaurs are made using more than 2 million toy bricks and an interactive expedition will be on display at the Planetarium, making it a Read more…

By Sinead Mackle, 11 monthsMarch 28, 2022 ago
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Engage your students in STEM learning through the awe and wonder of space

Armagh Observatory and Planetarium are a regional hub for education and knowledge building around the James Webb Space Telescope. We are keen to make teachers aware of free professional development sessions to support learning around the mission! Discovery Diaries, STFC, and the Webb UK campaign have teamed up to offer Read more…

By Sinead Mackle, 2 yearsJune 7, 2021 ago
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Armagh astronomers lead international team on ground-breaking research

Scientists track comet which has been in orbit for millions of years in another solar system An international team of scientists led by Armagh Observatory and Planetarium astronomer, Dr Stefano Bagnulo has conducted ground-breaking research on a comet which has been in orbit for millions of years in another solar Read more…

By Sinead Mackle, 2 yearsMarch 30, 2021 ago
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Successful UKRI Summer School at Armagh

Armagh Observatory and Planetarium (AOP), in partnership with the Institute of Physics (IoP), delivered its first UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Introductory Course for starting PhD students in Astronomy. The course, which was to take place in the summer of 2020, was postponed due to Covid-19. AOP and IoP put Read more…

By Anna Taylor, 2 yearsFebruary 28, 2021 ago
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Education Officer Ria Mee nominated in People of the Year Awards

Our colleague Ria Mee has been nominated in the ArmaghI People of the Year Awards in the category of Tourism and Hospitality Champion! To vote Ria click here: Vote Ria Ria found herself in unchartered territory when the facility was forced to close as part of government restrictions. She took Read more…

By Sinead Mackle, 2 yearsFebruary 17, 2021 ago
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Cheops and TOI-178

It’s easy to forget that it was only 25 years ago that the first planet around another Sun-like star was discovered. Since then, research into ‘exoplanets’ has become one of the most active areas of astronomy, with links being made with groups working on theoretical models of how planetary systems Read more…

By Gavin Ramsay, 2 yearsFebruary 5, 2021 ago
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Sky at Night presenter to deliver virtual lecture at Armagh Observatory and Planetarium

Professor Lintott to give ‘A State of the Universe Report’ One of the UK’s most highly regarded astrophysicists is set to link up with Armagh Observatory and Planetarium (AOP) next week for an online public lecture. Professor of Astrophysics at Oxford University and presenter of the BBC’s Sky at Night Read more…

By Sinead Mackle, 2 yearsJanuary 7, 2021 ago
History and Heritage

Discovering the Collection: Objects of the AOP

The Armagh Observatory, as it sits nestled in trees on a hill, has an air of history about it. The building has been home, workplace and sanctum to directors, their families, astronomers, staff of all stripes and students over its ongoing history. The history of AOP now resides in our ever-expanding collection Read more…

By Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, 2 yearsNovember 19, 2020 ago
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FREE ONLINE EVENT: Unlock The Secrets Of The Universe

Join UC Davis physics professor and the star of the large format film, SECRETS OF THE UNIVERSE, Manuel Calderón de la Barca Sánchez on a 45-minute Zoom journey of our own planet and universe to explore some of life’s biggest questions. The program will feature 3 to 5 short clips Read more…

By Sinead Mackle, 2 yearsAugust 9, 2020 ago
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Experience of the Boardroom Apprentice 2019

Following the launch of the Boardroom Apprentice Programme 2020, Dr Kirstin Lemon tells us about her experience on the programme last year. Dr Kirstin Lemon a senior geologist at the Geological Survey of Northern Ireland (GSNI) participated in the Boardroom Apprentice Programme 2019 with Armagh Observatory & Planetarium, an Arm’s Length Read more…

By Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, 3 yearsJune 29, 2020 ago

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  • S3Ep1 - Wee Bitta Craic: Welcome Ethan, Alice and Zuri!
    Want a Wee Bitta Craic? Then say hello to some of our PhD students, Ethan, Alice and Zuri. They will be hosting their own Wee Bitta Craic episodes and will give you an insight into the life of a PhD students here at AOP!
  • Season 3 - What's the craic?
    What's the Craic? Intergalactic Craic is back and it's shaking things up! Join Heather and her brand new co-host to find out more!
  • Space is Cloudy, Who Knew? Featuring Kerem Çubuk
    This week Heather and Courtney interview Armagh Observatory PhD Candidate Kerem Çubuk on his area of research - molecular clouds! Turns out we can't escape the cloudy conditions, even millions of lightyears away.  Kerem and his colleagues also have a Youtube Channel dedicated to science communication in Turkish. To find out more, visit ahtapot.club 
Welcome to Astronotes

Hello and welcome to Astronotes, the Armagh Observatory and Planetarium’s official blog. Here you will find the latest news and views from all those who work in our organisation, from the fascinating worlds of astronomy and space exploration. We hope you will come here to learn what is hot and exciting, profound or even weird from worlds beyond ours . So that's the introduction out of the way, now on with the Universe!

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