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The Astronomical Society of Glasgow. We have lectures, observing sessions & public outreach events in and around Glasgow. 💫 Header by Colin Robb

Glasgow, Scotland
Joined July 2009
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NASA has released a mind-bending animation that lets you experience falling into a black hole
Readers added context they thought people might want to know
This video shows how a flight around a black hole would look like, not falling into a black hole. youtu.be/dGEIsnBRWGs
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Thought I would summarise why there is so much excitement in the space weather community right now. There’s a monstrous sunspot group on the Sun that’s massive enough to be visible to the naked eye (please use eclipse glasses) 🌞 👓 (1/n)
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Waiting for the aurora to show up
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Check out this really cool picture taken at our Eric Tomney Observatory by brilliant @mcnalu at @MugdockPark. Showcasing the solar activity behind all the celestial phenomena! (Sun in Hα taken with a PST with a Raspberry Pi HQ camera with no IR filter. 10 May 2024.) #Glasgow
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It sure would be nice if someone was hosting a free lecture on the very topic of solar physics in the midst of all the solar flare hype and aurora fun.. oh wait it's happening next Thursday!! 😏🌞
Join Dr. Alec MacKinnon from University of Glasgow as he unveils secrets of the "High Energy Sun" on May 16th, 7:30 pm, Lecture Room 6.41, James Weir Building/Royal College, University of Strathclyde. Get ready for high-energy solar physics and cosmic tales! 🔭 #events #glasgow
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This is such an irresistible topic—from the discovery of the first exoplanet in 1992 to today, where we can gather so much information thanks to dedicated scientists. There is so much potential for life to be uncovered. What a time to be alive! earth.com/news/planet-k2-18-…
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Join Dr. Alec MacKinnon from University of Glasgow as he unveils secrets of the "High Energy Sun" on May 16th, 7:30 pm, Lecture Room 6.41, James Weir Building/Royal College, University of Strathclyde. Get ready for high-energy solar physics and cosmic tales! 🔭 #events #glasgow
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Excited for our Mugdock Park observing session on March 11th! Discover celestial wonders under the guidance of our society members. Bid winter farewell with Bootes, Leo, and Canis Minor. Don't miss the spring night show! 🌌🔭 eventbrite.co.uk/e/spring-ni…
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🔭 Unveil the Sun's mysteries with Dr. Sargam Mulay, a leading solar physicist. Join us on March 21st at 7:30 PM, Strathclyde University. Explore solar flares, coronal mass ejections, and the cosmic ballet shaping our space weather. More details on FB and our website! Link in bio
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🌌 Join us for another session at our observatory! Stargazing Session: Telescopes reveal stars, galaxies, and celestial wonders. All levels welcome! Family-friendly. Tickets: eventbrite.co.uk/e/stars-and…
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Our free lecture can be seen live through our youtube channel: youtube.com/live/-lvAO_oB1m8 There will be a live chat for you to ask the speaker questions during the Q&A. ☺️ See you then!
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We invite you to the first session of the year at our new observatory at @MugdockPark ! Save the Date: Monday, 15th January 2024 19:30 - 21:00 GMT More information and tickets on eventbrite: eventbrite.co.uk/e/orion-and…
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Astronomers using the #JWST discovered a cold, isolated brown dwarf named W1935 emitting infrared methane, challenging expectations as it lacks a host star. 1/ 👉 nasa.gov/missions/webb/nasas…
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We have two free lectures this month! This one will be in person at @UniStrathclyde. Start up 2024 right by joining us on the 25th for a brilliant talk by Professor of Extragalactic Astronomy, Christopher Conselice @conselice. More info on our Facebook page and website.
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Embark on a cosmic adventure from the comfort of your home! 🏡 Join us for an extraordinary Zoom Lecture on Jan 12, 2024, 7:30 pm, with Professor Stephen Edberg from California. 🚀 Uncover the secrets behind capturing mesmerizing space imagery! Link to be added soon.
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✨🎄 Wishing joyful holidays! 🌌 Thanks for an amazing year filled with lectures, courses, and the launch of our new observatory. Your presence made it special. ❣️ Enjoy your time off, and may the longer nights bring you delightful starry evenings!
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The amazing Orion constellation over Stonehenge this evening. 📸 credit Stonehenge Dronescapes 💫✨🤩 #Orion #orionconstellation #milkyway #stonehenge #astro #astrophotography #winter #nightphotography #night
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Join us on Dec 21st, 7:30 PM at Strathclyde Uni's James Weir Bldg (Rm 6.41) for an out-of-this-world lecture on NASA's Skylab! Explore the launch, missions, and groundbreaking science with Mr. Robert Law from Mills Observatory, Dundee. Don't miss this space history deep dive! 🛰️
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🌠 Fear, Fascination, and a Cosmic Encounter! 🌌 Join us on Thursday, 19th October 2023, for a captivating journey back to the 1910 return of Halley's Comet. Discover the fear, frenzy, and cosmic fascination that once gripped the world. 🌠 More info on our fb page and website!
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