The OAD will be organizing a webinar on its 2023 call for proposals on Monday, May 15 at 1100 UTC. The session is targeted at anyone interested in applying for the annual call for proposals. Participants will given a brief introduction to astronomy-for-development and provided information on the call. Some of the past successful applicants […]
Author Archives: Ram Venugopal
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source: IAU The IAU Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD) has released its 2023 Call for Proposals for projects that aim to use astronomy to make an impact on sustainable development. The mission of the OAD is to further the use of astronomy, including its practitioners, skills and infrastructures, as a tool for sustainable development […]
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The IAU OAD has published its latest newsletter for the January to March 2023 period. Highlights in the newsletter: RAS OAD Mobility Grants: applications close 3 May Call for fellows, interns, volunteers to work with OAD (in-person, remote) OAD call for proposals 2023 to be launched at the end of April Other opportunities: teacher training […]
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The IAU Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD) seeks inspired individuals from any relevant background, either online or in-person in Cape Town, interested in contributing to its mission. The International Astronomical Union (IAU), in partnership with the South African National Research Foundation (NRF), established the global Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD) at the South […]
2023, Astronomy for mental health, Flagship 2
‘Astronomy for Mental Health’ Project Engages People With Various Cognitive Abilities
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The Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD) is on a mission to use astronomy, its resources, skills, and people to make the world a better place, regardless of one’s background or cognitive abilities. Recently, the team, led by OAD Fellow Dominic Vertue, conducted interactive and exploratory astronomy sessions at three Community Mental Health and Psychiatry […]