Today’s Big Impact Astronomy highlights the importance of astronomy outreach for inspiring communities and how it can serve as a tool for development in under-resourced areas with Joyful Mdhluli
Feb 19th: Dr. Joyful Mdhluli
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Feb 6th: Mark Neyrick
Today’s Big Impact Astronomy talk to Mark Neyrick about the cosmic web of galaxies and matter, and how this large-scale structure mirrors branching structures in nature, like trees and rivers.
Jan 29th: Jörg Matthias Determann
Today’s Big Impact Astronomy talk to Jörg Matthias Determann on how science fiction bridging gaps between elite sciences and marginalized groups.
Jan 22nd: Cesare Pagano and Andra Stoica
Today’s Big Impact Astronomy discuss about Inclusive Outreach in IAU, focusing on making astronomy accessible to people with disabilities.
Jan 15th: Jean Pierre Grootaerd
Jean-Pierre builds mounts for donated telescopes for education in developing countries. He also partners with the International Astronomical Union to gift telescopes that inspire students worldwide. Today we are going to follow the journey of telescopes from Belgium to classrooms around the world, sparking curiosity and wonder
Dec 11th: Susan Murabana & Daniel Chu Owen
Today, Mike discuss with Susan Murabana Owen & Daniel Chu Owen and explores how the Traveling Telescope is revolutionizing astronomy education and outreach across Kenya.
Dec 4th: Manisha Dwa
Today’s Big Impact Astronomy discuss with Manisha Dwa about her leadership role in promoting astronomy education and supporting women in science
Nov 27th: Mirjana Povic
Today’s Big Impact Astronomy talk to Mirjana Povic about her works on inspiring students across Africa to bring hope and education
Nov 20th: Reaching for the Stars: Inspiring Girls in Pakistan Yumna Majeed
On today’s Big Impact Astronomy, Mike Simmons discuss with Yumna Majeed about her dedication to bring the wonders of the universe to underserved communities
Nov 13th: Debunking Myths and Rediscovering Wonder with Phil Plait
Phil Plait “The Bad Astronomer,” discusses his journey from debunking astronomy myths to writing popular books & consulting science fiction.