Around the World in 80 Telescopes

For the last 6 hours a live webcast has been visiting telescopes around the world, and part of the 100 Hours of Astronomy, which is one of the key events in the International Year of Astronomy.

But we’re only 1/4 done. There are still 60-some telescopes to visit over the next 1-hours. Watch the live feed. Many first time images and sciece results are being presented.

Even though, I’m having a blast watching this event I think it will be tremendously valuable going forward. A library of 80 videos is being accumulated about the telescopes and the work that is being done with them. These videos will be a great resource for future outreach efforts.

Hopfully the buzz around this event will draw more of the public into the International Year of Astronomy.

Steve

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