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- Lost in SpaceHumor Pithaway, an astronomer with a checkered past, experiences a life-changing event atop a cold, lonely mountain in the dead of night as he contemplates the heavens and its storied relationship with green cheese.
Experience Astronomy at the Cranbrook Institute of Science ObservatoryLate fall is a great time for star-gazers. The cold, clear skies make excellent viewing for constellations.- Gifts for the Amateur Astronomer in Your FamilyWhat is a great gift for the person whose hobby is astronomy?
Colorado Astronomy Day with the Denver Astronomical SocietyCelebrating Colorado Astronomy Day in October the Denver Astronomical Society and Denver Museum of Nature & Science threw a Star Party of the greatest magnitude, followed by Star gazing at Observatory Park.- Tycho Brahe, AstronomerTycho Brahe was a sixteenth century astronomer. His meticulous observations resulted in accurate data concerning the position of stars and planetary motion.
- Astronomy Leads to a Potential Solution for CancerLearn how Black Holes in the Universe might lead to a potential solution for Cancer.
Timeline: A Look Back at Amateur AstronomyAmateur astronomer David Martines recently discovered an odd looking object resembling a structure on Mars using Google Earth. Here is a look back at some other amateur astronomers who made unique and lasting contributions to the field of astronomy.- Tucson University of Arizona Mt. Lemmon Star Gazing at SkyCenterThe UA's Mount Lemmon SkyCenter offers a variety of programs for lectures and star gazing.
- Interesting Astronomy FactsFacts relating to space and astronomy.
- New Zodiac Signs 2011 Astronomer Becomes InfamousThe backlash over the new zodiac signs began when astronomer Parke Kunkle revealed the "secret" of Ophiuchus to the outside world. By letting this otherwise common knowledge spread, Kunkle has become as infamous as the signs.
- How to Beat the Winter Blues with Winter AstronomyLearn some facts that show you how you can beat the Winter Blues with Winter Astronomy
Report from 2050: Cloudy Skies Frustrate StargazersMost ground-based telescopes declared "worthless" (part of "Reports from 2050," a series of imagined reports from the year 2050, supported by current news, facts and scientific predictions).- Gift Ideas for Amateur AstronomersGift ideas for amateur astronomers
- Astronomy Gift Ideas for TeensAstronomy gift ideas for teens great for Christmas and other occasions
Naked Eye Astronomy: A Fun Activity for the Entire FamilyNaked eye astronomy allows anyone to enjoy the night sky. See the wonders of the cosmos just by looking up.
William Lassell: Astronomer and BrewmeisterMany of the best known astronomers who helped pioneer astronomy could not have succeeded without the financial resources to do so.
The Discovery of NeptuneBecause the discovery of Neptune was calculated by two mathematicians, unknown to each other's efforts, without a telescope, and of different nationalities, the credit for the discovery was fraught with politics, jealousy, and scandal.
William Herschel and the Discovery of UranusIn recognizing contributions to astronomy it is interesting that some of the most important come from unlikely sources. A German musician and composer in the 18th century added to this list.
Good Resources for Urban StargazersBest resources for Urban Stargazers- A Lesson in Astronomy for StudentsThis is a Science lesson in Astronomy. Students of Elementary age and middle age can enjoy reading this.
Astronomers Claim Newly Discovered Planet is Capable of Sustaining LifeIt is interesting that the Vatican newspaper, L'Osservatore Romano, has just recently endorsed the possibility that intelligent life is possible in the universe beyond earth.
Astronomy Clubs and Exhibits in Fort WorthAstronomy clubs, exhibits, and dark sky viewing sites for Fort Worth residents and visitors.
The Cincinnati Observatory Offers Intelligent Answers to Unusual QuestionsIn addition to stargazing through the oldest professional telescope in America, the Cincinnati Observatory offers intelligent answers to some of the world's most unusual questions.
Green Laser Pointer for AstronomyLaser pointer mainly has two major applications in the field of astronomy, such as astronomy research and teaching, telescope watch of celestial objects.- Top Smartphone Tools for Amateur AstronomersSee how astronomers like you are using their cell phones for observation just as much as their telescope.
- Nibiru Doomsday Planet FoundAll those who believe in Nibiru can now say 'I told you so' after a secret photo was released today by astronomers searching for the dark planet, the team of star gazer's have also made a startling revelation.
- Famous Astronomers Who Began the Idea of Space-TimeAn overview of the astronomers who provided great insight into the idea of space-time.
Book Review - "The Invisible Universe"This 160 page book by radio astronomer Gerrit Vershuur is a great overview of radio astronomy, and a fun read. The author's interspersed anecdotes of his personal experiences with the various topics make it especially engaging - highly recommended!- Book Review - "Two Paths to Heaven's Gate"This memoir of radio astronomer Nan Dieter Conklin spans the beginnings of radio astronomy in the 70s to the present day. It is an account of the history of ground-based space exploration, and a poignant reminder that science is above all very hard work.
Based on Observations of the Position of StarsThe Astrovision projection makes you feel you are actually there, on the spot, among the stars
Pluto's New Blush of ColourActivities to nurture a growing interest in astronomy, while we wait for more Pluto pictures!- Astronomers Puzzled by the Mysterious Dark Flow of GalaxiesA massive stream of galaxies is being pulled in the same direction by an unknown cause.
Holiday Gift Ideas for the Beginning Modern AstronomerA holiday gift guide for the beginning modern astronomer based on personal experiences and advice of other astronomers. Learn some basic gift ideas for your modern astronomer.- (LOVE.COM) Introduction to AstronomyNearly 3,000 years after the birth of astronomy, with many questions already answered, other mysteries continue to confound.
- Review of the World's Easiest Astronomy BookThe World's Easiest Astronomy Book is an 111 page book that is jammed packed with tidbits of information about space, such as: living at light speed; temperature in space; is there wind in space; the centrifugal force of the earth; and so much more.
- Kepler's The Harmonies of the World - A Transition from Astrology to AstronomyOne of the principal figures in the transition from scientific astrology to modern pure science was the German astronomer Johannes Kepler (1571-1630).
Astronomers and Astrologers PuzzledMonthly recognition of new Associated Content writers announced.- You Say "Astronomy," I Say "Astrophysics"Is there really a difference between the terms 'astronomy' and 'astrophysics'?
- Follow Astronomy's Breakthroughs on Twitter - Part 3With so many orbiters, probes, observatories and rovers working hard in our solar system, it's not always easy to keep up with the latest news. Astronomy buffs can now keep tabs on some of the most fascinating astronomical happenings on Twitter.
- A History of Conflict: The Church and Early AstronomyThis article explores the persecution and conflict characterizing the relationship between early astronomers and the Catholic Church.
