350 people 👁️ing this randomlyJayasree Saranathan I am glad to announce the release of my book. “Mahabharata 3136 BCE: Validation of the Traditional Date” on the occasion of the completion of birth centenary of my father today. This book dedicated to my father is released by our Ācārya swami, Sri U. Ve. Ko. Ka. AppanRead More

466 people 👁️ing this randomlyASEM The Astronomical Society of Eastern Missouri (ASEM) is the primary outreach activity of the Alliance for Astronomy, Inc (AfA) which is a Missouri non-profit corporation organized for the public benefit with the mission to promote awareness, appreciation and education in astronomy and related sciences. Volunteers with ASEM conduct several meetingsRead More

389 people 👁️ing this randomlyAstronomy Threads Explained Astronomy Threads Explained Authors: Manish Panjwani and Brian Ventrudo Published: September 15, 2018   Last Revised: May 24, 2021 Figure 1 – An array of threaded optical components and adapters common in amateur astronomy. Image credit: Sergio Castillo/Agena AstroProducts. 1. Overview Whether dealing with telescopes, eyepieces, filters, or focusers,Read More

567 people 👁️ing this randomlyAstronomy at Illinois Although we would have loved to invite everyone back to campus to celebrate our 100th anniversary, with the pandemic it was not possible. Instead, we held a virtual celebration of the Department of Astronomy’s 100th year on August 21st. We shared some history, some stories of our graduates,Read More