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PRACTICAL ASTRONOMY – LECTURE SERIES
Are you curious about exploring the universe beyond what your eyes can see? GOOD NEWS! We are excited to announce a unique online workshop “The Practical Astronomy Lecture Series” featuring Dr. Andrew Thornett. The sessions will be held on 17 November, 24 November, 15 December 2024 and 5 January 2025, from 8:00pm to 10:00pm (Malaysian Time). Dr. Andrew Thornett, an experienced astronomer with
Winners of the Astrophotography Contest 2024
Winners of the Astrophotography Contest 2024 organized by the Astronomical Society of Penang. Thirteen best images were decided by a panel of three judges for the First Prize, Second Prize, Third Prize, and ten Consolation Prizes. All thirteen winning photos will be featured in the desk calendar of the year 2025 to be published by the Astronomical Society of
An Introduction to JWST Image Processing
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is a revolutionary space observatory designed to explore the fundamental questions of the cosmos with unprecedented clarity. It captures infrared images that reveal stars, galaxies, and distant objects previously hidden from view. The breathtaking visuals and priceless data from JWST should be accessible to scientists, educators, students, and astronomy enthusiasts alike. However, to