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Big Impact Astronomy

Astronomy for Equity
Astronomy
Astronomy Outreach
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Cosmic Web
Education
Stars Shine For Everyone
Global Collaborations In Astronomy
Dark Matter
Astrobiology
Astro Sandbox
Education Equity
Women In STEM
Astronomy Education
STEM Education
Astrophotography
NASA
ESA
Astronomy For Equity
Ukraine
Astronomy Olympiad

Join us on an adventure through the telescope to the stars and back. We’ll visit people around the world who are having a big impact on the lives of others who share their place on Earth. Whatever our cultural differences, we share the same sky. We are all fellow passengers traveling through the galaxy on Spaceship Earth.

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Cuauhtémoc, Memo (aka Bruno the Clown), and Magda describe their innovative astronomy programs for kids of all ages in Guadalajara, Mexico including festivals, an eclipse at the Zoo, and a pirate clown.

Atiyah Alhasadi is the Founder and Chairman of Roaya, an NGO in Libya that fosters STEM education through the study of astronomy with a special emphasis on providing opportunities for girls.

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Kevin Govender leads the International Astronomical Union's Office of Astronomy for Development, which has had a huge around the world through its grants and programs.

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Jamal Mimouni takes on an astronomy journey through Africa starting with his long-standing, active group in Algeria.

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Ron Rosano
Space advocate, NASA Solar System Ambassador, and suborbital astronaut
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Episode: Exploring Space from Above and Below with Ron Rosano
Olayinka Fagbemiro
Assistant director at the Nigerian Space Agency and founder of Astronomers Without Borders Nigeria
Nigerian Space Agency
Episode: Inspiring Girls and Refugee Children in Nigeria with Olayinka Fagbemiro
John Goldsmith
Astrophotographer and expert in Aboriginal astronomical knowledge
Episode: Astrophotography and Aboriginal Sky Lore in Western Australia with John Goldsmith
Joyful Mdhluli
A passionate advocate for science communication and community outreach in astronomy.
International Astronomical Union's Office of Astronomy for Development
Episode: Astronomy, Mental Health, and Community with Joyful Mdhluli
Mark Neyrinck
Cosmologist and affiliate research scientist at Blue Marble Space Institute of Science
Blue Marble Space Institute of Science
Episode: Bringing the Cosmic Web Down to Earth with Mark Neyrinck
Jörg Matthias Determann
Faculty member in the Liberal Arts and Sciences program at Virginia Commonwealth University, author and historian with a focus on diversity in science.
Virginia Commonwealth University, Qatar
Episode: Access to the Universe: DEI in Astronomy with Jörg Matthias Determann
Jean Pierre Grootaerd
Volunteer with the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Ghent University and founder of the Stars Shine for Everyone program
Department of Physics and Astronomy at Ghent University
Episode: "Stars Shine for Everyone" Global Telescope Program with Jean Pierre Grootaerd
Mirjana Povic
A Serbian-Spanish astrophysicist and professor at the Space Science and Geospatial Institute
Space Science and Geospatial Institute
Episode: Empowering and Inspiring African Students With Mirjana Povic
Taisiia Karasova
Sophomore physics major studying at MIT, founder of Astro Sandbox
MIT and Astro Sandbox
Episode: Astronomy Education in Wartime Ukraine with Taisiia Karasova

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Mike Simmons
Host and founder of Astronomy for Equity, involved in promoting astronomy education and outreach.

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Astrophotography and Aboriginal Sky Lore in Western Australia with John Goldsmith
Q: How does the lore describe the crater's formation?
The Aboriginal elder described it as a shooting star that would shake the earth, showcasing a blend of traditional knowledge and scientific understanding of meteoric events.
Astrophotography and Aboriginal Sky Lore in Western Australia with John Goldsmith
Q: Has your research and exploration led to more awareness of Aboriginal culture with the night sky in the rest of Australia?
Yes, as the understanding of the Aboriginal stories regarding the night sky has grown over the past 20-30 years, it has led to greater recognition and respect for Aboriginal knowledge and traditions.
"Stars Shine for Everyone" Global Telescope Program with Jean Pierre Grootaerd
Q: What got you started in doing this kind of work in particular using astronomy to provide educational opportunity?
Jean Pierre described his childhood fascination with astronomy and how encouragement from a mentor led him to focus on helping children in underserved communities.
Bringing the Cosmic Web Down to Earth with Mark Neyrinck
Q: Do you see this as something that might be useful in other areas as well?
Mark emphasizes that tactile learning is beneficial in various educational contexts, adding enjoyment and memorability to the experience.
Bringing the Cosmic Web Down to Earth with Mark Neyrinck
Q: How does the cosmic web relate to things on Earth that we're used to seeing?
Mark explains that there are many branching structures in nature, like trees and neurons, that resemble the cosmic web. He is working on models that show how these structures can be analogized between the universe and Earth.

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2. Olayinka Fagbemiro
3. John Goldsmith
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5. Mark Neyrinck
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