founded in 1892, is the oldest society of its kind in Australia. Its objectives are to promote the Science of Astronomy and all its branches by holding regular meetings and viewing nights, circulating current astronomical information, and encouraging popular interest in Astronomy.
An international society of amateur and professional astronomers specialising in the observation of double stars and 'deep sky' objects, founded in 1967.
Key activities include research and observing planets, stars, celestial phenomena and the abatement of light pollution.
Facilitates collaboration in solar phvsics among European solar astronomers. Contains details about JOSO's aims, structure, meetings and working groups.
Member information, meeting announcements, publications and reports, awards, and links to related sites.
Promotes international interdisciplinary programs in solar-terrestrial physics, and organizes and coordinates such programs. Site has a newsletter, meetings and events, member directory, announcements, and links to related groups.
Improves and promotes astronomical education at all levels in all institutions involved in teaching astronomy in Europe. Contains membership information, the group's history, news, newsletters and projects.
Works to maintain the International Celestial Reference System and Frame, and the International Terrestrial Reference System and Frame, and to provide timely and accurate data on the Earth's orientation for current use and long-term studies. Site describes the group's structure and function.
Disseminates astronomical information. The ASP has become the largest general astronomy society in the world, with members from over 70 nations.
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