The Astronomical Society of Malta
L-Ghaqda Maltija tal-Astronomija | |
| Abbreviation | ASM |
|---|---|
| Formation | September 19, 1984 |
| Purpose | Education |
| Headquarters | Msida, Malta |
| Membership | ~200 |
Secretary General | Benjamin Borg |
President | Connor Sant Fornier |
| Website | maltastro.org |
Formerly called | The Astronomical Association of Malta, The Students’ Astronomical Circle |
The Astronomical Society of Malta is a non-profit organisation registered in Malta with the aim of promoting education and interest in astronomy.[1] The society plans various activities such as astronomical observations courses into basic astronomy for beginners as well as more advanced public lectures.[2] Some one-time events are also organised like the Space Week in 2019 when an American astronaut collaborated with ASM or in 2024 with the passing of the comet C/2023 A3.[3][4] Some of these events occur annually, like observations of the Perseids[5] and the organisation's participation in Malta's Science in the City[6][7] and KurżitàJiem.[8]
Light Pollution Awareness Group
[edit]The Astronomical Society is also the parent organisation behind the main light pollution awareness group (LPAG) in Malta. The group voices complains to protect what little is left of Malta's dark sky.[9]
References
[edit]- ^ Malta, The Astronomical Society of (2024-03-14). "The new 2024 committee". Retrieved 2024-07-17.
- ^ "Astronomical Society observing session". Times of Malta. 2003-03-13. Retrieved 2024-07-17.
- ^ [httpss://www.independent.com.mt/articles/2019-05-07/growing-up/American-astronaut-inspires-Maltese-students-6736207771 "American astronaut inspires Maltese students - The Malta Independent"]. www.independent.com.mt. Retrieved 2024-07-17.
- ^ "Comet visible from Malta as it enters solar system after 80,000 years". Times of Malta. 2024-09-27. Retrieved 2024-09-28.
- ^ "Perseids meteor shower". Times of Malta. 2003-08-12. Retrieved 2024-07-17.
- ^ "SITC 2024 - J.E.D.I. Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity". SITC 2024. Retrieved 2024-07-17.
- ^ Malta, The Astronomical Society of (2023-09-08). "Science in the City 2023". Retrieved 2024-07-17.
- ^ "KurżitàJiem - Esplora". Esplora - Esplora Interactive Science Center. 2022-03-29. Retrieved 2024-07-17.
- ^ says, Lino DeBono (2019-06-28). "Dwejra restaurant decision a "disappointment" – ISSA and Astronomical Society". Gozo News. Retrieved 2024-07-17.