Dr. Alberto Sanna Max Planck Institute for Radio Astronomy, Germany T.B.D. Abstract: T.B.D. Location: To be confirmed (31 Fitzwilliam Place/ Burlington Road) Upcoming seminars: https://www.dias.ie/2018/03/07/astronomy-and-astrophysics-seminar-schedule-2018/
Dr. Ignacio Mendigutia CAB, INTA-CSIC, Spain Accretion rates as a link between different astronomical scales Abstract: The mass accretion rate is a fundamental parameter as it determines the growth and evolution of the astrophysical objects under analysis. During… Read More
Dr. Tony Moffat Université de Montréal Probing Massive Stars with the BRITE Nanosatellites Abstract: Launched in 2013-2014, the five independently functioning BRITE (BRIght Target Explorer) nanosats – each costing “only” about 2M$ – are now producing excellent science… Read More
Dr. Rob Izzard University of Surrey Circumbinary discs around post-AGB stars Abstract: Post-AGB stars with discs are all binary systems. Post-AGB binaries are also eccentric, in every sense of the word. Given that many post-AGB objects likely experienced… Read More
The 14th J.L Synge public lecture hosted by @MathsTCD is on this Thursday (1st Nov) at 7.30pm in TCD's MacNeill. Prof Mihalis Dafermos (Princeton and Cambridge Unis.) speaking on "Falling into black holes". All welcome and a great talk guaranteed! Retweeted by
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My last day after 12 great years teaching and doing research @TCD_physics :( Just wonderful students and staff to work with. Now on to a new adventure as Head of Astrophysics @DIAS_Dublin. Can’t wait to get started doing something exciting with @DunsinkObs :) pic.twitter.com/T4nCms6WCq
Irish astronomers set to gain access to the world’s most advanced ground-based astronomical telescopes following signature of Ireland’s Accession Agreement with ESO. We're looking forward to welcoming #Ireland!
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Poster about NEMETODE meteor detection @DunsinkObs and how the data is used for citizen science and education. It has been set up in Pezinok for the start of the International Meteor Conference 2018! #meteors#meteorshower@nemetodemeteorRetweeted by
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Have you an interest in catastrophic natural events? Prof Chris Bean @DIAS_Dublin will give a discourse lecture on 'Recent insights into how the Earth works: embracing uncertainty' sponsored by @MHCLawyers on 25 Sept at 6pm. Book here ow.ly/Gxyc30lDgbLRetweeted by
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2 talks on the history of @DunsinkObs during @HeritageWeek at DIAS Dunsink Observatory, Tuesday 21st and Wednesday 22nd August! See https://t.co/9XoVkcj7jS for more information and to book free Admission! Use of telescopes to view the night sky both evenings, weather permitting.
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2018-12-05; 15:00; Dr. Alberto Sanna (Max Planck Institute for Radio Astronomy, Germany); T.B.D.
Dr. Alberto Sanna Max Planck Institute for Radio Astronomy, Germany T.B.D. Abstract: T.B.D. Location: To be confirmed (31 Fitzwilliam Place/ Burlington Road) Upcoming seminars: https://www.dias.ie/2018/03/07/astronomy-and-astrophysics-seminar-schedule-2018/
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Posted: 23rd October 2018 by Rebeca Garcia
Astronomy and Astrophysics Seminar Schedule 2019
January Wed. 16th, 15:00: Dr. Salvatore Orlando (INAF-Palermo, Italy)
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2019-01-16, 15:00, Dr. Salvatore Orlando (INAF-Palermo, Italy), T.B.D.
Dr. Salvatore Orlando INAF-Palermo, Italy T.B.D. Abstract: T.B.D. Location: 31 Fitzwilliam Place, Dublin 2 Upcoming seminars: https://www.dias.ie/2018/03/07/astronomy-and-astrophysics-seminar-schedule-2018/
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2018-11-14, 11:00, Dr. Ignacio Mendigutia (CAB, INTA-CSIC, Spain), Accretion rates as a link between different astronomical scales
Dr. Ignacio Mendigutia CAB, INTA-CSIC, Spain Accretion rates as a link between different astronomical scales Abstract: The mass accretion rate is a fundamental parameter as it determines the growth and evolution of the astrophysical objects under analysis. During… Read More
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2018-10-02, 15:00, Dr. Tony Moffat (Université de Montréal), Probing Massive Stars with the BRITE Nanosatellites
Dr. Tony Moffat Université de Montréal Probing Massive Stars with the BRITE Nanosatellites Abstract: Launched in 2013-2014, the five independently functioning BRITE (BRIght Target Explorer) nanosats – each costing “only” about 2M$ – are now producing excellent science… Read More
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2018-09-19, 15:00, Dr. Rob Izzard (University of Surrey), Circumbinary discs around post-AGB stars
Dr. Rob Izzard University of Surrey Circumbinary discs around post-AGB stars Abstract: Post-AGB stars with discs are all binary systems. Post-AGB binaries are also eccentric, in every sense of the word. Given that many post-AGB objects likely experienced… Read More
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2018-07-18, 15:00, Dr. N. Cunningham (IRAM, France), Infall and Outflow Motions towards a Sample of Massive Star Forming Regions
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2018-06-12, 15:00, Dr. Stefano Facchini (MPE, Germany), The interplay between gas and dust in protoplanetary disks
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2018-06-08, 11:00, Prof. Q. Daniel Wang (University of Massachusetts, USA), The Galactic Center Ecosystem
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2018-05-28, 15:00, Dr. B. Nisini (Rome Observatory, Italy), Connection between jets, winds and accretion in T Tauri stars
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Space, the Final frontier? Ponder this with our own @aoife_m_ryan & Dr. Colm Bracken at eventbrite.ie/e/space-the-fi… #DIASdiscovers #scienceweek #believeinscience Retweeted by DIAS Astrophysics
The 14th J.L Synge public lecture hosted by @MathsTCD is on this Thursday (1st Nov) at 7.30pm in TCD's MacNeill. Prof Mihalis Dafermos (Princeton and Cambridge Unis.) speaking on "Falling into black holes". All welcome and a great talk guaranteed! Retweeted by DIAS Astrophysics
THE HEAVENS, a series of thought-provoking films exploring astronomy and the universe, introduced by Prof. @Luke_Drury, will be held every Monday in Nov 2018, The Music Room, Christ Church Cathedral. For more details please see christchurchcathedral.ie #DIASDublin #DIASDiscovers Retweeted by DIAS Astrophysics
Colin Hogg, School of Cosmic Physics came up with the idea of weusemaths.ie it shows how maths is used in many ways, how it links back into the maths curriculum and how students can select CAO courses for a specific career.irishtimes.com/news/science/w… #DIASdiscovers Retweeted by DIAS Astrophysics
Celebrate Samhain by joining DIAS for a DARK Matter day event: Don't be afraid of the dark #DIASDiscovers #darkmatterday #samhainagusscience samhainagusscience.eventbrite.ie Retweeted by DIAS Astrophysics
We are delighted to welcome Prof. @petertgallagher as the new head of astronomy & astrophysics @DIAS_Dublin. Prof. Gallagher is lead developer of (I-LOFAR) and has led some of the most significant Irish research projects in astrophysics dias.ie/2018/10/08/pet… … #DIASDublin Retweeted by DIAS Astrophysics
Peter Gallagher appointed Head of Astronomy and Astrophysics at DIAS – DIAS dias.ie/2018/10/08/pet… Retweeted by DIAS Astrophysics
Welcome to @DIAS_Dublin twitter.com/petertgallaghe…
Irish astronomers set to gain access to the world’s most advanced ground-based astronomical telescopes following signature of Ireland’s Accession Agreement with ESO. We're looking forward to welcoming #Ireland! eso.org/public/news/es… Retweeted by DIAS Astrophysics
Great news for Ireland & comgratulations to our own Prof. Tom Ray. Official joining of ESO is a landmark moment for Irish astronomy siliconrepublic.com/innovation/ire… via @siliconrepublic #DIASDISCOVERS Retweeted by DIAS Astrophysics
Prof. Tom Ray @DIAS_Dublin appointed Irish representative on the ESO Council twitter.com/willgoodbody/s…
Poster about NEMETODE meteor detection @DunsinkObs and how the data is used for citizen science and education. It has been set up in Pezinok for the start of the International Meteor Conference 2018! #meteors #meteorshower @nemetodemeteor Retweeted by DIAS Astrophysics
Have you an interest in catastrophic natural events? Prof Chris Bean @DIAS_Dublin will give a discourse lecture on 'Recent insights into how the Earth works: embracing uncertainty' sponsored by @MHCLawyers on 25 Sept at 6pm. Book here ow.ly/Gxyc30lDgbL Retweeted by DIAS Astrophysics
29/8/18 #WomenInMathematics Day Ireland 2018 @UCDMathStat @WiMDI18 conference will feature a celebration of Dr Sheila Tinney’s work. Dr Tinney was the first female fellow of #DIASDublin & one of the first Research Associates at #DIASDublin More details: ucd.ie/mathstat/newsa… Retweeted by DIAS Astrophysics
#DIASDublin Dunsink Observatory Opens Nights during @HeritageWeek Admission free but booking essential here bit.ly/1fIeOPq #heritageweek #ShareAStory #MakeAConnection #EYCH Retweeted by DIAS Astrophysics
#heritageweek Talk on DIAS Dunsink Observatory at Blanchardstown Library @fingallibraries by Sam Green from #DIASDublin Aug 23 @ 6:30pm heritageweek.ie/whats-on/event… #ShareAStory #MakeAConnection #EYCH Retweeted by DIAS Astrophysics
Heritage Week at Dunsink Obsevatory twitter.com/DunsinkObs/sta…
Minister @JohnHalligan @EnterInnov at this morning's plaque unveiling, commemorating Thomas Grubb @DunsinkObs #DIASDiscovers Retweeted by DIAS Astrophysics
Congratulations to @dias_astronomy researcher Rachel Garcia Lopez, who participated in the first successful test of Einstein's #GeneralRelativity near a supermassive black hole rte.ie/news/2018/0726… @ESO @RTEScienceTech #DIASDiscovers Retweeted by DIAS Astrophysics
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