The Astronomy and Astrophysics Section has worked and continues to work on the formation of stars and planets, on the origins of the mysterious cosmic rays (encompassing significant contributions to high-energy astrophysics and particle acceleration theory) and more. It has contributed to international projects aimed at exploring the cosmos. Major areas of interest include:

• • Solar Physics and Space Weather – Prof. P. Gallagher
  • Star Formation – Prof. T. Ray
  • Astroparticle Physics: Gamma Ray Astronomy, X-ray Astronomy and Neutrino Astronomy – Prof. F. Aharonian
  • Particle Acceleration Theory, Interstellar Gas Dynamics and Plasma Astrophysics – Prof. L. O’C. Drury
  • Forty Years Of Research in Space 1972-2012 —– Summary by Emeritus Prof Denis O’Sullivan
  • DIAS:50 Years as Space Research Pioneers

The work of the Astronomy & Astrophysics Section is documented in detail in the annual reports:
2016 – 2015 – 2014 – 2013 – 2012 – 2011 – 2010 – 2009 – 2008 – 2007 – 2006 – 2005 – 2004