Dr. Stefano Sandrelli — National Outreach Coordinator — National Astronomy Education Coordinator

Dr. Caterina Boccato - National Institute of Astrophysics (Rome, Italy)

Dr. Alessandra Zanazzi - National Institute of Astrophysics (Rome, Italy)

Dr. Livia Giacomini - National Institute of Astrophysics (Rome, Italy)

The visit focused on the role of SAASST in promoting astronomy education research in the UAE as well as the possibility for the UAE to host an OAE for the Gulf region. Dr. Stefano and his team were very impressed by all the activities done at SAASST and the magnificent SAASST building.