SAASST News (414)
An Overview of Science and Exploration of Indian and Emirates Planetary Missions Prof. S. A. Haider
The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology organized a seminar on May 17, 2023, titled "An Overview of Science and Exploration of Indian and Emirates Planetary Mission. Prof. S. A. Haider gave the seminar.
Sharjah Future 0.6 km Radio Interferometer
The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology is building a large radio interferometer with a baseline of 0.6 km. The Sharjah Very Long Baseline Radio Interferometer(SVLBRI) comprises nine 5-m parabolic reflectors SPIDER 500A antennas located in the city of Sharjah, UAE.
SAAAST Planetarium Opening
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member, Ruler of Sharjah, and founder of the University of Sharjah, opened on May 10, 2023, the SAASST planetarium in its new format.
SAASST Space Artificial Intelligence Workshop: Image Classification in Astronomy (Techniques and Applications)
The Space Artificial Intelligence Laboratory at the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology conducted a special workshop on May 09, 2023, titled “Image Classification in Astronomy (Techniques and Applications).
SAASST Participation in SPIE Defense + Commercial Sensing 30 April - 4 May 2023 (Orlando, FL, USA)
Eng. Yousuf Faroukh from the CubeSat Laboratory at the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology and the University of Sharjah participated in the SPIE conference held in Orlando during the period 30 April – 4 May 2023.
SAASST Organizes a Special Event for SICPAM Participants
The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology (SAASST) organized a special event
UoS DAPA SICPAM 2023
The Department of Applied Physics and Astronomy (DAPA) at the University of Sharjah (UoS) organized during Apr. 25-27, 2023, the “Sharjah International Conference on Physics of Advanced Materials (SICPAM).”
Seminar SAASST Participation in COSPAR 2023
Prof. Ilias Fernini, the SAASST Space Sciences Department Director, and Eng. Mohamed BinAshour gave a seminar on Apr. 26, 2023, summarizing their participation at the fifth COSPAR Symposium held in Singapore during Apr. 16-21, 2023.
My Experience with the Nanosatellite Program by ISRO Eng. Mohamed BinAshour
After successfully completing two batches benefitting 60 officials from 33 countries, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) of the Department of Space (DOS), Government of India announced the opening of registration for the 3rd batch of the training program on nanosatellite assembly and building.
Big Data in Astronomy Lecture Mrs. Aisha Al-Owais
Continuing the series of lectures during the holy month of Ramadan, Mrs. Aisha Alowais from the SAASST Space Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (SAIL) presented a lecture titled “Big Data in Astronomy.”
Boeing Visit to SAASST
Mr. Brian Long, Boeing Managing Director for the Middle East and North Africa, visited the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology (SAASST) on Mar. 28, 2023.
Ms. Fatima Al-Khateri UAEGSRC 2023
Ms. Fatima Mohamed Al Khateri, one of our talented, recently graduated MSc students, was selected to present her research at the UAE Graduate Students Research Conference (UAEGSRC2023) on March 19-20, 2023, in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Ramadhan Workshop
The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology, in collaboration with the Department of Applied Physics and Astronomy and the Department of Foundations of Religion at the University of Sharjah, organized the traditional Ramadhan workshop on Tuesday, Mar. 15, 2023.
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Astronomical Data for Ramadhan 1444 AH When Does It Start?
Basic Astronomical Information about the observations of the crescent of Ramadhan 1444 AH:
SAASST Participation in SpaceOps2023
The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology participated in SpaceOps 2023, the 17th International Conference on Space Operations, in Dubai from Mar. 06-10, 2023, with an exhibitor booth and five engineering papers.
SAASST Participation in HCT Pioneering Apprenticeship Program
The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology (SAASST) participated in the First Online International Conference on "Pioneering Apprenticeship Program in the UAE," organized by the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) on Mar. 09, 2023.
SAASST Participation in SpaceOps2023
The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology is participating in SpaceOps 2023, the 17th International Conference on Space Operations, in Dubai from Mar. 06-10, 2023, with an exhibitor booth and five engineering papers.
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SAASST Observation of Venus-Jupiter Conjunction
The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology organized a public astronomy night observation for the special occasion of the Venus-Jupiter conjunction of Mar. 02, 2023.
SAASST Meteorite Workshop
The “Meteorite Center” at the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology organized its annual workshop under the theme “Exploring the World of Meteorites: Insight from SAASST Meteorite Center.”
UAE Astronaut Sultan Al-Neyadi Set for ISS
The first long-duration astronaut from the United Arab Emirates will be among four crew members flying to the International Space Station on Feb. 27. The sixth operational SpaceX space station mission will make history, bringing the first United Arab Emirates long-duration astronaut to space.
A DANGEROUS SUNSPOT
The active sunspot AR3234 is not only turning toward Earth but also growing. It sent a warning on Feb 23, 2023, as a frequent radio burst that caused a radio blackout over the Indian ocean.
Dr. Martin Dominik's Lecture
The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology organized a lecture on "Planets and our Cosmic Context" on Feb. 22, 2023.
SAASST Participation in the 2nd Annual Exchange Meeting of the CDAC
The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology (SAASST) participated in the 2nd Annual Exchange Meeting of the Center for Data Analytics and Cybersecurity (CDAC), which takes place on Tuesday, Feb. 21, at the University of Sharjah Male’s Forum.