Women in the Stars

11 March 2009

Professional and amateur astronomers have been fascinated by the mysteries hidden in the sky for years. In 2009, the International Year of Astronomy, the role of women in astronomy, past and present, is celebrated in the attempt to encourage females to enrol in science careers and promote gender equality. " Mujeres en las estrellas " or Women in the Stars, is a Spanish series that will outline the trajectory of female Spanish astronomers and their contributions to astronomy. It will emphasize the role of women, neglected throughout history, in the development of this fascinating science.

More information: http://www.uned.es/bici/Curso2008-2009/090302/tvbici19.pdf (in Spanish)


Organisational Associates:
ESO AAS INSU CAS STRW NOVA STFC SCNAT SPA NRC MEC CNES DLR ESA JAXA NAOJ APL PS ESF ISRO ICRAN NLSI NOT U Cluster NASAEAS ASI NRAO CEA  KASI EAE SPA AUI CROSCI



The International Year of Astronomy 2009 is endorsed by the United Nations and the International Council of Science.