European Space Agency (ESA)

Single Point of Contact

Mr. Leo Hennessy, Head of the Programme Policy Coordination Unit
Directorate of Science and Robotic Exploration
8-10 rue Mario Nikis
75738 Paris Cedex 15 Paris
France

Phone +33 1 5369 7187
E-mail Leo.Hennessy@esa.int
Websitehttp://astronomy2009.esa.int/


Highlights

Herschel and Planck Launch
April 2009
The launch of two astronomical missions: Herschel and Planck to study the infrared Universe and to measure the Cosmic Microwave Background will take place during IYA2009.
http://sci.esa.int

The ESA Science Podcasts
Throughout 2009
The ESA Science Podcasts will highlight ESA's Science Programme achievements in the fields of astronomy and planetary science.
http://astronomy2009.esa.int

The Planck Dome and Herschel RoadShow at the IYA2009 Opening Ceremony
15-16 January 2009
The Planck Dome will highlight Planck's importance in measuring the Cosmic Microwave Background, while Herschel will study the depths of the Universe in the infrared.
http://astronomy2009.esa.int

 

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