Losing the Sky
OnlineLive public discussion with Andy Lawrence, Brian Eno, Catherine Heymans, Mark McCaughrean from ESA, Amy Mehlman from Viasat, and many others.
Spectroscopy – a practical approach for amateurs
OnlineTom Field will explain the science behind spectroscopy and how amateur astronomers can analyse the light from distant objects.
Photometry of short period asteroids // Sky in July
OnlineTalk by Prof. Giles Hammond of the University of Glasgow We will also have the Sky in July from Alan Pickup. There are a large number of asteroids which are [...]
Imaging & Observing Group
OnlineASE members only Image: L64 Radim Stano
End of term, pub quiz, general chat
OnlineThe end of a busy and challenging year, but a good one. We'll have a bit of a laugh, general chat and a look back at the highlights of the [...]
The effect of stellar activity on the detection of terrestrial planets
OnlineTalk by Prof Don Pollacco of the University of Warwick. Stars undergo activity cycles often lasting many years. During these periods surface phenomena on their surfaces may not only make [...]
Imaging & Observing Group meeting
OnlineFor ASE members only Image credit: Lobster claw nebula, Pat Devine
Exploring Astronomy and Space Through Philately – an introduction
OnlineTalk by Katrin Raynor-Evans The aim of the presentation is to provide the audience with an introduction on the topic of astronomy and space celebrated through philately including the world's [...]
The Venus Tablets of Ammisaduqa – a solution
OnlineWe have a conjunction of archaeology and astronomy as Dr Bruce Vickery describes a solution to the Venus Tablets of Ammisaduqa. An interesting link between today’s highly scientific world and that of the Babylonians over 3,500 years ago.
How to Get Started in Night Photography
OnlineTalk by Mike Shaw. We will also have the Sky in October. This Night Photography 101 presentation will give you everything you need to know to photograph the night sky [...]
Imaging & Observing Group meeting
OnlineFor ASE members only We will have experienced amateur astronomer Martin Lewis with us for this meeting, showing us how he produces his amazing images of the planets. You can [...]
ASTEROIDS: How Love, Fear, and Greed will Determine our Future in Space
OnlineThe biggest industry that could come into being in space is the mining of the asteroids. Enabling this to happen will lead to a new flourishing of astronomy and planetary science (love), will protect Earth from dinosaur-killer asteroids (fear), and will lead to a time of material abundance (greed). I will discuss how this all may come about.