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23rd AstroDay inspires keiki through science and stars

The 23rd annual AstroDay shared the wonders of science with keiki and their families through hands-on activities, displays and demonstrations.

If confirmed, the 148780 Altjira system could change how scientists understand the formation of objects in a distant region of the solar system.

A UH telescope discovered the “city-killer” size asteroid in December.

The Institute for Astronomy plays a central role in planetary defense, operating some of the world’s most advanced asteroid-tracking telescopes.

UH astronomer Jonathan Williams helped capture images of exocomet belts using the Submillimeter Array on Maunakea.

The free event featured hands-on demonstrations and displays related to astronomy, robotics and natural sciences.

Using the Keck Observatory on Maunakea, astronomers uncovered the largest pair of black hole jets ever observed.

IfA alumna Megan Ansdell is one of the leading scientists for NASA’s future space telescope geared toward searching for Earth-like planets.

Site work for the decommissioning of the Caltech Submillimeter Observatory was completed in June.

The historic decommissioning of UH Hilo’s Hōkū Keʻa Observatory was completed in May 2024, and the area will be monitored over the next three years.