Formed in 1890, the British Astronomical Association has an international reputation for the quality of its observational and scientific work. Membership is open to all persons interested in astronomy.
Objectives
The encouragement of all aspects of observational astronomy and the association of observers at all levels for mutual help.
The promotion of a general interest in astronomy for beginners as well as for the more advanced.
The circulation of current astronomical information and observational material.
The support of modern advanced techniques for observation, data handling and scientific presentation of results.
The presentation of medals and prizes in recognition of outstanding contributions to astronomy.
Robotic Telescope Coordinator
The BAA is looking to appoint a Robotic Telescope Coordinator who will support members in the use of remote observatories. A 'job spec' was published in the August 2008 Journal, and full details can be found on the I&I website.
Variable Star Observing Workshop, Edinburgh
The BAA Variable Star Section is organising a Variable Star Observing Workshop in Edinburgh on Saturday 18th October 2008.
The workshop will be held at the Royal Observatory, Edinburgh. And will last from 10.30 am to 4pm.
There will be a £10 charge which will include lunch.
Included in the day will be a short presentation by the RO of its Crawford collection.
All BAA members and variable star observers are welcome. Also welcome are members of astronomical societies and interested members of the public.
The solar eclipse of 2008 August 1 was well observed by BAA Members, with many travelling to China and Russia for totality. UK observers were able to see a partial eclipse.
The solar eclipse of 2008 August 1 was well observed by BAA Members, with many travelling to China and Russia for totality. UK observers were able to see a partial eclipse.
Tom Boles captured three new supernova discoveries on the 3rd of August, and followed these up with another on the 5th.
