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NAC2026 Poster Prizes Awarded

Sixty-five posters at the NAC 2026, but only one can win the famous NAC Dodecahedron for the best poster. This years first, second and third place winners are: 1. Alexandra Moroianu 2. Niels...

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Katrien Kolenberg wins Willem de Graaff Prize 2026 for astronomical science communication

The Flemish astronomer Katrien Kolenberg has won the Willem de Graaff Prize for astronomical science communication 2026. Prof. Kolenberg was presented with the prize, which includes a monetary...

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NAC2026 is here!

NAC2026 is happening! 259 registrations, a fantastic programme, stormy weather, an excellent key note by Prof. Mariska Kret on emotions in humans and animals, and loads of good vibes. A huge thank...

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NAC 2026 is just around the corner

From May 11 to 13, researchers will gather at Hotel Zuiderduin in Egmond aan Zee for three days of science and exchange. Alongside the scientific programme, the conference offers space to connect,...

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NAC2026 -- Save the Date

It is with pleasure that we would like to announce that the upcoming NAC 2026 will be organised by SRON and will take place during: 11 - 13 May 2026 In Hotel Zuiderduin, Egmond aan Zee More...

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Asteroid P20068/PeterBarthel

On occasion of his stepping-down as the 26th chair of the Society, the Board nominated that an asteroid be named for Peter Barthel in recognition of his contributions to astronomy and to the...

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P12639/tonkoopman

Op 23 december 2024 vond een feestelijke bijeenkomst plaats in de Waalse Kerk in Haarlem, mede mogelijk gemaakt door de KNA/RNAS. Aan de befaamde organist en dirigent Ton Koopman werd het IAU...

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