Center For Astrophysics Science Education

A national leader in the study of the nature of science learning-- researching & developing evidence-based STEM learning experiences.

[Center For Astrophysics Science Education @CfASciEd]

Mark your calendars! Cambridge Explores the Universe is back on October 25th at the Center for Astrophysics 🔭🪐☄️ #CETU2025

Register now for free: https://t.co/x2GoEUQtPk

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Join us in reaching for the stars! In YouthAstroNet young people explore the universe using remotely controlled robotic telescopes and easy-to-use image-processing software to enhance their own astronomical images. Learn more and get involved here: https://t.co/guoCLOlaaE

[Cosmic Data Stories @CosmicDataStory]

Our favorite day!  🪐🥳 This #NationalSpaceDay, check out the many ways you can experience space science data and imagery through Cosmic Data Stories! Use the link in our bio to learn more 🔗

[Cosmic Data Stories @CosmicDataStory]

Did you know that the NASA and Smithsonian @TEMPO_Mission measures air pollution at a neighborhood scale across North America on an hourly basis? Check out our #TEMPO data story to track yesterday’s #earthday nitrogen dioxide levels in your neighborhood! 🌎

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Teaching your students about the planetary alignment? The Planet Parade Data Story is an easy tool for finding the planets in the sky from any location! A short video with an overhead view of the solar system shows WHY all the planets are visible together https://t.co/zvi0eMMc2I

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Happy Holidays! ❄️☃️

If you are looking for something fun and exciting to do this holiday season, check out the winter 2025 NASA’s #AstrophotoChallenge! 🌌

https://t.co/8tb3GJnQOx

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TEMPO #AirQuality data is live and you can explore it yourself using a new data tool designed by our @CosmicDataStory colleagues!!

Check out the data here: https://t.co/v4dFYIFtH0

[TEMPO Mission @TEMPO_Mission]

Near real-time data of #AirPollution over our neighborhoods is here!
Our hourly daytime scans of North America’s atmosphere from coast to coast will help us better understand what’s in the air we breathe.
TEMPO data is publicly available.
Learn more: https://t.co/vFacMxpPAv

[MicroObservatory @MicroObs]

Cecilia Payne once said, “There is no joy more intense than that of coming upon a fact that cannot be understood in terms of currently accepted ideas.”
Learn more about how the unique access to MicroObservatory inspires YouthAstroNet Participants: https://t.co/3DF4hxS542

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Learn how you can use @MicroObs and @CosmicDataStory to engage audiences in using real tools and real data before, during, and after the upcoming eclipse.
Check out our latest #CosmicConversation on exciting resources for eclipse programming!
https://t.co/GtOIIyfyEU

[MicroObservatory @MicroObs]

🌟 Celebrating #WomensHistoryMonth with Annie Jump Cannon! 🌟
Unearthed glass plates reveal her groundbreaking work with stellar spectra, shaping modern astronomy. Let's honor her 44-year career and the progress of women in science. Capture the stars this week!

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We're hiring!
Seeking an Ed Specialist to support innovative digital content development for a range of astronomy learning tools & resources. Are you an educator w/ experience in developing multimedia content for diverse audiences? Apply by March 16th:
https://t.co/Qrv7yuA4VN

[MicroObservatory @MicroObs]

Curious about the cosmos?

Check out our recently published article introducing the #YouthAstroNet program at the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory (SAO) and learn more about its impact on student interest in #STEM careers.

🔭Ready to get involved? https://t.co/2Fv9JktO9A

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In our latest #CosmicConversation we spoke with Tim Rhue II from @SpaceTelescope about accessibility and what we can do to effect change within our organizations. Check out the conversation:

https://t.co/0v967aiGgw

[Cosmic Data Stories @CosmicDataStory]

Ready for the "Ring of Fire"🔥 annular eclipse on Oct 14th?

See how it will appear for you (or anyone else)?

Check out out latest @WWTelescope interactive here:
https://t.co/vLKwP0IKFE

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We've got fun for the whole family tomorrow September 30th 12-4pm at Cambridge Explores the Universe for @CambSciFest! Meet our Scientists, get behind the scenes access & tour the universe all at the @CenterForAstro.

https://t.co/Aufuu1ON7J

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Did you know you can meet scientists from @chandraxray, @giantmagellan, @MinorPlanetCtr and more this Saturday at Cambridge Explores the Universe?! Don't miss your chance to ask them all of your burning questions about the universe! #CSF2023

https://t.co/Aufuu1ON7J

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We're so excited for Cambridge Explores the Universe to be back and in person for #CambridgeScienceFestival this Saturday! 70+ researchers, scientists and staff from the @CenterForAstro will be there to share the latest and greatest news from the Universe. @CambSciFest

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Come visit us, and the @CenterForAstro, this Saturday Sept. 30 for Cambridge Explores the Universe! Explore the wonder of the universe at this out-of-this-world astronomy extravaganza. Meet researchers, scientists, & staff, and even tour our telescopes!

https://t.co/Aufuu1Ofib

[Center For Astrophysics Science Education @CfASciEd]

Come visit us, and the @CenterForAstro, this Saturday Sept. 30 for Cambridge Explores the Universe! Explore the wonder of the universe at this out-of-this-world astronomy extravaganza. Meet researchers, scientists, & staff, and even tour our telescopes!

https://t.co/Aufuu1Ofib

[Center For Astrophysics Science Education @CfASciEd]

Our latest Cosmic Conversation is now available! Hear Darryl Venter, from the Muskogee STEAM Center, talk about how they've been establishing and supporting a regional network of #Astronomy Clubs.

https://t.co/x4z1e9RupB

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Come join our team! We're hiring an Education Specialist to provide educational, research, content development and digital-media production support to our Science Education Department of the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory. #hiring #jobopening
https://t.co/04KvMCSpfe