SAASST News (396)
UAEMMN Observation Report Leonids Meteor Shower Peak 2023
The Leonids meteor shower originates from the remnants of Comet Tempel-Tuttle and is active from Nov 6 to the 30th.
Ajman University Students Visit the Sharjah Optical Observatory
On the enchanting evening of November 20, 2023, a group of students from Ajman University embarked on a captivating journey to the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology.
The Future of Asteroid Exploration by Mrs. Maryam Sharif
Mrs. Maryam Sharif, a research scientist from the Meteorite Center at the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology, presented on Nov. 22, 2023, a seminar under the title "The Future of Asteroid Exploration."
SAASST Graduates Last Batch of IAESTE Students
The last three IAESTE students gave their final presentation on Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2023, at the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology. The students are:
Attendees of UNESCO Chair Conference Visit SAASST
The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology had, on November 21, 2023, the visit of a cohort of distinguished scholars attending the 1st International Conference of UNESCO Chair on Science Diplomacy and Scientific Heritage.
Farewell to Ms. Arzoo Noorani
Ms. Arzoo Noorani bid a heartfelt farewell to the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology on Nov. 23, 2023, leaving an indelible mark on the institution after dedicating more than two years in the Radio Astronomy Laboratory.
SAASST 14th AUASS Participation
The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology (SAASST) participated with several papers in the 14th Arab Union for Astronomy and Space Sciences (AUASS) conference held in Sharjah from Nov. 13-16, 2023.
SAASST Dubai Air Show Participation
The 18th Dubai Air Show (Nov. 13-17, 2023) proved to be an exhilarating showcase of cutting-edge aerospace technologies and innovations, attracting participants and enthusiasts from around the globe.
1st MENA Solar Conference UAE – Dubai
The 1st Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Solar Conference 2023 (MENA – SC), the largest scientific platform for solar experts and researchers in MENA, is an influential event organized by DEWA Innovation Centre, a part of the MBR Solar Park to promote research and innovation in the field of solar energy.
Space and Entrepreneurship
Eng. Maryam Alansaari, along with Eng. Fatima Alketbi from the SAASST CubeSat Lab, was invited to attend the recent Space and Entrepreneurship event hosted by the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) to celebrate "Space Month" on Nov. 02, 2023.
Sharjah-Sat-1 Picture of the UAE
Date: October 31, 2023
Second IAESTE SAASST Graduate
During the past six years, the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology (SAASST) has opened its doors to international students from the International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience (IAESTE).
A delegation from Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia Visits
A delegation from the Universiti Tun Hussein Onn (UTHM) from Malaysia visited the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology on Nov. 02, 2023.
First IAESTE SAASST Graduate
During the past six years, the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology (SAASST) has opened its doors to international students from the International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience (IAESTE).
SAASST IAC 2023 Participation Seminar
The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology made a remarkable mark at the 74th International Astronautical Congress held in Baku, Azerbaijan, from Oct. 2 to 6th, 2023.
The UAEMMN Orionids Meteor Shower Report
The Orionids are one of two meteor showers originating from the debris of comet Halley, which takes 76 years to orbit the Sun. This Meteor shower earned its name because it appears to originate or radiate from the same region of the sky as the constellation Orion.
A Lecture on the Transmission of Islamic Astronomical Knowledge to Copernicus By Prof. Mashhad Al-Allaf
The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology (SAASST), in collaboration with the Sharjah International Foundation for the History of Arab and Muslim Sciences (SIFHAMS), organized a talk by Prof. Mashhad Al-Allaf, a Professor of History and Philosophy of Sciences (American University of Ras Al Khaimah).
SAASST Attends GITEX Global 2023
On Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2023, a delegation (Eng. Yousuf Faroukh, Eng. Ahmed Al-Tunaiji, Eng. Abdulrahman Suleiman, Eng. Mohamed Alzarooni, Eng. Ali Almajedi, and Mrs. Anoud Alzaabi) from the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences and Technology (SAASST) visited the Gulf Information Technology Exhibition (GITEX) taking place at the Dubai World Trade Centre in UAE.
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Prof. Salama Dawood, President of Al-Azhar University, Visits SAASST
The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology received, on Oct. 16, 2023, the courtesy visit of Prof. Salama Dawood, the President of the prestigious Al-Azhar University. Prof. Salama was accompanied by Dr. Mahmoud Sedik, Vice-President of Postgraduate and Research, and Prof. Mohamed Galal, the Dean of the College of Engineering.
Prof. Danielle Wood from MIT Visits SAASST
The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology welcomed, on Oct. 11, 2023, the visit of Professor Danielle Wood, Assistant Professor in the Program in Media Arts & Sciences at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Prof. Wood also holds a joint appointment in the MIT Department of Aeronautics & Astronautics.
SAASST Attended ADIPEC 2023
On Thursday, Oct. 05, 2023, a delegation (Eng. Ahmed Al-Tunaiji, Eng. Abdulrahman Suleiman, and Eng. Ali Almajedi) from the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences and Technology (SAASST) visited the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition & Conference (ADIPEC 2023).
SAASST Participates in STEM Major Exploration Fair organized by Amideast
On Wednesday, Oct. 04, 2023, Eng. Abdulrahman Sulaiman from the CubeSat Lab and Eng. Ahmed Altunaiji from the Rocket Propulsion and Exhaust System Lab (RPESL) represented the SAASST research laboratories in the STEM Major Exploration Fair organized by Amideast and sponsored by BOEING.
Strong Participation of SAASST in the 74th International Astronautical Congress (Baku, Azerbaijan)
The Sharjah Academy of Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology (SAASST) made a remarkable mark at the 74th International Astronautical Congress held in Baku, Azerbaijan (Oct. 02-06, 2023), showcasing their significant contribution to the field of space exploration.
An Introduction to Radio Astronomy by Abdollah Masoud
Eng. Abdollah Masoud from the “Radio Astronomy Lab” at the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology (SAASST) gave a lecture on Oct. 04, 2023, under the title “An Introduction to Radio Astronomy.” This is part of the World Space Week 2023 celebration organized by SAASST.