The National Institute for Astronomical Research and Geophysics in Egypt is organizing a series of events to observe the planet Saturn as it aligns with the sun on October 4, 2026. This event is part of the international initiative "100 Hours of Astronomy" and aims to promote astronomical awareness and education among the public, especially children and young people. The events will include observation sessions, educational activities, and workshops.
The events will take place in Cairo and other governorates across Egypt, with the participation of researchers and professors from various departments and regional centers of the institute. The program includes a range of activities, such as lectures, workshops, and observation sessions, designed to make astronomy accessible and engaging for the public. The events will also feature interactive activities and games to educate children about astronomy and space.
On October 2, 2026, the institute's Center for International Astronomy Education will participate in a unified Arab event to observe Saturn, with the participation of several Arab astronomical institutions and experts. The event will include observation sessions and educational activities, with the aim of promoting astronomical awareness and education among the Arab public.
The institute's researchers will conduct observation sessions from various locations, including the South Valley University in Qena and the regional center in New Valley. The observation sessions will be led by experts, including Dr. Ashraf Shaker, Dr. Mohamed Sadek, and Dr. Islam Jamal El-Husseiny, who will document the event and provide educational content to the public.
In addition to the observation sessions, the institute will also organize educational activities and workshops at the Children's Museum in Cairo, in collaboration with the museum's staff. The activities will include interactive games, lectures, and workshops designed to educate children about astronomy and space. The events will be led by experts, including Dr. Somaya Saad and Dr. Samah El-Eisawy.
The institute's events will also include educational activities at the Khalid bin Al-Walid Library in Cairo, in collaboration with the library's staff. The activities will include lectures, workshops, and interactive games designed to educate children and young people about astronomy and space. The events will be led by experts, including Dr. Ali Taki and Dr. Rauf Hassan.
The National Institute for Astronomical Research and Geophysics' events to observe Saturn aim to promote astronomical awareness and education among the public, especially children and young people. The events will provide opportunities for the public to engage with astronomy and space, and to learn about the latest developments in these fields. The institute's efforts to promote astronomy and space education are part of its mission to support scientific research and education in Egypt.
Key points
- The National Institute for Astronomical Research and Geophysics is launching a series of events to observe Saturn as it aligns with the sun on October 4, 2026.
- The events will include observation sessions, educational activities, and workshops designed to promote astronomical awareness and education among the public.
- The events will take place in Cairo and other governorates across Egypt, with the participation of researchers and professors from various departments and regional centers of the institute.
