Empowering Nepali Communities Through Astronomy | Suresh Bhattarai | TEDxKamal Pokhari

The talk highlights the challenges of load shedding in Nepal and the transformative power of astronomy beyond scientific discovery. The speaker emphasizes the importance of dark skies as a natural heritage and recounts significant events like the International Year of Astronomy 2009 and collaboration with Astro-photographers. He discusses efforts to promote astronomy education and combat light pollution. Challenges such as differentiating astronomy from astrology and encouraging naked eye observations are also addressed. Suresh Bhattarai is a renowned physicist and astrophysicist. His research interests span a wide spectrum of topics within the realm of astrophysics, including Planetary Science, Star Formation, Interstellar Medium(ISM), High Energy Astrophysics, Astrochemistry, and Astrobiology. His expertise extends beyond research, as he has actively engaged in astronomy outreach and education initiatives in Nepal, showcasing his passion for spreading scientific knowledge. He holds esteemed positions within international organizations, serving as a member of the International Board of the International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA) and the International Astronomy Olympiad (IOA). This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx Receive SMS online on sms24.me

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