Nepal Astronomical Society
Nepal Astronomical Society | |
| Founder | Suresh Bhattarai |
|---|---|
| Founded at | Kathmandu |
| Type | Non-profit |
| Legal status | Running |
| Purpose | Astronomy Outreach and Research |
| Headquarters | Kathmandu, Nepal |
| Website | www |
The Nepal Astronomical Society (NASO) is a Nepali learning and progressing society of professional astronomers and other interested individuals, headquartered in Kathmandu, Nepal.[1] The primary objective of NASO is to promote the advancement of astronomy, astrophysics and other closely related branches of science through various outreach and educational activities, while the secondary purpose includes enhancing the research in astronomy and astrophysics and providing a helpful and knowledgeable platform for members through its various activities.[2] Its current mission is to enhance and share the knowledge of astronomy, astrophysics and humanity's scientific understanding of the universe.It is creating opportunities for the students for the study of astronomy and astrophysics.It has been organising different programmes like :-
- All Nepal Asteroid Search Campaign
- National Astronomy Olympiad, etc
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References
- ^ "NASO calls in applications for Women in Science Award 2018". The Himalayan Times. March 3, 2018.
- ^ "NASO to present paper on Space Science Outreach and Capacity Building in Nepal'". myRepublica. September 3, 2017.