Welcome to the Greek National Committee for Astronomy

The Greek National Committee for Astronomy (GNCA) is the official advisory panel to the Government for all matters relevant to Astronomical and Astrophysical research. The Committee is nominated by the General Secretariat for Research and Technology (GSRT)

International Year of Astronomy 2009

The International Year of Astronomy 2009 is a global effort initiated by the International Astronomical Union and UNESCO to help the citizens of the world rediscover their place in the Universe through the day- and night-time sky, and thereby engage a personal sense of wonder and discovery.

Vision

Everyone should realise the impact of astronomy and other fundamental sciences on our daily lives, and understand how scientific knowledge can contribute to a more equitable and peaceful society. IYA2009 activities will take place locally, nationally, regionally and internationally. National Nodes have been formed in each country to prepare activities for 2009. These nodes will establish collaborations between professional and amateur astronomers, science centres and science communicators to prepare activities for 2009. Already now, 129 countries are involved and well over 140 are expected to participate eventually.

Greece's national node website is available at: www.astronomy2009.gr