SMEC

Dunsink Event

DIAS In collaboration with the School of Cosmic Physics of the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies, the programme on Friday afternoon and evening will take place in Dunsink Observatory. This important historical site for Irish science, Astronomy and Astrophysics is inextricably linked with Sir William Rowan Hamilton. Visiting Dunsink Observatory, which is situated just under 12 km from DCU, offers participants a unique opportunity to combine science, history and education, in an interesting and relaxed setting.

The provisional programme for Dunsink is as follows:

15:30: Depart for Dunsink
Travel from DCU to Dunsink
16:00: Reception with teas & coffees
Solar Room - Luke Drury
16:30: Niall Smith
Blackrock Castle Observatory, Cork, Ireland,
Median Room

18:00: Talk on Dunsink & tour of facilities
Tom Ray
19:00: Dinner and close of conference
21:00: Observations
Dome - weather permitting
22:00: Event Conclusion

The cost of bus transfer and the meal is included in the conference fee.