ANU-NAOJ ULTIMATE-Subaru project collaboration selected as example of Partners in Excellence by Go8 Collaborating with the National Astronomical Observatory Japan (NAOJ), the ANU Advanced Instrumentation & Technology Centre (AITC) will build an innovative Laser Guide Star Adaptive Optics (LGS AO) system for the 8-metre optical-infrared Subaru Telescope in Hawaii, USA. Read more. RSAA Researcher, Professor Mark Krumholz, elected as Academy of Science 2024 Fellow for outstanding contribution to science. Find out more. RSAA PhD student awarded a 2024 NASA Hubble Fellowship Find out more PreviousNext Study Launch your career in astronomy and astrophysics at a world-class university. Discover programs that connect you with leading experts and advance your professional journey. Research The research at RSAA covers the full spectrum of astronomy and astrophysics, from planetary science and cosmology to cutting-edge instrumentation and theoretical studies. AITC The Advanced Instrumentation and Technology Centre pioneers the development of innovative instruments for astronomy and space science, shaping the future of the field. Mount Stromlo Observatory is turning 100 this year » Celebrate our 100th anniversary in 2024 with a variety of special events. Event highlight: Mount Stromlo Observatory 100th Anniversary Symposium Image News » Tuesday, 25 Jun 2024 ANU-NAOJ ULTIMATE-Subaru project collaboration selected as example of Partners in Excellence by Go8 The ULTIMATE-Subaru project has been selected by the Group of 8 Australia to feature as the first example of successful Australia-Japan research collaborations. Read the article Thursday, 23 May 2024 RSAA Researcher, Professor Mark Krumholz, elected as Australian Academy of Science 2024 Fellow for outstanding contribution to science The Australian Academy of Science announces 2024 Fellows for outstanding contributions to science. Read the article Wednesday, 24 Apr 2024 Professor Naomi McClure-Griffiths: Understanding the formation of galaxies Cosmos recently featured our very own Professor Naomi McClure-Griffiths and her work on understanding the atmosphere that is our galaxy and her journey, and beyond, to mapping a new arm of the Milky Way galaxy. Read the article Visit us Mount Stromlo ObservatorySiding Spring ObservatoryInformation for observersInformation for public Research stories » A night in the life of an AstronomerANU College of Science recently did a feature on RSAA Researcher, Dr Stefania Barsanti, observing on Australia's largest optical telescope, the… Read more Research Byte - Astrophysical flowsAstrophysical flows, which encompasses a wide range of dynamic phenomena like supernovae, accretion discs, and galactic outflows, are driven by… Read more Research Byte - Brain networks inspire the next generation of space communicationModelling optimal Australasian ground station networks Inspired by the brain for the next generation of space communication Read more Image Mount Stromlo Student Seminars 19 – 20 September 2024 » Celebrating the Mount Stromlo centenary with this year’s theme Yesteryears: A Century in Reflection. Events » 29 Jul 2024 | 4pm RSAA Seminar: Sabyasachi ChattopadhyayEarly commissioning results of the Slit Mask Integral Field Unit on Southern African Large Telescope (Astralis Seminar). View the event 30 Jul 2024 | 11am RSAA Colloquium: Dr Ellie Sansom (Curtin U.)A Global Fireball Observatory for planetary defence: a multidisciplinary approach. View the event 9 Aug 2024 | 7 - 9pm Mt. Stromlo Public Astronomy Night 2024Mount Stromlo Observatory in conjunction with the Canberra Astronomical Society invite you to attend our public observing nights of 2024. Come and see the craters of the moon, planets, and beautiful star clusters and nebulae. Object visibility will vary depending on the night. View the event Study » Undergraduate Honours Master of Science in Astronomy & Astrophysics PhD Courses Student projects Student profiles Scholarships Research » Research themes Research projects Research stories AITC » Capabilities Education Projects About » Director's welcome History & achievements Partnerships Observatories and telescopes People Information for observers Information for public Connect »NewsEventsSeminarsSupport usBecome a Friend of StromloEnquiries
