"Sharjah Space and Astronomy" celebrates the anniversary of its landing on the moon

The Academy of Space Sciences and Astronomy and Astronomy of Sharjah University, Sharjah, celebrated the 50th anniversary of its landing on the moon as part of the Apollo 11 mission, in cooperation with the Journal of Science and Science and its strategic partner Dubai Future Foundation.
The Academy has hosted a host of students, researchers, professors, astronauts and astronomers at a rich and informative event that promotes the concept of the history of the city. 39, space exploration and the Apollo program.
The event was launched highlighting the importance of the celebration and the progress made by humanity to land on the moon, including the planning of missiles and its crews, the technical challenges and the scientific importance of this project .
He said d. Ilyas Fernini, deputy director of the Academy of Research Laboratories and Sharjah Observatory, said his goal was to raise awareness of the importance of the space sector and astronomical scientific culture, to develop qualified national human resources in this field, to promote scientific research in astronomy and the development of peaceful space techniques, as well as the development of local and international partnerships, in accordance with the vision of His Highness Sheikh, Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, member of the Supreme Council and Sovereign of Sharjah, President of Sharjah University.
It is also qualified to become one of the world's leading space and astronomy centers, and includes five specialized research laboratories, unique astronomical observatories in the United Arab Emirates and the region, and a modern celestial dome. attracts students, researchers and amateurs.
"Our goal is to try to inspire young people and simplify their science in clear language, which prompted us to organize this event in partnership with the academy," Saad Lutfi said. , editor of Public Science Science.
The event included an exhibition on landing on the moon, a film with original images, a contest and activities for the public, a conference on the Apollo program and other missions. Space exploration, a planetarium and an observatory of planets and stars at the Sharjah Observatory.