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Academic unit: Institute of Astrophysics

Discover in UC news how the Institute of Astrophysics, through the Bachelor's in Astronomy, Master's in Astrophysics, and PhD in Astrophysics, explores the mysteries of the universe with scientific rigor.


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Why solar eclipses are important to science?

Araucanía will be the scenery of one of the most captivating Astronomy events: an eclipse. For two minutes, the sky will darken completely, revealing only a…

a man and woman are silhouetted in front of a solar eclipse

Astronomer Jay M. Pasachoff explains everything about eclipses in the next Golden Webinar.

Astronomer Jay M. Pasachoff is uniquely positioned to share recent scientific work related to eclipses, international coordination of observations, and plans.

Galaxy - Credit: NASA and the Hubble Heritage Team STSci/AURA

Golden Webinars in Astrophysics series continues presenting ground-breaking ideas!

The 'Golden Webinars in Astrophysics' series brings you forefront research from scientists, who have significantly contributed to astronomy, astrophysics, and…