Armenian astronomers, journalists discuss science journalism developmentApril 17, 2011 - 17:34 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - On April 16, the Armenian Association of Astronomers organized a seminar on science journalism through the assistance of Byurakan observatory. The event brought together several dozens of Armenian journalists to discuss problems related to coverage and popularization of science, specifically, astronomy. The journalists familiarized themselves with achievements of modern astronomy, international cooperation in the field, as well as history of the Armenian astronomy and its current status. "Our main goal is to increase reputation of science and scientists," President of the Armenian Association of Astronomers Areg Mikaelyan said. He noted that scientists and journalists need to unite their efforts to this end. The seminar participants were also briefed on the history of Byurakan observatory and biography of its founder Viktor Hambardzumyan, one of the greatest scientists of 21st century. Besides, the journalists toured the observatory. "Hambardzumyan and Byurakan observatory are inseparably associated," said Director of Byurakan observatory Hayk Harutyunyan. Harutyunyan also briefed on the current programs and problems of the observatory. Top stories The number of state universities will be reduced from 23 to 8 by 2030, Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport Zhanna Andreasyan has said. From September 21 to November 11, a total of 2,820 Russians registered at a place of residence in Armenia, the police has said. The situation on the contact line between Karabakh and Azerbaijan was relatively stable overnight, the Defense Army says. Defense Minister Suren Papikyan has visited the southern Armenian province of Syunik, the Defense Ministry reported on March 18. Partner news | Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation. Azerbaijan must respect human rights, Scholz tells Aliyev German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has called for greater respect for human rights in Azerbaijan. Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year. Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. |