On the occasion of the “International Day of Women and Girls in Science”, the Equal Opportunities Office of RUB invites all female and non-binary members of RUB to an exciting lecture held in German at the Planetarium Bochum: On February 17, 2025 at 5:30 pm, Prof. Dr. Susanne Hüttemeister will give insights into the history and significant contributions of women in astronomy, starting from ancient times to modern astrophysics, under the title “Pickering's Computer and the Physics of the Stars”. As part of this event, Ms. Hüttemeister, professor at the Astronomical Institute of the Faculty of Physics and Astronomy at RUB and director of the Bochum Planetarium, will also introduce the stars above Bochum.
The event is organized as an excursion and offers a wonderful opportunity to get to know the planetarium in Bochum and to be inspired by the stories and achievements of the female pioneers of astronomy while gaining insights into the fascinating world of stars and planets.
The lecture is free of charge and offers participants the opportunity for networking.
We look forward to your participation and an inspiring evening at the Planetarium Bochum!
Registration deadline:
Working time regulations:
Participation in the event can include working hours - after agreement with your supervisor.
Yours sincerely
Central Equal Opportunities Office of RUB
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