Young astronomers' international school closes in Armenia’s Byurakan

The Fourth International Summer School for Young Astronomers hosted its closing ceremony in the town of Byurakan (Aragatsotn region) on Sarturday.

According to a press release by the Armenian Astronomical Society, the event was held as part of the celebrations dedicated to the 1,400 anniversary of the great Armenian mathematician, astronomer and philosopher, Anania Shirakatsi. In final days of the summer school. the young participants delivered their own reports, in addition to attending the lectures and practical trainings.

The students and young astronomers introduced their theses and research activities. They were also given a chance to watch stars through small telescopes. On Friday, September 21, the school hosted its traditional dinner party. The closing ceremony saw the young scholars sum up the results of their activities and exchange opinions. They also watched a photo exhibition and were given certificates. Later in the day, the participants visited Yerevan. Highly impressed by their tour, they are leaving for their home countries later today or tomorrow.