Edita Stonkutė and Šarūnas MikolaitisFaculty of Physics, Vilnius University When using the material published on this page, a reference to the Molėtai Astronomical Observatory of the Faculty of Physics, Vilnius University, is required. We continue our story about scientific projects to which our Observatory’s** telescopes contributed in 2025. Stellar-mass black holes. What are these mysterious…
Our observatory is interested in a special class of stars known as RS CVn stars. Over the last year, two scientific publications were completed on this topic, based on our observations.
Workshop aims to provide an introduction to the fascinating world of tardigrades and their relevance in astrobiology. Through a combination of lectures and hands-on activities, participants will explore the biology of these microorganisms, known for their ability to survive extreme conditions, from freezing temperatures to exposure to the vacuum of space. Their role in astrobiological…
On May 22, a training session organized by the IAU – NASE (International Astronomical Union – Network for Astronomy School Education) will take place at Kaunas Jesuit Gymnasium (Rotušės Sq. 9, Kaunas). This is an educational initiative by the IAU aimed at helping teachers integrate astronomy into school curricula. NASE’s goal is to train teachers…