Science Workshops and Astronomy Events at The EONS Academy

Discover the wonders of the universe and broaden your horizons with The EONS Academy's science education workshops and astronomy events. Click MORE for further details.

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WHAT TO EXPECT
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DINO 101 – THE ULTIMATE DINOSAUR WORKSHOP
The study of ancient life via fossils is known as palaeontology. A palaeontologist is a scientist who explores past life via the study of fossils.

All non-avian dinosaurs died 66 million years ago, leaving just the birds. But did you know that birds are dinosaurs, not descendants of dinosaurs? All of this fascinating information is learned by palaeontologists.

It takes a long time to become a palaeontologist, but you may spend a day in the life of one if you choose The Dino 101 course. In this course, you will be taken on a quick tour of the world of dinosaurs, including their evolution, anatomy, behavioural adaptations, extinction, and more. There will, of course, be plenty of bones, teeth, and eggs.

What's included?

A. Lectures

B. Course notes

C. In-house Natural history exhibition

What will you learn in this course?

- Travelling exhibit: Museum quality fossils and casts – guided

- Build a dinosaur (activity)

- Trackway casting (activity)

- Excavate a bone (activity)


SOLAR OBSERVATION
The Sun is the primary energy source for life on earth; our Sun is a star at the centre of the Solar System. Have you ever wondered what our sun is made of and how it glows? This workshop helps you to understand the nature of the Sun, its Composition, Structure, Life phases and how it influences the very nature of space - and, in turn, the atmospheres of planets.

Astronomers and astrophysicists study the sun to learn more about others stars. The better we understand other stars, the more we know about the Milky Way. From there, we learn more about other galaxies, and in the end, we learn more about the universe.

You will learn how to observe the sun safely; it is essential only to observe it with safety protections. In this workshop, you will watch the sun using various observing methods.

What's included?

A. Solar observation session with a computerized telescope (9-inch Schmidt Cassegrain & 6-inch Newtonian reflector telescope)

B. Mobile Astrophotography

C. Safe Solar Observing Methods: Pinhole projection, Filtered Telescope, Optical Projection, Solar viewing goggles

D. Solar Photography

E. Lectures and observation

What will you learn in this course?

- Introduction to Astronomy

- All about the Sun: Formation, Composition, Structure, and Sun’s Life phases.

- Solar Photograph

- Safe Solar Observing Methods: Pinhole projection, Filtered Telescope, Optical Projection, Solar viewing goggles.


STARGAZING - THE ELEGANT UNIVERSE (EXPLORE THE NIGHT SKY EVENT)
The Universe Is Not Only Queerer Than We Suppose, But Queerer Than We Can Suppose - J. B. S. Haldane. Go on a journey exploring the universe and everything within it; immerse yourself in a deep-sky observation of Planets, distant stars, galaxies and nebulae, and be amazed by the details you will see through a powerful computerized telescope. You will be accompanied by an astronomer who will guide you throughout the session.

What's included?

A. Stargazing session with a computerized telescope (9.25-inch Schmidt Cassegrain)

B. Planets, Moon, Sun (available as solar observation), Stars, deep sky objects.

What will you learn in this course?

- Basics of Telescopes: Introduction, History and Working principle.

- Types of Telescopes: Reflector, Refractor, and Catadioptric.

- Types of Telescope Mounts: Alt Az, and EQ Mount.

- Hands-on Telescopes.

- Telescope Observation: Observation of various celestial objects such as Moon, Planets, Stars, Nebulae, Star Clusters, and Galaxies.(subject to weather and object’s availability)

***EONS Academy workshops and events take place throughout Dubai and Sharjah at the following locations: Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park (SRTIP), Knowledge Village Dubai, Al Mamzar Park and Al Qudra Lakes.***

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SCHEDULE & TIMINGS
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Feb 3, Fri
10am to 2pm -- Full-Day DINO + SOLAR Workshop at SRTIP, Sharjah
10am to 12pm -- Half-Day DINO 101 - The Ultimate Dinosaur Workshop at SRTIP, Sharjah
12pm to 2pm -- Half-Day SOLAR Observation Workshop at SRTIP, Sharjah

Feb 4, Sat
10am to 12pm -- Half-Day DINO 101 - The Ultimate Dinosaur Workshop at Knowledge Village, Dubai

Feb 10, Fri
10am to 2pm -- Full-Day DINO + SOLAR Workshop at SRTIP, Sharjah
10am to 12pm -- Half-Day DINO 101 - The Ultimate Dinosaur Workshop at SRTIP, Sharjah
12pm to 2pm -- Half-Day SOLAR Observation Workshop at SRTIP, Sharjah
7pm to 9pm -- Event: STARGAZING - The Elegant Universe at Al Qudra Lakes, Dubai

Feb 11, Sat
10am to 12pm -- Half-Day DINO 101 Workshop at Knowledge Village, Dubai
6pm to 8pm -- Event: STARGAZING - The Elegant Universe at Al Mamzar Park, Dubai

Feb 17, Fri
10am to 2pm -- Full-Day DINO + SOLAR Workshop at SRTIP, Sharjah
10am to 12pm -- Half-Day DINO 101 Workshop at SRTIP, Sharjah
12pm to 2pm -- Half-Day SOLAR Observation Workshop at SRTIP, Sharjah
7pm to 9pm -- Event: STARGAZING - The Elegant Universe at Al Qudra Lakes, Dubai

Feb 18, Sat
10am to 12pm -- Half-Day DINO 101 Workshop at Knowledge Village, Dubai
6pm to 8pm -- Event: STARGAZING - The Elegant Universe at Al Mamzar Park, Dubai

Feb 24, Fri
10am to 2pm -- Full-Day DINO + SOLAR Workshop at SRTIP, Sharjah
10am to 12pm -- Half-Day DINO 101 Workshop at SRTIP, Sharjah
12pm to 2pm -- Half-Day SOLAR Observation Workshop at SRTIP, Sharjah
7pm to 9pm -- Event: STARGAZING - The Elegant Universe at Al Qudra Lakes, Dubai

Feb 25, Sat
10am to 12pm -- Half-Day DINO 101 Workshop at Knowledge Village, Dubai
6pm to 8pm -- Event: STARGAZING - The Elegant Universe at Al Mamzar Park, Dubai

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ABOUT THE EONS ACADEMY
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The EONS Academy is an afterschool education service provider based in Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park. The Academy focuses on designing and conducting science education workshops, enrichments programs and public science outreach events in the UAE. The key fields they focus on are Astronomy, Palaeontology (with special focus on dinosaur biology), Geology, Genetics and Forensic Biology.