Scientific Bodies
As the leading organization that promotes Astronomy
as a field of study in the Philippines, scientific bodies were created
within the society to foster the development of
specialized fields.
Scientific Divisions
- Division on Sun & Heliosphere
- Division on Astronomy
Education & Development
Division on Sun & Heliosphere
The sun is the nearest star
to our planet and responsible for sustaining life on
earth.
Director : James Kevin Ty
Scientific Adviser : Fr.
Daniel J. McNamara, SJ, PhD - Assistant Director for
Research, Manila Observatory
A. Commission on
Solar
Activity
Sunspot data are submitted
to the society through the Commission on Solar
Activity.
Observers use relatively small telescopes in monitoring
daily sunspot activity, either through projection or
direct observation method. Data from observers are then used
to calculate for the daily Philippine Sunspot Numbers
(Wolf Number) and Group Sunspot Numbers.
Chair : Raymund John Ang
B. Commission on Eclipses
Eclipses happen when either
the moon or the earth lies between the path of the
sunlight. When the moon is in front of the earth,
covering the sun, it is called a solar eclipse. When the
earth is between the moon and the sun, such that the
earth casts its shadow on the moon, it is known as a
lunar eclipse.
Chair : James Kevin Ty
Division on Astronomy Education & Development
The society is strongly
engaged in both formal education and outreach programs
through partnership with academic institutions and
agencies.
Director : Dr. Jesus
Rodrigo F. Torres - Chair, Department of Astronomy,
Rizal Technological University
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