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Author: donnachaod

Although a professional scientist, my astronomy interests are at the passionate amateur level. I believe strongly in science outreach and education. The best way to combat pseudo and anti-science lies is by knowing the truth. In my own little way, this little website is trying to fly the flag of scientific truth...in a fun way!!!

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March 6, 2022 donnachaod Uncategorized

Dublin as a capital city and Ireland as an innovative country with a long and proud history in scientific developments[…]

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Serious About Science

December 7, 2021 donnachaod Big Ideas

There are reports that the Government are planning to cancel the National Children’s Science Centre at a time when we[…]

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Full Blog Directory

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Movie Review: Frau im Mond (1929)

December 4, 2021 donnachaod Movie Review

Cards on the table here, I am a sucker for old black & white movies that depict the future. And[…]

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Movie Review: Moon (2009)

December 4, 2021 donnachaod Movie Review

This is an excellent piece of cinematography. It may not be to every one’s taste, but if you like Solaris[…]

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Movie Review: First Man (2018)

December 4, 2021 donnachaod Movie Review

This for me was one of The movies of 2018 and I say that as an ardent Marvel and Queen[…]

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Guide To Buying A Starter telescope

August 29, 2021 donnachaod How Does It Work?

A good telescope is a wonderful gift but where do you start? To buy a suitable starter telescope, it helps[…]

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Where Art And Astronomy Meet The Open Road

July 10, 2021 donnachaod Culture

An outdoor exhibition featuring astronomy photographs will hang at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) at 10 Burlington Road,[…]

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Ireland’s First Astronomers: Rethinking The Past

July 3, 2021 donnachaod Culture, History

The Great Mound: The great mound was built over 5,000 years ago, probably after the construction of Newgrange. The Great Mound[…]

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For All Mankind

October 7, 2020 donnachaod Big Ideas

Humanity is returning to the Moon, heading for Mars and from there….who knows? As someone who has always been fascinated[…]

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Image of the Month: This stunning photo of the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) including the dwarf galaxy M32 and M101 the pinwheel galaxy, was taken by fellow astronomer Andy McCrea. It was taken on Monday night December 6th 2021 in Bangor Co. Down. Tech Specs:Televue NP101, Skywatcher EQ8 mount, QHY 268c , 3 hours of 180 second exposures [Click to Enlarge]

A MUST listen-to for any fan of history, the Moon and adventure. The BBC's excellent podcast on Apollo 11: 13 Minutes To The Moon - Listen HERE

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