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SUMMARY:Keith Moseley - Astronomical Bits and Pieces
DESCRIPTION:A selection of short talks\, some of which are audience participation via little quizzes.Note: The speaker will be presenting this remotely via zoom. \n\n\n\n\n– Meteorites and Craters– Astronomical Rogues– Bigger\, more massive? Eris or Pluto?– Photographing Transient Astronomical Events \n\n\n\nDr Keith Moseley FRAS\, C Phys\, M Inst P\, Brief bio:Former Head of Physics\, Monmouth School 1983-2015\, Associate Lecturer in Astronomy\, Open University 1989-2014 and Astronomy Tutor\, Cardiff University Department of Lifelong Learning 1996-2019.Set up Monmouth Astronomical Research Society (MARS) in 2003 and chair\, on and off. Appearances on Reach out Touch Space and Space Oddities as well as a BBC documentary about schools in Wales and NASA \,called ‘2001: A Welsh Space Odyssey’.Hobbies include photography\, entomology\, history and collecting old books.
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/dr-lucie-green-the-sun-and-solar-orbiter/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton & Zoom (Speaker remote via Zoom)\, Room MA030\, Wulfruna Building\, Wulfruna Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241007T213000
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SUMMARY:AGM followed by Laura Shell - Solar Eclipse 2024 Trip
DESCRIPTION:AGM followed by Laura Shell – Solar Eclipse 2024 Trip
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/agm-followed-by-laura-shell-solar-eclipse-2024-trip/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton & Zoom\, Room MA030\, Wulfruna Building\, Wulfruna Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:AGM,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240923T193000
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SUMMARY:David Harris lecture. Cath Adams - My astrophotography journey using smart devices.
DESCRIPTION:This talk will take you on a tour of many popular night sky objects using images captured with smart phones and the latest Smart Telescopes\, the SeeStar S50 and the Vaonis Vespera II.
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/david-harris-lecture-cath-adams-tbc/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton & Zoom\, Room MA030\, Wulfruna Building\, Wulfruna Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240909T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240909T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20240706T114456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T213954Z
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SUMMARY:Don Pollacco - The Digital Telescope
DESCRIPTION:The Digital Telescope (DT) is a large array of small stationary telescopes which\, in essence\, produce a movie- like data stream of the entire visible sky.
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/don-pollacco-the-digital-telescope/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton & Zoom\, Room MA030\, Wulfruna Building\, Wulfruna Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240703T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240710T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20240618T163823Z
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SUMMARY:WOW 9 - WolvAS Observing Week
DESCRIPTION:This is our summer observing event where we travel to rural Shropshire to take advantage of the darker skies.Whilst it gets dark rather late at night and there isn’t true astronomical darkness\, there are a range of astronomical targets that can only be seen at this time of year. \n\n\n\nFollowing the success of our previous WOW events\, we are continuing with the extended format include a few days either side of the weekend. (The new moon is on Friday the 5th of July). \n\n\n\nArrive on or after Wednesday the 3rd of September. Leave on or before Wednesday 10th of September. \n\n\n\nThis is primarily a residential event for tents\, caravans and campervans\, however members who don’t want to stay overnight are welcome to attend for just an evening’s observing. The visitors fee is £5 \n\n\n\nThere is no obligation to come for the whole event\, so you are welcome to come and go as you please for as many nights as you wish. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFull details can be found on our Members Forum or be emailing the Vice President (email address on the poster).
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/wow-9-wolvas-observing-week/
LOCATION:Brow Farm\, Ratlinghope\, SY5 0SR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Observing Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240617T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240617T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20230806T155309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T150342Z
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SUMMARY:Professor Chris Lintott - Our Accidental Universe
DESCRIPTION:Professor Chris Lintott\, astrophysicist\, author and broadcaster presents this years lecture held in memorial of former Wolvas president Paul Pope. \n\n\n\nExploring a cosmos as vast as ours is bound to result in a few surprises. In this talk\, Chris Lintott (BBC Sky at Night/University of Oxford) explains how astronomers stumble across their discoveries. From the rich diversity of worlds in our Solar System to the edge of the observable universe\, he will explain what we know about the cosmos is usually the result of happenstance. Along the way\, we get a whistle-stop tour of cutting edge science and encounter sometimes profound\, sometimes amusing but always thought-provoking stories from astronomy’s past. There will also be at least one picture of penguins. \n\n\n\nTo attend this event in person you will require a FREE ticket\, 1 per person attending: \n\n\n\nClick here to book your FREE tickets using Ticket Tailor \n\n\n\nNote: This event is also live streamed over Zoom for Society Members\, no ticket is needed for this. \n\n\n\nThe talk will be in the Millennium City Building Theatre (MC001).Access is via the Rosalind Franklin Building entranceStafford StreetWolverhamptonWV1 1LY
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/tba-the-paul-pope-memorial-lecture/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton Millennium City Building & Zoom\, Millennium City Building\, via Rosalind Franklin Building entrance\, Stafford Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Paul Pope Lecture,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240520T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240520T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20240426T123246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T124121Z
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SUMMARY:Christine Rodrigue\, Ph.D - Geography of Mars
DESCRIPTION:The Geography of Mars\, creating a Mental Map of Martian Landscapes. Mental maps are nested constructs\, with smaller areas fitting into larger ones\, each level filling in with details as people study maps\, travel around\, read\, watch movies and shows\, and hear news.  Geographers are fascinated by these nested mental structures and there’s a long cottage industry in systematizing such pedagogical schemes for the whole planet\, often called the “orders of relief.” \n\n\n\nThe talk will include a bit about how I wound up on Mars from a career in hazards and biogeography.  NASA had gotten wind of one of my hazards projects\, the use of the then-new Internet to organize a massive protest against the launch of the Cassini-Huygens mission to the Saturnian system (plutonium on board).  In 2001\, they invited me to present this to five of their centres and then asked if I would follow the similar controversies boiling up against the planned Mars Sample Return Lander. I agreed and started studying Mars to acquire the background for that project. 
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/christine-rodrigue-ph-d-geography-of-mars/
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240513T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240513T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
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SUMMARY:John Thatcher - The James Webb Space Telescope At Work
DESCRIPTION:The talk will provide a basic understanding of JWST and why it looks the way it does along with a look at some of the results obtained during the first year of science observations. \n\n\n\nJohn retired in May 2013 after over 30 years working in the space industry\, mainly involved in spacecraft engineering and project management. He began his career as an aerothermodynamicist at Rolls-Royce Aero Engines in Derby.  He also worked briefly in the nuclear power industry before joining what was then British Aerospace at Stevenage working on communication satellites.  \n\n\n\nDuring his career ‘in space’ he has been fortunate to have worked on most aspects of spacecraft engineering covering design\, development\, manufacture\, integration\, test\, launch and operations of communication and scientific missions\, including the industrial management of the Beagle 2 Mars lander project in its early years. For the last decade at work John was the European Consortium Project Manager for the Mid-Infrared Instrument on the James Webb Space Telescope managing it through to delivery to NASA in 2012 and still in contact with the team operating the instrument.
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/john-thatcher-jwst/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton & Zoom\, Room MA030\, Wulfruna Building\, Wulfruna Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240415T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240415T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20230806T155755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T110616Z
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SUMMARY:Damian Hardwick - Sir Bernard Lovell & His Telescope
DESCRIPTION:During his time as director of Jodrell Bank\, Sir Bernhard Lovell turned a patch of Cheshire countryside into one of the worlds leading radio observatories. \n\n\n\nIn this talk we take a look at the origins and scientific career of a man described as the great pioneer of radio astronomy. He is most memorable for constructing the telescope that is named after him\, which is one of the great icons of twentieth century technology\, and a marvel of modern engineering.
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/damian-hardwick-sir-bernard-lovell-his-telescope/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton & Zoom\, Room MA030\, Wulfruna Building\, Wulfruna Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240413T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240413T220000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
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SUMMARY:Stargazing from Coalbrookdale
DESCRIPTION:Discover the wonders of the universe at this spectacular stargazing experience in Coalbrookdale. \n\n\n\nLearn about astronomy and the use of telescopes to identify celestial objects. Then have the opportunity to see the hidden wonders of the night sky for yourself. \n\n\n\nEvent attendees are advised to dress according to the weather and the nature of the activity. \n\n\n\nPlease note\, if the weather is unsuitable on the day\, the telescopes will be set up in the Covered Bays and Wolverhampton Astronomical Society Members will deliver a talk instead. \n\n\n\nFree parking for PASS PLUS holders and Friends does not apply for this event. Specific event parking required.  \n\n\n\nInspired by the theme of our upcoming temporary exhibition\, this event will be led by stargazing experts from the Wolverhampton Astronomical Society and is suitable for both adults and children. \n\n\n\nLocation: The Green\, Coalbrookdale (opposite The Old Furnace) \n\n\n\nStargazing from Coalbrookdale (ironbridge.org.uk)
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/stargazing-from-coalbrookdale/
LOCATION:Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron\, Coach Rd\, Telford\, Shropshire\, TF8 7DQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Observing Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240318T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240318T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20230806T155442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T151636Z
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SUMMARY:Steve Tonkin - Right Light At Night
DESCRIPTION:Light Pollution was first identified as a problem by astronomers\, but its consequences reach far wider. It is now widely recognised that artificial light at night\, especially bright white light\, can have profoundly negative effects on human health\, and this is just the tip of an iceberg of harm. The effects on wildlife have been devastating\, leading directly to the death of millions of birds each year and being the major driver of the insect apocalypse (studies suggest that 40% of insects will be extinct within the next few decades).  \n\n\n\nThe solutions are at hand\, are simple to implement\, will have a net saving (of money\, energy use and carbon emissions) and will not compromise security or our ability to safely work\, travel and play at night. We need to act now before it is too late. 
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/steve-tonkin-right-light-at-night/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton & Zoom\, Room MA030\, Wulfruna Building\, Wulfruna Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240304T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240304T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20230806T160219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T111307Z
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SUMMARY:Zoom Chat Meeting
DESCRIPTION:THE PLANNED TALK FOR THIS DATE HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO TECHNICAL ISSUES. \n\n\n\nPLEASE DO NOT TURN UP AT THE UNIVERISTY OF WOLVERHAMPTON – NOTHING IS TAKING PLACE THERE. \n\n\n\nThere will be a members only ‘Zoom Chat Meeting’ held instead. All members will receive an email with the Zoom event details.
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/members-evening-tba/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240219T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240219T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20230806T155037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T151515Z
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SUMMARY:Paul Fellows - Quark Stars and Strange Matter
DESCRIPTION:The usual story told of the end stage of giant stars is that they either finish up as a neutron star or collapse completely to a black hole. However\, in this talk Paul looks at the possibility for other extremely exotic forms of matter which may add to the picture – and how the latest observations seem to back up these ideas. \n\n\n\nPaul chairs the Cambridge Astronomical Association. He presents the open evenings at the University of Cambridge and is frequently invited as guest speaker by Cunard line on board the Queen Mary 2 and other ships.  \n\n\n\nGraduating from the University of Cambridge Master’s degrees in Natural Sciences a post-graduate degree in Computer Science\, he is an elected Fellow of both the Royal Astronomical Society and the Institute of Engineering and Technology. Twice a winner of the Queen’s award for Technology he was recently presented a lifetime innovation award by Emmanuel College Cambridge.  \n\n\n\nHis talks are aimed to appeal to people of all levels from the complete beginner who wants to know where to start\, yet hopefully adding something even for the more knowledgeable
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/tba-2/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton & Zoom\, Room MA030\, Wulfruna Building\, Wulfruna Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240205T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240205T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20230806T154841Z
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SUMMARY:Paul Money - Wonders of Our Universe
DESCRIPTION:Take a tour of what lies beyond our solar system in our Milky Way Galaxy and to the far reaches of our Universe. \n\n\n\nNOTE: The speaker will be presenting this talk remotely\, via Zoom and will not be attending in-person at the University of Wolverhampton.
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/paul-money-tba/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton & Zoom (Speaker remote via Zoom)\, Room MA030\, Wulfruna Building\, Wulfruna Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240122T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240122T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20230806T153807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T174412Z
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SUMMARY:Mark McIntyre - Meteors: An Observers Guide 
DESCRIPTION:Mark will cover three areas\, what they are\, why we are interested in them\, and how to observe visually\, with a camera\, by radio and by video\, wrapping up with the latest on meteorite falls in the UK. \n\n\n\nNOTE: The speaker will be presenting this talk remotely\, via Zoom and will not be attending in-person at the University of Wolverhampton.
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/mark-mcintyre-meteors/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton & Zoom (Speaker remote via Zoom)\, Room MA030\, Wulfruna Building\, Wulfruna Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240116T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240116T220000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20240103T152934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T152936Z
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SUMMARY:Members Observing Event
DESCRIPTION:The Society has arranged an evening of observing at Trysull Village Hall on Tuesday 16th January 2024 at 7:30pm.The car park has space for our cars along with room to set up your telescope/camera. Please park considerately to allow room for everyone.The hall will be open should you wish to sit in the warm.Tea and Coffee will be available\, donations on the night will be most appreciated to cover costs.Should the weather be cloudy we can use the hall for a show and tell evening.Members can bring along any of their astro equipment and people should be able to advise on use etc.Inside the hall there will be:> Smart telescope demonstration & slideshow> Telescope Collimation demonstration> Vintage astronomy book display and the Society Book Shop> Tea\, coffee and biscuits \n\n\n\nNon-members are welcome to attend at as cost of £2\, alternatively you may join on the night at a cost of £10 for full membership.
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/members-observing-event/
LOCATION:Trysull Village Hall\, Trysull Village Hall\, School Road\, Trysull\, Wolverhampton\, WV5 7HR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240108T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240108T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20230806T154454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T144158Z
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SUMMARY:Steve Barrett - End Of Everything
DESCRIPTION:Although it took only three minutes to make our Universe (see ‘Beginning of Everything’ given to Wolvas in Jan 2021) it will take more than a trillion trillion years for it to come to an end. This talk looks at what will happen to the Earth\, the Sun and the galaxy on timescales ranging from thousands of years to eternity. \n\n\n\nNOTE: The speaker will be presenting this talk remotely\, via Zoom and will not be attending in-person at the University of Wolverhampton.
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/steve-barrett-end-of-everything/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton & Zoom (Speaker remote via Zoom)\, Room MA030\, Wulfruna Building\, Wulfruna Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231214T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231214T230000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
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SUMMARY:Geminids Meteor Shower
DESCRIPTION:If the weather and cloud permits\, we will be observing the Geminids meteor shower at the Society’s observatory site. \n\n\n\nWe aim to arrive around 6:30pm and will stay until around 11pm\, subject to cloud of course. \n\n\n\nPlease ensure you bring a chair and adequate clothing\, especially hats and gloves\, as it gets very cold just sitting outdoors. \n\n\n\nIf you have not had the induction for the observatory site\, please contact Steve at vice.president @ wolvas.org.uk
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/geminids-meteor-shower/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231204T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231204T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20230806T153634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T151014Z
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SUMMARY:Gary Palmer - The Sun: An Introduction to Solar Imaging 
DESCRIPTION:Gary Palmer is a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society and Assistant Director of the Equipment and Technical Section of the British Astronomical Association. Gary has been interested in Astronomy since childhood and now works as a professional in the industry giving talks across the globe\, he is widely regarded as one of the best Solar Imagers in the world\, over the years he has amassed an incredible collection of solar images.  \n\n\n\nIn his talk Gary will talk about the Sun itself\, explaining the different features that can be observed such as Sunspots and Solar Flares. You will learn how you can get started in Solar Imaging\, the equipment you need and how to achieve the best results. 
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/gary-palmer-astro-imaging/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton & Zoom\, Room MA030\, Wulfruna Building\, Wulfruna Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231120T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231120T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20230806T153346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T150319Z
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SUMMARY:Martin Griffiths - Detecting Life on Exoplanets 
DESCRIPTION:Astronomers are moving closer and closer to detecting the signatures of life on other planets. with the advent of new technologies and the JWST we are on the threshold of exploring planetary atmospheres and detecting the basic signatures of living organisms. At present we do not know what sort of organisms they could be or if any intelligence is indicated but progress in this field is a daily occurrence. What exactly are exoplanets\, what detectors and experiments are we running and what are the prospects for detecting life outside of our Earth within the 21st Century?
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/martin-griffiths-tba/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton & Zoom\, Room MA030\, Wulfruna Building\, Wulfruna Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231106T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231106T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20230806T152855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T102728Z
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SUMMARY:Members Talk: Wolvas Observing Weekends (WoW) events
DESCRIPTION:A talk by Wolvas members covering the history and results of the seven WoW events. The What\, Where\, Why and Wow factor of these events.
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/tba/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton & Zoom\, Room MA030\, Wulfruna Building\, Wulfruna Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231023T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231023T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20230806T152748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T145740Z
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SUMMARY:Richard Goodrich - Comet Madness
DESCRIPTION:In 1705\, Edmond Halley liberated humanity from the belief that comets were portents of doom; two centuries later\, when Halley’s Comet returned to its perihelion\, newspapers\, misguided theorists\, and shameless con men managed to reignite that fear. When astronomers announced that the earth would pass through the comet’s tail\, opportunists exploited human anxiety—often with fatal consequences.   \n\n\n\nJoin Dr. Richard J. Goodrich\, author of Comet Madness: How the 1910 Return of Halley’s Comet (almost) Destroyed Civilization\, for an entertaining lecture about the comet’s 1910 return and the reasons that many believed the earth would not survive this deadly encounter. 
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/richard-goodrich-comet-madness/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton & Zoom\, Room MA030\, Wulfruna Building\, Wulfruna Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231009T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231009T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20230806T152528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T154329Z
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SUMMARY:AGM & Phil Barnard - Science Fact or Science Fiction
DESCRIPTION:“Trust me\, I’m a scientist!” Well we all make mistakes; perhaps through ignorance\, a desire to hold on to a cherished theory or when the imagination is allowed to run wild. Or occasionally to believe a charlatan\, whose only aim is to produce highly profitable bestselling books. This is a look at some of the mistakes to be found in the history of astronomy.
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/agm-phil-barnard-science-fact-or-science-fiction/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton & Zoom\, Room MA030\, Wulfruna Building\, Wulfruna Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230925T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230925T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20230806T134720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T145431Z
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SUMMARY:Keaton Stone - Adventures in Space and Telly
DESCRIPTION:Description pending…
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/keaton-stone-adventures-in-space-and-telly/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton & Zoom\, Room MA030\, Wulfruna Building\, Wulfruna Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230913T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230920T113000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20230806T162039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230813T190906Z
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SUMMARY:WOW7 - Wolvas Observing Weekend
DESCRIPTION:This is our autumn observing event where we travel to rural Shropshire to take advantage of the darker skies. \n\n\n\nFollowing the success of our summer WOW event\, we are extending this event to include a few days either side of the weekend. (The new moon is on Friday the 15th).  \n\n\n\nArrive on or after Wednesday the 13th of September. Leave on or before Wednesday 20th of September  \n\n\n\nWhilst this is primarily a residential event for tents\, caravans and campervans\, members who don’t want to stay overnight are welcome to attend for just an evening’s observing.
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/wow7-wolvas-observing-weekend/
LOCATION:Brow Farm\, Ratlinghope\, SY5 0SR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Observing Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230911T073000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230911T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20230806T133931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T155856Z
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SUMMARY:Steve Wootton - David Harris Lecture: Celestial Catalogues
DESCRIPTION:Celestial Catalogues\n\n\n\nA potted history of Celestial Catalogues.
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/steve-wootton-presidents-talk-the-david-harris-lecture/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton & Zoom\, Room MA030\, Wulfruna Building\, Wulfruna Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230811T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230811T233000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20230806T142345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230810T124859Z
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SUMMARY:Perseids meteor shower observing event. DATE CHANGED!
DESCRIPTION:The peak of the Perseid meteor shower is in the early hours of the morning of Sunday the 13th August\, so Saturday the 12th presents the best opportunity for viewing\, subject to suitable weather conditions. It may be moved to one of the days either side\, depending on the forecast. \n\n\n\nThis event is for members (and their families) only and is being held at the site of the society’s observatory. An email has been sent out to all members with the further details. \n\n\n\nDUE TO WEATHER FORECAST FOR CLOUD THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CHANGED TO FRIDAY 11TH AUGUST
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/perseids-meteor-shower-observing-event/
LOCATION:Observatory
CATEGORIES:Observing Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230612T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230612T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20220730T164337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T201827Z
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SUMMARY:Dr Julian Onions - Black Holes - are they really that bad?
DESCRIPTION:Black Holes – are they really that bad? Black holes have got a pretty bad rap from films and books\, being looked on as terrifying objects that suck spaceships and astronauts to their doom. \n\n\n\nAre they really that bad? How are they made? Can you escape from one?
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/2022-23-meeting16/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton & Zoom\, Room MA030\, Wulfruna Building\, Wulfruna Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230515T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230515T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20220730T164250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230514T191617Z
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SUMMARY:Mary McIntyre - A History of Women in Astronomy Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Following on from part one\, this talk looks at the trailblazing women working in astronomy after Caroline Herschel\, through the Victorian era and into the modern day. It covers some of the challenges women faced during this time period\, particularly around education. \n\n\n\nDue to unforeseen circumstances\, the planned talk for this date has been postponedWe are grateful that Mary has stepped in at the last minute to provide us with a replacement talk. Due to the short notice she will deliver it remotely over Zoom.The talk will be shown on the screen at the University of Wolverhampton for those who wish to attend in person or accessible by Zoom from the link previously provided.
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/2022-23-meeting15/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton & Zoom\, Room MA030\, Wulfruna Building\, Wulfruna Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230417T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230417T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T203317
CREATED:20220730T164159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T104348Z
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SUMMARY:Wolvas Member Talks: Binary Stars + Astronomical Navigation
DESCRIPTION:Wolvas Logo\n\n\n\nAn evening of short talks presented by Wolvas members. Roger Metcalfe: Binary Stars. Duncan Willis: Astronomical Navigation – The history and application of astronomical co-ordinates.
URL:https://wvtest.opuselite.com/event/2022-23-meeting14/
LOCATION:Hybrid: University of Wolverhampton & Zoom\, Room MA030\, Wulfruna Building\, Wulfruna Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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