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Astronomy is a fascinating field of physics that studies celestial objects, such as stars, planets, comets, and galaxies, as well as phenomena that occur outside Earth's atmosphere. At the physics department of the University of Burundi, we have been running successive physics programs but with a relatively weak astronomy program. However, our astronomy program has taken a new turn due to our collaboration with the Pan-African Citizen Science e-Lab (PACS e-Lab).
We have participated in their asteroid search and double-star research projects and are forging ahead to receive training in their other projects. We have also integrated these projects into our curriculum for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Additionally, we were introduced to the African Astronomical Society (AfAS), the central organization for astronomical activities in Africa. At the conference, I will provide more details about our research collaboration with PACS e-Lab and learn how to integrate the Faculty of Burundi into broader astronomical best practices in Africa.
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