OBJECTIVES

Why an Observational School?

• Develop practical skills in observational astronomy.
• Provide hands-on exposure to optical and infrared facilities at ARIES.
• Introduce participants to observing strategies and astronomical instrumentation.
• Provide training in data reduction and analysis.
• Familiarise researchers with the process of developing and executing an observational programme.
• Increase awareness of national astronomical facilities and their scientific capabilities.
• Encourage future observational projects and telescope proposals.
• Facilitate interaction among researchers and institutions in the Himalayan and adjoining regions.