Armagh Observatory and Planetarium Celebrates Staff Members’ Choice for Mimi’s House Journey  – Astronotes

Armagh Observatory and Planetarium (AOP) is delighted to announce that three of its esteemed crew members, Lovisa Redpath, Kerem Çubuk, and Anna Taylor, have been chosen as position fashions for the Institute of Physics’ new household programme, Mimi’s House Journey. This initiative, funded by the UK House Company’s ‘House for All’ grant, options an exhibition, a broadcast storybook, digital content material, and pop-up occasions all through the UK and Eire. 

Anna, Kerem and Lovisa within the Planetarium Exhibition Space. Picture Credit score: LiamMcArdle.com

Mimi’s House Journey centres on Mimi, a younger lady with massive questions in regards to the Universe. Households will journey with Mimi, her Granny, and Colin the canine, as they discover ‘mission management’ and uncover what it takes to ship folks into house. The exhibitions and occasions will deliver this fascinating story to life, showcasing the outstanding physics and physicists behind house exploration. 

Lovisa, Kerem, and Anna have been chosen to signify numerous roles throughout the house trade. Their participation highlights the huge array of profession alternatives in STEM and underscores AOP’s dedication to training and provoking the following technology of scientists. Every brings a singular background and pathway into the sphere, demonstrating that there are a number of routes to a profitable profession in STEM. 

Anna, Kerem and Lovisa within the Planetarium Exhibition Space. Picture Credit score: LiamMcArdle.com

Martina Glass, Operations Director of Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, specificed delight within the recognition: “We’re extremely proud that Lovisa, Kerem, and Anna have been chosen as position fashions for Mimi’s House Journey. Their inclusion not solely celebrates their particular person achievements but additionally underscores the implausible work we do at AOP in selling STEM training and careers. It’s a testomony to our crew’s dedication to inspiring younger minds and fostering a love for science.”