Annual Report 2003 - Vatican Observatory

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VATICAN OBSERVATORYCongratulations toGeorge V. Coyne, S.J.In 2003, Celebrating 25 years asDirector of the Vatican Observatory4
ContentsFrom the Director 6VATT 10th Anniversary Construction Timeline 14-15I. Astronomical Research● Theoretical Studies, Astrophysics, and Cosmology 16● Extragalactic Research 18● The Galaxy and Galactic Objects 20● Planetary Sciences 22Lunar Science 22Meteorite Physical Properties 24Outer Solar System Objects 25● History and Philosophy of Science; Interdisciplinary Studies 27II. Instrumentation and Technical Services 28III. Observatory and Staff Activities• Celebration 29• Conferences 29• Presentations and Academic Activities 30• Public and Educational Outreach 33News Media Contacts 36• International Meetings 37IV. Publications 39V. Observatory Visitors 46FRONT COVER The Vatican Advanced Technology Telescope at the Mt. Graham InternationalObservatory, Arizona. (Photo © David A. Harvey )BACK COVER Dedicatory plaque on the Vatican Advanced Technology Telescope,with English translation of the Latin text by Martin McCarthy, S.J.Editor: Elizabeth J. MaggioCover Artist: Dave Fischer5ANNUAL REPORT 2003
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