Nepal Astronomical Society (NASO)

The Nepal Astronomical Society (NASO) is a Nepali learning and progressing society of professional astronomers and other interested individuals, headquartered in Kathmandu, Nepal.[1] The primary objective of NASO is to promote the advancement of astronomy, astrophysics and other closely related branches of science through various outreach and educational activities, while the secondary purpose includes enhancing the research in astronomy and astrophysics and providing a helpful and knowledgeable platform for members through its various activities.[2] Its current mission is to enhance and share the knowledge of astronomy, astrophysics and humanity's scientific understanding of the universe.It is creating opportunities for the students for the study of astronomy and astrophysics.It has been organizing different programmes like :-

  1. All Nepal Asteroid Search Campaign
  2. National Astronomy Olympiad, etc
NASO
Nepal Astronomical Society
MottoTo create strong scientific community within the country and provide a common platform for all astronomy enthusiastic.
FounderSuresh Bhattarai
Founded atKathmandu
TypeNon-profit
Legal statusRunning
PurposeAstronomy Outreach and Research
HeadquartersKathmandu, Nepal
Websitewww.nepalastronomicalsociety.org

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References
  1. "NASO calls in applications for Women in Science Award 2018". The Himalayan Times. March 3, 2018.
  2. "NASO to present paper on Space Science Outreach and Capacity Building in Nepal'". myRepublica. September 3, 2017.
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