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NAS RA V. Ambartsumian Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory (BAO)
Press release 21.11.2023

MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE BYURAKAN ASTROPHYSICAL OBSERVATORY AND THE UNIVERSITY OF SHARJAH (UAE)

On November 13-16, the 14th pan Arab congress of the Arab Union for Astronomy and Space Sciences (AUASS) was held in the city of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The Director of the Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory name, Areg Mickaelian took part in the congress as a keynote speaker.

During the same visit, a memorandum of cooperation was signed with the BAO and University of Sharjah․ From the University of Sharjah signed the memorandum by Prof. Hamid Al-Naimiy, Chairman of the University Council.

Deputy Ruler of the Emirate of Sharjah, His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi was also present at the ceremony. The contract was signed for a period of 5 years. According to the agreement, it is planned to implement a number of exchange programs between employees and students, to carry out joint scientific research activities, as well as to organize joint conferences and seminars.

Meline Asryan