IYA meaning in Academic & Science ?

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What is International Year of Astronomy mean?

The International Year of Astronomy (IYA2009) was a year-long celebration of astronomy that took place in 2009 to coincide with the 400th anniversary of the first recorded astronomical observations with a telescope by Galileo Galilei and the publication of Johannes Kepler's Astronomia nova in the 17th century. The Year was declared by the 62nd General Assembly of the United Nations. A global scheme, laid out by the International Astronomical Union (IAU), was also endorsed by UNESCO, the UN body responsible for educational, scientific, and cultural matters.

The IAU coordinated the International Year of Astronomy in 2009. This initiative was an opportunity for the citizens of Earth to gain a deeper insight into astronomy's role in enriching all human cultures. Moreover, served as a platform for informing the public about the latest astronomical discoveries while emphasizing the essential role of astronomy in science education. IYA2009 was sponsored by Celestron and Thales Alenia Space.

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International Year of Astronomy	Academic & Science
Indian Youth of America	Community
Iyengar Yoga Association	Community
Irish Yoga Association	Community
Indian Yoga Association	Community
IITA Youth Agripreneurs	Community
Indiana Yoga Association	Community
In Your Arms	General
International Yogatherapy Association	International
If You're Available	Internet