Welcome to a workshop series focused on introductory topics in astrophysics. This workshop is specifically designed for members of the community with a high school level of science experience. Our goal is to provide insights into various subareas of astrophysics research and offer participants a glimpse into what it is like to work in the field. The workshop consists of three submodules, each lasting approximately 30 minutes, covering observational astronomy, theoretical astrophysics, and astronomical instrumentation. We complement the lectures with a hands-on section utilizing Python, where participants can actively explore the concepts. To ensure a seamless experience, we provide lecture manuals and laptops during the workshop.

Learning astrophysics is for everyone.

Each section is a standalone exploration of a different area of astrophysical research.

Observational

Discover a planet in another solar system by digging through real Kepler data and understanding exoplanet transits to find the size of a far away planet.

Theoretical

Learn about binary black hole collisions and gravitational waves to practice fitting theoretical models predicted by Einstein to real LIGO data in order to find the mass and distance of a mysterious object.

Instrumentation

Learn how astronomical cameras and telescopes collect light from space and gain an understanding of the difficulties engineers and analysts face when processing images.

Workshop Logistics

More information regarding workshop setup and supplies, as well as useful links for more information.