April 24, 2009
by Luke Auburn
Real-Time Astronomy From Down Under
Presenter: Joe Pow
Description: A live audio/visual conference with RIT astronomer Zoran Ninkov at an observatory in Perth, Australia.
How is the exhibit creative and/or innovative: By connecting electronically with Professor Ninkov, visitors can make astronomical observations at night in a remote location across the world.
Exhibit experience for visitors: Visitors can converse live with Professor Ninkov and view a video feed from the telescope he will use for his observations.
For more information on the festival, visit www.rit.edu/imagine