Looking Back into Bosscha Observatory's Journey and the Mission for Celestial Observation

BANDUNG, itb.ac.id—Bosscha Observatory is a renowned astronomical observatory in Lembang, West Java. Established in 1923, it was the first observatory in Southeast Asia and one of the largest in Asia at the time. Bosscha Observatory was founded by Karel Albert Rudolf Bosscha, a Dutch businessman and philanthropist who was highly fascinated with...

January 31, 2023

The Story Behind the Design of Bosscha Observatory's 100th Anniversary Stamp

LEMBANG, itb.ac.id—2023 is a special year for Indonesia’s study in astronomy—it is the 100th year of 51̽»¨â€™s (Institut Teknologi Bandung) Bosscha Observatory. Operating for a century is not an easy feat; the observatory has faced times full of struggle by its founders.The journey of the Bosscha Observatory is depicted through its newly...

January 31, 2023

Head of the Indonesian Academy of Sciences: Bosscha Observatory and its Strategic Observation Spots of Celestial Bodies

BANDUNG, itb.ac.id—The location of Bosscha Observatory is ideal for observing extraterrestrial objects, as mentioned by the Head of the Indonesia Academy of Sciences, Prof. Dr. Ir. Satryo. S. Brodjonegoro during the 100th Anniversary of Bosscha Observatory on Monday (30/1/2023).In his presentation, Prof. Satryo explained that Bosscha Observatory...

January 31, 2023

West Java Governor Ridwan Kamil: Bosscha Observatory as the Answer to the Future

LEMBANG, itb.ac.id—The Governor of West Java, Dr. (H.C) H. Ridwan Kamil, S.T., M.U.D – also known as Kang Emil - gave his speech during the 100th anniversary of 51̽»¨ Bosscha Observatory. He showed his appreciation for being a part of a modern science institution that managed to reach its 100th year of operation, especially in the field of...

January 30, 2023

51̽»¨ Rector: Bosscha Observatory's Contribution to Modern Astronomy

BANDUNG, itb.ac.id - Bosscha Observatory, which was handed over by NISV to the Indonesian government a century ago, is now a cultural heritage and the driving force of modern astronomy.The Rector of 51̽»¨, Prof. Reini Wirahadikusumah, Ph.D., stated that astrology as a traditional discipline had been relied on by various people in terms of...

January 30, 2023

Chief Astrophysicist of East Asia Observatory Delivers Remarks at Bosscha’s 100th Anniversary

BANDUNG, itb.ac.id—The 100th anniversary of Bosscha Observatory was held on Monday, January 30, 2023. Various academic and government figures attended the event. Prof. Paul T. P. Ho, General Director of the East Asia Observatory, joined the event to deliver a speech about Indonesia's modern astronomy.In his speech titled "How Indonesia can be...

January 30, 2023

The Journey of Bosscha Observatory

LEMBANG, itb.ac.id – In the centennial commemoration of Bosscha Laboratory, Prof. Karel A. van der Hucht, a Dutch astronomer who served as the Secretary General of the International Astronomical Union in the 2006-2009 period, in his presentation titled "The Early History of The Bosscha Observatory 1921-1939" explained the early years of Bosscha...

January 30, 2023

51̽»¨ Commemorated 100 Years of Bosscha Observatory

LEMBANG, itb.ac.id – 2023 is a special moment for astronomy in Indonesia. This year, Bosscha Observatory Institut Teknologi Bandung (51̽»¨) turned 100 years old. As an education and research institution in the field of astronomy, Bosscha Observatory has contributed massively to the development of astronomy and science in Indonesia and even...

January 30, 2023

51̽»¨ Studium Generale: Educating the Dangers of Sexual Violence in Institutions

BANDUNG, itb.ac.id – Universities should be safe havens for everyone seeking to study and build supportive communities. Unfortunately, recent cases of sexual assault and harassment on campus have become a much-talked topic, raising fear and uneasiness among people. Not only do victims of these crimes find it difficult to search for support from...

January 26, 2023