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Wentzel, Donat G. – Mercury, 1991
The importance of investigating the sun's interior is discussed. One method for probing the interiors of some pulsating stars is described. The relationship between the sun's solar oscillation frequencies and the sun's solar cycles is discussed. A project to place six instruments around the world to observe the sun's oscillations (GONG) is…
Descriptors: Astronomy, Higher Education, Program Descriptions, Resource Materials
Preuss, Karl-Heinz, Ed.; Simen, Rolf H., Ed. – 1987
The Federal Republic of Germany's space policy is designed to promote basic research, contribute to the development of space technology, and apply the findings in the public and private sectors. It is also aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of the West German space industry and helping countries of the Third World to solve their development…
Descriptors: Astronomy, Earth Science, Foreign Countries, National Programs
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Field, George; Goldsmith, Donald – Mercury, 1990
The Hubble Space Telescope project is described. Discussed are the project directors, construction, launch, deployment, hazards, rationale, and hope of the project. (CW)
Descriptors: Astronomy, College Science, Earth Science, Higher Education