#38 Dr. Kelly Blumenthal on IAU OAO and Global Astronomy Outreach
In this episode, we speak with Dr. Kelly Blumenthal, Director of the International Astronomical Union’s Office of Astronomy Outreach (IAU OAO), about her journey into astronomy and her work at the intersection of research, education, and global engagement.
We discuss how astronomy extends beyond academia into public outreach and international collaboration, and how the IAU OAO works across countries and cultures to make astronomy more accessible. The conversation also explores the broader role of astronomy in shaping curiosity, perspective, and scientific thinking in society.
Drawing from her experiences, Dr. Blumenthal reflects on how astronomy can serve as a bridge between science and the public, and why it continues to matter in a global context.
Podcast vom 12.04.2026
Moderation und Redaktion: Tejpreet Kaur
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