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IAU Office of Astronomy for Education

Astronomy in the classroom

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Shared focus

Teacher support, learning resources and astronomy education connect this office’s work with the Society’s interest in helping young people explore space science. Ethiopia is represented in the office’s national coordinator network.

People and national networks

Astronomy education in Ethiopia

The National Astronomy Education Coordinator team supports Ethiopia’s connection to the IAU’s astronomy education network.

  • Nebiyu Suleyman Mohammed

    Team Chair

    Nebiyu Suleyman Mohammed

    Ethiopian Space Science Society

    Astrophysicist and science communicator focused on inclusive astronomy education and accessible, low-cost learning.

    Until 1 August 2027

  • Dr Getinet Ayane

    Team Contact Person

    Dr Getinet Ayane

    Kotebe University of Education

    Astrophysicist with a background in observational astronomy.

    Until 1 August 2027

  • Dr. Seblu Humne Negu

    Team Member

    Dr. Seblu Humne Negu

    Space Science and Geospatial Institute

    Head of the Astronomy and Astrophysics Department at SSGI, working on binary stars, compact objects and astronomical data.

    Until 1 August 2027

  • Lidia Regassa

    Team Member

    Lidia Regassa

    Ethiopian Space Science Society

    Astrophysicist and Programme Manager at ESSS, involved in science communication and youth engagement.

    Until 1 August 2027

  • Dr. Alemiye Mamo Yacob

    Team Member

    Dr. Alemiye Mamo Yacob

    Ethiopian Space Science Society

    ESSS Board Member, astronomer and science communicator.

    Until 1 August 2027

Team contact: Dr Getinet Ayane · [email protected]

Official Ethiopia NAEC team listing ↗ · Checked 26 October 2026