IYA 2009 is a global year of events celebrating all things associated with the absorbing science that is astronomy. IYA 2009 coincides with the 400th anniversary of the first use of an astronomical telescope by Galileo Galilei as well as many other notable anniversaries. The aim of this worldwide celebration is to promote a greater public interest in science and astronomy and enable people to experience the impact these exciting sciences have on our daily lives. |