Research
Tartu Observatory is an Estonian space centre whose main task is research and development. We train young scientists in astronomy, remote sensing, and space technology, and we are a recognised partner in international networks.
Studies
Tartu Observatory of the University of Tartu welcomes students interested in astronomy, environmental sciences, and space technology.
At Tartu Observatory, you can start an internship at either high school or university level. Often the internship turns into a research thesis.
Our researchers are available to supervise student theses at all levels of academic study. We also have a doctoral programme.
On 10 January at 18:00, we invite you the next "Starry Night", where we will talk about the cosmic tape measure, listen to cosmic music and take a look at the starry sky.
At the Barlova Science Night on November 18, we will discuss how natural selection applies to Estonians of the 20th century.
The University of Tartu and the Blood Centre of Tartu University Hospital invite the university family to a blood donor day on Tuesday, 26 November, from 10:30 to 15:00 at the Delta Centre.
From October 29 to November 5, 2024, we will celebrate Dark Matter Week with public lectures and an art exhibition.
On 21 October 2024, Mart Noorma will be our special guest at the Barlova Science Night, where he will discuss the topic of cyber defence.
The competition will be held on Wednesday, 2 October at 10:00 in the Conference Hall of the University of Tartu Library.
The big telescope in Tõravere celebrates its 50th birthday! We invite everyone to the telescope parade on 12 October at the Tartu Observatory.
On 27 September, we invite you to discover Tartu Observatory and Tartu-Tõravere Weather Station in Tõravere on Researchers' Night.
Tartu Observatory celebrates 60 years in Tõravere with a public programme.
On 24 September at 14.15 Kairi Adamson will defend her doctoral thesis “Applicability of digital photography in monitoring changes of leaf inclination and foliage clumping with time“.
