Contemplating the sky has always been one of the most captivating ways to discover new worlds. Today, tracking these discoveries does not require being in front of a large telescope: science popularization brings space to computer and mobile phone screens, allowing everyone to observe the universe together and in real time.
This Friday (the 11th), the program 'Olhar Espacial' will be entirely dedicated to honoring the 'Astronomia ao Vivo' project. This initiative has gained widespread recognition for its ability to bring the public closer to the great mysteries of space by broadcasting impressive images of the sky and delivering high-quality scientific knowledge directly into the homes of thousands of people over many years.
The fundamental role and difficulties of conveying science to society will be discussed, and the latest news that excites world astronomy will be presented. Among the main topics of the program are stunning images of Earth's temporary mini-moon obtained by China, and the advent of a new era in space observation thanks to giant and high-powered telescopes.
This story will be marked in the presence of those who have helped—and continue to help—bring the public closer to the wonders of the heavens. The creator of 'Astronomia ao Vivo', Chris Ribeiro, will be a guest, along with invited participants who live this passion daily. One of them is Marcelo Domingues, a systems analyst, civil servant, and amateur astronomer, a member of the Brasília Astronomical Club and the Brazilian Meteor Monitoring Network (Bramon), who will present sky images taken directly from his observatory.
Jose Serrano Agustoni from Porto Alegre (RS), affectionately known as Zeca Astronomo, will also participate in the conversation. He holds an electrical engineering degree from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) and worked as a petroleum engineer at Petrobras until retiring in 2017. He now dedicates his time and knowledge to the popularization project, making science accessible to the general public through internet broadcasts.
The program, hosted by Marcelo Zurita, President of the Paraíba Astronomy Association – APA; member of SAB – Brazilian Astronomical Society; Technical Director of Bramon and National Coordinator of Asteroid Day Brazil, is broadcast live every Friday at 9:00 PM (Brasília time zone) on the broadcaster's official channels on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, and TikTok.