Call for Applications: All-Nepal Asteroid Search Campaign 2026–2027: Join the Hunt, Discover the Unknown ⋆ Nepal Astronomical Society

Call for Applications: All-Nepal Asteroid Search Campaign 2026–2027: Join the Hunt, Discover the Unknown

The Nepal Astronomical Society (NASO), in collaboration with the International Astronomical Search Collaboration (IASC), is proud to open applications for the All-Nepal Asteroid Search Campaign 2026–2027 — a nationwide citizen science initiative inviting schools, colleges, astronomy clubs, and institutions across Nepal to take part in real, hands-on Near-Earth Asteroid research.

Since 2016, NASO and IASC have worked together to give Nepali students and astronomy enthusiasts the opportunity to search for and track Near-Earth Asteroids using real telescope data. This year, we’re continuing that legacy — and we want your institution to be part of it.

Real Data. Real Discoveries. Real Impact.

This isn’t a simulation. Participants work with authentic observational data to search for undiscovered asteroids, contributing directly to global planetary defense efforts, scientific research, and technological learning.

Campaign Details

Campaign Period: August 2026 – July 2027
Application Deadline: Call for applications is open until August 31, 2026
Who Can Participate: Students, educators, amateur astronomers, astronomy clubs, and institutions in Nepal
Commitment: A one-year collaboration comprising 9 search campaigns
Minimum Participation: At least 45 people from the participating school or college, involved consistently through July 2027

What You Get

Access to telescopes and software used for real asteroid searches
Training and mentorship from experienced astronomers throughout the campaign
The opportunity to discover asteroids and contribute to real scientific data
E-certificates and recognition for participating students and institutions

Why Join?

Contribute to global asteroid discovery efforts
Gain hands-on experience in observational astronomy
Earn recognition for your discoveries
Become part of Nepal’s growing astronomy community

How to Apply

We’re inviting interested schools, colleges, astronomy clubs, and institutions to enroll for the 2026–2027 campaign. Applications close on August 31, 2026, so interested institutions are encouraged to reach out soon. Here’s how the process works:

Request the letter template. Contact our team to receive the official request letter template.
Submit your institutional request. Prepare and send us a formal request letter on your institution’s official letterhead, confirming your intent to participate.
Commit to the campaign. Once enrolled, your institution commits to a full year of collaboration — 9 campaigns in total — with a minimum of 45 participants engaged from your school or college through July 2027.
Start discovering. Our team will provide training, telescope/software access, and ongoing mentorship throughout the campaign.

Get in Touch

To enroll your school, college, astronomy club, or institution, contact us:

📞 +977 984-3708248

🌐 www.naso.org.np

#NASONepal

Be part of continued efforts since 2016 to discover and track Near-Earth Asteroids using real telescopes and real data. Your discoveries can contribute to science, technology, and planetary defense – join us for 2026–2027.

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