Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory (BAO) applied to International Astronomical Union (IAU) for the status of a regional astronomical centre, Director of Byurakan Observatory Hayk Harutyunytan told the reporters on December 1.
“The observatory is unique with its potential and infrastructures in the region,” he stressed.
According to him, the attempts to make Byurakan observatory a regional center for astronomical research failed in the 90s. However, in 2006-2007, efforts to establish a scientific search centre resumed.
Harutyunyan also emphasized that the project was presented to the Armenian Government.
“I hope the issue is on the agenda,” he noted.
