To popularize Planetary Science, Solar Physics, Astrophysical and allied subjects by organizing short courses, conferences, symposia, seminars and workshops for students, teachers, researchers and general public. To create scientific temper and nurture interest amongst the young minds for scientific research. To publish science newsletters, books on science and allied subjects.
IPS Vision
To set up Planetariums, Science Centres, Science Parks and Observatories. Set up Research Centres to study Planetary Science, Astronomy and Earth Science.
Upcoming Venture of IPS
We are in the process of setting up an Institute of Theoretical and Applied Astronomy & Astrophysics in Gujarat for those who want to prove themselves in the field of Astrophysics and Allied Subjects.
What do we offer?
The Indian Planetary Society is a well-equiped scientific organization. We have powerful telescopes to show you the planets, moons and other interesting and fascinating heavenly bodies. Such sky-shows can be done from the terrace of your building or any open ground. Along with the sky-show there will also be a question-answer session to address your queries. If required, we can arrange a lecture by scientist associated with us. To arrange one at your premises, call us for more details.
We have produced 4 documentary films which can be screened at your premises along with the sky-show. The four films are as follows:
Our Place in the Universe
English, Hindi and Gujarati
30 minutes
Life and work of Einstein
English and Gujarati
30 minutes
Life and work of Galileo
English and Gujarati
30 minutes
Indian Astronomy: Ancient and Modern
English and Gujarati
45 minutes
IPS publishes books and magazines which can be procured by visiting our office.
We regularly conduct lectures, workshops, seminars and conferences by inviting scientist of national and international repute. This helps the students to interact with the world-class scientists and gain first-hand experience in the field of Astronomy and Astrophysics.