Highlights of Solar Cycle 25
Presenter(s): Russ Cockman
Affiliation(s): Astronomical Society of Victoria
Session details: Saturday, 2022-04-22 23:00:00, ONL
Abstract
Observations of the Sun has gained increased interest in recent years because of the availability of specialised telescopes for amateurs to use. Activity on the sun follows an 11 year cycle and we are currently in cycle 25 and heading towards a solar maximum. This presentation will examine the various features of the sun worth viewing, and focus on the highlights of cycle 25 so far, and what is to be expected over the next few years. The presenter will use images of the sun taken by himself since the cycle began.
Biography
Dr John Wilkinson is a retired science educator and teacher of science and physics. He is also an author of over 100 science textbooks including four on the solar system, sun and moon. He operates an observatory from home in central Victoria. His main interests are in studying the sun, moon, and taking photographs of deep sky objects. He is a member of the Astronomical Society of Victoria.