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Note: This
website is about my work in science education. For information about my work as a composer of music,
visit ronmallorymusic.com.
SCIENCE
Though much of my
career has been focused around music, astronomy and physics were among
my first loves. I spent two years of college as an astrophysics major,
and continue to keep up with current research through books, magazines,
and online resources. I remain actively involved in science education on
both a professional and volunteer basis.
PLANETARIUM SHOWS
In spring 2023 I launched a new small business called
Ad Astra Planetarium in which
I bring my 6-meter mobile planetarium dome to schools, libraries,
churches, and other venues for immersive astronomy presentations.
Visit the Ad Astra Planetarium
website for more information!
I also offer a non-planetarium science show called "Unexpected Science" for
schools, libraries, and children's groups. The show is designed for kids
ages 8-12 but can be easily adapted for older or younger students.
Topics covered include physics, chemistry, electromagnetism, and more.
See below for two sample experiments, as well as a full show:
Contact me if
you're interested in booking a show in the greater Wichita area!
For a list of upcoming planetarium and science shows, visit
www.aaplanetarium.com/appearances.
STAR PARTIES
I have often brought my telescopes to "star parties" (nighttime
astronomy viewing opportunities) sponsored by the Orange County
Astronomers, Seattle Astronomical
Society, Kansas Astronomical Observers, and other organizations.
Click here for upcoming events by the Kansas Astronomical Observers.
ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY
I have been pursuing astrophotography since I was a teenager,
using both film and digital cameras. I regularly post examples of my
work on my science
Instagram page and
Ad Astra Planetarium
Instagram page.
RON'S
TELESCOPES
I have built two telescopes of my own design, and have assisted others in telescope projects as well. My telescopes are a 6" f/5.8
Newtonian and an 8" f/6.6 Newtonian, both on modified split-ring
equatorial mounts. (I ground the mirror for the 8" myself.)
SCIENCE LINKS
I am a member of:
The Planetary Society
The International Planetarium
Society
The Kansas Astronomical Observers
The Astronomical League
Click here for a link to an article in the Corvallis Gazette-Times
mentioning my work in astronomical outreach during the 2017 total solar eclipse.
Click here for a video of the International Space Station astronauts
displaying the 2017 winners of a children's artwork contest—including a
drawing by my daughter Vivian! In space!
Click here to view a 2023 KSN Wichita news report about my portable
planetarium work.
CONTACT
Interested in booking a science show? Looking for astrophotography tips?
Want help organizing a star party? Contact me at ron [at] ronmscience.com.
TWITTER: @ronmscience
INSTAGRAM: @ronmscience
YOUTUBE: Ron Mallory Science
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