South Africa to Attend BRICS Astronomy Meeting in India
A 17-member delegation will join the 12th annual session from October 26-30, 2026, to advance joint research.
Updated on Oct. 25, 2026 in Space
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The South African delegation will travel to India to participate in the 12th Annual BRICS Astronomy Working Group Meeting. Scheduled for October 26-30, 2026, the event aims to bolster international scientific collaboration and infrastructure.
Why it matters
The meeting focuses on strengthening research priorities among member nations through shared initiatives like the BRICS Intelligent Telescope and Data Network. These collaborative efforts are designed to advance collective astronomical planning and technical capabilities.
The working group, established in 2015, coordinates a network of telescopes and shared data infrastructure. The 12th annual assembly includes specialized training in robotics, coding, and data science for delegates.
The players
BRICS Astronomy Working Group
This international collaborative body promotes joint astronomical research and data-sharing infrastructure among member nations.
The details
Participants will engage in high-level presentations detailing the state of astronomy in their respective countries. The program also features specialized training initiatives in science communication, robotics, and coding to further regional expertise.
Timeline
The BRICS Astronomy Working Group was established in 2015.
The 12th Annual BRICS Astronomy Working Group Meeting takes place from October 26-30, 2026.
The Big Picture
This assembly marks a commitment to the continued evolution of the BRICS Intelligent Telescope and Data Network. The meeting extends the collaborative framework established by this network to integrate new research capabilities across international borders.
Future scientific breakthroughs may stem from the shared data and infrastructure planned at this meeting. Improved networking could lead to more accessible astronomical data for researchers and educational institutions worldwide.
The takeaway
Collaborative international working groups are essential for pooling resources in data-intensive fields like astronomy. Readers interested in STEM can look for upcoming open-source datasets or educational resources resulting from such global partnerships.
Further reading
For more information on current international research initiatives, visit the Space section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by SAnews.
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