Lohrmann Observatory

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Apr 15, 2025

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Theory of light propagation

Feb 29, 2024

Neuer Gaia-Mitarbeiter

Overview

Staff

Astronomy has a long tradition in Dresden. Besides many historical facts you will find on these pages information about the observatory, the people working here and many more.

Studies

On these pages you can find further information on the lectures we offer as well as the dates of upcoming exams.

Space astrometry

Since 2001 we are working actively for the ESA astrometry mission Gaia. On these pages you will find an overview of our work and responsibilities within the European Gaia community, links to all relevant publications and information on the stellar catalogues from Gaia, that are published till now.

Research projects

More information on our various research activities can be found following the link below.

The Lohrmann Observatory

The Lohrmann Observatory at TU Dresden is engaged in research and teaching on the subject of astronomy. Together with the Professur für geodätische Erdsystemforschung, it constitutes the Institute of Planetary Geodesy.

Besides the education of students we are involved in various international research projects.

A general overview about our astronomical research at the Technische Universität and about astronomy in Dresden in general can be found here. Further information about our research group can be found on the following pages.