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2011-02-10
Daniel Widman: It was the work about Markarian Galaxies at Byurakan Observatory which attracted me to Armenia

YEREVAN, FEBRUARY 10, ARMENPRESS: Senior scientist of the Infrared Astronomy Department of U.S. Cornell University, coordinator of SST scientific programs Daniel Widman is the first American astronomer, who has cooperated with Armenian astronomers. He has been the American co-chair of the biggest grant ever received by Byurakan Observatory. Daniel Widman is an author of 254 works. Armenpress interviewed the American astronomer on the current state of astronomy, on its prospects and opportunities.

-Mr. Widman, how did your cooperation with Armenian astronomers start? How did Armenia attract you?

-My collaboration began in 1967, when Armenian Astronomer Edgard Khachkian visited the US. He and I together made the observations of the newly discovered Margarian galaxies. After that, I studied Markarian galaxies for many years. This study led to improved understanding of the most luminous objects in the universe: the centers of galaxies and “starburst” galaxies. Now, I am studying the first such objects which formed in the universe, in continuing collaborations with young Armenian astronomers. It was the work about Markarian Galaxies at Byurakan Observatory which attracted me to Armenia.

-In your opinion which is the biggest contribution of Byurakan Observatory to astronomy?

-In my area of research, the most important contribution of Byurakan Observatory was Markarian’s survey. Even though this was finished 40 years ago, the results are still being used for every important international research.

-What importance did Markarian’s survey have in your scientific career?

-As mentioned above, the survey resulted in very important answers about the centers of galaxies and the newly forming starburst galaxies. These answers have become the crucial to understanding how galaxies form in the history of the universe.

-Which branches of astronomy are prospective in Armenia in your opinion?

- The primary questions of astronomy are two things: how did galaxies and stars form in the beginning of the universe, and which nearby stars have planets similar to the Earth. These are scientific areas in which Armenian astronomers can work, because much of the necessary data can be obtained form international observatories, and the most important new data is in infrared and radio wave lengths.

-Would you detail about NASA programs and your contribution to them?

- Currently I am doing all of my research using a NASA mission, the Spitzer Space Telescope, which is the best telescope ever built for infrared Astronomy. At one time, I worked as a NASA scientific administrator, when we began planning for this telescope.

-You have also worked at National Science Foundation, NSF. How much the funding system of the American science is applicable for Armenia?

- The most important rule of the US funding system for science is that all the directions are based on “peer view’. This means the competition for scientific funding is judged by scientists themselves. When there is not enough money for all of science, it is crucial for the best science to be chosen by good scientists – not by politicians or bureaucrats. Armenian science could be improved by advice and peer review from good international scientists. For example, in my personal experience, there are many international astronomers who want to help Byurakan Observatory, but it is for those astronomers who see possibilities for true progress.

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2011-02-10 Daniel Widman: It was the work about Markarian Galaxies at Byurakan Observatory which attracted me to Armenia
YEREVAN, FEBRUARY 10, ARMENPRESS: Senior scientist of the Infrared Astronomy Department of U.S. Cornell University, coordinator of SST scientific programs Daniel Widman is the first American astronomer, who has cooperated with Armenian astronomers. He has been the American co-chair of the biggest grant ever received by Byurakan Observatory. Daniel Widman is an author of 254 works.

2011-02-09 Armen Ashotyan says reforms in education sphere to be seen in 2-3 years
YEREVAN, FEBRUARY 9, ARMENPRESS: Wide-scale reforms are taking place in Armenia’s education sphere which in the initial round have raised a wave of complaint among certain layers of society. Armenpress news agency spoke with the RA Education and Science Minister Armen Ashotyan about the implemented reforms and reasons of complaints.

2011-02-08 5 tons of cheese to be exported to Russia by “Armenian Cheese” brand
YEREVAN, FEBRUARY 8, ARMENPRESS: Armenian Development Agency has implemented in 2010 a number of programs and events promoting the country’s development, Director General of the agency Robert Harutyunyan told Armenpress.

2011-02-07 Gurgen Khachatryan: at 2011-2012 exams the vector must be directed toward the increase of the level of justice
YEREVAN, FEBRUARY 7, ARMENPRESS: The graduate and joint exams of the 2011-2012 academic year will launch in June of the running year. Armenpress news agency spoke with the director of Evaluation and Testing Center Gurgen Khachatryan about the organization works and expectations.

2011-02-04 Hayk Kocharyan: Egypt has experienced such a shock that it will take many years to restore
YEREVAN, FEBRUARY 4, ARMENPRESS; The anti-governmental demonstration started in 2011 in Tunis grew into a revolution of “jasmines”, after which demonstrations of complaint were held in other Arabic countries as well, including Egypt, Jordan and Yemen.

2011-01-31 Georgia to reconstruct St. Gevorg Church
YEREVAN, JANUARY 31, ARMENPRESS: The fates of many Armenian churches situated in the territory of Georgia have become a matter of concern for world wide Armenians and the main topic of discussion in Armenian-Georgian relations. Armenpress news agency spoke with the deputy culture minister Arev Samuelyan about the issues connected with the Armenian churches in Tbilisi.

2011-01-28 Province branches of SME DNC of Armenia to pass to a new model of activity
YEREVAN, JANUARY 28, ARMENPRESS: In the first half of this January the Armenian government confirmed the SME State Support Program 2011, which intends a number of new program directions. On this year’s activity of the center Armenpress interviewed Executive Director of the Small and Medium Enterprise Development National Center of Armenia (SME DNC) Karen Gevorgyan.

2011-01-28 Manvel Badalyan: We will continue to undertake steps to develop the sphere of RA public service
YEREVAN, JANUARY 28, ARMENPRESS: 2010 was quite efficient year for RA Civil Service Council. Armenpress interviewed Chairman of the Civil Service Council Manvel Badalyan about the achievements of the council and plans for future.

2011-01-21 Information security sphere of Armenia lacks staff
YEREVAN, JANUARY 21, ARMENPRESS: It is not a secret that Azerbaijan is using all the occasions and possible information means to create anti-Armenian moods. How much is Armenia protected in the information sphere? Are we able to give worthy confrontation to the Azerbaijani propaganda? Armenpress speaks about the raised questions with the information security specialist, vice-dean of the YSU Faculty of Journalism Anahit Menemeshyan.

2011-01-19 2010 successful year for Armenian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
YEREVAN, JANUARY 19, ARMENPRESS: The year of 2010 was active and fruitful for the Armenian Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Armenpress news agency spoke with Executive Director of the Chamber Arayik Vardanyan about the works and success that has been registered in 2010.

2011-01-17 Levon Ananyan; “The 2010 was year of full harvest for Armenian writers”
YEREVAN, JANUARY 17, ARMENPRESS: The year of 2010 was rich in many cultural events: literature-music evenings, the new performances and concerts could testify about the activation of literary life. And how the year passed for the Armenian Writers’ Union, Armenpress tried to find out from the Chairman of the Union Levon Ananyan.

2011-01-12 Sergey Bizyuk says weather conditions in Armenia better for dolphins than the Ukrainian ones
YEREVAN, JANUARY 12, ARMENPRESS: The first Dolphinarium started functioning in Armenia from December 24. Nature protection organizations raised a great noise connected with the opening, nevertheless the Dolphinarium is operating for several weeks and quite successfully. What novelties are expected and how do dolphins feel? These are questions Armenpress asked to the employee of the Dolphinarium, trainer of dolphins Sergey Bizyuk.

2011-01-10 No issue of understanding of Russian, but issue of making speak Russian
YEREVAN, JANUARY 10, ARMENPRESS: Russian center affiliated to the Yerevan State University is operating from February 2008 on the initiative of “Russian World” Foundation operating in Russia. The main goal is the development of Russian language and its spreading in the whole world. The center was created the first among the other 102 Russian centers operating in the world.

2010-12-29 Zaven Khlgatyan: All the buildings constructed after Spitak earthquake correspond to anti-seismic norms
YEREVAN, DECEMBER 29, ARMENPRESS: After Spitak earthquake the plans of the buildings constructed in the territory of Armenia have been reconsidered according to seismic safety, and all the buildings constructed after that disastrous earthquake correspond to minimal requirements of safety.

2010-12-13 Emmi: ‘Any possible measure will be undertaken for the proper preparation for Eurovision 2011’
YEREVAN, DECEMBER 13, ARMENPRESS: Emmi will present Armenia in the ‘Eurovision 2010’ international song contest. Armenpress interviewed with the singer about the preparation works for the participation in the contest and her future plans.

2010-12-13 Ruben Aghgashyan: Passage of Armenian higher educational establishments to credit system succeeded
YEREVAN, DECEMBER 13, ARMENPRESS: For the first time in 2010-2011 academic year Armenian higher educational establishments will have graduate completely learned by credit system. On this theme “Armenpress” interviewed Vice Rector of Yerevan State Architectural University Ruben Aghgashyan, who also chairs the commission for studying the results of passage to credit system set up by the Armenian Ministry of Education and Science.

2010-12-03 Edward Nalbandyan: ‘In Astana it was reaffirmed that the approaches of the international community are in line with the approaches of Armenia’
YEREVAN, DECEMBER 3, ARMENPRESS: The interview of the Foreign Affairs Minister Edward Nalbandian to “Armenpress” news agency on the results of the OSCE summit, held in Astana

2010-12-03 Narine Martirosyan: There is a goal to spread “Arax” operating system in Georgia and Iran
YEREVAN, DECEMBER, ARMENPRESS: “Instigate” company has been founded in 2005. It is an engineering company with hardware and software teams headquartered in Yerevan, Armenia. The main area of its expertise is system level design of electronic systems, EDA specific software design and parallel programming. The company is one in Armenia in this sphere and is well known for participation in working out of the Armenian operating system of “Arax”, which was for the first time presented during “Digitec Expo 2010”. About the achievements and programs of the company “Armenpress” interviewed Director of the company Arman Poghosyan and responsible authority of “Arax” operating system Narine Martirosyan.

2010-12-01 Hrachya Bayramyan: If Armenian schools close in Georgia, we –Armenians, will be responsible for it either
YEREVAN, DECEMBER 1, ARMENPRESS: The Center for Georgian Studies working from 2007 at Yerevan State University aims to restore the scientific-educational ties between the State Universities of Yerevan and Tbilisi. To get thorough information about the achievements, issues and programs of the center Armenpress interviewed head of the center, Candidate of Doctoral Sciences, Docent Hrachya Bayramyan.

2010-11-30 Hamlet Petrosyan: Excavations confirm that Tigranakert was spacious settlement with advanced architectural plan and construction technique
YEREVAN, NOVEMBER 30, ARMENPRESS: Excavations of Tigranakert are being carried out from 2006 in Artsakh. To sum up their results “Armenpress” has interviewed Hamlet Petrosyan, head of the Artsakh archeological expedition group, head of the Chair of Culture of Yerevan State University.

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