Ulupınar Space and Astrobiology Research Team (STARLIFE)

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Team Name

Ulupınar Space and Astrobiology Research Team (STARLIFE)

Research Station

ÇOMÜ - Astrophysics Research Center and Ulupınar Observatory (CAAM) Station Mars 17-1 (Çanakkale)

STARLIFE Advisors

Prof.Dr.Faruk Soydugan (Director of Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University Ulupınar Observatory)

STARLIFE Leader

Atahan Özdemir (Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University - Space Sciences and Technologies)

STARLIFE Space&Astrophysics Officer

Ayşe Nur Öztürk (Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University - Space Sciences and Technologies)

STARLIFE Astrobiology Officer

Nurdeniz Deniz (Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University - Molecular Biology and Genetics)

About the STARLIFE Team

STARLIFE is a research team that observes the sky using both optical and radio telescopes at the Ulupınar Observatory in Çanakkale. The team conducts research in various fields, including tracking and monitoring amateur satellites in LEO and GEO orbits, amateur satellite communication, and radio astronomy.

STARLIFE's Mission

To develop innovative techniques for tracking and monitoring amateur satellites,
To promote information exchange and collaboration through amateur satellite communication,
To contribute to solving the mysteries of the universe through radio astronomy research,
To involve young people in radio astronomy research,
To conduct research in astrobiology in collaboration with the biology team.
Conduct amateur radio and disaster/emergency communication at the station,
Contribute to the expansion of amateur radio activities locally,
Increase recognition and visibility as an exemplary station,
To support K12 space studies in collaboration with local schools through the MoEP Student Space Initiative Program, and to carry out joint projects.

STARLIFE's Research Areas

Amateur Satellite Tracking and Monitoring: The team uses software and hardware to track and monitor amateur satellites in LEO and GEO orbits. This work makes it possible to accurately determine the orbits of satellites and communicate with them,
Amateur Satellite Communication: The STARLIFE team promotes the exchange of information and data through amateur satellite communication. The team has established its own amateur satellite station for this purpose and is connected to other amateur satellite stations,
Radio Astronomy: The team uses radio telescopes to study the universe through radio waves. This work allows us to learn about topics such as the formation of galaxies and the evolution of the universe.
Astrobiology: Engaging in R&D activities in the field of astrobiology, in conjunction with other research teams of MoEP, to further comprehend life in the universe.

Importance of STARLIFE

The work of the STARLIFE team is making a significant contribution to the development of space research in Türkiye. The techniques developed by the team and the research it conducts are attracting great attention both nationally and internationally.

STARLIFE also carries out public awareness activities in fields such as amateur satellite communication and radio astronomy.