The Multidisciplinary Center for Physics (CMF) at Universidad Mayor joined the national celebration of Astronomy Day, bringing the universe closer to both the university community and the general public.

For the second consecutive year, attendees at the Huechuraba campus had the opportunity to learn how the cosmos is studied through physics, participate in contests, and explore the center’s research lines. The Astroprinted project was also presented—an innovative 3D-printed telescope developed at Universidad Mayor by academics and students from different disciplines. This initiative allows anyone to build their own observation instrument in an accessible way, becoming an educational tool that fosters critical thinking, creativity, and training in STEM areas.

Meanwhile, at the Huechuraba Planetarium, astronomer Ximena Ramos delivered the talk “The Dance of the Giants,” focused on the formation and evolution of planetary systems, sparking the curiosity of children and teenagers.

On Saturday, the team participated with an interactive stand at the Museo Interactivo Mirador (MIM), where they showcased Astroprinted and explained how the universe is studied from the university.

“We are very pleased with the turnout,” said Dr. Ramos, one of the organizers, highlighting the strong interest from girls and young people in pursuing scientific careers, as well as the positive reception of the telescope. “We don’t only do science and research—we also develop technology and innovation,” she added.

The director of the CMF, Dr. Ignacio Araya, noted that “for us, Astronomy Day is an opportunity not only to engage in outreach, but also to showcase the research we conduct and connect the university community with these topics. These types of activities help bring emerging areas within the university, such as Astronomy, closer to people and show how they integrate with physics to address fundamental questions about the universe.”