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Católica Welcomes Amena Karimyan, Afghan Astronomer and Activist, for an Inspiring Talk

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Católica welcomes Amena Karimyan, Afghan astronomer and activist, for an inspiring talk José Gonçalves Fri, 05/30/2025 - 10:08 Amena Karimyan visited Universidade Católica Portuguesa (UCP) in Porto for an inspiring morning session on the theme “Science, Freedom and Thriving Futures”. Founder of the Kayhana Astronomical Group, established in 2018 to promote astronomy among young people—particularly girls—in Afghanistan, Amena Karimyan emphasised …

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