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From mythologies to scientific discoveries, learn more from researchers at Queen's University about the wonders of the eclipse.

Preparing for totality

Brush up on eclipse science, history, and what to watch for ahead of Monday's rare event.

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The total solar eclipse is a cosmic spectacle well worth the hype

Eclipses have long fascinated and intrigued people, and anticipation of the total solar eclipse on April 8 is no exception. The beauty, history, mythology, and science of eclipses justify the hype.

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A total solar eclipse presents a unique opportunity to witness a rare phenomenon — but protect your eyes

A total solar eclipse is a beautiful phenomenon worth seeing, but worth seeing safely.

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Solar eclipses 101

From why eclipses occur to their impact on Einstein's General Theory of Relativity, Queen's researcher Dr. Judith Irwin helps us decode the astronomical significance of Kingston's upcoming solar eclipse.

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Queen's is helping prepare the region for the coming total solar eclipse

The university’s eclipse ambassadors outreach program is visiting elementary and high schools to build excitement about science ahead of this once-in-a-lifetime celestial event.

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Total solar eclipses provide an opportunity to engage with science, culture, and history

Eclipses have inspired myths, predictions, and scientific discoveries.

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Here comes the sun

Queen's will be in the path of totality when the Great North American Eclipse sweeps through the sky on April 8. Here's why everyone is excited.

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Archeoastronomy uses previous total solar eclipses to help us measure history

Mentions of total solar eclipses in history help researchers pinpoint precise dates of notable events.

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Cosmic goldilocks

Astronomy researcher Dr. Kristine Spekkens explains why total solar eclipses are rare in the Universe.

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Queen's gears up for rare 2024 solar eclipse

Kingston, Ontario is in the path of totality for this once-in-a-lifetime event.

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Total eclipse of the arts

An evening of seven plays written by students in Dr. Sarah Waisvisz's playwriting class, directed by students in her dramaturgy class, and featuring a cast of both physics and drama students will help celebrate the unique and historic eclipse on April 8.

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