Name: Southeast Asia Planetarium, Education, and Outreach Conference (SEA-PEO 2026)
Start: 2026-11-23T07:30:00+08:00
End: 2026-11-25T18:40:00+08:00
Location: Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort, Mactan, Cebu

Southeast Asia Planetarium, Education, and Outreach Conference (SEA-PEO 2026)

from Monday, 23 November 2026 (07:30) to Wednesday, 25 November 2026 (18:40)
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort, Mactan, Cebu

: Sessions

: Talks

: Breaks

23 Nov 2026

24 Nov 2026

25 Nov 2026

07:30	Registration (until 08:30) ()
08:30	Ceremony (until 09:00) ()
09:00	Keynote (until 10:00) ()
09:00	K01 - Looking Back, Looking Up: Celebrating the Historic 50th Year of PAGASA Planetarium - Mr Michael Bala (DOST-PAGASA) ()
09:20	K02 - Role of Research Institute in Influencing Lasting Impact on the National Level - Matipon Tangmatitham (National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT)) ()
09:40	K03 - Visualising the Horizon: Toward an Ecological Theory of Science Communication - Dr Kelly Blumenthal (IAU-OAO) ()
10:00	--- Coffee Break ---
10:30	Contributor Session (until 11:30) ()
10:30	O01 - Beyond the Classroom: Government-Led Astronomy Education Outreach in the Philippines – Insights from DOST-PAGASA’s Programs - Girlie Cortez ()
10:45	O02 - Astronomy Meets Pop Culture: On the Movements of Stars and Fandoms - Hathaichanok Therdthampaisal (NARIT) ()
11:00	O03 - Reimagining the Planetarium as a Space for Science Engagement - Kai Wei Chan (Science Centre Board) ()
11:15	O04 - AI-Assisted Astronomy Outreach - Avivah Yamani (langitselatan) ()
11:30	Poster Session (until 12:00) ()
11:30	P01 - Optimal Site Selection for Sidewalk Astronomy at Maragondon, Cavite using Multicriteria Decision Analysis - Mr Marion Rodrigo III Mariñas (Cavite State University Naic) ()
11:30	P02 - The First Planetarium in Mindanao: DOST-PAGASA Mindanao Planetarium - Lyka Sambrano (DOST-PAGASA) ()
11:30	P03 - A DIY Light Shielding Hood for Reducing Light Pollution and Improving Night Sky Visibility in Cebu, Philippines - Mr James Khennet Aying (Cebu Technological University ) ()
11:30	P04 - Pre-service science teachers’ evaluation and pedagogical integration of augmented reality applications in earth science instruction - Ms Maricho Butalid (Cebu Technological University) Ms Melissa Rodriguez (Cebu Technological University) Mr Marjohn Cabo (Cebu Technological University) ()
11:30	P05 - Communicating Astronomy and Planetarium Lectures to Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder - Mary Crystalline Araracap ()
11:30	P06 - A systematic mapping review of astronomy education research in Southeast Asia: Trends, innovations, challenges, and research directions - Mr Dharel Acut (Cebu Technological University; Cebu Normal University) ()
11:30	P07 - Examining the effects of a blended station rotation environment on students’ motivation in earth and space science learning: a pretest–posttest study - Mr Gilden Maecah Migalang (MSU Iligan Institute of Technology; University of the Philippines Open University) ()
11:30	P08 - Students’ motivational experiences in planetary science learning through a blended station rotation model: A multiple case study with creative artifacts - Mr Dharel Acut (Cebu Technological University; Cebu Normal University) Mr Gilden Maecah Migalang (MSU Iligan Institute of Technology; University of the Philippines Open University) ()
11:30	P09 - Project TALA: Developing A Scalable Syllabus Framework for Informal Astronomy Education in the Philippines - Ms Moreen Lamsen (Valenzuela City League of Astronomy Enthusiasts (V-CLUE)) Mr Mark Anthony Aguilando (Valenzuela City League of Astronomy Enthusiasts (V-CLUE)) ()
11:30	P10 - ASTRO-KS Model: Building a Participatory Astronomy Learning Ecosystem for School and Rural Communities in Thailand. - Mr Witchaphon Puangkaew (Khuruprachasan School, Secondary Educational Service Area Office Uthai Thani Chai Nat, Thailand.) ()
11:30	P11 - “KAWANANGAN : ASTRONOMICAL CENTER OF OBSERVATORY FOR ACADEMIC RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT IN MINDANAO” - Jessamine Jayson ()
11:30	P12 - Planetarium Workshop: An Extracurricular Astronomy Program for Elementary School Students - Satoka Tanaka (Kawasaki Municipal Science Museum) ()
11:30	P13 - The First Astronomy on Tap in the Philippines - Learnings and Best Practices - Daryl Joe Santos (Rizal Technological University) ()
11:30	P14 - Empowering Rural Students through Research-Based Astronomy Education: Development of the ASTRO-KHURU Project-Based Learning Model in a Thai Secondary School - Mr Phongpathapee Thaikiew (Kuruprachasan School, Secondary Educational Service Area Office Uthai Thani Chai Nat, Thailand) Mr Witchaphon Puangkaew (Kuruprachasan School, Secondary Educational Service Area Office Uthai Thani Chai Nat, Thailand) ()
11:30	P15 - AGOS institute for advanced science, culture, and sustainability - Mr Mar Emmanuel Velasco (Philippine Astronomical Society, Inc.) ()
11:30	P16 - Dark Sky Tanay: Assessing the Night Sky Brightness of Tanay, Rizal using VIIRS Nighttime Lights and Vertical Plane Imaging - Mr Benedick James Baclig ()
11:30	P17 - Connecting Astronomy with Environmental Stewardship: A Community Based Public Outreach Model at Bosscha Observatory - Fauzia La Fatsa (Bandung Institute of Technology) ()
11:30	P18 - Igniting Young Minds Through Experiential Astronomy Education: Advancing Astronomy Awareness and Science Engagement in Northern Luzon, Philippines - Mr Romeo Ganal (DOST-PAGASA) ()
11:30	P19 - Development of a Self-Paced Basic Astronomy Training Program (MOOC) to Enhance the Competencies of DOST-PAGASA Astronomy Lecturers - Ms Jastine Michaela Adduru (DOST-PAGASA) ()
11:30	P20 - Bringing the Universe Closer: Expanding Astronomy Education Through DOST-PAGASA's Mobile Planetarium and Stargazing Outreach Program - Ruben Cunanan (PAGASA) ()
11:30	P21 - Cosmic Perspectives: Using Astronomy to Support Mental Health and Wellbeing - Rheanne Jimeno (Space Generation Advisory Council) ()
11:30	P22 - Egg Nebula: Bringing the Stars Closer to Filipinos through Art and Digital Storytelling - Rheanne Jimeno (Space Generation Advisory Council) ()
11:30	P23 - Designing a Learning Space for Astronomy Outreach: A Case Study from Khon Kaen, Thailand - Kewalin Thongpoyai (Regional Observatory for the Public, Khon Kaen) ()
11:30	P24 - Thai Heritage and ASEAN Astronomy Learning Ecosystem: An Integrated Astronomy Education Framework through Mission-Based, Jigsaw, Game-Based, and Active Learning - Natthawat Najaiyen (Buddhajakwittaya School) ()
11:30	P25 - Beyond the Dome: The Planetarium as a Gateway to Astronomy and Science Education in the Visayas - Vhan Therese Sabellano (PAGASA) ()
11:30	P26 - Alternative Conceptions of Senior High School Students to Astronomy Concepts - Dr Ryan Manuel Guido (Rizal Technological University) ()
11:30	P27 - How to Start Astronomy in School: A Collaborative Pathway from First Activities to Student Leaders and Community Outreach - Thanarat Sabsom ()

08:30	Registration (until 09:00) ()
09:00	Keynote (until 10:00) ()
09:00	K04 - Engaging with the Public in Planetariums - Dr Martin George (International Planetarium Society) ()
09:20	K05 - Communicating Astronomy with the Public - Dr Jose Francisco Aguilar ()
09:40	K06 - Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) within the Philippine Space Science and Astronomy Community - Dr Daryl Joe Santos ()
10:00	--- Coffee Break ---
10:30	Contributor Session (until 12:00) (Ballroom II)
10:30	O19 - Preparing Future Science Communicators: An Experiential Astronomy Learning Internship Program at DOST-PAGASA - Rizzalyn Joy Agustin (DOST-PAGASA) (Ballroom II)
10:45	O20 - 12 Years of the NARIT 10-Inch Dobsonian Telescope Project: From Astronomy School Networks to a Sustainable Astronomical Activity Ecosystem - Mr Khomsan Thuree (NARIT - National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (Public Organization)) (Ballroom II)
11:00	O21 - Portable Astronomy for Mindanao’s Underserved Communities - Prince Wilson Au (Ballroom II)
11:15	O22 - LED projection technology in planetariums - Alexander Adli (RSA Cosmos) Mr Benjamin Cabut (RSA Cosmos) (Ballroom II)
11:30	O23 - Accessible Astronomy Education with 3D-Printed Models: The iw3D Studio Project - Ms Vernesa Smolčić (Ballroom II)
11:45	O24 - A Mobile Planetarium as a Gateway to Astronomy Education: The Syrian Experience (2005–2011) and Future Perspectives** - Ms Turkieh Jbour (Syrian Astronomical Association) (Ballroom II)
10:30	Contributor Session (until 12:00) (Ballroom III)
10:30	O25 - A Galaxy Within Reach: Navigating the Milky Way Galaxy through Tactile Models - Rika Mei Reventar (National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand) (Ballroom III)
10:45	O26 - Development of a Standardized Sonification Mapping Framework for Deep-Sky Objects Associated with the Perseus Arm Toward Inclusive Astronomy Education for Learners with Dyslexia - Kyla Abillar (Rizal Technological University) (Ballroom III)
11:00	O27 - Science Centre Singapore's Approaches to Inclusive Astronomy Experiences - Jogie Ko (Science Centre Board) (Ballroom III)
11:15	O28 - Toward Inclusive Astronomy Communication: A Multimodal Astronomy Visualization Program for Individuals in Mental Health Recovery - Bianca Angeline Alcantara (New Era University) (Ballroom III)
11:30	O29 - Astronomy for the Visually Impaired: "Unseen Moonlight, Touchable Stars" - Thanakrit Santikunaporn (Ballroom III)
11:45	O30 - Pasipo: An Interactive Sonification Platform for Astronomical Images - Mr Prince Abraham Gacusan (Institutional Shareholder Services Philippines Inc.) Ms Bernadette Fulgencio (University of the Philippines Diliman) (Ballroom III)

08:30	Registration (until 09:00) ()
09:00	Keynote (until 10:00) ()
09:00	K07 - Astronomy as the Leader of Inter- and Multi-Disciplinary Sciences - Dr Areg Mickaelian (Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory) ()
09:20	K08 - Smart Telescope System in Astronomy Education - Mr Christopher Go ()
09:40	K09 - More Than Stargazing: Astronomy Outreach as a Pathway to Dark Sky Advocacy - Mr Khristian Dimacali (Philippine Astronomical Society) ()
10:00	--- Coffee Break ---
10:30	Contributor Session (until 12:00) (Ballroom III)
10:30	O37 - ASEAN Astronomy Camp (AAC) - yadanan inta (Ballroom III)
10:45	O38 - What Makes an Online Hands-on Astronomy Camp Sustainable Beyond the COVID-19 Pandemic? A Six-Year Case Study of the NAS Online Camp - Mr jessada Keeratibharat (NARIT) (Ballroom III)
11:00	O39 - KS-AIC 2025: A Student-Led Astronomy Academic Conference for Developing Young Researchers and Astronomy Communication Leaders in Rural Thailand. - Mr Kanokkan Ninkamhaeng (Khuruprachasan School, Uthai Thani Chai Nat Secondary Educational Service Area Office, Thailand) Mr Phongpathapee Thaikiew (Kuruprachasan School, Secondary Educational Service Area Office Uthai Thani Chai Nat, Thailand) Mr Witchaphon puangkaew (Khuruprachasan School, Uthai Thani Chai Nat Secondary Educational Service Area Office, Thailand) (Ballroom III)
11:15	O40 - A Place-Based Youth Astronomy Camp in Khon Kaen, Thailand: Connecting Astronomy with Local Dinosaur Heritage - Kewalin Thongpoyai (Regional Observatory for the Public, Khon Kaen) (Ballroom III)
11:30	O41 - NARIT Youth Camp: Entry-level astronomy camp for young adults - Farprakay Jiarakoopt (NARIT) (Ballroom III)
11:45	O42 - Developing Student Astronomy Ambassadors through the Vajiravudh College Astronomy Club: An Urban Model for Astronomy Education and Science Communication - Suteewat Nimruang (Ballroom III)
10:30	Contributor Session (until 12:00) (Ballroom II)
10:30	O31 - The Living Literature -- Towards a Pedagogy of the Sky through Malay Proverbs and Idioms - YAM Pengiran Anak Hamlatul Arsy Mulia Bolkiah (The Curious Playgrounds / Brunei Astronomical Society) (Ballroom II)
10:45	O32 - Agricultural Ethnoastronomy in Indonesia: Documenting Traditional Celestial Knowledge and Exploring Its Educational Relevance - Aprilia Aprilia (Ballroom II)
11:00	O33 - Drawing the Stars: Comics as a Medium for Astronomy Engagement in the Philippines - Girlie Cortez (Ballroom II)
11:15	O34 - NOVA: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Astronomy Education - Mr Amirul Hazim Kamarulzaman (Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin) (Ballroom II)
11:30	O35 - Ethnoastronomy in the Cordilleras: Exploring the Astronomical Beliefs of the Bontoc People - Martine Joy Irog (Space Generation Advisory Council) (Ballroom II)
11:45	O36 - From Curiosity to the Cosmos: Creating Space for Women and Girls in Astronomy - Ms Jastine Michaela Adduru (DOST-PAGASA) (Ballroom II)

12:00	--- Lunch ---
13:00	Poster Session (until 14:00) ()
14:00	Workshop (until 15:00) (Ballroom III)
14:00	W02 - 2-Stage Water Rocket Workshop: A Model for Promoting Active Learning and Developing Student Competencies through Integrated STEM Education - jessada Keeratibharat (NARIT) (Ballroom III)
14:00	Workshop (until 15:00) (Ballroom II)
14:00	W01 - Let's Light Up a Constellation: Illuminating Philippine Ethnoastronomy Through Paper Circuits - Lordnico Mendoza (Ballroom II)
15:00	--- Coffee Break ---
15:15	Contributor Session (until 17:00) (Ballroom III)
15:15	O12 - Development of the Astronomy Teacher Training Curriculum and Learning Activities by the National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT) - Mr Khomsan Thuree (NARIT - National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (Public Organization)) (Ballroom III)
15:30	O13 - ITCA Teacher Training Workshop: Expanding Access to Astronomy Education Through International Teacher Training - Rujida Kuramarohit (Ballroom III)
15:45	O14 - Enhancing STEM Engagement at the High School Level: A Pedagogical Framework for Optics and Waves Instruction via Astronomical Instrumentation - Luthfiandari Luthfiandari (Bosscha Observatory) (Ballroom III)
16:00	O15 - Connecting Classrooms to the Universe: Enhancing Astronomy Education through Planetariums - Mr Sanghyun Ha (METASPACE / Korea National University of Education) (Ballroom III)
16:15	O16 - Celestial Sphere Project - Affordable and mass produced model of the celestial sphere - Matipon Tangmatitham (National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT)) (Ballroom III)
16:30	O17 - Comparative analysis of Astronomy and Space Science topics in the middle and high school curricula of Vietnam and the Philippines - PAUL CHRISTIAN YANG-ED (Laniakea Ventures) (Ballroom III)
16:45	O18 - Astronomy Research-Based Learning as an Alternative to Classroom Education - sawatkamol pichadee (Ballroom III)
15:15	Contributor Session (until 17:00) (Ballroom II)
15:15	O05 - Communicating Astronomy in the Philippines: Themes, Trends, and Trajectories - Mark Ivan Roblas (Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development) (Ballroom II) Communicating Astronomy in the Philippines: Themes, Trends, and Trajectories
15:30	O06 - Expanding Astronomy Outreach: An Adult-Centered Online Program for Parents in Indonesia - Ajeng Tri Handini (langitselatan) (Ballroom II)
15:45	O07 - Fake News: Turning Social Media Panic into Astronomy Learning Moments. - Piriyaporn Sabhasri (Ballroom II)
16:00	O08 - Communicating Astronomy Through Social Media: The Astronomical Diary Video Series - Rizzalyn Joy Agustin (DOST-PAGASA) (Ballroom II)
16:15	O09 - Bringing Astronomy to the Public: The Development of “Starry Night over Bangkok” and “Starry Night in the Park” as Innovative Public Astronomy Engagement Programs - Mr suparerk karuehanon (National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (Public Organization)) (Ballroom II)
16:30	O10 - Democratizing Access to the Cosmos: The Role of Local Astronomy Organizations in Promoting Science Literacy - Mr Mark Anthony Aguilando (Valenzuela City League of Astronomy Enthusiasts (V-CLUE)) (Ballroom II)
16:45	O11 - Connecting People through Astronomy: A Decade of Regional Cooperation, Education, and Outreach with the IAU South West and Central Asian Regional Office of Astronomy for Development (SWCA ROAD) - Mrs Ani Davtyan (Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory (BAO)) (Ballroom II)
17:00	Poster Session (until 18:00) ()
18:00	Ceremony (until 21:00) ()

12:00	--- Lunch ---
13:00	Workshop (until 15:00) (Ballroom II)
13:00	W03 - Teaching Earth's Rotation Through a Shadow Compass Learning Kit: An Inquiry-Based Astronomy Education Approach in Cebu, Philippines - Ms Krystal Marie Ytang (Cebu Technological University ) (Ballroom II)
14:00	W05 - Create your own Planetarium Script Workshop - Mr Roumjer Jomes Mojado (DOST-PAGASA) (Ballroom II)
13:00	Workshop (until 15:00) (Ballroom III)
13:00	W04 - Classify that star: H-R Diagram Workshop - Matipon Tangmatitham (National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT)) (Ballroom III)
14:00	W06 - THE MYSTERIES OF LIGHT & GLOW - Siwarut Ploydang (National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT)) (Ballroom III)
15:00	--- Coffee Break ---
15:15	Excursion (until 21:00) ()

12:00	--- Lunch ---
13:00	Workshop (until 14:00) (Ballroom II)
13:00	W07 - Modern Planetary Imaging and the Latest Image Processing - Mr Christopher Go (Ballroom II)
13:00	Workshop (until 14:00) (Ballroom III)
13:00	W08 - Co-Lab: Creating Accessible Astronomy Design Workshop - Julie Ann Delda (Ballroom III)
14:00	Contributor Session (until 15:15) (Ballroom II)
14:00	O43 - Star-Counting Grid Frame: A Low-Cost Educational and Citizen-Science Tool for Monitoring Light Pollution and Night Sky Visibility in Cebu, Philippines - Mr John Roy Roblon (Cebu Technological University) (Ballroom II)
14:15	O44 - Raising Dark Sky tourism and Light pollution awareness : The Amazing Dark Sky in Thailand - Farprakay Jiarakoopt (NARIT) (Ballroom II)
14:30	O45 - Building a Sustainable Dark Sky Movement in the Philippines: An Organizational Development Framework for Advancing Dark Sky Conservation - Ms Martine Joy Irog (DarkSky International) (Ballroom II)
14:45	O46 - Designing Darkness: From a Phuket Luxury Resort to Accessible Astrotourism for Everyone. - Natcha Boonroj (Ballroom II)
15:00	O47 - Dark and Quiet Skies: An In-House Astronomy Camp for PAGASA Employees - Mr Roumjer Jomes Mojado (DOST-PAGASA) (Ballroom II)
14:00	Contributor Session (until 15:15) (Ballroom III)
14:00	O48 - Multidisciplinary Visualization for Thai Space Science Communication - Nattanon Dungsunenarn (Spaceth.co) (Ballroom III)
14:15	O49 - JUST LOOK UP: ASTRONOMY NIGHTS AS A MODEL FOR EXPERIENTIAL SCIENCE - Rey Niño Baguio (Mr) (Ballroom III)
14:30	O50 - From Abstract Space Science to Hands-on Inquiry: A Pilot Learning Framework for Children Aged 9–12 - DANUPON MARKJARD (National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT)) (Ballroom III)
14:45	O51 - How (not) to communicate astrobiology - Mr Tan Vu Nguyen (Vietnamese Astronomical Society) (Ballroom III)
15:00	O52 - Mapping Astronomy Engagement Opportunities in the Philippines: A National Baseline Assessment of Availability, Distribution, and Descriptive Accessibility - Ms Cindy Lou Macahilos (Xperthink: Science on the Go \| Former Research Intern - National Astrononomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT)) (Ballroom III)
15:15	--- Coffee Break ---
15:45	Keynote (until 16:15) ()
15:45	K10 - Astronomy in Vietnam: An Overview and Recent Progress - Quynh Lan Nguyen ()
16:00	K11 - Cosmic Encounter: When Space Rocks Become Extraordinary - Mr Mar Christian Cruz (National Museum of the Philippines) ()
16:15	Ceremony (until 17:00) ()