Proceedings of the Colloquium “Instability and Evolution of Stars” dedicated to Ludwik Mirzoyan’s 90^th anniversary, held on 26-28 August 2013 in Byurakan, Armenia

H. A. Harutyunian, N. D. Melikian, E. H. Nikoghosyan (Eds.)

Yerevan, NAS RA “Gitutyun” Publishing House, ISBN 978-5-8080-1126-7, 158 p., Jan 2015 (in English)

These Proceedings present the papers reported at the Colloquium dedicated to Ludwik Mirzoyan’s 90^th anniversary held in 2013 in Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory. The book is divided into 4 parts according to the sessions of the Colloquium. The presented papers reflect nearly all main topics of scientific investigations in both Byurakan and Abastumani observatories. The book also includes a Preface by the editors, the List of participants of the colloquium and Author index at the end.

Proceedings of Archaeoastronomical Meeting “Astronomical Heritage in the National Culture” dedicated to Anania Shirakatsi’s 1400^th Birthday Anniversary and XI Annual Meeting of the Armenian Astronomical Society

H. A. Harutyunian, A. M. Mickaelian, E. S. Parsamian (Eds.)

Yerevan, NAS RA “Gitutyun” Publishing House, ISBN 978-5-8080-1115-1, 220 p., Oct 2014 (in Armenian)

The book contains Proceedings of the Archaeoastronomical Meeting “Astronomical Heritage in the National Culture” Dedicated to Anania Shirakatsi’s 1400th Anniversary and XI Annual Meeting of the Armenian Astronomical Society. It consists of 3 main sections: “Astronomical Heritage”, “Anania Shirakatsi” and “Modern Astronomy”, as well as Literature about Anania Shirakatsi is included. The book may be interesting for astronomers, historians, archaeologists, linguists, students and other readers.

Viktor Ambartsumian: Life and Activities

A. M. Mickaelian

Yerevan, “Antares” Publishing House, ISBN 978-9939-51-678-3, 48 p., Sep 2014 (in English)

The booklet is dedicated to the outstanding Armenian astronomer and one of the great scientists of the XX century Viktor Ambartsumian. He has fundamentally contributed in various fields of astronomy and astrophysics, cosmogony, theoretical physics, mathematics, and philosophy. Ambartsumian was a great organizer of science, important political and public figure. He was the Director of BAO in 1946-1988, the President of the Armenian Academy of Sciences in 1947-1993, the President of the International Astronomical Union (IAU) in 1961-1964 and the President of the International Council of Scientific Unions (ICSU) in 1968-1972.

Proceedings of IAU Symposium #304 “Multiwavelength AGN Surveys and Studies” dedicated to Beniamin Markarian’s 100^th anniversary, held on 7-11 October 2013 in Yerevan, Armenia

A. M. Mickaelian, D. B. Sanders (Eds.)

Cambridge, Cambridge University Press, ISBN 978-110704524-8, 470 p. Aug 2014 (in English)

AGN are among the most interesting objects in the Universe. The book addresses the most important questions in this area: understanding the possible evolutionary and/or physical connections between the different classes of AGN; the relation of AGN to their host galaxies; and understanding the true fraction of heavily obscured AGN to determine the true AGN luminosity function and its evolution. The topics include: historical surveys, multiwavelength AGN surveys, AGN statistics, unification and other models of AGN, AGN feedback in galaxies and clusters, their host galaxies and environments, binary AGN and merging supermassive black holes, AGN variability, and future large projects. There are 28 invited and 51 contributed talks and 60 posters, as well as Preface, Lists of Organizers, List of Participants, an article dedicated to Beniamin Markarian and Author Index.

Beniamin Markarian

A. M. Mickaelian

Yerevan, “EditPrint” Publishing House, 28 p., Oct 2013 (in English)

The booklet is dedicated to the great Armenian astronomer Beniamin Markarian. Due to his efforts the famous Byurakan surveys have been accomplished and ultraviolet excess galaxies have been discovered, later named after him. The Armenian astronomy is well-known throughout the world as due to Viktor Ambartsumian’s, so as to Markarian’s works, and Markarian galaxies are being studied by numerous ground-based and space telescopes along the whole range of electromagnetic radiation.

From the Deep of Ages to the Universe

A. E. Grigoryan

Yerevan, “Tigran Metz” Publishing House, ISBN 978-9939-0-0714-4, 464 p., June 2013 (in Armenian)

A fascinating popular science story about the cognizing race of mankind in aeronautics, aviation, astronomy and astronautics starting from ancient ages to our time, as well as about the man-kind’s space future. This book leads the reader from simplest and ordinary notions to deep and encyclopaedic knowledge in natural science and technology, awakes inquisitiveness, develops ability and tendency to creative research and investigation, as well as gives a comprehensive conception of Universe and the history of its study. The contribution of the Armenian nation and its famous scientists to the described areas is specifically presented. The book is interesting and useful for a wide range of readers (especially secondary and high school students, teachers of natural sciences, amateur astronomers, and generally any inquisitive person).

Ludwik Mirzoyan. A Life Devoted to Byurakan

N. L. Mirzoyan

Yerevan, “Tigran Metz” Publishing House, 192 p., May 2013 (in Armenian)

The book is devoted to the distinguished astrophysicist Prof. Ludwik Mirzoyan’s (1923-1999) life and activities. Together with his teacher Viktor Ambartsumian, for 3 decades he has led the Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory. The author, Mirzoyan’s daughter, for the first time used her father’s memoirs, materials of his personal archive, as well as memoirs of contemporaries and tried to recover the atmosphere, where the scientist lived and worked. The author tried to present the overall image of Mirzoyan scientist, teacher and human.

Anania Shirakatsi

L. S. Nazaryan

Yerevan, St. Ejmiatzin Publishing House, ISBN , 242 p., 2013 (in Armenian)

Anania Shirakatsi (612-685) is one of the greatest scientists who made an important contribution to the field of exact sciences in Armenia, a brilliant scientist and philosopher of the 7th century; actually the founder of exact sciences in Armenian reality. Out of Shirakatsi’s rich heritage only some fragments of his works in the fields of Mathematics, Cosmography, Calendarology and Metrology got to us. The book “Anania Shirakatsi” is devoted to Anania Shirakatsi’s 1400^th anniversary and is in fact the 2^nd updated and revised edition of the previously published book in 2006.

Viktor A. Ambartsumian’s Descendants

R. H. Sargsyan

Yerevan, “Lusakn” Publishing House, ISBN 978-9939-834-32-0, 144 p., 2012 (in Armenian and English)

Some episodes of worldwide astrophysicist Viktor Ambartsumian’s life and scientific activity are given, as well as the Armenian participants and winners of the International Astronomy Olympiads are presented in the book who are Viktor Ambartsumian’s worthy descendants. This book can interest and inspire the talented youth and sow love in them towards astronomy. 

Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory. Photobooklet

A. M. Mickaelian, G. A. Mikayelyan

Yerevan, “EditPrint” Publishing House, 12 p., Sep 2012 (in English and Armenian)

A booklet with photos of Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory: main building, telescopes (2.6m telescope, 1m Schmidt telescope, 50cm and 40cm reflectors), guest house, Viktor Ambartsumian museum, laboratory building, conference hall, territory, and sky objects. This booklet may be used as a visiting card for the Observatory.

Proceedings of the Conference of Young Scientists of CIS Countries “50 years of Cosmic Era: Real and Virtual Studies of the Sky”, held on 21-25 Nov 2011 in Yerevan, Armenia

A. M. Mickaelian, O. Yu. Malkov, N. N. Samus (Eds.)

Yerevan, “EditPrint” Publishing House, 252 p., May 2012 (in Russian and English)

The Young Scientists Conference “50 Years of Cosmic Era: Real and Virtual Studies of the Sky” was dedicated to the 50^th anniversary of Yuri Gagarin’s flight to the Space. The main goal of the Conference was to gather young scientists from CIS countries to familiarize them with the latest developments of Astrophysics and Space Physics, including the using of the latest technology and techniques. Among the participants of the conference there were 47 young scientists and researchers. There were 5 lectures and 2 practical exercises (tutorials), as well as each of the young participants had a short talk with presentation of his/her current research works. Altogether 38 talks were given.

Scientific-Popular Journal “In the World of Science”, 2012, Issue No. 3 devoted to Anania Shirakatsi’s 1400^th Anniversary

E. M. Ghazaryan (Editor-in-Chief)

Yerevan, NAS RA “Gitutyun” Publishing House, ISBN 1829-0345, 64 p., Aug 2012 (in Armenian)

This issue of the Scientific-Popular Journal of Armenian National Academy of Sciences “In the World of Science” is completely devoted to Anania Shirakatsi’s 100^th anniversary. Articles by Radik Martirosyan, Lilit Nazaryan, Sen Arevshatyan, Eduard Danielyan, Haik Harutyunian, Areg Mickaelian, Gohar Harutyunian, Spartak Rafaelyan, Julietta Einatyan, Karen Tokhatyan, Tatevik Shakhkulyan, as well as the list of Shirakatsi’s works and a list of books about Shirakatsi are given.

Ambartsumian’s Legacy and Active Universe

H. A. Harutyunian, D. M. Sedrakian, A. T. Kalloghlian, A. G. Nikoghossian (Eds.)

Springer Science+Business Media, LLC, ISBN 978-1-4614-0181-0, e ISBN 978-1-4614-0182-7 , 180 p., 2011 (in English)

The book is devoted to the scientific legacy of Professor Victor Ambartsumian – one of the distinguished scientists of the last century. He obtained very essential results not only in astrophysics, but also in mathematics and theoretical physics. One can recall his fundamental results concerning the Sturm-Liouville inverse problem, quantum field theory, structure of atomic nuclei etc. Nevertheless, his revolutionary ideas in astrophysics and corresponding results are known more widely and have predetermined the further development of this science. The concept about the activity phenomena and objects’ evolution, particularly, determination of the age of our Galaxy, ideas about the stars’ formation nowadays in stellar associations, the activity of galactic nuclei appeared to be exceptionally fruitful. These directions are being elaborated at many astronomical centers all over the world.

Viktor Ambartsumian. Most important scientific results

H. A. Harutyunian, A. M. Mickaelian

Yerevan, “EditPrint” Publishing House, 32 p., Oct 2011 (in English and Armenian)

The booklet presents Viktor Ambartsumian’s most important scientific results and is written for people interested in scientific heritage of the great scientist. The authors have made effort to distinguish Ambartsumian’s most important (altogether 16) scientific achievements, which have had significant, in some cases revolutionary impact on the development of astronomy and physics of the 20^th century. These results are presented in popular form to allow readers easily understand their meaning and make an understanding on Ambartsumian’s scientific greatness. Beside the scientific results the booklet also presents Ambartsumian’s brief biography and some maxims. This booklet is the revised version of a similar booklet published in 2008.

Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory

A. M. Mickaelian

Yerevan, “EditPrint” Publishing House, 64 p., Oct 2011 (in Armenian)

A popular booklet devoted to Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory (BAO). It is made as a visiting card and presents concise information about BAO: brief history, Viktor Ambartsumian’s biography, brief biographies of 11 other deserved scientists (B.E. Markarian, G.A. Gurzadyan, L.V. Mirzoyan, M.A. Arakelian, et al.), BAO telescopes (2.6m, 1m Schmidt, etc.) and other scientific instruments, scientific library and photographic plate archive, Byurakan surveys, scientific meetings, international collaboration, research staff, former BAO researchers and most important books related to Armenian astronomy. BAO is also presented as a centre for scientific tourism, one of the most visited in Armenia.

V. A. Ambartsumian. Selected papers. Vol. 1: Stars, Nebulae and Galaxies

G. Meylan (Ed.)

Cambridge, Cambridge Scientific Publishers, ISBN 978-1-904868-26-2, 350 p., 2011 (in English)

This important volume with a Foreword by Subramanian Chandrasekhar comprises selected papers by the celebrated astronomer Victor A. Ambartsumian. Section I contains papers relating to nebulae; Section II contains papers on stellar dynamics; Section III contains papers on radiative transfer; Section IV includes papers on interstellar absorption. The volume provides a useful source of reference for postgraduates and researchers in astronomy and astrophysics. It is the English version of V.A. Ambartsumian’s Selected Papers published in 1960.

Ambartsumian. Stages of life and scientific concepts

Yu. L. Shahbazyan

Moscow, “Molodaya Gvardiya” Publishing House, ISBN 978-5-235-03437-2, 304 p., Apr 2011 (in Russian)

Astrophysicist Viktor Amazasp Ambartsumian (1908-1996) is one of the greatest minds of those who turned out to reverse world of mankind. His scientific concept revolutionized astronomy of XX century and is recognized by scientists throughout the world. He was the founder of Soviet Theoretical Astrophysics and National Hero of Armenia. The author made an attempt to understand the unique creative world of the scientist and, where possible, to talk about Ambartsumian’s life and scientific achievements and his scientific school.

Proceedings of the Conference “Evolution of Cosmic Objects through their Physical Activity” dedicated to Viktor Ambartsumian’s 100th anniversary, held on 15-18 Sep 2008 in Yerevan-Byurakan, Armenia

H. A. Harutyunian, A. M. Mickaelian, Y. Terzian (Eds.)

Yerevan, NAS RA “Gitutyun” Publishing House, ISBN 978-5-8080-0834-2, 355 p., Nov 2010 (in English)

The book presents papers of the Proceedings of the conference dedicated to Viktor Ambarstumian’s 100^th anniversary held on 15-18 Sep 2008 in Yerevan and Byurakan. It is divided into 5 parts related to the sessions held during the conference: Stars and Nebulae, Pulsars / Neutron Stars, Activity in Galaxies, Cosmology, Light Scattering and Radiative Transfer, and Miscellanea. All these fields reflect extremely productive results and achievements obtained by Viktor Ambarstumian during his long scientific life. The book also includes a Preface by the editors, List of participants, Report on the opening session at NAS RA, and Author Index.

Victor Ambartsumian

H. A. Harutyunian

Yerevan, “Hayagitak” Publishing House, 28 p., Sep 2010 (in Armenian, Russian and English)

A brief summary of the great scientist Victor Ambartsumian ‘s life and activities. The booklet was published on the occasion of the first award ceremony of Victor Ambartsumian International Prize in 2010.

Earth and the whole world. Revealed Universe

G. V. Zheleznyak

Yerevan, “Antares” Publishing House, ISBN 978-9939-51-154-2, 192 p., 2010 (in Armenian, translated from Russian)

This book opens the way to infinite Universe, narrates about Planets, satellites, stars, comets, galaxies, dark holes and the beauty of distant worlds. The contents present some history of astronomy, stars and galaxies, Solar System, Solar System small bodies, Starry Sky, Man and the Universe, as well as Appendices, Glossary, Subject Index and Literature.

Evolution of the Universe according to V.A. Ambartsumian

R. H. Sargsyan

Yerevan, “Lusakn” Publishing House, 48 p., 2010 (in Armenian, Russian and English)

The book presents different materials about Viktor Ambartsumian: memoirs, conversations, his talk for young astronomers, interviews etc. It is aimed at a wide range of people interested in astronomy and especially at young generation.

Man and the Universe

R. H. Sargsyan

Yerevan, “Lusakn” Publishing House, ISBN 978-99941-2-368-1, 48 p., 2010 (in Armenian)

The book presents some arguments for revealing Cosmic mysteries, as well as recent photos obtained by Hubble Space Telescope and ground-based telescopes, images and structural analysis of the Moon, constellations, galaxies and their nuclei. This book may serve as an additional educational textbook for pupils and people interested in astronomy.

The Digitized First Byurakan Survey

E. Massaro, A. M. Mickaelian, R. Nesci, D. Weedman (Eds.)

Rome, ARACNE Editrice, ISBN 978-88-548-2421-8, 78 p., Dec 2008 (in English)

One of the most important achievements of modern astronomy was the understanding of the role of variability phenomena in the general evolution of the Universe. The "historic" nature of astronomical research has become therefore more evident. In frame of a collaboration between Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory (Armenia), University La Sapienza (Italy) and Cornell University (USA), the large collection of the First Byurakan Survey (FBS) spectral astronomical plates were digitized. FBS was carried out by B. E. Markarian et al. in 1965-1980 and covers a large part of the sky. The results are freely accessible through a dedicated web interface. This book describes the history of the FBS, most important results obtained with it, and presents the electronic version (Digitized First Byurakan Survey, DFBS). It describes also in detail the procedures for its scientific use and some examples of research with the DFBS.

Victor Ambartsumian

H. A. Harutyunian, A. M. Mickaelian

Yerevan, “EditPrint” Publishing House, 20 p., Sep 2008 (in English and Armenian)

The booklet is devoted to Victor Ambartsumian’s 100^th anniversary and presents his most important scientific results. It is written in a popular form for people interested in scientific heritage of the great scientist. The authors have made effort to distinguish Ambartsumian’s most important (altogether 20) scientific achievements, which have had significant, in some cases revolutionary impact on the development of astronomy and physics of the 20^th century. Beside the scientific results the booklet also presents Ambartsumian’s brief biography and some maxims.

The Byurakan Observatory (5^th Edition)

A. M. Mickaelian

Yerevan, “EditPrint” Publishing House, 48 p., Sep 2008 (in English)

A popular booklet devoted to Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory (BAO). It is made as a visiting card and presents concise information about BAO: brief history, Viktor Ambartsumian’s biography, brief biographies of 6 other deserved scientists (B.E. Markarian, G.A. Gurzadyan, L.V. Mirzoyan, M.A. Arakelian, H.M. Tovmasian and R.M. Muradian), BAO telescopes (2.6m, 1m Schmidt, etc.) and other scientific instruments, scientific library and photographic plate archive, Byurakan surveys, scientific meetings, international collaboration, research staff, former BAO researchers and most important books related to Armenian astronomy.

Victor Ambartsumian

E. S. Parsamian (Compiler)

Yerevan, NAS RA “Gitutyun” Publishing House, ISBN 978-5-8080-0742-0, 556 p., Sep 2008 (in Armenian, Russian and English)

The book is devoted to the great scientist, founder of the school of theoretical astrophysics, national pride of Armenian people Victor Ambartsumian’s life and activities. Memoirs of well-known scientists, Ambartsumian’s students, colleagues and contemporaries are included in the book about a person, who left an indelible mark in XX century’s astrophysics, theoretical physics and mathematics. There also is a section “V. Ambartsumian about life, science and himself”, where pages from his interviews, talks and articles are included. The list of Ambartsumian’s research papers is given at the end.

Viktor Ambartsumian and Philosophy

G. A. Broutian (Ed.)

Yerevan, International Academy of Philosophy, ISBN 978-99941-847-7-4, 148 p., 2008 (in Armenian and Russian)

The book presents Proceedings of the scientific meeting dedicated to Viktor Ambartsumian’s 100^th anniversary. There are 7 talks by philosophers and historians, Ambartsumian’s paper on inverse problems in natural science, episodes from Ambartsumian’s philosophical activities, some other materials and the Editor’s article about Ambartsumian “Great thinker and great patriot”.

Viktor Ambartsumian. Biographical review, memoirs, documents and materials

G. Gharibjanyan

Yerevan, “Edit Print” Publishing House, ISBN 978-9939-52-036-0, 104 p., 2008 (in Armenian)

The book is a biographical review about the greatest astrophysicist of the XX century, outstanding scientist, great organizer of science, political and public figure, academician Viktor Ambartsumian’s life and activities. Interesting episodes from the author’s memoirs are presented. Valuable documents and materials, including those published for the first time are given in appendices. The book is aimed at wide range of readers.   

Scientific-Popular Journal “In the World of Science”, 2008, Issue No. 2-3 devoted to Viktor Ambartsumian’s 100^th Anniversary

E. M. Ghazaryan (Editor-in-Chief)

Yerevan, NAS RA “Gitutyun” Publishing House, ISBN 1829-0345, 100 p., Aug 2008 (in Armenian)

This issue of the Scientific-Popular Journal of Armenian National Academy of Sciences “In the World of Science” is completely devoted to Viktor Ambartsumian’s 100^th anniversary. Articles by Subramanian Chandrasekhar, Davit Sedrakian, Halton Arp, writer Zori Balayan, Alexandr Boyarchuk, Elma Parsamian, Geoffrey Burbidge, Francesco Bertola, Norair Yengibarian, Haik Harutyunian and others, interviews with NAS RA two presidents Fadey Sargsyan and Radik Martirosyan, as well as Ambartsumian’s talk at Young Scientists’ Conference are given.

Voyage in the Solar System

R. H. Sargsyan, A. A. Hovsepyan

Yerevan, “Lusakn” Publishing House, 32 p., 2008 (in Armenian)

The book presents photos of Solar System members and their structural features. This book may serve as an additional educational textbook for pupils and people interested in astronomy.

Eternal Source of Light

R. H. Sargsyan

Yerevan, “Lusakn” Publishing House, 100 p., 2008 (in Armenian)

The book presents different materials about Viktor Ambartsumian: memoirs, conversations, his talk for young astronomers, interviews etc. It is aimed at a wide range of people interested in astronomy and especially at young generation.

JENAM-2007 Abstract Book

A. M. Mickaelian (Ed.)

European Space Research and Technology Centre (ESTEC), ESA Science Publishing, 120 p., Aug 2007 (in English)

Joint European and National Astronomy Meeting 2007 (JENAM-2007) was named “Our Non-Stable Universe”. It was organized by EAS and ArAS in Yerevan, Armenia. The book present abstracts submitted to JENAM-2007 8 symposia and 6 special sessions. Author Index is given at the end. 

Viktor Ambartsumian. Miniatures from the world of my memories

G. A. Broutian

Yerevan, Zangak-97, ISBN 978-99941-1-402-3, 80 p., 2007 (in Armenian)

The book in a form of miniatures presents a description of the great Armenian scientist, genius Viktor Ambartsumian's some episodes of life. It is complemented with a number of rare photographs given for the first time. The book is aimed at wide range of readers.  

Anania Shirakatsi. The great thinker and scientist of Middle Ages

L. S. Nazaryan

Yerevan, Anania Shirakatsi College, ISBN 99941–1–204–X, 192 p., 2006 (in Armenian)

This monograph is devoted to the 7^th century genius scientist-philosopher Anania Shirakatsi’s life and activities. An analysis of his scientific works is given. The book is aimed at philosophers, historians, armenologists, and representatives of natural sciences.

The Universe in a palm. Essays (2^nd Edition)

G. A. Gurzadyan

Yerevan, “Zangak-97” Publishing House, 472 p., 2005 (in Armenian)

The World of Galaxies. An essay about the Universe

G. A. Gurzadyan

Yerevan, “Zangak-97” Publishing House, 104 p., 2004 (in Armenian)

Cosmic Catastrophe

G. A. Gurzadyan

Yerevan, “Zangak-97” Publishing House, 371 p., 2004 (in Armenian)

Academician V.A. Ambartsumian. Life Episodes

K. V. Shahbazyan (Compiler)

Yerevan, NAS RA “Gitutyun” Publishing House, ISBN 99930-78-14-x, 144 p., 2003 (in Armenian)

Memoirs of academician Victor Amazasp Ambartsumian are presented in this book, which relate to his many-sided activities as a scientist and a political figure. Ambartsumian’s two articles contain popular description of his scientific ideas. The book is complemented by fragments of memoirs of the scientist’s father, poet and philosopher Amazasp Asatur Ambartsumian. The book is aimed at wide range of readers.

Proceedings of IAU Colloquium #184 “AGN Surveys” dedicated to Beniamin Markarian, held on 18-22 June 2001 in Byurakan, Armenia

R. F. Green, E. Ye. Khachikian, D. B. Sanders (Eds.)

San Francisco, CA, Astronomical Society of the Pacific (ASP) Conference Series, Vol. 284, ISBN 1-58381-127-3, 426 p., Dec 2002 (in English)

The IAU Colloquium #184 “AGN Surveys” was devoted to the memory of B.E. Markarian, who carried out the first systematic survey for AGNs. AGN surveys are the source for the most interesting objects in the Universe: QSOs, Seyfert galaxies, blazars, radiogalaxies, LINERs, etc. The scientific topics are: spectral and colorimetric surveys for AGN; surveys for UV-excess galaxies; AGN from IR/submm surveys: IRAS, ISO, SCUBA, SIRTF; AGN from radio surveys: NVSS, FIRST, and others; AGN from X-ray surveys: ROSAT, ASCA, BeppoSAX, Chandra, XMM; AGN statistics and cross-correlation of multiwavelength surveys; Physics and Cosmological Evolution of AGN; Study of Unique AGN; Digital Surveys and their Advantage; Future Giant Projects; and The Phenomena of Activity.

Space Dynamics

G. A. Gurzadyan

London, “Taylor and Francis”, ISBN 0 415-28202-0, 190 p., 2002 (in English)

Beniamin Markarian

A. M. Mickaelian (Ed.)

Yerevan, “Stampa” Publishing House, 64 p., June 2001 (in English)

A booklet devoted to the great Armenian astrophysicist Beniamin Markarian (1913-1985). He became famous due to his works; he worked hard for 50 years and left numerous valuable results. The famous Byurakan surveys, result of more than 20 years observations, valuable sources for discovery of thousands of interesting objects and study of the nearby Universe, are among the most important achievements of the 20th century’s astrophysics. The booklet is a collection of articles about Markarian; memoirs, his life and scientific achievements, publications and Byurakan Surveys.

The Byurakan Observatory (4^th Edition)

A. M. Mickaelian

Yerevan, “Stampa” Publishing House, 40 p., June 2001 (in English)

A popular booklet devoted to Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory (BAO). It is made as a visiting card and presents concise information about BAO: brief history, Viktor Ambartsumian’s biography, BAO telescopes (2.6m, 1m Schmidt, etc.) and other scientific instruments, scientific library and photographic plate archive, Byurakan surveys, scientific meetings, BAO map, international collaboration, research structure, research staff and most important books related to Armenian astronomy.

Astronomy 10. Textbook for 10^th form of secondary school

S. Ye. Nersisyan

Yerevan, “Areg” Publishing House, ISBN 99930-56-17-0, 128 p., 2001 (in Armenian)

This textbook is approved by Armenian Ministry of Education and Science for 10^th forms of secondary schools. The contents are as follows: Starry sky (acquaintance with the sky and constellations), Solar System structure, Solar System bodies and their physical nature, Sun and stars, Structure and evolution of the Universe, Achievements of Armenian astronomy and Supplementary tables.

Academician V.A. Ambartsumian. Life Episodes

K. V. Shahbazyan (Compiler)

Yerevan, NAS RA “Gitutyun” Publishing House, ISBN 5-8080-0477-2, 168 p., 2001 (in Russian)

Memoirs of academician Victor Amazasp Ambartsumian are presented in this book, which relate to his many-sided activities as a scientist and a political figure. Ambartsumian’s two articles contain popular description of his scientific ideas. The book is complemented by fragments of memoirs of the scientist’s father, poet and philosopher Amazasp Asatur Ambartsumian. The book is aimed at wide range of readers.

The Byurakan Observatory (3^rd Edition)

A. M. Mickaelian

Yerevan, BAO Publishing House, 36 p., Aug 2000 (in English)

A popular booklet devoted to Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory (BAO). It is made as a visiting card and presents concise information about BAO: brief history, Viktor Ambartsumian’s biography, BAO telescopes (2.6m, 1m Schmidt, etc.) and other scientific instruments, scientific library and photographic plate archive, Byurakan surveys, scientific meetings, international collaboration, research structure, research staff and most important books related to Armenian astronomy.

Starry Sky

S. Ye. Nersisyan

Yerevan, “Dar” Publishing House, ISBN 99930-845-1-4, 152 p., 2000 (in Armenian)

This is the first book in Armenian where full description of constellations are given, it is told about the legends on their origin and names, as well as how to find a given constellation or star among the sky mess. Contours of constellations and stellar maps will help in this. In addition, for each constellation, most interesting objects (binary and variable stars, star clusters, galaxies and nebulae) accessible for observations with school telescope are given. The book is aimed at both adults and children.