Project Overview
HamSCI (Ham Radio Science Citizen Investigation) is a citizen science research initiative where students and amateur radio operators help scientists study Earth’s ionosphere using radio communication observations. Participants contribute to research related to space weather, solar activity, and atmospheric science.
Learning Outcomes
- Understanding Earth’s ionosphere and space weather
- Exposure to radio communication and atmospheric research
- Development of scientific observation and analytical skills
- Introduction to amateur radio and signal propagation
- STEM, electronics, and space science career awareness
Student Activities
- Observe radio signal behavior and propagation
- Participate in amateur radio science experiments
- Analyze ionospheric and space weather effects
- Record radio communication observations
- Contribute data to scientific research projects
Eligibility
- • Middle school to high school students
- • Beginner to intermediate participation level
- • Suitable for STEM clubs, astronomy clubs, and radio science programs
Program Duration
- • Flexible participation schedule
- • Suitable for workshops, observation campaigns, and long-term projects
- • Ongoing participation opportunities available
Participation Process
1
School/student registration
2
Orientation to amateur radio and ionosphere science
3
Access to observation tools and experiment guidelines
4
Students conduct radio observations and activities
5
Data submitted to the HamSCI research network
Resources Provided
- Amateur radio science guides
- Observation tutorials and experiment resources
- Space weather educational materials
- Signal propagation learning tools
- Participation support resources
Deliverables / Outputs
- Radio observation reports
- Signal propagation analysis summaries
- Student participation records
- Space weather activity logs
Recognition & Certification
- Participation recognition
- Exposure to real ionospheric and radio science research
- Opportunity to contribute to collaborative scientific investigations
School Benefits
- Combines astronomy, atmospheric science, and radio technology
- Enhances STEM and practical scientific learning
- Encourages experimentation, innovation, and teamwork
- Strengthens hands-on research and observation culture
Spaceadhyaan Support
Amateur radio science orientation sessions
Observation and experiment guidance
Student mentorship and onboarding
School participation coordination
Let Students Explore Space Weather Through Radio Science
Enable students to study Earth’s ionosphere, analyze radio signals, and contribute to real atmospheric and space weather research through HamSCI.