. About us . Divisions . Telescopes . Science . Publications . Education . Service . Contacts . December 22, 2015. In the hall of the SAO RAS laboratory building, a tea party concerning the resignation of Yury Y. Balega, the SAO RAS director, took place. The staff thanked Yury Balega for the years he spent as a director. They told him a plenty of warm words, presented gifts and flowers. Any questions to webmaster . Last update: 30/12/2015