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NASA-NSF Exoplanet Observational Research Partnership
4 Feb 2015
A new alliance between NASA and the National Science Foundation will enable a community-based exoplanet research program in support of NSF research interests and NASA mission goals.
Proposals Invited for WIYN Semester 2015B
4 Feb 2015
Observing proposals targeted to general exoplanet-related research are sought for the period August 2015 through January 2016 on the WIYN 3.5-meter telescope. Deadline: 31 March 2015.
Nominations Open for IUPAP Young Scientist Prizes
2 Feb 2015
The International Union of Pure and Applied Physics seeks nominations for its 2014 and 2015 Young Scientist Prizes in astrophysics. Each includes a medal and 1,000-euro cash award. Deadline: 1 June 2015.
February 2015 Issue of Physics Today Is Online & in the Mail
2 February 2015
Everyone who belongs to the AAS receives the magazine Physics Today as a member benefit. The latest issue is now en route to subscribers' mailboxes and can be accessed online.
AAS Member Anniversaries in 2015
2 February 2015
For their commitment and service to the Society, we annually acknowledge and thank our members reaching their 25th, 30th, 35th, etc. anniversaries. Please let us know if your name is missing from this year's list.
Public & Scientists Are Poles Apart on Science-Related Issues
30 January 2015
Despite similar views about the overall place of science in America, the general public and scientists often see science-related issues through very different lenses, according to a new pair of surveys.
Why You Should Participate in CVD & Advocate for Astronomy
28 January 2015
Kelly Korreck describes why she enjoyed Congressional Visits Day last year and encourages all fellow AAS members to volunteer to participate and to advocate for the astronomical sciences.
Please Consider Becoming a Harlow Shapley Visiting Lecturer!
28 January 2015
The AAS seeks full members interested in making 2- to 3-day visits to community colleges and minority-serving institutions that don't grant degrees in astronomy.
An Update on the AAS/IOP Publishing eBook Program
28 January 2015
The AAS and IOP Publishing have launched a new electronic book publishing partnership, and we're now seeking authors as we prepare to start publishing books, reviews, and monographs in 2017.
NSO Observing Proposals Are Due on 15 February
27 Jan 2015
The National Solar Observatory welcomes proposals to use its telescopes on Sacramento Peak in New Mexico and/or Kitt Peak in Arizona during the 2nd quarter of 2015.
It's Not Too Late to Renew Your AAS Membership
27 January 2015
Supporting your Society is supporting your discipline — and enabling your Society to support you, too, in your research, teaching, and other professional activities. Renew today to avoid a lapse in benefits!
Applications Are Now Open for ComSciCon 2015
22 January 2015
Graduate students currently in residence at a US institution are invited to apply for the third annual Communicating Science Workshop to be held 18-20 June 2015 in Cambridge, MA. Deadline: 1 March 2015.
AAS Astronomy Ambassadors: Outreach from Coast to Coast
21 January 2015
More than 100 early-career AAS members have been trained in effective science education and public outreach and are actively engaging audiences all across the US in the excitement of modern astronomy.
Travel Grants Are Still Available for the IAU General Assembly
21 January 2015
Individuals at US institutions are welcome to apply for support for airline travel to the August 2015 IAU General Assembly in Honolulu, Hawaii. Deadline: 1 April (extended from 9 January).
Chambliss Student Poster Awards for AAS 225
16 January 2015
Results are in from the 225th AAS meeting in Seattle: 22 graduate students and undergraduates are receiving Chambliss medals or award certificates to honor their winning poster presentations.