News
Thirty Meter Telescope Community Survey Responses Due Monday
30 Sep 2014
The US Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT) Science Working Group seeks input on how you would use TMT for your scientific research and on how to maximize the facility's scientific return. Deadline: 6 October 2014.
Professional Development Workshops at AAS 225 in Seattle
29 September 2014
The AAS Employment Committee and others have arranged an excellent lineup of professional development workshops at the winter meeting in Seattle, Washington. Register now!
ASU Origins Project Establishes New Annual Prize for Postdocs
26 September 2014
A $10,000 prize lectureship for the best postdoctoral scholar from all fields related to origins is being offered by the Origins Project at Arizona State University. Nomination deadline: 1 December 2014.
Applications Invited for OSTP Internship Program
24 Sep 2014
The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy seeks applications for its Spring 2015 Internship Program from college students who are US citizens. Deadline: 17 October 2014.
IAU Activities and Deadlines of Interest to US Astronomers
24 Sep 2014
Lynne Hillenbrand, chair of the US National Committee for the International Astronomical Union, shares information about next year's General Assembly. IAU membership applications are due 15 December 2014.
A District Visit with My Congressional Representative
24 September 2014
In this guest post, Jason Steffen (Northwestern University) describes his recent local visit with his House representative, Randy Hultgren. With Congress in recess, now is a good time to do a visit of your own!
Open Access JAI Invites Submissions for Peer Review
24 Sep 2014
The Journal of Astronomical Instrumentation (JAI) publishes papers describing astronomical instruments proposed, developed, under construction, and in use. Submissions are welcome!
News from NSF Division of Astronomical Sciences (AST)
22 Sep 2014
AST director Jim Ulvestad provides updates on AAG research grants, the Large Synoptic Survey Telescope, the Mid-Scale Innovations Program, and the NRC study of the US OIR system.
Apply Now to Join the International Astronomical Union
22 Sep 2014
The US National Committee for the IAU is now accepting applications for individual membership from US astronomers at least three years past completion of their PhD. Deadline: 15 December 2014.
AIP Seeks Applicants for State Department Fellowship
22 Sep 2014
The American Institute of Physics invites applications for its 2015-2016 State Department Science Fellowship, which is cosponsored by the AAS. Deadline: 1 November 2014.
Get Ready for Your Close-up at the 225th AAS Meeting
19 September 2014
Learn how to communicate more effectively with the press and public by attending the AAS/NRAO Science Communication Workshop on Sunday afternoon, 4 January, in Seattle.
Renew Your AAS Membership Today!
18 September 2014
With no dues increase and a "stellar" lineup of benefits, there isn't a better time than now to renew your commitment to the AAS.
White Papers for OIR System Study: Now Open for Submissions
18 Sep 2014
The National Research Council’s Optical and Infrared System Study Committee requests white papers from the astronomy community to aid its work. Deadline: 6 October 2014.
AAS Welcomes New Staffers to Membership & Meetings Teams
18 Sep 2014
Our membership and meetings teams are back up to full strength with the arrival of Diane Frendak, Director of Membership Services, and Lynn Ervin, Meeting Services Specialist.
Coffee Meets Cosmos in the Great Pacific Northwest
17 September 2014
Grab your coffee mug and make your travel plans for the 225th AAS meeting, when the Society returns to the Washington State Convention Center in Seattle, 4-8 January 2015.