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Apply Now for an IAU Mini-Grant
22 Apr 2026
The International Astronomical Union (IAU) invites applications for mini-grants for innovative, community-based projects from the North American region that aim to foster inclusion, leadership, and participation of women...
Participation Invited for the Asia Pacific Regional Meeting of the International Astronomical Union
12 Feb 2026
The astronomy community is encouraged to submit abstracts and register for the 2026 Asia Pacific Regional Meeting of the International Astronomical Union, to be held 4–8 May in Hong Kong.
Apply for IAU Membership in 2026 by 31 December
4 Dec 2025
The International Astronomical Union (IAU) encourages applications for new Individual and Junior members to be admitted in 2026. Apply by 31 December 2025.
Apply for the 2025 Gruber Foundation Fellowship
24 Jan 2025
Students in the final months of their PhD program with a confirmed postdoctoral position or postdocs in their first year of appointment are encouraged to apply for this fellowship through the IAU. Deadline: 1 March.
Apply for IAU Membership in 2025 by 15 December
25 Oct 2024
The International Astronomical Union (IAU) encourages applications for new Individual and Junior members to be admitted in 2025. Apply by 15 December 2024.
Help African Astronomers Attend the IAU General Assembly
2 May 2024
Donate to the IAU African Astronomer Travel Fund to help African astronomers (including master's and PhD students) attend the 32nd International Astronomical Union General Assembly.
Proposal to Create a New IAU Commission on Space-Based Astronomy
1 Apr 2024
Members of the International Astronomical Union (IAU) are invited to read over and add your name to the proposal submitted to IAU to create a commission devoted to space-based astronomy.
IAU General Assembly 2024: Deadlines and Event Highlights
13 Feb 2024
The 32nd International Astronomical Union (IAU) General Assembly will be held on 6–15 August 2024 in South Africa. Abstract submissions and grant applications are due 1 March.
Abstract Submission Now Open for the 2024 IAU General Assembly
30 Nov 2023
The 32nd International Astronomical Union (IAU) General Assembly will be held on 6–15 August 2024 in South Africa. Abstract submissions and grant applications are open from 30 November 2023 to 1 March 2024.
Register Now for the 2024 IAU General Assembly in South Africa
14 Nov 2023
The 32nd International Astronomical Union (IAU) General Assembly will be held 6–15 August 2024 in Capetown, South Africa. Registration is now open.