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Career Profile: Astronomer to Patent Examiner
19 Sep 2013
In this installment from the AAS Career Profiles series, cosponsored by the Committee on the Status of Women in Astronomy and the Committee on Employment, Dr. Cara Rakowski describes her transition from astronomer to...
Murchison Widefield Array: Call For Proposals for Semester 2014A
17 Sep 2013
The Murchison Widefield Array (MWA) low-frequency radio telescope in Western Australia invites shared-risk observing proposals for the period 1 January 2014 through 30 June 2014. Deadline: 15 October 2013.
Subscribe to the AASWomen Newsletter
17 Sep 2013
AASWomen is the weekly electronic publication of the AAS Committee on the Status of Women in Astronomy (CSWA). It consists of news, advice, and job postings relevant to women in astronomy.
Nominations Sought for 2014 NSF Alan T. Waterman Award
13 September 2013
The National Science Foundation is now accepting nominations for the 2014 Waterman Award in recognition of the talent, creativity, and influence of a singular young researcher. The Waterman Award is NSF's highest honor...
Two New Golden Goose Awards for Science with Societal Impact
12 September 2013
The Golden Goose Award celebrates scientists whose federally funded research seemed odd or obscure but turned out to have a significant, positive impact on society. The latest recipients are the researchers behind an...
New Visiting Fellowship for Senior Women in Astronomy
11 September 2013
The International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research in Western Australia has announced the creation of a new and unique fellowship aimed at providing senior female astronomers with the opportunity to visit ICRAR and...
Calling All 40-Year-Plus and Emeritus Members!
9 September 2013
The AAS is reaching out to its emeritus members and those who have belonged to the Society for at least 40 years to recognize them for their long-term support and to explore how better to serve them.
Needed: Judges for Student Posters at the Winter AAS Meeting
5 September 2013
The AAS Executive Office seeks volunteers to judge posters for the Chambliss Astronomy Achievement Student Awards at the 223rd AAS meeting in Washington, DC, in January 2014. You can sign up when you register or submit...
NOAO Proposals for Semester 2014A Due Soon
5 Sep 2013
The National Optical Astronomy Observatory invites observing proposals for the period 1 February - 31 July 2014. Time is available on telescopes at Kitt Peak, Cerro Tololo, Mauna Kea, and other observatories. Deadline...
Applications Invited for the APS/AIP Science & Technology Postdoc
4 September 2013
The American Physical Society and American Institute of Physics will jointly sponsor a science policy fellowship at the US Dept. of Education. The selected fellow will spend up to two years working on science, technology...
New Report on Women Among Physics & Astronomy Faculty
26 Aug 2013
The AIP Statistical Research Center's latest publication shows that the representation of women among physics faculty members continues to grow, reaching 14% in 2010. In astronomy-only departments, women account for 19%...
Call for Nominations: 2014 Vannevar Bush & Public Service Awards
2 September 2013
The National Science Board seeks nominations for its 2014 awards honoring exemplary science leadership and public service. Deadline: 30 October 2013.
Observe with the NASA Infrared Telescope Facility
29 Aug 2013
NASA invites observing proposals for the Infrared Telescope Facility on Mauna Kea, Hawaii, for the 2014A semester. Deadline: 1 October 2013.
Preliminary Slate for the 2014 AAS Election & Call for More Nominations
27 Aug 2013
AAS members will elect new officers and councilors in early 2014. A preliminary slate of candidates is now in hand, and additional nominations are welcome. Deadline: 16 September.
From the Executive Office
29 Aug 2013
With Executive Officer Kevin Marvel on sabbatical, other managers on the AAS staff are taking turns writing this column. In this installment, Kim Earle, Director of Meeting Services, reports on the inaugural events in...