The American Astronomical Society (AAS), established in 1899, is the major organization for professional astronomers in North America. It serves as a hub for physicists, mathematicians, geologists, engineers, and others with research interests in astronomy. The AAS enhances and shares humanity's scientific understanding of the universe by disseminating research through publications, facilitating interactions among members via meetings, and representing the goals of its community to the nation and the world. They also work with other societies to advance science, support the next generation of astronomers, and promote increased participation of underrepresented groups in astronomy.
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NASA plans to select mission concepts for study at the January 2027 American Astronomical Society conference.
The American Astronomical Society submitted a petition to deny SpaceX’s proposed orbital data center constellation, calling the planned constellation an unprecedented threat to the visual integrity of the night sky.
Dr. Martin Elvis is past-Chair of the Hubble Space Telescope Users’ Committee and of the High Energy Division of the American Astronomical Society.
Roohi Dalal joined the American Astronomical Society as its deputy director of public policy in 2024.
Jack Burns served on the NASA transition team for the Trump administration and participated in a session of the 237th Meeting of the American Astronomical Society on 2021-01-14.
Paul Hertz was director of NASA’s astrophysics division at the SOFIA town hall meeting held 2020-01-07 during the 235th Meeting of the American Astronomical Society in Honolulu.