The American Astronomical Society (AAS), established 1899, is the major organization of professional astronomers in North America. The membership (~7,000) also includes physicists, mathematicians, geologists, engineers and others whose research interests lie within the broad spectrum of subjects now comprising contemporary astronomy. The mission of the American Astronomical Society is to enhance and share humanity's scientific understanding of the Universe. Read the full mission statement.

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AAS Warns of Pirate Housing Groups

A housing pirate is an unauthorized housing provider that often claims a vague affiliation with a conference and offers reduced rates to attendees. The AAS Executive Office is the official housing bureau for the 221st AAS Meeting in Long Beach, CA and only they can guarantee room reservations and rates.

Be careful when entering into a financial agreement with any unofficial companies, as their legitimacy and policies may be questionable and show management will not be able to provide a resolution to issues related to such reservations. If another company besides the AAS contacts you, please contact the AAS Executive Office immediately at 202-328-2010 x106.

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221st AAS Meeting — Long Beach, CA

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6-10 January 2013

Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center
300 E. Ocean Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90802
 

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2013 Online Renewals Open - Renew Now!

You can pay your 2013 membership dues online through 31 December 2012. When you log in to your account to renew you will find many improved features. You can also add or delete journal subscriptions and divisions; and an individual subscription to the AAS' electronic journals is only US $25 beginning with this renewal period.

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Click here for more information about The 2012 Campaign

The American Astronomical Society (AAS) is committed to programs that recognize the active involvement of our members. By participating in our 2012 Spring/Summer Campaign, your dollars will be used to promote astronomy globally by advancing students, acknowledging extraordinary service, and celebrating outstanding research.

Our goal for this campaign is to raise at least $60,000 for three of the Society’s prestigious programs. By donating just $30 you ensure that actively involved members are recognized for their service to the field.

High Energy Astrophysics Division 2013 Meeting: Monterey California

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7-11 April 2013

Portola Hotel and Spa
2 Portola Plaza
Monterey, CA 93940

222nd AAS Meeting — Indianapolis, IN

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2-6 June 2013

Indiana Convention Center
100 S. Capitol Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46225

Workshops

Workshops are held Saturday, 1 June and Sunday, 2 June.
To submit a workshop proposal use the Splinter and Workshop Proposal Form.

IAU XXIX General Assembly — Honolulu, HI

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3-14 August 2015

Hawai'i Convention Center
1801 Kalakaua Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96814

AAS Announces New Topical Conference Series

AAS Announces New Topical Conference Series

The AAS is pleased to announce a new Topical Conference Series that will begin in late July and August of 2013, with proposals for possible conferences due June 1, 2012. The AAS vice presidents will competitively select three proposals for conferences in 2013 and may select more for future years.

The AAS Topical Conference Series, or AASTCS, (pronounced "aztecs"), will be composed of cutting-edge topical meetings representing frontier research in astronomy and astrophysics, planetary science, heliophysics or related scientific areas and provide an enjoyable venue to interact at depth with colleagues and fellow researchers. Attractive locations will be a feature of these conferences and we anticipate the first conferences will be held in a comfortable mountain setting with ample opportunity for recreation outside of the set meeting times.

See AASTCS page for further details.

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