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Guest – Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell: Transgender Astrophysics in America

Guest – Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell: Transgender Astrophysics in America

by Guest | May 29, 2026 | Beyond, Current Events, Personal Experiences

In today’s beyond post, an anonymous author reflects on why being transgender in astrophysics often feels like something best left unspoken, and what can be done.

So, Trump fired the National Science Board. But what is the National Science Board?

So, Trump fired the National Science Board. But what is the National Science Board?

by Caroline von Raesfeld | May 26, 2026 | Beyond, Current Events

Trump fired all 24 members of the National Science Board at the end of April. In this bite we explore what this means for the NSF, science funding, and, more broadly, the American government, with a perspective from Dr. Keivan Stassun, an astrophysicist at Vanderbilt and a recent NSB member.

What to watch when the stars are behind clouds

What to watch when the stars are behind clouds

by Julie Kiel Holm | May 15, 2026 | Beyond, Guides

In need of inspiration for astronomy videos to watch? Look no further! We have gathered a list of some of the greatest YouTube communicators out there.

A Guide to Writing Your First Referee Report

A Guide to Writing Your First Referee Report

by Niloofar Sharei | May 8, 2026 | Beyond, Career Navigation, Guides, Personal Experiences

The email asking you to referee your first paper is coming. Here’s a practical, step-by-step guide for that exact moment, built from the AAS peer review workshop.

Australia is closing its Very Large eyes to the Universe

Australia is closing its Very Large eyes to the Universe

by Ryan White, Jayde Willingham | May 1, 2026 | Beyond, Current Events, Personal Experiences

Literally and figuratively, Australia is closing its eyes to the future of astronomy. Where does that leave its next generation of students?

From Screen to Sky: The Space Odyssey and The Space Mission

From Screen to Sky: The Space Odyssey and The Space Mission

by Veronika Dornan | Apr 24, 2026 | Beyond, Current Events

Recently the world has been entertained and inspired by Project Hail Mary and the Artemis II mission, so let’s compare some real and fictional space missions over the decades.

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