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Meet the AAS 248 Plenary Speakers: Ian Roederer
Where do the elements on the periodic table come from? Tune into Dr. Ian Roederer’s Plenary Lecture at #AAS248 to find out!
Black Space Week 2026: Interview with Flore Milien
As part of Astrobites coverage of Black Space Week, we interviewed members of the Black in Astro community. Today’s interviewee is Flore Milien!
Astrobites at AAS 248: Day 3
Read on for our 3rd installment of AAS 248 coverage!
Astrobites at AAS 248: Day 2
Astrobites is at AAS 248! Read on for coverage of Day 2.
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[Guest] The Walking Dead: Warm Worlds Around Dead Stars
For today’s bite guest author, Savaria Parrish, explores the prospects for habitability on planets around a class of stellar remnants known as white dwarfs!
Meet the AAS 248 Plenary Speakers: Dr. Cara Battersby
Today we interview Milky Way scientist and Central Molecular Zone expert, Prof. Cara Battersby from the University of Connecticut, for her Plenary Talk at #AAS248!
Beyond astro-ph
Astronomy beyond the research
From Screen to Sky: The Space Odyssey and The Space Mission
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.
The Secret Language of Astrophysics Plots
Ever been confused by a plot online or in a paper? This post decodes the secret language of astrophysics plots so you can finally read the universe like a pro.
Back to work to save science funding! All you need to know about the FY2027 Budget Request
The president’s budget requests for NASA and the NSF were released last week. We summarizes the major cuts and their impacts while providing resources to help fight back against this attack on science.
Navigating careers in astronomy
Career advice
#BlackInAstro Experiences: Logan White
As part of Black Space Week 2025, we interview incoming graduate student Logan White!
Meet the AAS Keynote Speakers: Dr Meredith Hughes
Today, we interview Dr Meredith Hughes, associate professor of astronomy at Wesleyan University
Beyond: The Astronomy Community on Bluesky
Social media is a powerful opportunity to democratize access to academia. The community of astronomers on the Bluesky platform is rapidly growing, and invite you to join them.