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What Women Want?

What Women Want?

by Elisabeth Matthews | May 27, 2017 | Career Navigation, Current Events

In this ‘beyond’ post, we explore factors that affect women’s interest in physical science careers.

Astronomers Beyond Astronomy: Using Your Degree Outside of Academia

Astronomers Beyond Astronomy: Using Your Degree Outside of Academia

by Jamila Pegues | Jan 20, 2017 | Career Navigation

Academia isn’t the only future open to an astronomy degree. In this ‘beyond’ post, we discuss the universally-useful skills you can hone as a student, and then explore a variety of non-academic jobs where you can put those skills to good use.

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by Astrobites | Jul 18, 2012 | Career Navigation

How do we decide whether to do safe research that is sure to make a small contribution to science or to pursue risky projects that could make a big difference?

Become an Astronaut: Apply Today!

Become an Astronaut: Apply Today!

by Shannon Hall | Nov 21, 2011 | Career Navigation

NASA is currently hiring a new team of astronauts. Presented here are the logistics concerning the application process and the training.

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