Participation by U.S. astronomers in meetings in foreign countries is becoming more and more important. Over one-quarter of the active U.S. research astronomers are working on projects in collaboration with foreign scientists. Several large foreign instruments which have unique capabilities are routinely used by U.S. astronomers. Many international scientific meetings are held in foreign countries. It is important for the continued health of astronomy in the U.S. that American scientists be able to participate in these meetings. The American Astronomical Society (AAS) will continue operation of a program of support for travel to attend foreign scientific meetings in the field of astronomy. Each year the AAS will select a series of foreign meetings of scientific importance. Applications for travel to these meetings will be accepted, and awards will be made by a selection committee which will be convened by the AAS. The program will be publicized by the AAS at its meetings and through published announcements.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Astronomical Sciences (AST)
Application #
9020928
Program Officer
Benjamin B. Snavely
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1990-11-01
Budget End
1993-10-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1990
Total Cost
$125,907
Indirect Cost
Name
American Astronomical Society
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Washington
State
DC
Country
United States
Zip Code
20009