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NASA Moon Missions Could Lead to Mars Travel
Fri, 27 Jun 2008 08:25:00 -0400
The next lunar rocket, Ares V, will be 38 stories tall and ready for passengers in 2020. Scheduled for completion in 2020, the lunar program may be a first step in getting to Mars.
Mars May Have Been Struck by Massive Object
Wed, 25 Jun 2008 17:47:00 -0400
There are competing reasons for why Mars' northern hemisphere is much lower in altitude than the southern hemisphere. Three papers in the journal Nature present new evidence that a massive object struck Mars, giving one of the theories a major boost.
NASA Helps Astronauts Cast Ballots from Space
Mon, 23 Jun 2008 12:53:00 -0400
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station are far away from the action in the presidential race. Luckily for them, NASA and Texas understand the unique needs of space-traveling citizens, who want their votes counted.
NASA Lander Touches Ice on Mars
Fri, 20 Jun 2008 18:55:00 -0400
For the first time, a NASA lander has touched Martian ice. Scientists say they are convinced white chunks dug up by the Phoenix craft are in fact frozen water on the Red Planet.
'Clumpy' Dirt Muddies Mars Research
Sat, 14 Jun 2008 17:46:00 -0400
A mini-drama unfolded millions of miles away this week near the North Pole of Mars when NASA's robotic lander Phoenix had trouble with a shovel-full of dirt. NPR's science correspondent David Kestenbaum wonders if there is life among the dirt on Mars.
Shuttle Discovery Crew Back on Earth
Sat, 14 Jun 2008 12:45:00 -0400
Seven astronauts have wrapped up a mission to the international space station to deliver a Japanese science module. The Kibo lab is now the biggest room on the space station.

 

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American Association Of Variable Star Observers (AAVSO) - Professional and Amateur collection, research, and analysis of variable star observations.
Meta Description: [ The American Association of Variable Star Observers: Professional and Amateur collection, research, and analyses of variable star observations. ]

American Astronomical Society (AAS) - Established 1899, AAS is the major professional organization in North America for astronomers, other scientists and individuals interested in astronomy.

Astronomical Society of the Pacific - Disseminates astronomical information. The ASP has become the largest general astronomy society in the world, with members from over 70 nations.
Meta Description: [ The Astronomical Society of the Pacific is an international nonprofit scientific and educational organization founded in 1889 that works to increase understanding and appreciation of astronomy. ]

European Association for Astronomy Education - Improves and promotes astronomical education at all levels in all institutions involved in teaching astronomy in Europe. Contains membership information, the group's history, news, newsletters and projects.
Meta Description: [ The European Association for Astronomy Education is the first European association for teachers and other people interested in teaching in astronomy. ]

European Astronomical Society (EAS) - An association founded under the Swiss Civil Code in 1990. Its purpose is to contribute to and promote the advancement of astronomy in Europe.
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International Association of Geodesy - Member information, meeting announcements, publications and reports, awards, and links to related sites.

International Earth Rotation Service (IERS) - Works to maintain the International Celestial Reference System and Frame, and the International Terrestrial Reference System and Frame, and to provide timely and accurate data on the Earth's orientation for current use and long-term studies. Site describes the group's structure and function.
Meta Description: [ Earth rotation, Earth's rotation, Erdrotation, EOP, Earth rotation parameter, Earth orientation, UT1, UTC, TAI, nutation, precession, polar motion, leap second, VLBI, SLR, GPS, DORIS, Earthquake, angular momentum, rotation de la Terre, séries temporelles, mouvement du pôle, axe de rotation,... ]

International Occultation Timing Association (IOTA) - was established to encourage and facilitate the observation of occultations and eclipses. It provides predictions for grazing occultations of stars by the Moon and predictions for occultations of stars by asteroids and planets, information on observing equipment and techniques, and reports to the members of observations made.
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International Occultation Timing Association - European Section (IOTA/ES) -

International Organisations for Archaeoastronomy / Cultural Astronomy -

500 Joint Organization for Solar Observations (JOSO) - Facilitates collaboration in solar phvsics among European solar astronomers. Contains details about JOSO's aims, structure, meetings and working groups.

Night Sky Live - A network of volunteers have cameras focused on the sky to create a 360 degree map of the planets and stars at one time. Data is fed into a computer and filtered for atmospheric interference. Page includes details of the procedure, as well as a discussion forum.

Royal Astronomical Society of Canada - Key activities include research and observing planets, stars, celestial phenomena and the abatement of light pollution.
Meta Description: [ Your description goes here., The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada is dedicated to the advancement of astronomy and allied sciences. Research and observing of planets, stars, stellar phenomena, galaxies, and other celestial bodies and the abatement of light pollution are key activities. The RA... ]

Scientific Committee on Solar-Terrestrial Physics - Promotes international interdisciplinary programs in solar-terrestrial physics, and organizes and coordinates such programs. Site has a newsletter, meetings and events, member directory, announcements, and links to related groups.
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The Astronomical League - is composed of over two hundred local amateur astronomical societies from all across the United States. Find out about our GREAT national conventions (ALCons)! Member Societies, Regions, Astronomy Day, Awards.

The Astronomical Society of South Australia - founded in 1892, is the oldest society of its kind in Australia. Its objectives are to promote the Science of Astronomy and all its branches by holding regular meetings and viewing nights, circulating current astronomical information, and encouraging popular interest in Astronomy.
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The International Astronomical Union (IAU) - Founded in 1919, has a mission to promote and safeguard the science of astronomy through international cooperation. The organization is also the internationally recognized authority for assigning designations to celestial bodies and surface features on such bodies.

The Planetary Society - A nonprofit organization that promotes exploration of the solar system and the search for extraterrestrial intelligence.

The Webb Society - An international society of amateur and professional astronomers specialising in the observation of double stars and 'deep sky' objects, founded in 1967.
Meta Description: [ An international society of amateur and professional astronomers specialising in the observation of double stars and 'deep sky' objects, founded in 1967. The Webb Society is registered under The Charities Act 1960 - Registered Charity No. 288384. Membership open to anyone who shares the interests... ]

Utah Skies - A very comprehensive collection of information useful and interesting to amateur astronomers, especially those located in Utah. Includes events, news, data and reference materials, and a weekly viewing conditions forecast. Has a special section about light pollution.
Meta Description: [ Utah Skies is a valuable resource for amateur astronomers. Lots of astronomy information and astronomy news as well as articles, images, star-charts and great links. Subscribe to the free, weekly astronomy e-zine The Utah Skies Report. Checkout our very comprehensive light pollution section ]