Astronomy Experts Convene Virtually to Chart Space Future
Published Date: 11/19/2025
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The Astronomy and Astrophysics Advisory Committee is holding a virtual meeting on December 11-12, 2025, to hear updates from NASA, NSF, DOE, and others about space science projects. They’ll talk about how these agencies can work better together and prepare a report due in March 2026. This meeting affects scientists, space fans, and anyone interested in the future of astronomy funding and collaboration.
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