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Astronomer Michael R. Blanton joined the Carnegie Science Observatories as its 12th director in January 2026. In this role he oversees astronomical research in Pasadena and telescope operations at Las Campanas Observatory in Chile.
Rediscovering the History of Astronomy through the study of Ancient Observatories
Neighborhood Lecture Series w/ Bob Hazen and Mike Wong
Unveiling Galaxy Evolution with JWST PASSAGE Slitless Spectroscopy: A Pathway to Roman’s Wide-Field Surveys
A Life Among the Stars: The Science and Generosity of Henrietta Swope
Unveiling the Atmospheres of Distant Worlds
Wanted: Exoplanets With a Flair for Drama
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Postdoctoral alumna Jo Ann Eder is committed to making the world a better place by supporting organizations, like Carnegie, that create and foster STEM learning opportunities for all.
Deep into deserts: A letter from Carnegie President Matthew Scott
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Location matters in the lowland Amazon
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Carnegie Launches Next Generation Airborne Laboratory for Earth
Ocean pipes “not cool,” would end up warming climate
Food-delivery process inside seeds revealed
Carnegie’s Zhao Zhang Receives 2015 Larry Sandler Memorial Award
Solar could meet California energy demand three to five times over
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