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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
Ceramics for the Archaeologist by Anna O. Shepard
Six Wild Discoveries from JWST
I feel passionately about the power of nonprofits to bolster healthy communities.
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.
Carnegie’s Marnie Halpern Named AAAS Fellow
Drought Led to Massive “Dead Zone” in Lake Erie
Right place, right time: Cellular transportation compartments
A cause of age-related inflammation found
Biochemistry detective work: algae at night
Baby cells learn to communicate using the lsd1 gene
Media Event: GM Awards Carnegie’s BioEYES Environmental Education Grant
Are developing heart valves sensitive to environmental chemicals?
What makes cell division accurate?
Fatty Acids Crucial to Embryonic Development
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