The National Science Foundation Revolutionizes American Astronomy, 1950-1975

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Jan 2012

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American Astronomical Society, AAS Meeting #219, #91.04

Astronomy and Astrophysics

Astronomy

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The National Science Foundation (NSF) is the federal steward for ground-based astronomy in the United States. Established in 1950, the NSF has helped shape American astronomy in the post-World War II period through a number of administrative decisions, including that of establishing national observatories from scratch. This paper will provide an overview of the support of astronomical research by the NSF during its first 25 years, highlighting key administrative decisions and awards.

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