Decadal Survey on Astronomy and Astrophysics 2020 (Astro2020)
What are the key scientific challenges for astronomy and astrophysics in the next decade? Pathways to Discovery in Astronomy and Astrophysics for the 2020s identifies the most compelling science goals and presents an ambitious program of ground- and space-based activities for future investment. The report recommends critical near-term actions to support the foundations of the profession as well as the technologies and tools needed to carry out the science.
Learn more by exploring the Interactive Report Overview.
Download the Public Briefing slides (PDF) from November 4, 2021.
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We live in a time of extraordinary discovery and progress in astronomy and astrophysics. The next decade will transform our understanding of the universe and humanity's place in it. Every decade the U.S. agencies that provide primary federal funding for astronomy and astrophysics request a survey t...
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Scope, Considerations, and Approach
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Astro2020: Science White Papers
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Astro2020 Science White Papers
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Astro2020 APC White Papers
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Astro2020: APC White Papers
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View Science White Paper Instructions
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View APC White Paper Guidelines
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Science White Papers
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Astro2020_SWP_Table updated 1_5_21 for posting.pdf
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Read-white-papers.pdf
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APC White Papers.pdf
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Science White Papers.pdf
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astro2020-whitepaper-form-tex.tex
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astro2020-whitepaper-instructions.pdf
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astro2020-whitepaper-guidelines.pdf
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astro2020-notice-of-intent.pdf
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committee-and-staff.pdf
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Frequently Asked Questions
astro2020-faq.pdf
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