The ASGSR Fellows Committee is now accepting nominations for the ASGSR Fellows Program. The distinction of Fellow is awarded by the ASGSR in recognition of distinguished scientific and social contributions to the advancement of gravitational and space research in the fields of life and physical sciences in areas of research, education, mentoring, outreach, and professional and public service. Awardees may be from…
The ASGSR Awards Committee is currently soliciting nominations for the awards listed below from the membership-at-large. The awards will be presented at the American Society for Gravitational and Space Research 2025 Annual Meeting Banquet on December 6, 2025 at the Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort in Phoenix, AZ. For more information about the awards, including a list of past recipients, please see:…
ASGSR is pleased to announce the selection of Ms. Ellen Gertsen to the position of Executive Director for the Society. Congratulations Ellen! Starting today, Ellen joins our ASGSR Executive Team. Ms. Ellen Gertsen is a science and technology policy leader with extensive experience fostering research and innovation in the space sector. Her work is rooted in strong collaboration across academia,…
Submission Deadline:October 14th, 2025 We are pleased to issue a high school and middle school student call for abstracts for the 2025 annual American Society for Gravitational and Space Research (ASGSR) conference. The meeting will take place December 3-6, 2025 at the Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort in Phoenix, Arizona. The annual ASGSR meeting provides a forum for the Biological and Physical…
Date: September 10, 2025 Time: 11 am ET – 5 pm ET Co-Chairs: Barbara Cohen (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center); Jennifer Heldmann (NASA Ames Research Center); Sam Lawrence (NASA Johnson Space Center) Abstract submission now open! This Lunar Surface Science Workshop (LSSW) will focus on how to optimize the Artemis IV landing site to address the science objectives of the mission. Key science…
Applications are now open for the 2025 ASGSR Inspiration Scholarship: Laurence Davin and Norman Lewis Prize. Apply HERE by September 1st! When we step outside and look up at the stars, we can’t help but imagine all sorts of possibilities. What do you imagine when you look up at the stars? Have you ever thought about becoming a space (yes, outer space!) biologist,…
Dear ASGSR Members and Friends, As you may have heard, the President’s Budget Request (PBR) was recently released and includes severe cuts to NASA’s Science Mission Directorate. More specifically, NASA’s Biological and Physical Sciences Division (BPS), which funds a lot of our research, faces a draconian 72% reduction in funds from $87.5M to just $25M. This budget includes only $13M…
Accepting Applications through June 24, 2025 The American Society for Gravitational and Space Research (ASGSR) is seeking a dynamic, self-driven individual to serve as the next Executive Director for the Society and provide leadership and advocacy for space life and physical sciences. Position Summary: The Executive Director is the chief executive officer of ASGSR who coordinates, implements, and executes all aspects…
Call for Abstracts Submit Your Abstract Abstract submissions for the 2025 ASGSR annual conference are now being accepted. Each year the ASGSR annual conference brings together the biological and physical space sciences community to share research, build collaborations, and discuss emerging issues in the field. ASGSR welcomes scientists and engineers from all career stages to Phoenix from December 3-6, 2025…
[Loma Linda, CA] — [May 27, 2025] — The ASGSR announces that Executive Director Paul Secor will conclude his tenure with the organization when his contract expires next month (6/30/2025). This difficult decision comes as the organization prepares to navigate new strategic priorities in response to an evolving funding landscape as NASA priorities shift with the current administration and Mr.…