Topics of discussion will include the budget development process and its effect on the funding of high priority projects in astronomy. The majority of the time will be reserved for questions and discussion. A trip to the historic Mt. Wilson observatory, situated high up over Los Angeles in the picturesque San Gabriel Mountains. The drive up will take about one hour each way. On clear days there is a superb view over Los Angeles.
Space is limited, reserve early.
Wine will be available for purchase by the bottle. There is no additional charge for banquet participants. Project is entering an exciting new phase, one which offers important opportunities to members of the astronomical community. NASA plans to release an Announcement of Opportunity for these roles, observatory-level scientists, and interdisciplinary scientists on the flight Science Working Group shortly after the summer AAS meeting. We urge those interested in NGST to attend this meeting and will allocate much of the meeting for addressing questions.