AASWOMEN Newsletter for March 6, 2026

Alice Grace Cook in her observing deck chair pictured for the Daily Mirror Jun 19 1918. From the British Library Collection.

AAS Committee on the Status of Women
Issue of March 6, 2026
eds: Jeremy Bailin, Sethanne Howard, Ferah Munshi, Stella Kafka, and Ben Keller

[We hope you all are taking care of yourselves and each other. --eds.]

This week's issues:

1. Crosspost: Meet 7 Women Who Broke Barriers in Astronomy for Women's History Month
2. Deaf women fought for the right to vote
3. What Crystals Older Than the Sun Reveal About the Start of the Solar System
4. Apollo moon rock researchers say they've settled the debate over moon's magnetic field
5. Celebrating Women Shaping the Future of Scientific Publishing
6. How one remarkable Suffolk woman helped shape modern astronomy
7. Apply now for 2026 Caroline Herschel Lectureship
8. Feb. 10, 1842: Birth of Agnes Mary Clerke
9. Top UA astronomy professor was also a women's sports pioneer
10. Job Opportunities
11. How to Submit to the AASWOMEN newsletter
12. How to Subscribe or Unsubscribe to the AASWOMEN newsletter
13. Access to Past Issues

An online version of this newsletter will be available at http://womeninastronomy.blogspot.com/ at 3:00 PM ET every Friday.

Crosspost: Meet 7 Women Who Broke Barriers in Astronomy for Women's History Month

Welcome to Women's History Month. This week we feature Sam Cohen's article for Iowa Starting Line, "Meet 7 women who broke barriers in astronomy for Women's History Month." Cohen presents some of astronomy's most famous women as the month kicks off.

"In recognition of Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating the lives and careers of seven pioneering women who have made history with their scientific achievements.

Many corners of the scientific world have been profoundly impacted by the work of women. They’ve blazed a trail across every field, breaking down barriers for themselves and others in the process. These extraordinary women have discovered comets, created classification systems, and stared into the abyss of black holes.

From the first Indian woman in space to the “Hidden Figures” of NASA, these women have made significant contributions to astronomy and beyond."

https://iowastartingline.com/community/7-women-who-broke-barriers-in-astronomy-for-womens-history-month/

Nancy Roman. Photo: NASA