Royal Astronomical Society
The Royal Astronomical Society (RAS) is a learned society that began as the Astronomical Society of London in 1820 to support astronomical research (mainly carried on at the time by 'gentleman astronomers' rather than professionals). It became the Royal Astronomical Society in 1831 on receiving its Royal Charter from William IV. A Supplemental Charter in 1915 opened up the fellowship to women. It is the UK adhering organisation to the International Astronomical Union and a member of the Science Council, and encourages and promotes the study of astronomy, solar-system science, geophysics and closely related branches of science. Meetings are held in Burlington House, in Piccadilly, London and across the United Kingdom. They are involved in the production of astronomical journals and periodicals. The society has over 3000 members,
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Oral Evidence given to Parliament Committees
March 2011
- Professor Roger Davies, President, Royal Astronomical Society gave evidence related to Astronomy and Particle Physics on 9 Mar. [2]
November 2010
- Professor Mike Hapgood, Royal Astronomical Society gave evidence related to Scientific advice and evidence in emergencies on 10 Nov. [3]
References
- 1. Wikipedia. Royal Astronomical Society
- 2. United Kingdom Parliament. 9 March 2011 - Science and Technology Committee - Minutes of Evidence - Astronomy and Particle Physics, 9 Mar 2011
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