The Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA) is a consortium of 47 US institutions and 3 international affiliates that operates world-class astronomical observatories for the National Science Foundation and NASA. AURA’s role is to establish, nurture, and promote public observatories and facilities that advance innovative astronomical research. In addition, AURA is deeply committed to public and educational outreach, and to diversity throughout the astronomical and scientific workforce. AURA carries out its role through its astronomical facilities.

Research

Aura Astronomy

Matt Mountain

Valerie Castillo (Yrigolla)

Marla Ragsdale

Therese Sampaia

Andres Sanhueza

Jennifer Ditsler

Kenneth Kadlec

Jack Tade

Lee Curtis

Sandra Perkins

Jean Toal Eisen

Alejandra Voigt

Nancy A. Levenson

Phil Puxley

Jennifer Lotz

Željko Ivezić

Lori Allen

Bob Blum

Ameerah McBride

Barbara Lam

Valentin M Pillet

Patrick McCarthy

Dana Lehr

Heidi Hammel

Leadership Team

Science and Operations Team

Human Resources Team

Finance and Administration Team

Engineering and Technical Support Team

Program Management Team

Teams at Aura Astronomy