American Astronomical Society records, 1981-2004

Overview of the Collection

Creator
American Astronomical Society
Title
American Astronomical Society records
Dates
1981-2004 (inclusive)
Quantity
22.00 cubic feet (22 boxes)
Collection Number
(Accession No. 5427-001)
Summary
Records of the major professional organization in North America for astronomers, other scientists, and individuals interested in astronomy
Repository
University of Washington Libraries, Special Collections
Special Collections
University of Washington Libraries
Box 352900
Seattle, WA
98195-2900
Telephone: 2065431929
Fax: 2065431931
speccoll@uw.edu
Access Restrictions

Access restricted: For terms of access contact repository.

Records stored offsite; advance notice required for use.

Additional Reference Guides

Languages
English

Historical NoteReturn to Top

The American Astronomical Society was officially established in 1899 to organize individuals involved in the discipline and profession of astronomy. The Society sponsors The Astronomical Journal, while the AJ is published by The University of Chicago Press. The editorial board consists of scholars from various academic institutions, members of the AAS, and representatives of the University of Chicago Press. The Astronomical Journal was founded in 1849 by B.A. Gould and has incorporated coverage of quasars, galaxies, supernova remnants, and studies of the interstellar medium to complement the more traditional areas of astronomy, including galactic structure and dynamics, astrometry, variable and binary stars, solar system studies, and cosmology.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

Correspondence files; 1981-2004.

Correspondence files contain author and referee correspondence and reports related to accepted and rejected manuscripts submitted to The Astronomical Journal. Correspondence files are arranged chronologically by month and do not include copies of manuscripts.

Use of the CollectionReturn to Top

Restrictions on Use

Creator's literary rights transferred to the University of Washington Libraries.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Arrangement

Arranged chronologically.

Preservation Note

Records stored offsite; advance notice required for use.

Acquisition Information

Received from The Astronomical Journal, University of Washington Department of Astronomy, February 16, 2005.

Processing Note

Minimally processed.

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

 

Container(s) Description Dates
Box
1 Referee and Author Correspondence for Manuscripts Jan. 1981 - June 1983
2 Referee and Author Correspondence for Manuscripts July 1983 - Nov. 1985
3 Referee and Author Correspondence for Manuscripts Dec. 1985 - Nov. 1987
4 Referee and Author Correspondence for Manuscripts Dec. 1987 - Sept. 1989
5 Referee and Author Correspondence for Manuscripts Oct. 1989 - June 1991
6 Referee and Author Correspondence for Manuscripts July 1991 - Jan. 1993
7 Referee and Author Correspondence for Manuscripts Feb. 1993 - June 1994
8 Referee and Author Correspondence for Manuscripts July 1995 - Oct. 1995
9 Referee and Author Correspondence for Manuscripts Nov. 1995 - Oct. 1996
10 Referee and Author Correspondence for Manuscripts Nov. 1996 - Aug. 1997
11 Referee and Author Correspondence for Manuscripts Sept. 1997 - Aug. 1998
12 Referee and Author Correspondence for Manuscripts Sept. 1998 - July 1999
13 Referee and Author Correspondence for Manuscripts Aug. 1999 - July 2000
14 Referee and Author Correspondence for Manuscripts Aug. 2000 - May 2001
15 Referee and Author Correspondence for Manuscripts June 2001 - Mar. 2002
16 Referee and Author Correspondence for Manuscripts Apr. 2002 - Jan. 2003
17 Referee and Author Correspondence for Manuscripts Feb. 2003 - Oct. 2003
18 Referee and Author Correspondence for Manuscripts Nov. 2003 - May 2004
19 Referee and Author Correspondence for Manuscripts June 2004 - Dec. 2004
20 Referee and Author Correspondence for Rejected Papers 1983-1992
21 Referee and Author Correspondence for Rejected Papers 1996-1997
22 Referee and Author Correspondence for Rejected Papers 1998-2004

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Corporate Names

  • American Astronomical Society--Archives

Other Creators

  • Corporate Names
    • University of Washington. University Archives

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • University Archives/Faculty Papers (University of Washington)