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- Astronomers observe, research, and interpret astronomical phenomena to increase basic knowledge or apply such information to practical problems.
What do they typically do
- Study celestial phenomena, using a variety of ground-based and space-borne telescopes and scientific instruments
- Measure radio, infrared, gamma, and x-ray emissions from extraterrestrial sources
- Analyze research data to determine its significance, using computers.
- Develop theories based on personal observations or on observations and theories of other astronomers
- Calculate orbits and determine sizes, shapes, brightness, and motions of different celestial bodies
- Present research findings at scientific conferences and in papers written for scientific journals
- Collaborate with other astronomers to carry out research projects
- Raise funds for scientific research
- Teach astronomy or astrophysics
- Review scientific proposals and research papers
- Serve on professional panels and committees
- Develop and modify astronomy-related programs for public presentation
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