Science: Astronomers

In Chicago, last week, members of the American Astronomical Society held their 44th annual meeting. Between sessions they visited the new Adler Planetarium (TIME, May 19), were entertained there by Director Philip Fox who made suns rise and set, moons wax and wane for them in a few minutes. Speeches outlining the latest astronomical discoveries were given in the Astronomical Museum in the same building with the planetarium. Some important observations:

Weather Forecast. The amount of heat given off by the sun varies from day to day. For 30 years, declared Dr. Charles...

Want the full story?

Subscribe Now

Subscribe
Subscribe

Learn more about the benefits of being a TIME subscriber

If you are already a subscriber sign up — registration is free!