[American Astronomical Society](https://aas.org)

January 2026 (AAS 247) | June 2026 (AAS 248) | January 2025 (AAS 245) | June 2025 (AAS 246)

Travel and promotional expenses for the invited lecturer are fully covered by the Kavli Foundation.

Recognizes and supports a leading astronomer to deliver a plenary lecture on significant recent research at each AAS meeting.

--- ## Description The Fred Kavli Plenary Lecture is a distinguished keynote address delivered at each meeting of the American Astronomical Society (AAS). Selected by the AAS Vice Presidents, the invited lecturer is an astronomer recognized for recent, high-impact research in astronomy or astrophysics. The lecture highlights transformative discoveries and achievements, offering attendees a unique perspective on cutting-edge advances shaping our understanding of the universe. The Kavli Foundation supports the lecturer’s travel and promotional expenses, ensuring the lecture is a central feature of the AAS meeting. --- ## Due Dates - January 2026 (AAS 247 Meeting, Phoenix, AZ) - June 2026 (AAS 248 Meeting, Pasadena, CA) - January 2025 (AAS 245 Meeting, National Harbor, MD) - June 2025 (AAS 246 Meeting, Anchorage, AK) The lecture is awarded twice annually, coinciding with the winter and summer AAS meetings. --- ## Funding Amount - The Kavli Foundation covers all travel and promotional expenses for the invited lecturer. - No direct research funding or personal monetary award is provided. --- ## Eligibility - The lecturer is selected by the AAS Vice Presidents; there is no open application process. - Selection is based on recent research of great significance in astronomy or astrophysics. - Typically awarded to established researchers with major, recognized contributions to the field. --- ## Application Process - There is no open call or nomination process; selection is by invitation only. - Researchers cannot apply directly for this lecture opportunity. --- ## Additional Information - The lecture is a high-profile honor and provides significant visibility at a major professional meeting. - Past recipients have included leaders in exoplanet research, cosmology, planetary science, and astrophysics. - The lecture is often accompanied by coverage in AAS communications and meeting promotions. --- ## External Links - [Fred Kavli Plenary Lecture Program Page](https://aas.org/grants-and-prizes/fred-kavli-plenary-lecture) - [AAS Meetings Overview](https://aas.org/meetings) - [AAS Contact Page](https://aas.org/contact) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|-------------------------------------------| | American Astronomical Society | [email protected] / +1 202-328-2010 | | AAS General Contact | [AAS Contact Form](https://aas.org/contact) |

Fred Kavli Plenary Lecture

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