Astrophysics Update webinar with Shawn Domagal‑Goldman — 10 March 2026

Shawn Domagal‑Goldman, director of NASA's Astrophysics Division, will provide an update in a webinar on 10 March 2026, 12 p.m.–1 p.m. Eastern (9 a.m.–10 a.m. Pacific). The division organizes its work into three focused programs: Physics of the Cosmos (PhysCOS), Cosmic Origins (COR), and Exoplanet Exploration (ExEP).

Each program addresses a core question in astrophysics — “How did we get here?” (COR), “How does the universe work?” (PhysCOS), and “Are we alone?” (ExEP) — and Program Analysis Groups serve as an interdisciplinary forum for community analysis and input. Domagal‑Goldman will present updates from the division, recent scientific and technical achievements, and upcoming funding opportunities.

He will also outline initial plans toward Astro 2030 and announce two 2026 workshops to begin engagement with the community: the Innovation for Astrophysics Missions Workshop (May 27–28) and the Astrophysics Community Workshop (September; dates TBD).

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