I know the working reality is different, but it does seem pretty ironic that astromomers working late is seen as a bad thing.

Regarding the comments about the effect on students. As a student I can say that either I don't notice or if I do, it just makes me grateful for the dedication. Personally, I think technology should allow people to work whatever hours suit them. Surely you'd expect astronomers to be night owls.

This is my favourite (highly speculative) "fact" about M45. It's such a mind blowing idea. www.livescience.com/pleiades-con...