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Astronomy faculty outline University of Michigan participation in European Southern Observatory’s 39‑meter ELT
Summary
Professor Michael Meyer presented the university’s involvement in construction of the European Southern Observatory 39‑meter Extremely Large Telescope in Chile, described anticipated scientific capabilities and student training opportunities, and said the project is about 80% complete with completion expected in 2028.
Professor Michael Meyer, chair of the Department of Astronomy, briefed regents on the University of Michigan’s investment and participation in the European Southern Observatory’s 39‑meter Extremely Large Telescope (ELT) project in Chile.
Meyer said the ELT project was roughly 80%…
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