The National Science Foundation of the United States of America

$8,127,789.00 CAD

≈ 105 Canadians' average pay for a year
Department
National Research Council Canada
Program
International Astronomical Observatories Program
Recipient country
United States
Fiscal year
2022-2023
Agreement period
September 12, 2022 – September 30, 2023
Reference
nrc-cnrc:172-2022-2023-Q2-00001

Published purpose

The Gemini Facilities consist of two identical optical-infrared telescopes with a primary mirror diameter of 8m, associated instruments and equipment, anciliary buildings, and support services related to the technical operations and to the scientific research conducted by astronomers.

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Funding supports the operation of two international optical-infrared telescopes (Gemini Facilities) for astronomical research, with the recipient being a U.S. agency.

Category: Research Primarily funds activity outside Canada

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