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October 15, 2024 09:00 ET | Source: Giant Magellan Telescope

Giant Magellan Telescope Begins Primary Mirror Support System Testing

TUCSON, Ariz., Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Giant Magellan Telescope today announced the successful installation of one of its completed 8.4-meter-diameter primary mirrors into a support...
September 30, 2024 09:00 ET | Source: Giant Magellan Telescope

Giant Magellan Telescope Launches Universo Expansivo Program to Enhance Accessibility in Astronomy Education

PASADENA, Calif., Sept. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Giant Magellan Telescope today announced the launch of Universo Expansivo, a new education program designed to increase accessibility in...
August 28, 2024 09:00 ET | Source: Giant Magellan Telescope

Giant Magellan Telescope Mount Fabrication Begins

ROCKFORD, Ill., Aug. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Giant Magellan Telescope and Ingersoll Machine Tools Inc. today announced the start of manufacturing and assembly of the largest telescope mount...
February 20, 2024 11:00 ET | Source: Giant Magellan Telescope

Giant Magellan Telescope Expands Global Science Impact with Taiwanese Partner

PASADENA, CA, Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Giant Magellan Telescope today welcomes Academia Sinica Institute of Astronomy and Astrophysics (ASIAA), a distinguished Taiwanese research...