NOIRLab noirlab2425: Simonyi Survey Telescope Dedicated at NSF–DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory Ceremony — Simonyi family’s $20 million gift supports a new era of discovery. NSF–DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory celebrated a landmark moment in astronomy and astrophysics with the dedication of the Simonyi Survey Telescope on 4 October 2024. With the Simonyi family as guests of honor, Rubin Observatory recognized the pivotal role of …

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Simonyi Survey Telescope Dedicated at NSF–DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory Ceremony
11 Oct. 2024 — NOIRLab Organization Release noirlab2425
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NSF–DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory celebrated a landmark moment in astronomy and astrophysics with the dedication of the Simonyi Survey Telescope on 4 October 2024. With the Simonyi family as guests of honor, Rubin Observatory recognized the pivotal role of Charles and Lisa Simonyi’s philanthropy in advancing construction of the Observatory and supporting research that will soon transform our understanding of the Universe.

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11 Oct. 2024




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