Gemini North and South are accepting proposals for the Fast Turnaround (FT) program. Here, we give information specific to this proposal cycle. Please see the other FT pages - particularly the rules - for general information about the program. FT-specific proposal templates must now be used for all FT proposals; see the "PIT information" section below.
Gemini North Shutdown Complete
We are happy to announce that the Gemini North shutdown to repair the failed dome drive finished earlier than planned and we started the on-sky checks on August 29. General post-shutdown system checks have been completed. Instrument checkouts are also required because of maintenance work done in parallel with the repair. These are being executed as tropical storms and hurricanes permit. Currently only GNIRS is ready for science use.
2017A Call for Proposals Announced
Gemini is now accepting proposals for observing time in Semester 2017A. The submission deadline varies with participant. A new version of the Phase I Tool (PIT) has been released to support proposal submissions.
2017A Phase I Tool released
The 2017A Phase I Tool (PIT) has been released in support of the 2017A call for proposals.
New software package for GSAOI images!
A new software package for GSAOI images, the Distortion Correction and Stacking Utility (Disco-Stu), is now available for download. This standalone package, written in python, will align and stack images that have already been processed by the Gemini IRAF gareduce task. The initial release is v1.3. Additional information and a download link can be found here.
Gemini North Shutdown Aug 10-31 to repair bottom shutter
The Gemini North enclosure bottom shutter experienced a drive shaft bearing failure in one of the two driveboxes during the night of July 27, similar to what happened to the Gemini North enclosure top shutter in 2014. The next day, the day crew locked out the bottom shutter at a position that has limited the telescope lower elevation to 38 degrees above horizon, while we continue to observe at night.
Gemini Strategic Vision Survey now open
The Gemini Observatory starts focusing on the future, specifically on what Gemini will look like beyond the year 2020. The Gemini Board of Directors has set up a Strategic Vision Committee, whose charge can be found on Gemini’s website. In essence, the Strategic Vision identifies the Observatory’s purpose, direction, and fundamental principles. It directly addresses the role the Observatory will play beyond 2021 and considers a variety of funding and partnership scenarios. By the end of this year, the Strategic Vision will be in place.
July call for proposals
Special proposals require 2016B PIT
In preparation for the start of 2016B, all Director's Discretionary (DD) time and Poor Weather (PW) proposals must use the 2016B Phase I Tool (PIT). See the PIT Version Table for more information and download links.
Gen 4#3 SPIE 2016
Gemini Development will host an Open House at the Society of Physical and Industrial Engineers (SPIE) on Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at 12:00 (UTC). Come and learn about our latest developmetns and the Gen 4#3 Request for Proposals. One-on-one meetings are available between 14:00-16:00. Sign up on the day. We look forward to seeing you there!
2016B Programs and Schedule Announced
The Gemini 2016B observing programs have now been announced. Notification emails to successful PIs were sent today, June 17 2016. Please check the schedules page for more information. Note that the new Observing Tool must be used to access and update 16B programs.