Gemini Data Workshop July 19-22
Gemini Observatory and the US National Optical Astronomy Observatory are organizing a Gemini Data Workshop 19--22 July 2010 in Tucson, Arizona. Registration is free and open to anyone. The workshop will cover the basics of astronomical data reduction, followed by breakout sessions that then focus on specific Gemini instruments or capabilities.
Updated 2010A OT available
The February ODB maintenance is complete and an updated OT is available. The new OT fixes several bugs so it is a recommended update. However, the first 2010A version (2010A.1.1.2) may still be used for fetch/store and TOO triggering.
Journey Through the Universe – 2010
Gemini's flagship local outreach program, Journey Through the Universe, for 2010 is scheduled for February 25th - March 5th. To learn more about this annual program in Hawai'i please use this link:
e-version of December 2009 GeminiFocus Available
Director's Message - Exploring Astronomy's Time Domain
By Doug Simons
Perhaps the only thing predictable about nature is its unpredictability. Of course, many natural events are highly predictable, such as the ebbing of tides and changing of seasons. But, as one tunnels deeper into natural phenomena, the vast majority of the universe appears unpredictable simply because it is so poorly understood. The splendor of the universe stems from not only its beauty but its capricious violence.
OT and PIT planning update to Java 6
For many years the Gemini Observing Tool (OT) and Phase I Tool (PIT) have been using version 1.5 of the Java language. Java 1.5 has now reached the end of its official service life (see java.sun.com). In order to take advantage of many bug fixes and new features Gemini is planning to move these applications to the current version of Java (version 1.6 or Java 6) starting with the December 2009 OT.
Live From Gemini
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"The class LOVED the virtual visit... I think it was the highlight of the class!" Gemini IRAF v1.10 Released!We are delighted to announce the release of the long-awaited PyRAF-compatible version of the Gemini Data Reduction IRAF Package, release number v1.10. For additional information, instructions and download of the package go to the Gemini Data Processing Software page. Visitas al telescopio Gemini SurEl Observatorio Gemini hace todo lo posible para acomodar grupos de estudiantes, profesores y a quienes estén interesados en visitarnos. Estas visitas no tienen costo, y para coordinarlas es necesario considerar las siguientes sugerencias Si usted padece de alguna enfermedad preexistente que sea exacerbada por la altitud, recomendamos reevaluar su visita al telescopio, ya que éste se encuentra a una altura de 2.700 metros sobre el nivel del mar. New Associate Director for Development
With great pleasure Gemini Director Doug Simons announces the appointment of Dr. Eric Tollestrup to the position of Associate Director for Development at Gemini. Eric has been at the UH Institute for Astronomy (IfA) since 2003, where he has been the Deputy Director of the NASA Infrared Telescope Facility (IRTF). |