description Steward Observatory Overview
Founded in 1916, Steward Observatory serves as the primary research arm for the Department of Astronomy at the University of Arizona. It manages multiple major regional telescope facilities across the American Southwest, including partnerships in the Large Binocular Telescope and the Magellan Telescopes. The observatory is closely associated with the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab, which manufactures large lightweight telescope mirrors.
It supports a wide range of astronomical research for professional scientists and graduate students.
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When was Steward Observatory established?
The project began with Lavinia Steward's $60,000 gift to the University of Arizona in 1916. Steward Observatory was formally established in 1918 and its original telescope was dedicated on April 23, 1923.
Which university operates Steward Observatory?
Steward Observatory is the primary research arm of the University of Arizona's Department of Astronomy. Its work extends beyond the Tucson campus to observatories and telescope partnerships across the American Southwest.
What is the Large Binocular Telescope connection to Steward Observatory?
The University of Arizona helped develop the Large Binocular Telescope's two 8.4-meter primary mirrors through the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab. The LBT operates on Mount Graham in southeastern Arizona.
What kinds of astronomy does Steward Observatory support?
Its facilities support optical, infrared, millimeter, and submillimeter astronomy. The observatory is involved with facilities including the Large Binocular Telescope, the Bok Telescope, and Arizona Radio Observatory instruments.
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