Science Announcements
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2013A Observing Tool released. Now in 32- and 64-bit.
9 December 2012
The new version of the Gemini Observing Tool (2013A.1.1.1) is now available for download or via updating an existing installation of the OT. Note
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2013A Observing Tool released
5 December 2012
The new version of the Gemini Observing Tool (2013A.1.1.1) is now available for download or via updating an existing installation of the OT. This
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Gemini open house at the AAS meeting
4 December 2012
Save the date to join us for the Gemini open house on Tuesday, January 8, 6-8PM, during the upcoming American Astronomical Society meeting in
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Improved GNIRS back on the Gemini North telescope
4 December 2012
GNIRS is back on the Gemini North telescope, following five months of work to replace radioactive camera lenses, add filters, and correct some mechanical
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NICI Planet-Finding Campaign data release
4 December 2012
The first set of data from the NICI Planet-Finding Campaign are now available from the Gemini Science Archive. This release includes observations through April
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“Green-bean galaxies”
4 December 2012
Add yet another group to the world of galaxies: the “green beans.” These are a rare class of galaxies that appear green because of