Science Announcements
2014A Phase I Tool update available
2 February 2014
A new 2014A Phase I Tool (PIT 2014A-SV 2014.1.2) has been released to support 2014A poor weather, director's time, and GPI early
Gemini North Dome Shutter Repair Shutdown UPDATE as of 2/7/14
2 February 2014
The repairs to the shutter drive unit on the exterior of the Gemini North dome appear to be reaching the home stretch with a
2014A Observing Tool update released
26 January 2014
An updated to the 2014A Observing Tool (2014A.1.2.5) has been released and is available from the downloads site. This is an optional but recommended
Letters of Intent Required for Large and Long Programs by February 3
16 January 2014
Each prospective proposer of a Large and Long Program at Gemini is required to submit a letter of intent. The deadline is February 3
First Light from GPI
16 January 2014
The first light images from the Gemini Planet Imager (GPI) show a performance gain of nearly a factor of ten over the previous generation
Gemini North Shutdown and Progress
16 January 2014
The Gemini North telescope remains closed following the failure of the dome shutter mechanism. The large crane required for the repair will be in