| Speaker: | Alan McConnachie (NRC Herzberg Institute) |
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| Title: | Towards the Next Generation of the CFHT: a dedicated, 10m, wide-field, highly-multiplexed spectroscopic facility for Mauna Kea |
| Date (JST): | Mon, Nov 07, 2011, 11:00 - 12:00 |
| Place: | Seminar Room A |
| Related File: | 543.pdf |
| Abstract: | I will discuss new developments in the evolution of the 3.6m Canada-France-Hawaii telescope, in particular the recent proposal to upgrade the facility to a dedicated, 10m, wide-field, highly multiplexed spectroscopic facility that will provide the missing capability in optical and NIR astronomy in the coming decade. I will provide updates on the scientific and technical status of the project, including synergies with the PFS instrument for Subaru. I will also discuss progress in developing a new partnership, and highlight the excellent opportunity that exists for Mauna Kea astronomers to create a uniquely powerful "Pacific Rim Observatory", for the long-term benefit of all communities. |
