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TMT International Observatory
Overview
The TMT International Observatory (TIO) is a collaborative scientific organization focused on the design, development, construction, and operation of the Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT). Established in May 2014, TIO includes partnerships with leading research institutions such as Caltech, the University of California, and the Association of Canadian Universities for Research in Astronomy, along with national institutes from Japan, China, and India. Headquartered in Pasadena, California, TIO employs a diverse team and generates significant annual revenue.
TIO's mission is to enhance our understanding of the universe through the TMT, which will provide advanced observational capabilities. The telescope features a 30-meter segmented primary mirror, enabling high-sensitivity observations of faint cosmic objects and detailed studies of black holes, galaxy formation, and extrasolar planets. TIO also emphasizes community engagement, particularly in Hawaii, promoting educational outreach and collaboration with local communities to support the global scientific community in astronomy and astrophysics.
Basic Information
| Industry | research |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2004 |
| Revenue | $10M |
| Headquarters | 100 W Walnut St, Pasadena, CA 91103, United States |
| Languages | English |
Contact Details
- Phone: +1 626-395-1607
- Website: tmt.org
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/tmt-observatory-corporation
- Facebook: facebook.com/TMTHawaii
- Twitter: twitter.com/TMTHawaii
Key Focus Areas & Initiatives
- astronomy
- engineering
- project management
- optics
- software
- systems engineering
- quality assurance
- international collaborations
- science
- research services
- maunakea site
- adaptive optics system
- ground-based telescopes
- segmented mirror
- maunakea cultural protocols
- advanced telescope technology
- community engagement
- cultural sensitivity
- maunakea local partnerships
- maunakea site sustainability
- public outreach
- maunakea stewardship
- research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences
- scientific heritage
- ground-based astronomy
- large telescope
- data management
- environmental conservation
- maunakea indigenous engagement
- optical spectrograph
- space science
- 30-meter primary mirror
- infrared and optical instruments
- community-led programs
- international collaboration
- community-based astronomy
- maunakea stewardship authority
- maunakea community benefits
- international scientific collaboration
- scientific research
- adaptive optics
- exoplanet research
- scientific research infrastructure
- maunakea site management
- astrophysics
- science instruments suite
- maunakea environmental impact
- cosmology and galaxy formation
- maunakea community programs
- maunakea cultural significance
- telescope construction
- infrared spectrograph
- space observation
- cultural preservation
- environmental stewardship
- cultural respect
- education
- productivity
- information technology & services
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- Apache
- Cloudflare DNS
- Gmail
- Google Apps
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- Mailchimp Mandrill
- Microsoft Office 365
- Mobile Friendly
- Phusion Passenger
- Remote
- Route 53
- Ruby On Rails
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