#mauna kea astronomy
Keck Observatory Highlights Exciting Year in Astronomy
Keck Observatory is described as the world’s most scientifically productive optical and infrared telescope.
STEM Event Brings Together Students From Around the World
Thirty-one students and teachers joined forces in Hilo this week for a five-day forum on astronomy and engineering.
Thirty Meter Telescope Sublease Gets Tentative Approval
The land board issued the sublease pending resolution of contested case hearing requests by two individuals and the Office of Hawaiian Affairs.
Sublease for Thirty Meter Telescope On Hold
The Board of Land and Natural Resources has asked for research on three legal issues before it votes on an approval for the observatory on Mauna Kea.
Judge Rejects Appeal of Thirty Meter Telescope Permit
Circuit Court Judge Greg Nakamura said the state Board of Land and Natural followed proper procedure when it issued the permit in 2011.
Leadership Change Coming at Keck Observatory
Keck Deputy Director Hilton Lewis will serve as interim director when current director, Taft Armandroff, assumes a new post in Texas on June 1.
Land Board Defers Mauna Kea Lease Extension Request
The issue of new leases for astronomy purposes on the mountain will be the subject of an EIS. Meanwhile, a judge heard challenges to a new telescope there.
Decision on New Mauna Kea Leases Postponed
The Board of Land and Natural Resources heard testimony on the University of Hawaii’s request for new leases but lacked the quorum needed to take a vote.
