Space, astronomy, rockets and the physics of it all.
Sunday, November 8, 2026 · UTC
The Sky & Telescopes

Schmidt Sciences develops new observatory system, awards astronomy grant

Announced 5 November 2026, the programme includes four observatory facilities and a multi-year research award.

Astronomy Editor
Share on X
Stands on 2 placed sources from 1 publisher.
Schmidt Sciences is developing the Eric and Wendy Schmidt Observatory System, which will include three ground facilities and one space telescope.[1] The organisation also awarded a 5-year grant worth $500,000 per year to Adina Feinstein, assistant professor of physics and astronomy at Michigan State University. The grant was announced the same day.[2] Space Nugget. Combined ground and space observatory networks allow astronomers to observe astronomical targets across different wavelengths, and cross check measurements between independent instruments.
Proof2 sources · 1 publisher · signed
What this stands on
  1. Schmidt Sciences is developing the Eric and Wendy Schmidt Observatory System, including 3 ground facilities and 1 space telescope. · Astrobiology
  2. Adina Feinstein, Michigan State University assistant professor of physics and astronomy, received a 5-year $500,000 per year grant from Schmidt Sciences. · Astrobiology
We could not place any of them by their address. None is an official body: that part stands on reporting, not on the underlying document or transcript.