Joint Astronomy Centre
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| Joint Astronomy Centre | |
| Image:JACLogo.png | |
| Organization: | PPARC |
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| Location: | Hilo, Hawaii |
| Website: | jach.hawaii.edu |
| Telescopes | |
| United Kingdom Infrared Telescope (UKIRT): | Infrared |
| James Clerk Maxwell Telescope: | Submillimeter |
The Joint Astronomy Centre (JAC) operates British, Canadian and Dutch telescopes at Mauna Kea Observatory, and provides support for other telescopes and public outreach activities.
Telescopes operated by the JAC include:
- The United Kingdom Infrared Telescope (UKIRT) - 4m diameter
- The James Clerk Maxwell Telescope - 15m diameter submillimeter telescope
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