European Organization for Astronomical Research in the Southern hemisphere (ESO)
Organisation européenne pour des recherches astronomiques dans l'hémisphère austral
Europäische Organisation für Astronomische Forschung in der Südlichen Hemisphäre
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History
5 Oct 1962, Paris (France), as European Southern Observatory. Statutes registered in 'UNTS 1/14697'.
Aims
Establish and operate astronomical observatories in the southern hemisphere, furthering and organizing collaboration in astronomy, covering a wide spectrum of activities, including design and construction of world-class ground-based observational facilities for member-state scientists, large telescope projects, design of innovative scientific instruments, developing new and advanced technologies, furthering European cooperation in astronomy and carrying out European educational programmes.
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Activities
Research and development; monitoring/evaluation; projects/programmes; knowledge management/information dissemination; networking/liaising; events/meetings.
Structure
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English, French, German, Spanish.
Staff
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Relations with 9 inter-governmental organizations.
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Relations with Non-Governmental Organizations
Relations with 12 non-governmental organizations.
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Publications
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Members in 16 countries
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Type I Classification
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- Astronomy
- Astronomy
- Research, Standards
- Research
UN Sustainable Development Goals **
UIA Org ID
D3947
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