Hey, space enthusiasts! 🌟 Ready to explore the cosmos? China's Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical Radio Telescope (FAST), the world's largest and most sensitive radio telescope, is opening its doors to the world! 🌏✨
Located in the stunning karst landscapes of southwest China's Guizhou Province, FAST has been gazing into the universe for over 5,000 hours each year since it kicked off operations in January 2020. That's a lot of starry nights! 🌠
This cosmic giant is on the hunt for pulsars, mapping out neutral hydrogen in distant galaxies, and catching mysterious fast radio bursts (FRBs). With its ultra-high sensitivity, FAST has already spotted over 890 pulsars! 🛰️📡
Since March 2021, scientists from 15 countries have joined the adventure, securing nearly 900 hours of observation time. Now, it's your chance! FAST is accepting global applications for free observation projects from August 2024 to July 2025. But hurry—the deadline is May 15, 2024, at 16:00 UT! ⏰
Whether you're an aspiring astronomer, a university researcher, or just a curious soul with a passion for the universe, this is your ticket to the stars. So grab your telescope (or apply to use theirs 😉) and be part of the next big discovery! 🚀🌌
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FAST opens 2024 global applications for free observation projects
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