High up in the Chilean Andes, the Extremely Large Telescope (ELT) is set to become the world's largest optical telescope and ...

The European Southern Observatory's Extremely Large Telescope is set to have full scientific operations commencing by ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Recent progress photos of the European Southern Observatory's (ESO) Extremely Large Telescope ...

The frame of the dome that will house the world's largest telescope has been completed, marking another key milestone in the observatory's construction. The European Southern Observatory's (ESO) ...

ESO's Extremely Large Telescope is seen from directly above as construction continues towards the observatory's completion. The European Southern Observatory (ESO)'s Extremely Large Telescope is seen ...

TUCSON, Ariz. — The world’s most powerful optical telescope is now operating on southeastern Arizona’s Mount Graham, capturing striking images of objects millions of light years away. The Large ...

If you've ever tried to take a photo of the moon and stars, you know that astrophotography is incredibly challenging. Although there are tips and tricks for taking astrophotos on your cell phone, to ...

The Royal Astronomical Society today welcomed the in principle decision to proceed to construct the European Extremely Large Telescope (E-ELT). When complete in 2022 E-ELT will be the largest optical ...

The University of Michigan has been announced as one of two American institutions helping with the design and construction of ...