Eric Schmidt funds new astronomical instruments to advance space discovery

timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt is funding a new "Big Science" initiative to build advanced astronomical instruments, aiming to rival the Hubble Space Telescope. Schmidt Sciences plans to develop four instruments within four years, utilizing existing technologies like AI chips in novel ways to accelerate astrophysical discovery. This approach differs from long-term government missions, with Schmidt Sciences accepting calculated risks and planning for shorter, experimental lifespans for its projects.


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