Be part of supporting radio astronomy projects from around the world
Mission Statement
The Global Emerging Radio Astronomy Foundation (GERA Foundation) is tasked with finding and directing resources to endorse innovative astronomy through the help of donations, sponsorships and community support
Find out what we do and how you can be part of the movement.
Construction of a 3.7-m Radio Telescope for Promoting Astronomy in Nigeria
The University of Nigeria has produced several prominent radio astronomers. In order to increase the capability of the University to train young researchers and produce its own science GERAF has facilitated the purchase and installation of a 3.7-m radio telescope at the University in partnership with the Centre for Basic Space Science.
Observing with the Nobeyama Radio Telescope
Due to financial strain the iconic radio 45-m diameter radio telescope in Nobeyama, Japan, now requires astronomers to contribute directly to operational fees for the running and upkeep of the facility. By helping to raise funds GERA Foundation will lead observational research into the gas environments where stars are born with the aim of endorsing the observatory through new discoveries and financial aid. Find out about our planned observation campaign and how you can help
Projects
Kilimanjaro Telescope Project
Mt. Kilimanjaro (5,895-m) has excellent conditions for submillimeter astronomy. GERAF is involved in the planning and construction of a new observatory on the Mawenzi peak (5100-m) in partnership with the Tanzanian government. The observatory will be reached by Gondola so that visitors of all physical ability may enjoy spectacular views on their way to and from the observatory.
Meet the team
GERAF was formed in response to the recent trends for much of the available resources in radio astronomy research being funnelled into large projects. While these large projects are indeed essential to furthering our understanding of the the universe we must also safeguard smaller facilities and projects which are still making groundbreaking discoveries and provide essential training for the next generation of radio astronomers.
Our team consists of radio astronomers who share a common goal to source resources for initiating new observing facilities in addition to supporting existing sites and projects so that they may be maintained, upgraded and kept in service to radio astronomy.
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Ross A. Burns, PhD
DIRECTOR
Observing facility support -
James O. Chibueze, PhD
DIRECTOR
Procurement and Logistics, spokesperson -
Gordon MacLeod, PhD MBA
DIRECTOR
Legal, finance and strategy
Support the GERA Foundation
There are several ways in which you can support our activities. In addition to those below we are always keen to make connections with facilities who are in need of support to do their science. You can help us by passing on our details to any radio observatories that are in need of hardware or expertise, or if you have spare hardware that you are able to donate please get in touch via the contact form below.
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Become a Partner
Support the activities and reach of the GERA Foundation by becoming an official partner.
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Donate
Support the GERA Foundation or one of our Projects and see the difference your contribution makes
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Contact us.
We are always keen to hear from the community and public. If you have any comments or ideas relating to our work feel free to contact us by email or via the message portal.
General enquiries:
info@gerafoundation.com
5841-87A Street NW, Edmonton AB, T6E 5W6, CANADA