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ELT Telescope Nears 'First Light' Milestone by 2028

4/24/2025

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The Extremely Large Telescope (ELT) in Chile's Atacama Desert has hit a major milestone, with its dome and sliding doors now in place. Set to achieve "first light" by 2028, this groundbreaking telescope promises to revolutionize our understanding of exoplanets, galaxies, and the elusive dark matter that shapes our universe.

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The Extremely Large Telescope (ELT) in Chile's Atacama Desert has hit a major milestone, with its dome and sliding doors now in place. Set to achieve "first light" by 2028, this groundbreaking telescope promises to revolutionize our understanding of exoplanets, galaxies, and the elusive dark matter that shapes our universe.