Thirty Meter Telescope

Astronomy's Next-Generation Observatory

TMT's Mission and Values

TMT is committed to a community model of astronomy based on the values of respect, inclusion, and mutual stewardship.

TMT's Science and Technology

TMT is an extraordinary international scientific endeavor that will revolutionize our understanding of the universe and our place within it.

Maunakea

Maunakea is a truly unique place.

Community

TMT staff are part of the Hawaiʻi community and TMT firmly believes it is our kuleana (responsibility) to be active supporters of that community.

Latest From TMT

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TIO Staff Provides Hands-on Activties at the EYU Event
December 9th, 2024 Education & Outreach

TIO staff attend the graduate student event at UCLA to explain TMT engienering and science to the next generation of scientists and engineers.

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See TIO Test its Mirror Segment Support System
November 27th, 2024 Engineering & Technology

Timelapse videos of the testing of the segment support assembly.

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TIO's Staff at the SHPE
November 11th, 2024 Education & Outreach

TIO staff attend the US-ELTP booth at the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers conference.