About NRAO
NRAO Mission Statement
The National Radio Astronomy Observatory enables forefront research into the Universe at radio wavelengths. In partnership with the scientific community, we:
- provide world leading telescopes, instrumentation, data and expertise;
- train the next generation of scientists and engineers;
- advance broader, equitable, inclusive participation in science and engineering;
- and promote astronomy to foster a more scientifically literate society.
About Our Facilities, People, and More
The NRAO operates three state-of-the-art radio telescope facilities for use by the scientific community, regardless of institutional or national affiliation: (1) the international Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA), (2) the Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array (VLA), and (3) the Very Long Baseline Array (VLBA). Access to ALMA observing time by the North American astronomical community is enabled through the North American ALMA Science Center (NAASC).
The NRAO collaborates with the university astronomy community to develop new instrumentation and technology, and helps train the next generation of scientists through its student, co-op, postdoctoral, and Fellowship programs. A new data management system will soon improve every astronomer's access to NRAO data products for research and education.
eNews |
Read the latest news & announcements about NRAO science, science operations, and project status. | |
Committees |
Information on the current members of the Users Committee, ALMA North American Science Advisory Committee and the NRAO Visiting Committee. | |
Scientific Staff |
Contact information, research interests, and Observatory support responsibilities for all NRAO scientific staff. | |
Visitors |
Information about visiting NRAO facilities, including maps, directions, transportation, local accommodations, and restaurants. | |
Organization |
Take a look at the NRAO Organization Chart. | |
Annual Reports |
The NRAO Annual Report describes the associated calendar year’s science highlights and summarizes the numerous science, development, operations, and construction activities that were conducted across the Observatory. | |
Performance Metrics |
The NRAO Performance Evaluation and Measurement Plan provides a quantitative methodology for assessment of the Observatory’s performance, indicating areas of current focus and tactical responses to issues identified in the metrics. | |
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Historical Publications |
Publications on the history of radio astronomy and/or utilizing material from the NRAO/AUI Archives. | |
