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SOAR telescope a 'quantum leap' for MSU science

When the SOuthern Astrophysical Research (SOAR) telescope opens its eye later this year and captures what astronomers call
"first light," it will not only open a new window on the night skies of the Southern Hemisphere, but will also shine new light on science research and education at Michigan State University.
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MSU-developed infrared camera jewel of SOAR telescope

What separates the SOuthern Astrophysical Research (SOAR) Telescope from other similar instruments is an infrared camera, developed and built at Michigan State University, whose images could rival those that are captured by space-based telescopes.
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