The UK’s iconic Lovell Telescope, a 81-year-old pioneer of radio astronomy and UNESCO World Heritage site, faces closure by April 2028 unless new funding emerges—threatening 28 jobs and impacting nearly 3,000 scientists. Cut by UK Research and Innovation due to budget constraints and prioritization of “biggest long-term impact” projects, the telescope’s £2.8 million funding reduction is part of broader cuts to astronomy and physics research. Scientists call the move “heartbreaking” and “scientifically misguided,” noting its Cold War missile-tracking legacy and vital role in galaxy research. Despite upgrades and global telescope network integration, the telescope’s future hangs in the balance as the UK sidelines key cosmic exploration projects.
Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn.
Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai
This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.
Podden och tillhörande omslagsbild på den här sidan tillhör
The Daily News Now!. Innehållet i podden är skapat av The Daily News Now! och inte av,
eller tillsammans med, Poddtoppen.
