LIGO

(Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory ; LIGO

(Observatory) ; LIGO Lab)

started 1984

LIGO’s mission is to open the field of gravitational-wave astrophysics through the direct detection of gravitational waves. 1984: Founded as Caltech/MT project. 1999: LIGO inauguration ceremony.

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