Tartu Observatory is an institute of the Faculty of Science and Technology of the University of Tartu. Tartu Observatory's main areas of research and experimental development are space technology, remote sensing and astronomy, including stellar physics, physics of galaxies, and cosmology.

Tartu Observatory provides research-based services in its research areas, is a reliable partner in the international networks, trains young scientists and extends the natural-scientific worldview. Tartu Observatory is located on the Tõravere hill, about 20 km south-west of Tartu in Nõo Parish, Tartu County, Estonia.

Tartu Observatory also has a visitor center which is created to introduce the newest achievements of space research and technology as well as the profession of a researcher. The main principle of science popularization at Tartu Observatory is to expose live science – the laboratories, telescopes and other premises where new scientific knowledge is created every day.

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Tartu Observatory

Tartu Observatory's headquarters in Tõravere, Estonia

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Research Division

This department focuses on advancing knowledge through doctoral research and scholarly inquiry.

Academic Research

This department manages the overall operations and strategic direction of laboratory functions.

Laboratory Operations

This department focuses on conducting advanced research and developing innovative solutions.

Research and Development

This department focuses on the design, development, and implementation of advanced technologies for space exploration and research.

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