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Semester 2013A Important Dates

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Key dates and events in the proposal process are shown below. The Phase I and Phase II deadlines are highlighted.

Date Event Comments
27 September to October 2 2012 (varies by partner) Proposal deadline Proposals received by National Gemini Offices (NGOs).
Early November (set by partner) NTAC meetings Scientific assessments by each Gemini partner ("National TAC").
14 November 2012
E-transmission Goal for electronic transmission of proposals to Gemini from NTACs (earlier submission is encouraged).
29 November 2012
ITAC International Time Allocation Committee meets to resolve issues and recommend programs.
7 December 2012
Final queue/schedule, and ITAC & Gemini feedback to NGOs After approval by Gemini Director.
17 December 2012
13A schedule and Phase IIs available 2013A OT templates available to PIs.
2 January 2013
Phase II reviews start The response time is 7 days for checking by NGOs (from "For Review") and by Gemini CSs (from "For Activation").
16 January 2013
Phase II deadline PI deadline for submission of completed Phase II Programs to National Offices (earlier submission is encouraged).
30 January 2013
"For Activation" deadline NGO deadline for submission of completed Phase II Programs to Gemini.
1 February 2013 Start of semester 2013A 2013A programs may be observed earlier to fill queue nights.



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