Semester 2009A 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 |
30 September 2008 | Proposal deadline | Proposals received by National Gemini Offices (NGOs) - see partner-specific pages |
Set by partner | NTAC meetings | Separate scientific and technical assessments by each Gemini partner ("National TACs") |
No later than 13 November 2008 | E-transmission | Electronic transmission of proposals to Gemini from NTACs |
18-23 November 2008 | Draft queue and classical schedule | E-mail iterations with ITAC members of preliminary allocations |
24-25 November 2008 | ITAC | International Time Allocation Committee meets to resolve issues and recommend programs |
5 December 2008 | Final queue/schedule, and ITAC & Gemini feedback to NGOs | After approval by Gemini Director |
10 December 2008 | Queue and classical schedule on web | Phase II programs ("skeletons") available in Observing Database; 2009A OT released |
16 January 2009 | Phase II deadline | Final PI deadline for submission of completed Phase II Science Programs to National Offices (earlier submission is encouraged) |
30 January 2009 | Phase II review complete | Goal for electronic transfer of checked Phase II programs from National Offices to Gemini |
01 February 2009 | Start of semester 2009A | 2009A programs may be observed earlier to fill queue nights |
16 February 2009 | Queue fully loaded | Goal for activation of all Phase II programs |