Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics

Inter University Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics
TypeGovernment of India research institution under the University Grants Commission (UGC)
Established1988 (1988)
DirectorR. Srianand
Location
Pune
,
Maharashtra
,
India
CampusUrban
Websitewww.iucaa.in

The Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA) is an autonomous institution set up by the University Grants Commission of India to promote nucleation and growth of active groups in astronomy and astrophysics in Indian universities. IUCAA is located in the University of Pune campus next to the National Centre for Radio Astrophysics, which operates the Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope. IUCAA has a campus designed by Indian architect Charles Correa.

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