Charter of the Joint Center for Astrophysics

This is part of the Charter of the JCA:

3. PURPOSE

JCA's primary purpose shall be to serve as a center for research in the broad area of astrophysics spanning cosmic rays and the electromagnetic spectrum from gamma rays to the infrared, and including appropriate detector technologies. The research is directed towards improved understanding of thhe origin and structure of the universe and the nature of astrophysical bodies such as galaxies, black holes, quasars, interstellar dust, dark matter etc. It shall also serve as a means to increase the effectiveness of research and teaching through close collaboration, and serve as a means to train personnel for research in revelant areas.

The wording is as in the signed, official Charter except all links and all wording in italic red which provide additional information, not necessarily approved by the JCA board.
Charter last updated 1998 Jul 17
Page last updated: 2005 Sept 13
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