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Observing Proposals

Network Time Allocation Process

Types of proposals and writing instructions.

Proposal Application

Submit a proposal for Director’s discretionary time.

Submit a Key Project proposal (invitation only).

Anonymization Policy

Keeping the proposal review process fair.

Open Access

Access for astronomers everywhere.

Extended Science Family

Former LCO grad students and posdocs, as well as LCO committee members, are eligible to submit proposals.

Science Collaboration

Institutions with guaranteed observing time on LCO or who are eligible to apply for LCO's share.