Important recent Changes (since Periods 93 and 94) regarding La Silla Instrumentation and Facilities

This section describes important changes which took place during Period 93 and 94, as well as changes expected to take place during Period 95.

Instruments

  • HARPS: The upgrade of the optical fibers is expected to take place in April or May 2015; the instrument will therefore not be available for about 2 weeks.

Large Programmes

  • Large Programmes are not offered on the NTT in Period 95.
  • Large Programmes on the 3.6-m telescope may span up to Period 98. See the Call for Proposals for Period 95 for details.