Semester 2018A Important Dates
Key dates and events in the proposal process are shown below. The Phase I and Phase II deadlines are highlighted.
Date | Event | Comments |
(varies with participant) | Proposal deadline | Proposals received by National Gemini Offices (NGOs). |
Late October/Early November (set by participant) | NTAC meetings | Scientific assessments by each Gemini participant ("National TAC"). |
15 November 2017 | E-transmission | Electronic transmission of proposals to Gemini from NTACs. |
1 December 2017 | ITAC | International Time Allocation Committee meets to resolve issues and recommend programs. |
15 December 2017 | 18A schedule and Phase IIs available | 2018A OT templates available to PIs. |
3 January 2018 | Phase II reviews start | The response time is 7 days for checking by NGOs (from "For Review") and by Gemini CSs (from "For Activation"). |
17 January 2018 | Phase II deadline | PI deadline for submission of completed Phase II Programs to National Offices (earlier submission is encouraged). |
1 February 2018 | Start of semester 2018A | 2018A programs may be observed earlier to fill queue nights. |