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Dig a substantial cavity or pit

Europe intends to construct an underground laser observatory for improved observation of gravitational waves. Will Germany emerge as the potential location for the Einstein Telescope?

Dig a massive pit
Dig a massive pit

Dig a substantial cavity or pit

The Federal Ministry of Research has announced the selection of nine Research Infrastructures (FIS) projects to receive government funding. These projects, which span a wide range of scientific disciplines, include the development of powerful terahertz and X-ray sources, two neutrino detectors, and preliminary work for the "Einstein Telescope".

The selection process, known as "research infrastructures" (FIS), saw a significant number of research proposals submitted, with the available funding falling short. The chosen projects were selected by a panel of over a hundred experts, who carefully evaluated each proposal to determine its potential for scientific breakthroughs.

The "Einstein Telescope", an underground observatory, is one of the selected projects. This telescope aims to provide unprecedented insights into the universe, particularly in the study of gravitational waves.

The financing of these nine FIS projects involves cooperation among organisations such as the German Research Foundation (DFG), the Fraunhofer Society, and application partners who self-finance. DFG and Fraunhofer each provide funds up to 3 million euros per call, with a focus on trilateral transfer projects that build on DFG-funded research results.

The selected projects do not include research on demand, but rather the possibility of research with special large equipment. These projects represent a significant step forward in scientific research and will undoubtedly contribute to our understanding of the universe and the fundamental forces that govern it.

It's worth noting that while the original price for access to FAZ+ articles is 12.80 €, it is now available for 0.99 €. However, this information is not related to the FIS projects and is not included in the bullet points provided.

Lastly, it's important to mention that the online access to FAZ articles can be cancelled with one click, providing readers with flexibility in managing their subscriptions.

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