The Topical Team for the Astrophysical Lunar Observatory (or ALO TT for short) was formed late in 2020, in response to a call by the European Space Agency. The team got the assignment to investigate the possibilities for performing astrophysical observations from the lunar surface in the context of European Moon exploration efforts. Since then, we have identified the top science cases that can be pursued using Moon-based facilities, and we have organised several lines of research into relevant technology development and the specific nature of possible scientific measurements to be performed from the Moon.
The ALO TT consists of approximately 60 researchers, engineers, and commercial partners representing various universities, institutes and companies from Europe and beyond. We actively pursue opportunities for international collaboration with members from other scientific initiatives that focus on doing radio astronomy from the Moon.
On this website, we explain who we are, what we are concentrating on, who our partners are, what our plans for the future are and what the latest news is surrounding our activities.