Eric Schmidt Nonprofit To Build, Launch Private Space Telescope | Aviation Week Network

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Garrett Reim
January 08, 2026

Schmidt Sciences aims to speed up the development of the telescope using modular systems and a "risk-tolerant technical innovation" approach Credit: Schmidt Sciences

Schmidt Sciences aims to speed up the development of the telescope using modular systems and a “risk-tolerant technical innovation” approach.

Credit: Schmidt Sciences

The philanthropic organization of Eric Schmidt, billionaire and former Google chief executive, plans to launch a large private space telescope, networked with three ground-based observation facilities. Schmidt Sciences aims to speed up the telescope’s development using modular systems and a “risk…

Garrett Reim

Based in the Seattle area, Garrett covers the space sector and advanced technologies that are shaping the future of aerospace and defense, including space startups, advanced air mobility and artificial intelligence.

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