SKA ObservatoryBuilding the two largest telescope arrays in the world, located in South Africa and Australia, made possible through a global collaboration. Latest news SKAO and Japan strengthen ties July 2025 Introduction The SKAO has signed a new memorandum of understanding with the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ) to create opportunities... Prof. Naomi McClure-Griffiths becomes SKAO's first chief scientist July 2025 Introduction The SKA Observatory has appointed eminent astrophysicist Prof. Naomi McClure-Griffiths as its first chief scientist. Prof. Jessica Dempsey to be next SKA Observatory Director-General July 2025 Introduction The SKA Observatory is delighted to announce that Prof. Jessica Dempsey will be its next Director-General, taking up the post... All news SKA-Low Exploring the Universe from Australia SKA-Mid Studying the cosmos from South Africa Science goalsPushing the boundaries of science Contact: The SKAO's magazineRead the latest edition now Cosmic Echoes Visit the virtual exhibition of Indigenous art Our construction journey The journey to build a mega-science project Team SKA Meet the members of team SKA Big data Handling a deluge of big data SKA-Low's first glimpse of the Universe Find out more Sustainability Explore Impact beyond science Explore our impact map