# Institute of Radio Astronomy of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine

> facility in Kharkiv, Ukraine

**Wikidata**: [Q4387483](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q4387483)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/institute-of-radio-astronomy-of-the-national-academy-of-sciences-of-ukraine

## Summary
The Institute of Radio Astronomy of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine is a research institute located in Kharkiv, Ukraine, founded in 1985. It operates major radio astronomy facilities including the Giant Ukrainian Radio Telescope and the Ukrainian T-shaped Radio telescope, second modification.

## Key Facts
- Founded in 1985 as part of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine
- Located in Kharkiv at coordinates 50.000225, 36.244128
- Operates the Giant Ukrainian Radio Telescope and Ukrainian T-shaped Radio telescope, second modification
- Parent organization is the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine
- Has 41 sitelinks across Wikimedia projects
- Available in Belarusian, Russian, and Ukrainian Wikipedia languages
- Has ISNI identifier 0000000404827195 and ROR ID 020bzqr95
- Official website: http://rian.kharkov.ua

## FAQs
### Q: What is the Institute of Radio Astronomy of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine?
A: It is a research institute in Kharkiv, Ukraine, founded in 1985, that operates major radio astronomy facilities including the Giant Ukrainian Radio Telescope and Ukrainian T-shaped Radio telescope.

### Q: What facilities does the institute operate?
A: The institute operates the Giant Ukrainian Radio Telescope, Ukrainian Radio Interferometer of NASU, and Ukrainian T-shaped Radio telescope, second modification.

### Q: When was the institute established?
A: The institute was established in 1985 as part of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine.

## Why It Matters
The Institute of Radio Astronomy of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine plays a crucial role in advancing radio astronomy research in Eastern Europe. As one of the major research facilities in Ukraine, it contributes to our understanding of cosmic phenomena through its specialized radio telescopes and observational equipment. The institute's work supports both national scientific development and international astronomical research collaborations. Its location in Kharkiv, a major scientific center in Ukraine, positions it as a key institution for training researchers and conducting cutting-edge astronomical observations. The institute's facilities, particularly the Giant Ukrainian Radio Telescope and the Ukrainian T-shaped Radio telescope, enable unique research capabilities that contribute to global astronomical knowledge.

## Notable For
- Operating the Giant Ukrainian Radio Telescope, one of the largest radio telescopes in Eastern Europe
- Maintaining the Ukrainian T-shaped Radio telescope, second modification (UTR-2)
- Being part of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine network of research institutions
- Contributing to international radio astronomy research and observations
- Having extensive Wikimedia presence with 41 sitelinks across multiple language versions

## Body
### Research Focus and Facilities
The Institute of Radio Astronomy specializes in radio astronomy observations and research. Its primary facilities include:
- Giant Ukrainian Radio Telescope (GURT)
- Ukrainian Radio Interferometer of NASU (URAN)
- Ukrainian T-shaped Radio telescope, second modification (UTR-2)

### Location and Infrastructure
The institute is situated in Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city and a major scientific center. The facility's coordinates are 50.000225° N, 36.244128° E, placing it in an optimal location for radio astronomy observations.

### Organizational Structure
As part of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, the institute operates under the country's primary scientific research organization. It maintains various identifiers including ISNI, ROR, GRID, and VIAF numbers for international recognition and collaboration.

### Research Capabilities
The institute's radio telescopes enable observations across different frequencies and wavelengths, supporting research in:
- Cosmic radio sources
- Solar radio emissions
- Galactic and extragalactic astronomy
- Space weather monitoring

### International Collaboration
The institute participates in international astronomical research through its membership in various scientific networks and its contribution to global astronomical databases and observations.

## References

1. GRID Release 2017-05-22
2. Virtual International Authority File