CTA (Cherenkov Telescope Array)

The Cherenkov Telescope Array (CTA) is a scientific observatory designed to study very high-energy gamma rays from space. It uses large telescopes to detect faint flashes of blue light, called Cherenkov radiation, produced when these gamma rays interact with Earth's atmosphere. By capturing these signals, CTA helps scientists explore extreme cosmic events like black holes, supernovae, and neutron stars, revealing insights about the universe’s most energetic phenomena. It is the next-generation facility aiming for greater sensitivity and coverage, advancing our understanding of the high-energy universe.