EGO (European Gravitational Observatory)

The European Gravitational Observatory (EGO) is a research center dedicated to detecting gravitational waves—ripples in spacetime caused by massive cosmic events like black hole mergers. Located near Pisa, Italy, EGO houses advanced instruments called interferometers, which use laser beams to measure tiny disturbances in spacetime. By observing these waves, scientists can explore the universe's most energetic processes, opening new windows into astrophysics. EGO plays a crucial role in the global effort to study gravitational waves, contributing to advancements in our understanding of fundamental physics and the universe's structure.