GOATS System Overview

Gemini Observation and Analysis of Targets System

Time-domain astronomy made time efficient.

ReadTheDocs GitHub Repo

Quick Start

Install GOATS with a single command:

conda install -c https://gemini-hlsw.github.io/goats/conda goats

See the ReadTheDocs for full installation instructions and documentation.

What is GOATS?

GOATS is a browser-based user interface providing end-to-end automation of the entire time-domain/multi-messenger astronomy follow-up process – from target selection, triggering observations, data retrieval, reduction, and analysis.

Fully Integrated

GOATS connects all essential services involved in time-domain and multi-messenger astronomy, streamlining the process from start to finish.

Accessible for All

Built on the TOM Toolkit, GOATS lowers the entry barrier, providing an out-of-the-box solution for the scientific community.

GOATS Building Blocks

GOATS integrates leading tools and services in observational astronomy:

ANTARES

NOIRLab’s alert broker for target selection.

Gemini Program Platform (GPP)

Enables automated Gemini follow-up observations.

Astro Data Lab

Provides access to vast astronomical datasets.

DRAGONS

Gemini's data reduction platform for processing astronomical observations.

Gemini Observatory Archive (GOA)

Access and retrieve archival Gemini observations.