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Observatory Sciences Limited
Scientific Control Systems Software for Astronomy and Physics
- Founded
- Founded 1998
- Locations
- 1 location
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Observatory Sciences Limited
Scientific Control Systems Software for Astronomy and Physics
- Founded
- Founded 1998
- Locations
- 1 location
About
Observatory Sciences develops bespoke control system software, provides EPICS and TANGO training, and offers technical consultancy for large-scale scientific facilities, including particle accelerators, synchrotrons, optical observatories, and radio telescopes worldwide.
Services
4Control Software
Observatory Sciences delivers bespoke control system software tailored to the requirements of large scientific facilities such as accelerators, synchrotrons, and telescopes. Developing across EPICS, TANGO, C, C++, Python, and LabVIEW, the team provides complete lifecycle engineering from design reviews to on-site commissioning.
EPICS Training
Observatory Sciences provides tailored introductory and advanced training courses for organizations adopting the Experimental Physics and Industrial Control System (EPICS) toolkit. Delivered on-site or remotely, courses feature hands-on lab sessions covering databases, IOC configuration, Channel Access, user interfaces, and device drivers.
Operational Support
Observatory Sciences delivers long-term operational software support and maintenance for complex scientific facilities designed to run across multi-decade lifecycles. Support covers system upgrades, bug fixes, integration of evolving instrumentation, and ongoing maintenance through both on-site personnel and remote engineering teams.
Quick Info
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- Founded
- 1998
- Operating in
- AustraliaChileGermanySpainFranceUnited KingdomIsraelIndia
- Company type
- Tech Company
- Website
Industries1
Solution Areas3
Sub Industries2
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Business Model
Locations1
HeadquarterHQ
1 New Road, St Ives, Cambridgeshire, PE27 5BG, United Kingdom
References8
- 1.Diamond Light Source
- 2.European Spallation Source
- 3.European Southern Observatory
- 4.Square Kilometre Array
- 5.Thirty Meter Telescope
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Recent activity
2Sep 2026
1998
Tags3
#scientificsoftware
#epics
#observatorycontrol

