ICRAR (International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research)

ICRAR (International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research) is a collaborative centre based in Perth, Western Australia, with a focus on achieving research excellence in astronomical science and engineering. Established in 2009, it is an equal joint venture between Curtin University and The University of Western Australia, with funding from the West Australian State Government (Office of Science). The organization has garnered strong support from the Australian government and works closely with research and industry partners globally.

ICRAR's mission revolves around its efforts in working towards building the world's largest radio telescope, the SKA (Square Kilometre Array), co-hosted between Australia & South Africa. While the specific details about the recent investment and investors are not available, the organization is dedicated to advancing the field of radio astronomy, and its activities can be followed through its Facebook page (www.facebook.com/icrar), Twitter handle (@ICRAR), and eNewsletter subscription at www.icrar.org.