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This article describes the nature and current status of observational programs studying astrophysical high energy \(\gamma\)-rays. It begins by describing ground based \(\gamma\)-ray observatories, using the H.E.S.S. project as an example. Major satellite based \(\gamma\)-ray detectors, past and present are discussed. A brief overview of interesting astrophysical and cosmological phenomena which may be studied using these classes of detectors is also provided.
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Masterson, C. Course 15: Observations of the High Energy \(\gamma\)-Ray Universe. In: Beskin, V., Henri, G., Menard, F., Pelletier, G., Dalibard, J. (eds) Accretion discs, jets and high energy phenomena in astrophysics. Les Houches-École d’Été de Physique Theorique, vol 78. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-39932-2_15
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