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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2022 0:33

Can denoising diffusion probabilistic models generate realistic astrophysical fields? by Nayantara Mudur et al. on Thursday 24 November Score-based generative models have emerged as alternatives to generative adversarial networks (GANs) and normalizing flows for tasks involving learning and sampling from complex image distributions. In this work we investigate the ability of these models to generate fields in two astrophysical contexts: dark matter mass density fields from cosmological simulations and images of interstellar dust. We examine the fidelity of the sampled cosmological fields relative to the true fields using three different metrics, and identify potential issues to address. We demonstrate a proof-of-concept application of the model trained on dust in denoising dust images. To our knowledge, this is the first application of this class of models to the interstellar medium. arXiv: http://arxiv.org/abs/http://arxiv.org/abs/2211.12444v1

Can denoising diffusion probabilistic models generate realistic astrophysical fields?

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2022 0:33

Can denoising diffusion probabilistic models generate realistic astrophysical fields? by Nayantara Mudur et al. on Wednesday 23 November Score-based generative models have emerged as alternatives to generative adversarial networks (GANs) and normalizing flows for tasks involving learning and sampling from complex image distributions. In this work we investigate the ability of these models to generate fields in two astrophysical contexts: dark matter mass density fields from cosmological simulations and images of interstellar dust. We examine the fidelity of the sampled cosmological fields relative to the true fields using three different metrics, and identify potential issues to address. We demonstrate a proof-of-concept application of the model trained on dust in denoising dust images. To our knowledge, this is the first application of this class of models to the interstellar medium. arXiv: http://arxiv.org/abs/http://arxiv.org/abs/2211.12444v1

Can denoising diffusion probabilistic models generate realistic astrophysical fields?

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2022 0:26

Can denoising diffusion probabilistic models generate realistic astrophysical fields? by Nayantara Mudur et al. on Wednesday 23 November Score-based generative models have emerged as alternatives to generative adversarial networks (GANs) and normalizing flows for tasks involving learning and sampling from complex image distributions. In this work we investigate the ability of these models to generate fields in two astrophysical contexts: dark matter mass density fields from cosmological simulations and images of interstellar dust. We examine the fidelity of the sampled cosmological fields relative to the true fields using three different metrics, and identify potential issues to address. We demonstrate a proof-of-concept application of the model trained on dust in denoising dust images. To our knowledge, this is the first application of this class of models to the interstellar medium. arXiv: http://arxiv.org/abs/http://arxiv.org/abs/2211.12444v1

Astrophysical Meditation

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2022 11:07

This meditation is to help you remove yourself from your human mind and connect deeper with your soul. In this meditation, you will find yourself in the soul realm. Here you will be guided to connect with the soul energy of a person who you feel that you have been holding a lot of emotional energy for. This means - if you have been waiting for someone to reach out, such as a friend, parents, interviewer, or client if you are a coach. This will allow you to release what you cannot control, and have a conversation, soul to soul, with that person to release the hold of your physical body and human mind. This is one of the most intimate and spiritual meditations I have ever wrote and shared. Thank you for opening yourself up to this space and the possibilities of this release. Once you complete this meditation, send me a message and let me know what you experienced. This meditation is a great one to come back to if you feel that you are holding energy that is not serving you with another person. You are in control of your own thoughts, emotions, and energy. Use this meditation to release the connection and take back your power while empowering the soul you connect with each time. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jessbax/support

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A crack in the track of the Hubble Constant

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2022 0:47

A crack in the track of the Hubble Constant by Marie Gueguen. on Tuesday 18 October Measuring the rate at which the universe expands at a given time -- the 'Hubble constant' -- has been a topic of controversy since the first measure of its expansion by Edwin Hubble in the 1920's. As early as the 1970's, Sandage et de Vaucouleurs have been arguing about the adequate methodology for such a measurement. Should astronomers focus only on their best indicators, e.g., the Cepheids, and improve the precision of this measurement based on a unique object to the best possible? Or should they 'spread the risks', i.e., multiply the indicators and methodologies before averaging over their results? Is a robust agreement across several uncertain measures, as is currently argued to defend the existence of a 'Hubble crisis' more telling than a single one percent precision measurement? This controversy, I argue, stems from a misconception of what managing the uncertainties associated with such experimental measurements require. Astrophysical measurements, such as the measure of the Hubble constant, require a methodology that permits both to reduce the known uncertainties and to track the unknown unknowns. Based on the lessons drawn from the so-called Hubble crisis, I sketch a methodological guide for identifying, quantifying and reducing uncertainties in astrophysical measurements, hoping that such a guide can not only help to re-frame the current Hubble tension, but serve as a starting point for future fruitful discussions between astrophysicists, astronomers and philosophers. arXiv: http://arxiv.org/abs/http://arxiv.org/abs/2210.09661v1

The PhotoDissociation Region Toolbox: Software and Models for Astrophysical Analysis

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2022 0:34

The PhotoDissociation Region Toolbox: Software and Models for Astrophysical Analysis by Marc W. Pound et al. on Monday 17 October The PhotoDissociation Region Toolbox provides comprehensive, easy-to-use, public software tools and models that enable an understanding of the interaction of the light of young, luminous, massive stars with the gas and dust in the Milky Way and in other galaxies. It consists of an open-source Python toolkit and photodissociation region models for analysis of infrared and millimeter/submillimeter line and continuum observations obtained by ground-based and sub-orbital telescopes, and astrophysics space missions. Photodissociation regions (PDRs) include all of the neutral gas in the ISM where far-ultraviolet photons dominate the chemistry and/or heating. In regions of massive star formation, PDRs are created at the boundaries between the H II regions and neutral molecular cloud, as photons with energies 6 eV $ < h nu < $ 13.6 eV photodissociate molecules and photoionize metals. The gas is heated by photo-electrons from small grains and large molecules and cools mostly through far-infrared fine-structure lines like [O I] and [C II]. The models are created from state-of-the art PDR codes that includes molecular freeze-out; recent collision, chemical, and photo rates; new chemical pathways, such as for oxygen chemistry; and allow for both clumpy and uniform media. The models predict the emergent intensities of many spectral lines and FIR continuum. The tools find the best-fit models to the observations and provide insights into the physical conditions and chemical makeup of the gas and dust. The PDR Toolbox enables novel analysis of data from telescopes such as ISO, Spitzer, Herschel, STO, SOFIA, SWAS, APEX, ALMA, and JWST. arXiv: http://arxiv.org/abs/http://arxiv.org/abs/2210.08062v1

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GWSim: A python package to create GW mock samples for different astrophysical populations and cosmological models of binary black holes

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2022 0:54

GWSim: A python package to create GW mock samples for different astrophysical populations and cosmological models of binary black holes by Christos Karathanasis et al. on Wednesday 12 October Precision cosmology with gravitational wave (GW) sources requires understanding the interplay between GW source population and cosmological parameters governing the dynamics of the Universe. With the fast increase of GW detections, for exploring many aspects of cosmology and fundamental physics it is necessary to develop a tool which can simulate GW mock samples for several population and cosmological models with and without a galaxy catalog. We have developed a new code called GWSim, allowing to make GW mock events from a large range of configurations, varying the cosmology, the merger rate, and the GW source parameters (mass and spin distributions in particular), for a given network of GW detectors. We restrict the cosmology to spatially flat universes, including models with varying dark energy equation of state. GWSim provides each mock event with a position in the sky and a redshift; these values can be those of random host galaxies coming from an isotropic and homogeneous simulated Universe or a user-supplied galaxy catalog. We use realistic detector configurations of the LIGO and Virgo network of detectors to show the performance of this code for the latest observation runs and the upcoming observation run. arXiv: http://arxiv.org/abs/http://arxiv.org/abs/2210.05724v1

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Constraints on extended Bekenstein models from cosmological, astrophysical, and local data

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2022 0:45

Constraints on extended Bekenstein models from cosmological, astrophysical, and local data by Léo Vacher et al. on Wednesday 12 October Searching for variations of nature's fundamental constants is a crucial step in our quest to go beyond our current standard model of fundamental physics. If they exist, such variations will be very likely driven by the existence of a new fundamental field. The Bekenstein model and its extensions introduce such a scalar field in a purely phenomenological way, inducing a variation of the fine-structure constant on cosmological scales. This theoretical framework is as simple and general as possible while still preserving all the symmetries of standard quantum electrodynamics. When allowing for couplings to the other sectors of the Universe, such as baryons, dark matter, and the cosmological constant, the Bekenstein model is expected to reproduce the low energy limits of several grand unification, quantum gravity, and higher dimensional theories. In this work, we constrain different versions of the Bekenstein model by confronting the full cosmological evolution of the field with an extensive set of astrophysical, cosmological, and local measurements. We show that couplings of the order of parts per million (ppm) are excluded for all the cases considered, imposing strong restrictions on theoretical frameworks aiming to deal with variations of the fine-structure constant. arXiv: http://arxiv.org/abs/http://arxiv.org/abs/2207.03258v2

Testing the mean field theory of scalar field dark matter

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2022 0:31

Testing the mean field theory of scalar field dark matter by Andrew Eberhardt et al. on Wednesday 12 October Scalar field dark matter offers an interesting alternative to the traditional WIMP dark matter picture. Astrophysical and cosmological simulations are useful to constraining the mass of the dark matter particle in this model. This is particularly true at low mass where the wavelike nature of the dark matter particle manifests on astrophysical scales. These simulations typical use a classical field approximation. In this work, we look at extending these simulations to include quantum corrections. We look into both the ways in which large corrections impact the predictions of scalar field dark matter, and the timescales on which these corrections grow large. Corrections tend to lessen density fluctuations and increase the effect of "quantum pressure". During collapse, these corrections grow exponentially, quantum corrections would become important in about ~30 dynamical times. This implies that the predictions of classical field simulations may differ from those with quantum corrections for systems with short dynamical times. arXiv: http://arxiv.org/abs/http://arxiv.org/abs/2210.05842v1

Constraints on extended Bekenstein models from cosmological, astrophysical, and local data

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2022 0:46

Constraints on extended Bekenstein models from cosmological, astrophysical, and local data by Léo Vacher et al. on Wednesday 12 October Searching for variations of nature's fundamental constants is a crucial step in our quest to go beyond our current standard model of fundamental physics. If they exist, such variations will be very likely driven by the existence of a new fundamental field. The Bekenstein model and its extensions introduce such a scalar field in a purely phenomenological way, inducing a variation of the fine-structure constant on cosmological scales. This theoretical framework is as simple and general as possible while still preserving all the symmetries of standard quantum electrodynamics. When allowing for couplings to the other sectors of the Universe, such as baryons, dark matter, and the cosmological constant, the Bekenstein model is expected to reproduce the low energy limits of several grand unification, quantum gravity, and higher dimensional theories. In this work, we constrain different versions of the Bekenstein model by confronting the full cosmological evolution of the field with an extensive set of astrophysical, cosmological, and local measurements. We show that couplings of the order of parts per million (ppm) are excluded for all the cases considered, imposing strong restrictions on theoretical frameworks aiming to deal with variations of the fine-structure constant. arXiv: http://arxiv.org/abs/http://arxiv.org/abs/2207.03258v2

Samuil Kaplan and the development of astrophysical research at the Lviv University dedicated to the 100th anniversary of his birth

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2022 0:59

Samuil Kaplan and the development of astrophysical research at the Lviv University dedicated to the 100th anniversary of his birth by Bohdan Novosyadlyj et al. on Tuesday 20 September Samuil Kaplan (1921-1978) was a productive and famous astrophysicist. He was affiliated with a number of scientific centers in different cities of former Soviet Union. The earliest 13 years of his career, namely in the 1948-1961 years, he worked in Lviv University in Ukraine (then it was called the Ukrainian Soviet Socialist Republic). In the present paper, the Lviv period of his life and scientific activity is described on the basis of archival materials and his published studies. Kaplan arrived in Lviv in June 1948, at the same month when he obtained the degree of Candidate of science. He was a head of the astrophysics sector at the Astronomical Observatory of the University, was a professor of department for theoretical physics as well as the founder and head of a station for optical observations of artificial satellites of Earth. He was active in the organization of the astronomical observational site outside of the city. During the years in Lviv, Kaplan wrote more than 80 articles and 3 monographs in 9 areas. The focus of his interests at that time was on stability of circular orbits in the Schwarzschild field, on white dwarf theory, on space gas dynamics, and cosmic plasma physics, and turbulence, on acceleration of cosmic rays, on physics of interstellar medium, on physics and evolution of stars, on cosmology and gravitation, and on optical observations of Earth artificial satellites. Some of his results are fundamental for development of theory in these fields as well as of observational techniques. The complete bibliography of his works published during the Lviv period is presented. Respective scientific achievements of Samuil Kaplan are reviewed in the light of the current state of research in these areas. arXiv: http://arxiv.org/abs/http://arxiv.org/abs/2209.09494v1

On the Measurement of Vorticity in Astrophysical Fluids

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 0:50

On the Measurement of Vorticity in Astrophysical Fluids by Steven R. Spangler. on Thursday 15 September Vorticity is central to the nature of, and dynamical processes in turbulence, including turbulence in astrophysical fluids. The results of cite{Raymond20a,Raymond20b} on vorticity in the post-shock fluid of the Cygnus Loop supernova remnant are therefore of great interest. We consider the degree to which spectroscopic measurements of an optically-thin line, the most common type of astronomical velocimetry, can yield unambiguous measurements of the vorticity in a fluid. We consider an ideal case of observations in the plane of a flow which may or may not contain vorticity. In one case, the flow possesses vorticity in a direction perpendicular to the plane of observations. In the other case, the flow is irrotational (zero vorticity) by construction. The observationally-deduced vorticity (referred to as the {em pseudovorticity}) is inferred from spatial differences in the line-of-sight component of velocity, and assumptions of symmetry. My principal result is that in the case of the vortical flow, the pseudovorticity is a reasonable match for the true vorticity. However, and importantly, the pseudovorticity in the case of the irrotational flow field is also nonzero, and comparable in magnitude to that for a vortical flow. The conclusion of this paper is that while astronomical spectroscopic observations may yield a good estimate of the vorticity in a remote fluid, the robustness of such an inference cannot be insured. arXiv: http://arxiv.org/abs/http://arxiv.org/abs/2209.06707v1

On the Measurement of Vorticity in Astrophysical Fluids

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 0:52

On the Measurement of Vorticity in Astrophysical Fluids by Steven R. Spangler. on Thursday 15 September Vorticity is central to the nature of, and dynamical processes in turbulence, including turbulence in astrophysical fluids. The results of cite{Raymond20a,Raymond20b} on vorticity in the post-shock fluid of the Cygnus Loop supernova remnant are therefore of great interest. We consider the degree to which spectroscopic measurements of an optically-thin line, the most common type of astronomical velocimetry, can yield unambiguous measurements of the vorticity in a fluid. We consider an ideal case of observations in the plane of a flow which may or may not contain vorticity. In one case, the flow possesses vorticity in a direction perpendicular to the plane of observations. In the other case, the flow is irrotational (zero vorticity) by construction. The observationally-deduced vorticity (referred to as the {em pseudovorticity}) is inferred from spatial differences in the line-of-sight component of velocity, and assumptions of symmetry. My principal result is that in the case of the vortical flow, the pseudovorticity is a reasonable match for the true vorticity. However, and importantly, the pseudovorticity in the case of the irrotational flow field is also nonzero, and comparable in magnitude to that for a vortical flow. The conclusion of this paper is that while astronomical spectroscopic observations may yield a good estimate of the vorticity in a remote fluid, the robustness of such an inference cannot be insured. arXiv: http://arxiv.org/abs/http://arxiv.org/abs/2209.06707v1

Astrophysical Observations of a Dark Matter-Baryon Fifth Force

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2022 0:38

Astrophysical Observations of a Dark Matter-Baryon Fifth Force by Moira I. Gresham et al. on Sunday 11 September We consider the effects of an attractive, long-range Yukawa interaction between baryons and dark matter (DM), focusing in particular on temperature and pulsar timing observations of neutron stars (NSs). We show that such a fifth force, with strength modestly stronger than gravity at ranges greater than tens of kilometers (corresponding to mediator masses less than $10^{-11} text{eV}$), can dramatically enhance dark matter kinetic heating, capture, and pulsar timing Doppler shifts relative to gravity plus short range interactions alone. Using the coldest observed NS and pulsar timing array (PTA) data, we derive limits on fifth force strength over a DM mass range spanning light dark matter up to order solar mass composite DM objects. We also consider an indirect limit by combining bullet cluster limits on the DM self-interaction with weak equivalence principle test limits on baryonic self-interactions. We find the combined indirect limits are moderately stronger than kinetic heating and PTA limits, except when considering a DM subcomponent. arXiv: http://arxiv.org/abs/http://arxiv.org/abs/2209.03963v1

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SISTINE to Image UV Atmospheres of Exoplanets and Stars - Ep 32

Frontier Space

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2022 42:08

Learn about SISTINE missions with 5 min suborbital flight in Summer 2022 with Far UV imaging spectroscopy imaging 100k photons at 100 to 160 nm for emission lines associated with atmospheres of low mass stars and exoplanets. With advanced optical mechanical designs, this enables SISTINE to achieve high signal-to-noise observations of emission lines from planet-hosting dwarf stars with moderate spectral resolution (R ~ 10,000) and sub-arcsecond angular imaging. Topics include: exoplanet atmospheres, borosilicate microchannel plate detectors, al coating mirror, 1200lb mass, Alfvén waves , alpha centauri, UV Flux, atomic oxygen, and significance for discovering habitable exoplanets Speaker: Kevin France PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Astrophysical and. Planetary Sciences & LASP – University of Colorado. The large-scale magnetic field of Proxima Centauri near activity maximum https://arxiv.org/abs/2010.14311?context=astro-ph --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/frontierspace/support

Encore Episode: Planet Changing with David Grispoon

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 46:34

David Grinspoon is an astrobiologist, an award-winning science communicator, and a prize-winning author of books including Earth in Human Hands, Lonely Planets, and Chasing New Horizons. He works as a scientist at the Planetary Science Institute and an Adjunct Professor of Astrophysical and Planetary Science at the University of Colorado. He was appointed as the inaugural Chair of Astrobiology at the U.S. Library of Congress and has been involved with interplanetary missions for NASA, the Japanese Space Agency, and the European Space Agency.David joins me today to discuss planet changing and the need to see ourselves as a planetary force. He shares why we need the humility to realize that we don't know enough and why we should encourage more insight. He shares what the Anthropocene era is and how humanity has become the first self-aware geological process. We discuss hidden, long-term threats such as climate change and pandemics. David shares how past human activity resulted in unintended consequences of planetary change and how intentional intervention, such as the coordinated global response and transnational cooperation to stop damage to the ozone layer, demonstrates how we can win the race between education, action, and catastrophe. We also discuss whether we know enough to build a self-sustaining habitat on Mars and the values we will need to take.“We need to recognise ourselves as a planetary force and fold that knowledge into our responses.” - David GrinspoonThis week on Insert:Human● What astrobiology is and how it brings science and philosophy together● How we can use astrobiology as a tool to look at our planet and situation● The Anthropocene era and humanity's geological effect on the planet● The most pressing long-term threats that are almost invisible and the risks of not acting now● Why we need to recognize that we are a planetary force to make intentional change● The need for global governance and coordinated responses● How international scientific cooperation is a model for common goals transcending local affiliations● The scientific and social challenges of planet colonization● Thriving versus surviving and how we measure successResources Mentioned:● Our World in DataConnect with David Grinspoon:● David Grinspoon's website● Earth in Human Hands by David Grinspoon● Chasing New Horizons by David Grinspoon● Lonely Planets by David Grinspoon● David Grinspoon on LinkedInInsert:Human - For a Better Life & Better WorldThanks for tuning into this week's episode of Insert:Human. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Apple Podcasts | TuneIn | GooglePlay | Stitcher | SpotifyBe sure to share your favorite episodes on social media to help me reach more seekers and problem-solvers, like you. Join me on Twitter, Instagram, and Linkedin. For more exclusive content and to claim your free copy of the first chapter of my upcoming book, Technology is Dead, visit my website.

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Astrophysical Fluid Dynamics

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2022 6:33

Astrophysical fluid dynamics is a modern branch of astronomy involving fluid mechanics which deals with the motion of fluids, like the gases which the stars are made up of or any fluid which is found in outer space.

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Episode 202 - Astrophysical Considerations During Fourth Meal

Left Hand Poetry

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2022 6:18

Another one from the Taco Bell Quarterly rejections file. Admittedly, reading it again and knowing TBQ's voice, this wasn't a great fit, but I still think it's a fun little piece of absurdism that I'd like to share with you. A couple more of these to go before I likely go dark again, unless I start selling a lot of poetry books and y'all demand that I carry on (https://lefthandrob.net is where you can find the links to the goods).

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Bigfoot Terror in the Woods! - California, Merced River Sasquatch!

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Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2022 64:57

In cryptids in the news and other oddities, Kevin dishes out some recent news about some astrophysical phenomena that appears for about 1 minute on space telescopes and then it disappears for 18 minutes. Maybe it is a new type of Pulsar or maybe it is something else entirely. Bill covers an encounter with a Bigfoot along the Merced River in California. And some great listener mail from many of you so please join us! Thank you for listening! www.bigfootterrorinthewoods.com Produced by: "Bigfoot Terror in the Woods L.L.C."

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NASA's DART Mission & James Webb Space Telescope

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 62:06

2022 is a big year for space science. NASA has two major missions underway. The first – DART (Double Asteroid Redirection Test) – will test the agency's ability to defend Earth against asteroids. The second – the James Webb Space Telescope (the successor to Hubble) – will be used to study the origins of the universe and search for possible life in the universe beyond Earth. We talked about these missions with Nancy Chabot, Planetary Chief Scientist at Johns Hopkins University's Applied Physics Laboratory and Coordination Lead on the DART mission, and Meredith MacGregor, assistant professor of Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 48: The Astrophysical Merry-Go-Round

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2022 44:59

We're kicking off the new year by spinning a record from a few months back, about all the ways that rotation teaches us about the universe. Malena describes a few energetic stars lurking around the Main Sequence, and Will keeps his opinions about MOND to himself. Alex brings us home with an orchestral sonification to rival Stravinsky's best. Astrobites: https://astrobites.org/2020/05/20/blue-lurkers-and-blue-stragglers-rapidly-rotating-stars-and-their-fountain-of-youth/ https://astrobites.org/2021/03/25/galaxies-in-more-crowded-environments-rotate-slower-implications-for-gravity/ Space Sound: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DtymxN67eEE&t=24s

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Respect: Stories about demanding to be seen

The Story Collider

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2021 31:09

This week, we present two stories about respect in science — how we get it and how we keep it. Part 1: Meisa Salaita's brand-new PhD in chemistry isn't much help as she prepares to teach ninth-grade physics. Part 2: Early in her career, astronomer Jackie Faherty's work is stunned when a senior researcher eviscerates her work at a conference. Meisa Salaita has made it her mission to help others see and appreciate the beauty of science by making it a part of everyday cultural experiences. Through her work founding and directing the non-profit Science ATL, she spends her days bringing people together through the wonder of science by creating public science events like the Atlanta Science Festival. Meisa also writes, has produced radio stories, and hosted TV shows — all in the name of science. In addition to her work with Science ATL, Meisa is a producer for The Story Collider, a science storytelling podcast. Meisa has a Ph.D. in chemistry from Northwestern, and has been named by the Atlanta Business Chronicle as one of their "Women Who Mean Business" and by Atlanta Magazine as one of their "Women Making a Mark". Jackie Faherty is a senior scientist and senior education manager at the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH). Her research group entitled “Brown Dwarfs in New York City (BDNYC)” is at the forefront of low mass star, brown dwarf and giant exoplanet characterization studies. She is also co-founder of the successful citizen science project called “Backyard Worlds: Planet 9” which has involved over 150,000 volunteers in searches for previously missed cold components of the nearby solar neighborhood. Dr. Faherty has over 100 peer-reviewed papers in Astrophysical journals and has won numerous awards or grants from private and national foundations such as NASA and the NSF. She is also a regular science communicator having consulted on stories that ran in the NY Times, the Wall Street journal, NPR, and on national television. In her position at AMNH, Faherty strives to create more opportunities for underrepresented minorities to enter STEM through unique outreach endeavors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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2021/12/19 – Dr. Greg Matloff – The Coming Astrophysical/ET Revolution

OSOM First Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2021 62:14

Guest Page Fast links to Items: Richard – Greg Fast links to Bios: Greg Support The Other Side of Midnight! Tonight, we're going to talk about “coming cosmic Revolutions ….” As you know if you've been following our ‘Oumuamua test radio transmissions for the last few weeks, culminating with our first broadcast to the Moon last night, we've been attempting to “open hailing frequencies” with both ‘Oumuamua — as the first known “interstellar visitor” to be recorded entering the solar system, in 2017 — as well as (last night) whatever kind of potential “Bracewell Probes” may have been left, at one time, on our own Moon …. Tonight, we're going to talk about “coming cosmic Revolutions ….” As you know if you've been following our ‘Oumuamua test radio transmissions for the last few weeks, culminating with our first broadcast to the Moon last night, we've been attempting to “open hailing [...]

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Scott Tremaine, “Astrophysical Wonders” (Open Agenda, 2021)

Ideas Roadshow Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 137:12

Astrophysical Wonders is based on an in-depth filmed conversation between Howard Burton and Scott Tremaine, Professor Emeritus of Astrophysics at the Institute for Advanced Study and an internationally renowned expert in both galactic-scale and planetary-scale astronomy. Topics that are part of this extensive conversation include the process of scientific discovery, in particular related to comets, Pluto, planetary rings, shepherding satellites, exoplanets, chaos theory and the formation, stability and uniqueness of our solar system. Further topics include galactic-scale astronomy, galaxy formation, dark matter, quasars, black holes, the large-scale structure of the universe and many outstanding open questions of contemporary astrophysics. Howard Burton is the founder of the Ideas Roadshow, Ideas on Film and host of the Ideas Roadshow Podcast. He can be reached at howard@ideasroadshow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Scott Tremaine, “Astrophysical Wonders” (Open Agenda, 2021)

New Books in the History of Science

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 137:12

Astrophysical Wonders is based on an in-depth filmed conversation between Howard Burton and Scott Tremaine, Professor Emeritus of Astrophysics at the Institute for Advanced Study and an internationally renowned expert in both galactic-scale and planetary-scale astronomy. Topics that are part of this extensive conversation include the process of scientific discovery, in particular related to comets, Pluto, planetary rings, shepherding satellites, exoplanets, chaos theory and the formation, stability and uniqueness of our solar system. Further topics include galactic-scale astronomy, galaxy formation, dark matter, quasars, black holes, the large-scale structure of the universe and many outstanding open questions of contemporary astrophysics. Howard Burton is the founder of the Ideas Roadshow, Ideas on Film and host of the Ideas Roadshow Podcast. He can be reached at howard@ideasroadshow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Scott Tremaine, “Astrophysical Wonders” (Open Agenda, 2021)

New Books in Physics and Chemistry

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 137:12

Astrophysical Wonders is based on an in-depth filmed conversation between Howard Burton and Scott Tremaine, Professor Emeritus of Astrophysics at the Institute for Advanced Study and an internationally renowned expert in both galactic-scale and planetary-scale astronomy. Topics that are part of this extensive conversation include the process of scientific discovery, in particular related to comets, Pluto, planetary rings, shepherding satellites, exoplanets, chaos theory and the formation, stability and uniqueness of our solar system. Further topics include galactic-scale astronomy, galaxy formation, dark matter, quasars, black holes, the large-scale structure of the universe and many outstanding open questions of contemporary astrophysics. Howard Burton is the founder of the Ideas Roadshow, Ideas on Film and host of the Ideas Roadshow Podcast. He can be reached at howard@ideasroadshow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Scott Tremaine, “Astrophysical Wonders” (Open Agenda, 2021)

New Books Network

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 137:12

Astrophysical Wonders is based on an in-depth filmed conversation between Howard Burton and Scott Tremaine, Professor Emeritus of Astrophysics at the Institute for Advanced Study and an internationally renowned expert in both galactic-scale and planetary-scale astronomy. Topics that are part of this extensive conversation include the process of scientific discovery, in particular related to comets, Pluto, planetary rings, shepherding satellites, exoplanets, chaos theory and the formation, stability and uniqueness of our solar system. Further topics include galactic-scale astronomy, galaxy formation, dark matter, quasars, black holes, the large-scale structure of the universe and many outstanding open questions of contemporary astrophysics. Howard Burton is the founder of the Ideas Roadshow, Ideas on Film and host of the Ideas Roadshow Podcast. He can be reached at howard@ideasroadshow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

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Scott Tremaine, “Astrophysical Wonders” (Open Agenda, 2021)

New Books in Science

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 137:12

Astrophysical Wonders is based on an in-depth filmed conversation between Howard Burton and Scott Tremaine, Professor Emeritus of Astrophysics at the Institute for Advanced Study and an internationally renowned expert in both galactic-scale and planetary-scale astronomy. Topics that are part of this extensive conversation include the process of scientific discovery, in particular related to comets, Pluto, planetary rings, shepherding satellites, exoplanets, chaos theory and the formation, stability and uniqueness of our solar system. Further topics include galactic-scale astronomy, galaxy formation, dark matter, quasars, black holes, the large-scale structure of the universe and many outstanding open questions of contemporary astrophysics. Howard Burton is the founder of the Ideas Roadshow, Ideas on Film and host of the Ideas Roadshow Podcast. He can be reached at howard@ideasroadshow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/science

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Scott Tremaine, “Astrophysical Wonders” (Open Agenda, 2021)

New Books in Science, Technology, and Society

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 137:12

Astrophysical Wonders is based on an in-depth filmed conversation between Howard Burton and Scott Tremaine, Professor Emeritus of Astrophysics at the Institute for Advanced Study and an internationally renowned expert in both galactic-scale and planetary-scale astronomy. Topics that are part of this extensive conversation include the process of scientific discovery, in particular related to comets, Pluto, planetary rings, shepherding satellites, exoplanets, chaos theory and the formation, stability and uniqueness of our solar system. Further topics include galactic-scale astronomy, galaxy formation, dark matter, quasars, black holes, the large-scale structure of the universe and many outstanding open questions of contemporary astrophysics. Howard Burton is the founder of the Ideas Roadshow, Ideas on Film and host of the Ideas Roadshow Podcast. He can be reached at howard@ideasroadshow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/science-technology-and-society

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David Grinspoon: Childhood's End: What Kind of Planet Changers Do We Want to Be?

Real Organic Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2021 66:25

#030: NASA astrobiologist and author David Grinspoon views humanity in deep time, with plenty of sympathy for our role as caretakers without a set of instructions. He wonders whether we can develop enough self-awareness to see ourselves as a geological force capable of stopping the 6th Mass Extinction we're heading towards?David Grinspoon is an astrobiologist and senior scientist at the Planetary Science Institute. He is an adjunct professor of Astrophysical and Planetary Science at the University of Colorado. David is also an accomplished, award-winning author, having published: Venus Revealed (LA Times Book Prize finalist), Lonely Planets: The Natural Philosophy of Alien Life (2004 Pen Literary Award), Earth in Human Hands (Science Friday's Best Science Books of 2016). To watch a video version of this podcast please visit:https://www.realorganicproject.org/david-grinspoon-childhoods-end-what-kind-of-planet-changers-do-we-want-to-be-episode-thrityThe Real Organic Podcast is hosted by Dave Chapman and Linley Dixon, engineered by Brandon StCyr, and edited and produced by Jenny Prince.The Real Organic Project is a farmer-led movement working towards certifying 1,000 farms across the United States this year. Our add-on food label distinguishes soil-grown fruits and vegetables from hydroponically-raised produce. It also identifies pasture-raised meat, milk, and eggs as compared to products harvested from animals in horrific confinement (CAFOs - confined animal feeding operations).To find a Real Organic farm near you, please visit:https://www.realorganicproject.org/farmsWe believe that the organic standards, with their focus on soil health, biodiversity, and animal welfare were written as they should be. But the current lack of enforcement of those standards is jeopardizing small farms that follow the law. The lack of enforcement is also jeopardizing the overall health of the customers who support the organic movement; customers who are not getting what they pay for at market but are still paying a premium price. The lack of enforcement is jeopardizing the very cycles (water, air, nutrients) that Earth relies upon to provide us all with a place to live, by pushing extractive, chemical agriculture to the forefront.If you like what you hear and are feeling inspired, we would love for you to join our movement by becoming one of our 1,000 Real Fans!https://www.realorganicproject.org/1000-real-fans/To read our weekly newsletter (which might just be the most forwarded newsletter on the internet!) and get firsthand news about what's happening with organic food, farming and policy, please subscribe here:https://www.realorganicproject.org/email/

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Human Up!

Move the human story forward! ™ ideaXme

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2021 32:22

Amanda Christensen, ideaXme guest interviewer and strategist at Cubaka, speaks with David Grinspoon, PhD. astrobiologist, senior scientist at the Planetary Institute and award winning author. They talk of NASA's Davinci+ mission to Venus. Specifically, they discuss: What we can learn from Venus to increase our understanding of climate change on Earth. Further, Grinspoon talks more broadly of how we all need to "human up", his call to action for humans to tackle the geological damage that we have created thus far to ensure our future survival. ideaXme interview chapters: 00:53 I am interested in worlds, not just this one, at least in the sense of planets. 01:08 I am trained as a planetary scientist. 01:56 I was trained by the people that built these first spacecrafts. 04:13 NASA just selected 2 Venus missions. 07:35 This is the first time that we'll send 21st Century instruments to Venus. 10:46 This is going to launch in 2029. 11:51 For me one of the fascinations in general is with what we call comparative planetology. Venus It is a treasure of information of how climate works on planets. 21:55 We have to look at all other aspects of how we interact with the planet. 22.51 We need to human-up! 29:40 I had the good fortune of knowing Carl Sagan. 30:07 I don't know if I would be a space scientist if I had not encountered him at an early age. 31:38 I am very grateful for his presence on Earth and his influence. Biography: David Grinspoon PhD., is an astrobiologist, award-winning science communicator, and prize-winning author. Moreover, he is also a successful musician. Grinspoon's is part of NASA's recently announced *Davinci+ mission to explore Venus. "I've been pushing for this for literally my entire career. The last U.S. Venus mission launched in 1989, the year I finished grad school. There's so much to learn about climate, history of Earth-like worlds and life in the universe. I can't describe how thrilled I am". David Grinspoon. His newest book is Chasing New Horizons: Inside the Epic First Mission to Pluto, co-authored with Alan Stern. He is a Senior Scientist at the Planetary Science Institute and an Adjunct Professor of Astrophysical and Planetary Science at the University of Colorado. His research focuses on climate evolution on Earth-like planets and potential conditions for life elsewhere in the universe. He is involved with several interplanetary spacecraft missions for NASA, the European Space Agency, and the Japanese Space Agency. In 2013, he was appointed as the inaugural Chair of Astrobiology at the U.S. Library of Congress, where he studied the human impact on Earth systems and organized a public symposium on the Longevity of Human Civilization. His technical papers have been published in Nature, Science, and numerous other journals, and he has given invited keynote talks at conferences around the world. David's popular writing has appeared in Slate, Scientific American, Natural History, Nautilus, Astronomy, Seed, The Boston Globe, the Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, and Sky & Telescope Magazine, where he is a contributing editor and writes the quasi-monthly “Cosmic Relief” column. His book Earth in Human Hands was named a Best Science Book of 2016 by NPR's Science Friday. His previous book Lonely Planets: The Natural Philosophy of Alien Life won the PEN Center USA Literary Award for Nonfiction. David has been a recipient of the Carl Sagan Medal for Public Communication of Planetary Science by the American Astronomical Society, and has been honored with the title “Alpha Geek” by Wired magazine. He lectures widely, and appears frequently as a science commentator on television, radio, and podcasts, including as a frequent guest on StarTalk Radio and host of the new spinoff StarTalk All Stars. Also a musician, he currently leads the House Band of the Universe. *NASA has selected two new missions to Venus, Earth's nearest planetary neighbour. The missions' aim is to understand how Venus became an inferno-like world when it has so many other characteristics similar to ours – and may have been the first habitable world in the solar system, complete with an ocean and Earth-like climate. Links David Grinspoon: http://funkyscience.net https://twitter.com/DrFunkySpoon?ref_... https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2... Links Amanda Christensen: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/amandamchr... Links ideaXme: https://radioideaxme.com https://www.instagram.com/ideaxme/?hl... https://twitter.com/ideaxm?ref_src=tw... https://www.facebook.com/ideaXme/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/1867... https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast... ideaXme is a global network - podcast on 12 platforms, 40 countries, mentor programme and creator series. Mission: To share knowledge of the future. Our passion: Rich Connectedness™!

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Astrophysical Jet

ASTROPHYSICAST

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2021 22:55

An astrophysical jet is an astronomical phenomenon where outflows of ionised matter are emitted as an extended beam along the axis of rotation. When this greatly accelerated matter in the beam approaches the speed of light, astrophysical jets become relativistic jets as they show effects from special relativity.

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Review: How to Die in Space: A Journey Through Dangerous Astrophysical Phenomena by Paul Sutter

Darswords

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 0:46

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://darsword.wordpress.com/2021/05/09/review-how-to-die-in-space-a-journey-through-dangerous-astrophysical-phenomena-by-paul-sutter/

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Prof. Maria Kazachenko, Assistant Professor of Astrophysical & Planetary Science at the University of Colorado, Boulder

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 40:07

Challenges and Advances in Modeling of the Solar Atmosphere, The Coronal Global Evolutionary Model, Active Region Irradiance during Quiescent Periods, and Inferring depth-dependent plasma motions from surface observations using the DeepVel neural network Prof. Maria Kazachenko is an assistant professor of Astrophysical & Planetary Science at the University of Colorado, Boulder and the National Solar Observatory (NSO). Her research interests range from the storage of magnetic energy in solar active regions, to the release of that energy in solar flares with an emphasis of comparison and integration of observations with simulations. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/scientificsense/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/scientificsense/support

Didn't You Get the Memo? The World Ended in 2012

But Have You Heard About?

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 26:47

Out of all the conspiracy theories we've done, this is by far the best one. Consider that the world as we knew it ended in 2012; it's plausible. We're 8+ years from the end times the Mayans predicted of December 21, 2012, and if you told 2012 you some of things that have happened since then...would you believe yourself? Like, really? I don't think I could.In this episode we discuss five great theories:Astrophysical phenomena caused the end times.The discovery of the Higgs Boson, or God Particle, by CERN led to the end of our universe as we know it.There was a reality changing event.2012 was the end of history as we know itAnd the god damn Mayans were right all along.Matt and I go in-depth on all of these, which definitely left me with the Larry David face of, well....eh...it could happen.

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Planet Changing with David Grispoon

Insert:Human

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2021 46:35

David Grinspoon is an astrobiologist, an award-winning science communicator, and a prize-winning author of books including Earth in Human Hands, Lonely Planets, and Chasing New Horizons. He works as a scientist at the Planetary Science Institute and an Adjunct Professor of Astrophysical and Planetary Science at the University of Colorado. He was appointed as the inaugural Chair of Astrobiology at the U.S. Library of Congress and has been involved with interplanetary missions for NASA, the Japanese Space Agency, and the European Space Agency. David joins me today to discuss planet changing and the need to see ourselves as a planetary force. He shares why we need the humility to realize that we don’t know enough and why we should encourage more insight. He shares what the Anthropocene era is and how humanity has become the first self-aware geological process. We discuss hidden, long-term threats such as climate change and pandemics. David shares how past human activity resulted in unintended consequences of planetary change and how intentional intervention, such as the coordinated global response and transnational cooperation to stop damage to the ozone layer, demonstrates how we can win the race between education, action, and catastrophe. We also discuss whether we know enough to build a self-sustaining habitat on Mars and the values we will need to take. “We need to recognize ourselves as a planetary force and fold that knowledge into our responses.” - David Grinspoon This week on Insert:Human What astrobiology is and how it brings science and philosophy together How we can use astrobiology as a tool to look at our planet and situation The Anthropocene era and humanity’s geological effect on the planet The most pressing long-term threats that are almost invisible and the risks of not acting now Why we need to recognize that we are a planetary force to make intentional change The need for global governance and coordinated responses How international scientific cooperation is a model for common goals transcending local affiliations The scientific and social challenges of planet colonization Thriving versus surviving and how we measure success Resources Mentioned: Our World in Data Connect with David Grinspoon: David Grinspoon’s website Earth in Human Hands by David Grinspoon Chasing New Horizons by David Grinspoon Lonely Planets by David Grinspoon David Grinspoon on LinkedIn Insert:Human - For a Better Life & Better World Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Insert:Human. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Apple Podcasts | TuneIn | GooglePlay | Stitcher | Spotify Be sure to share your favorite episodes on social media to help me reach more seekers and problem-solvers, like you. Join me on Twitter, Instagram, and Linkedin. For more exclusive content and to claim your free copy of the first chapter of my upcoming book, Technology is Dead, visit my website.

Joseph Simon of NANOGrav on the search for gravitational waves

Radio1190

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2021 27:29

In this interview, Joseph Simon, a postdoctoral researcher at CU Boulder's Department of Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences and a member of the North American Nanohertz Observatory for Gravitational Waves (NANOGrav), discusses NANOGrav's search for the signal generated by gravitational waves. Simon goes over how he got started with NANOGrav, NANOGrav's research process, what could be causing these gravitational waves, and more. Originally broadcast on February 8, 2021. Interview by News Director John Boughey.

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Jason Williams from the East Anglian Astrophysical Research organization (EAARO), Spacetime Weapons, SpaceX FAA Violation

The Dark Horde Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2021 57:07

Today's guest... Jason Williams the East Anglian Astrophysical Research organisation (EAARO) The EAAROCIBO project – launched by a group of scientists and businessmen based in East Anglia – aims to ditch the traditional method of searching for ET that has so far failed to detect interstellar radio transmissions. Articles EAAROCIBO project: Is there anyone working out there? Link: https://drdavidclarke.co.uk/2021/01/14/is-there-anyone-working-out-there/amp/?__twitter_impression=true&fbclid=IwAR3IcMIBds5aERakRO6xgYP7-86yslem_C4ioKspTXecX4y67FuvJTY9Xmw Britain's first bid to track down ET will listen for sounds from alien industry or mining Link: https://www.thesun.co.uk/tech/13771673/britain-first-bid-to-track-down-aliens/ YouTube Channel - East Anglian Astrophysical Research Organisation Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfyRFOVNPgBNbKYtvkg83QQ Website - http://www.eaaro.org.uk/ Today's Articles Musk's SpaceX violated its launch license in explosive Starship test: the Verge Investigation focusing on explosive landing and SpaceX's refusal to stick to FAA terms, report says Link: https://www.foxbusiness.com/technology/musks-spacex-violated-its-launch-license-in-explosive-starship-test-the-verge Navy "UFO Patent" Documents Talk Of "Spacetime Modification Weapon," Detail Experimental Testing Link: https://www.thedrive.com/the-war-zone/38937/navy-ufo-patent-documents-talk-of-spacetime-modification-weapon-detail-experimental-testing Podcast Stuff Facebook: The Dark Horde - https://www.facebook.com/thedarkhordellc Facebook: The Tempest Universe - https://www.facebook.com/thetempestuniverse Facebook: Manny's Page - https://www.facebook.com/MannyPodcast Twitter: The Tempest Universe - https://twitter.com/ufobusterradio Twitter: The Dark Horde - https://twitter.com/HordeDark Discord Group - https://discord.com/channels/679454064890871869/679454064890871875 Mail can be sent to: The Dark Horde LLC PO BOX 769905 San Antonio TX 78245 Tel: (972) 591-8880

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Jason Williams from the East Anglian Astrophysical Research organization (EAARO), Spacetime Weapons, SpaceX FAA Violation

The Dark Horde Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2021 57:07

Today's guest... Jason Williams the East Anglian Astrophysical Research organisation (EAARO) The EAAROCIBO project – launched by a group of scientists and businessmen based in East Anglia – aims to ditch the traditional method of searching for ET that has so far failed to detect interstellar radio transmissions. Articles EAAROCIBO project: Is there anyone working out there? Link: https://drdavidclarke.co.uk/2021/01/14/is-there-anyone-working-out-there/amp/?__twitter_impression=true&fbclid=IwAR3IcMIBds5aERakRO6xgYP7-86yslem_C4ioKspTXecX4y67FuvJTY9Xmw Britain's first bid to track down ET will listen for sounds from alien industry or mining Link: https://www.thesun.co.uk/tech/13771673/britain-first-bid-to-track-down-aliens/ YouTube Channel - East Anglian Astrophysical Research Organisation Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfyRFOVNPgBNbKYtvkg83QQ Website - http://www.eaaro.org.uk/ Today's Articles Musk's SpaceX violated its launch license in explosive Starship test: the Verge Investigation focusing on explosive landing and SpaceX's refusal to stick to FAA terms, report says Link: https://www.foxbusiness.com/technology/musks-spacex-violated-its-launch-license-in-explosive-starship-test-the-verge Navy "UFO Patent" Documents Talk Of "Spacetime Modification Weapon," Detail Experimental Testing Link: https://www.thedrive.com/the-war-zone/38937/navy-ufo-patent-documents-talk-of-spacetime-modification-weapon-detail-experimental-testing Podcast Stuff Facebook: The Dark Horde - https://www.facebook.com/thedarkhordellc Facebook: The Tempest Universe - https://www.facebook.com/thetempestuniverse Facebook: Manny's Page - https://www.facebook.com/MannyPodcast Twitter: The Tempest Universe - https://twitter.com/ufobusterradio Twitter: The Dark Horde - https://twitter.com/HordeDark Discord Group - https://discord.com/channels/679454064890871869/679454064890871875 Mail can be sent to: The Dark Horde LLC PO BOX 769905 San Antonio TX 78245 Tel: (972) 591-8880

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Jason Williams from the East Anglian Astrophysical Research organization (EAARO), Spacetime Weapons, SpaceX FAA Violation

The Tempest Universe

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2021 57:07

Today’s guest...Jason Williams the East Anglian Astrophysical Research organisation (EAARO)The EAAROCIBO project – launched by a group of scientists and businessmen based in East Anglia – aims to ditch the traditional method of searching for ET that has so far failed to detect interstellar radio transmissions.Articles EAAROCIBO project: Is there anyone working out there?Link: https://drdavidclarke.co.uk/2021/01/14/is-there-anyone-working-out-there/amp/?__twitter_impression=true&fbclid=IwAR3IcMIBds5aERakRO6xgYP7-86yslem_C4ioKspTXecX4y67FuvJTY9XmwBritain’s first bid to track down ET will listen for sounds from alien industry or miningLink: https://www.thesun.co.uk/tech/13771673/britain-first-bid-to-track-down-aliens/YouTube Channel - East Anglian Astrophysical Research OrganisationLink: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfyRFOVNPgBNbKYtvkg83QQWebsite - http://www.eaaro.org.uk/Today’s ArticlesMusk's SpaceX violated its launch license in explosive Starship test: the VergeInvestigation focusing on explosive landing and SpaceX's refusal to stick to FAA terms, report saysLink: https://www.foxbusiness.com/technology/musks-spacex-violated-its-launch-license-in-explosive-starship-test-the-vergeNavy "UFO Patent" Documents Talk Of "Spacetime Modification Weapon," Detail Experimental TestingLink: https://www.thedrive.com/the-war-zone/38937/navy-ufo-patent-documents-talk-of-spacetime-modification-weapon-detail-experimental-testingPodcast StuffFacebook: The Dark Horde - https://www.facebook.com/thedarkhordellcFacebook: The Tempest Universe - https://www.facebook.com/thetempestuniverseFacebook: Manny’s Page - https://www.facebook.com/MannyPodcastTwitter: The Tempest Universe - https://twitter.com/ufobusterradioTwitter: The Dark Horde - https://twitter.com/HordeDarkDiscord Group - https://discord.com/channels/679454064890871869/679454064890871875Mail can be sent to:The Dark Horde LLCPO BOX 769905San Antonio TX 78245Tel: (972) 591-8880

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Prof. Mitch Begelman, Professor of Astrophysical Sciences at the University of Colorado, Boulder

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2021 57:34

Formation of supermassive black holes by direct collapse in pre-galactic haloes, Quasi-stars: accreting black holes inside massive envelopes, Evolution of supermassive stars as a pathway to black hole formation, and Strongly magnetized accretion discs: structure and accretion from global magnetohydrodynamic simulations Prof. Mitch Begelman is Professor of Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder and a Fellow of JILA, a joint research institute of the University of Colorado and the National Institute of Standards and Technology. He studies aspects of how black holes form, grow, and interact with their surroundings, from a theoretical perspective. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/scientificsense/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/scientificsense/support

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Prof. Jack Burns, Professor of Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences at the University of Colorado in Boulder

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2020 52:41

Artemis - A whole new program to travel to the moon and to establish a habitat there including an observatory, gateway that orbits with self propulsion and designing a launch pad for future exploration of the solar system including Mars. Prof. Jack Burns is a Professor in the Department of Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences at the University of Colorado in Boulder. He is also Vice President Emeritus for Academic Affairs and Research for the CU System. Prof. Burns has 345 publications in refereed journals, books, and in conference proceedings and abstracts (as listed in NASA’s Astrophysics Data System). His research has been featured in articles and on the covers of Scientific American, Nature, and Science. His teaching and research focus on extragalactic astronomy and cosmology, supercomputer numerical simulations, astrophysics from the Moon, and public policy issues in higher education and science. Burns is director of the Lunar University Network for Astrophysics Research (LUNAR), a $6.5 million center recently awarded by the NASA Lunar Science Institute. Burns is an elected Fellow of the American Physical Society and the American Association for the Advancement of Science. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/scientificsense/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/scientificsense/support

Prof. Doug Duncan is an emeritus faculty of Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences of the University of Colorado

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2020 70:19

21st Century Literacy for Succeeding in College and Beyond, Teaching the Nature of Science using Pseudoscience, The accountability of and on the social media. Prof. Doug Duncan is an emeritus faculty member in the Department of Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences of the University of Colorado, and former Director of Fiske Planetarium, Before that he was a Carnegie Fellow; on the staff of the Hubble Space Telescope; and held a joint appointment between the Adler Planetarium and the University of Chicago. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/scientificsense/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/scientificsense/support

Prof. Fran Bagenal, Professor of Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 57:41

The New Horizons Mission to Pluto, the Juno Mission to Jupiter: What have we learned and what's in store? Prof. Fran Bagenal is a Professor of Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder and a researcher in the fields of space plasmas and planetary magnetospheres. Her career spans involvement in the exploration of the outer solar system with NASA’s Voyager, Galileo, New Horizons, and Juno missions. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/scientificsense/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/scientificsense/support

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Episode 96 - Astrophysical

3 Guys with Small Mics

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2020 167:40

Questions, answers and finding direction. Hope your woman is happy.

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Seven Ages Audio Journal Episode 33: The Younger Dryas Impact Hypothesis

Seven Ages Audio Journal

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2020 106:16

On this edition of the Seven Ages Audio Journal, after news pertaining to the surprising results of DNA studies in West Africa and a Japanese experiment in search of answers about ancient seafaring, we turn our attention to one of the greatest controversies in modern science that unites the fields of archaeology, geology, and climate science: the Younger Dryas impact hypothesis. Joining us to discuss it are two leading experts on the topic--a geoarchaeologist and a planetary scientist--who offer their perspectives on the latest developments in support of this hotly debated theory. Christopher R. Moore, PhD, is a geoarchaeologist and Special Projects Director with the Savannah River Archaeological Research Program. His research interests include site formation processes and geochronology of stratified sites in the southeastern Coastal Plain, paleoenvironmental reconstruction, early hunter-gatherer adaptations, lithic technology, and immunological blood residue analysis of stone tools. Chris is also the lead researcher of the White Pond Human Paleoecology Project and has authored and coauthored numerous papers on the Younger Dryas Impact Hypothesis including one documenting the presence of widespread Platinum anomalies at the Younger Dryas Boundary (YDB) as well as a recent paper on White Pond (near Elgin, SC) supporting the YD impact hypothesis. Malcolm Lecompte is a planetary scientist and remote sensing specialist. He holds a B.S. with Honors in Physics from the University of Wyoming and an MS in Astro-geophysics from the University of Colorado in Boulder. He received his Ph.D. in Astrophysical, Planetary and Atmospheric Sciences in 1984. Lecompte also became affiliated with the Naval Aviation reserve in 1980, and before ending his military flight career in 1991, compiled over 1,000 hours of military aircrew and private pilot time, officially retiring from the Naval Reserve as a Commander in 1998 after 23 years of active service. From 2004 until 2009, after a post-doctoral appointment at the Harvard College Observatory and Smithsonian Center Astrophysics (as well as a period managing DoD sponsored R&D projects), Lecompte held a faculty position as an Associate Professor and Research Director at Elizabeth City State University's Center of Excellence in Remote Sensing Education and Research. Now retired, LeCompte has since devoted himself to investigating earth impacts during the late Pleistocene and Holocene epochs by asteroid and comets. He is currently working in collaboration with colleagues at ECSU and other research organizations. Follow the Seven Ages Research Associates online: Twitter Instagram Facebook Below are links to stories covered on this edition of the podcast: 'Ghost' DNA In West Africans Complicates Story Of Human Origins Early Modern Humans Could Sail, Archaeologists Confirm Music featured in this episode: "Horizon" MONIN (YouTube) "Eva" – 失望した (Youtube)

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Episode 5: Astrophysical Beasts and Where to Find Them

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2020 40:23

Goblins, giants, and dwarfs, oh my! Today we discuss the variety of mythical creatures in astronomy, including ghost and goblin galaxies, sneezy M dwarfs with cyclops planets, and oscillating giant stars. Featured Astrobites: astrobites.org/2018/11/22 astrobites.org/2019/09/16 astrobites.org/2019/11/20 Credits: Music: Joel Ong Logo: Joanna Ramasawmy

Episode 84: Arch Crawford

CEO Money with Michael Yorba

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2019 13:15

Arch Crawford cut his technical analysis teeth as first assistant to top Wall Street technician Robert Farrell at Merrill Lynch in the early 1960s. In 1977, following Arch’s extensive research into astrophysical phenomenon, astrology and its correlation to market performance, he edited and published the premiere issue of Crawford Perspectives market timing newsletter.Today, nearly 30 years later, Crawford Perspectives continues to bring readers one of the most highly regarded and consistently accurate market timing newsletters available.Crawford Perspectives newsletter covers major US stock Indices, Interest Rates, U$Dollar Index, GOLD, OIL and Bitcoin.Worked as first ever assistant to best Technician on Wall St - Robert Farrell at MLPF&SNamed Wall Street's best known astrologer by BARRONs May 1988.For more information:http://www.crawfordperspectives.com/

2019 Graduation Special

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Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2019 29:07

With graduation season is upon us, today’s edition of How on Earth is our annual “Graduation Special”. Our guests in the studio today are scientists who have or will soon receive their Ph.D. in a STEM-related field. They talk about their thesis research, their grad school experiences, and what they have planned next. Marcus Piquette - CU Boulder, Department of Astrophysical & Planetary Sciences Topic: In-Situ Observations of the Interplanetary Dust Population from Earth to the Kuiper Belt David Reens - CU Boulder, Department of Physics Topic: Pushing the Limits for Directly Cooled Molecules Abigail Reens- CU Boulder, Department Molecular, Cellular & Developmental Biology Topic: Salmonella Within Macrophages - An Extreme Environment: Small Molecule Inhibitors of Bacterial Efflux and the Roles of Bacterial Lipid Metabolism and Mammalian Co-culture During Infection Host / Producer / Engineer : Joel Parker Listen to the show:

How One Picture Would Prove Black Holes Actually Exist

Smithsonian Channel Pick of the Week

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2019 3:04

Many scientists believe that black holes make sense in the realm of theoretical physics, but couldn't really exist in real life. Capturing an image of a black hole would change all that. The latest in science, culture, and history from Smithsonian Channel.

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Scientists Reveal First-Ever Photograph of a Black Hole

Smithsonian Channel Pick of the Week

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2019 2:56

After years of planning by over 200 international scientists, the data purported to show the first ever image of a black hole is ready. The team gathers for the big reveal - it's a seismic moment in... The latest in science, culture, and history from Smithsonian Channel.

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Ken Ham, His Ark, Whats the Best "Proof" of Creation?

The Adam Paradox

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2019 41:32

Ken Ham deletes my comments and questions about his discussion of atheists in a live video and myself being the atheist I am had some rebuttals. Too much for good ole Ham. Kenneth Alfred Ham (born 20 October 1951) is an Australian-born Christian fundamentalist, young Earth creationist and apologist living in the United States. He is the president of Answers in Genesis (AiG), a creationist apologetics organization that operates the Creation Museum and the Ark Encounter. Ham advocates biblical literalism, believing that the Book of Genesis is historical fact and the universe is approximately 6,000 years old,[n 1] contrary to multiple individual lines of scientific evidence which show the Earth is about 4.5 billion years old and the universe is about 13.8 billion years old.[2][3] According to Ham, he was inspired by his father, also a young Earth creationist, to interpret the Book of Genesis as "literal history" and first rejected what he termed "molecules-to-man evolution" during high school.[5] As a young Earth creationist and biblical inerrantist, Ham believes that the Book of Genesis is historical fact. Ham believes the age of the Universe to be about 6,000 years[n 1] and asserts that Noah's flood occurred about 4,400 years ago in approximately 2348 BC.[41] (Astrophysical measurements and radiometric dating show that the age of the universe is about 13.8 billion years and the age of the Earth is about 4.5 billion years.)[2] Arguing that knowledge of evolution and the

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47: David Grinspoon, Astrobiologist

Reversing Climate Change

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2018 46:23

Like it or not, humans have become the dominant agent of change on the planet, and as we proceed further into the Anthropocene period, we have a responsibility to accept responsibility and find a way to gracefully integrate our presence. But what if we are not the only ones who have experienced this phenomenon? What if the process of inadvertent planetary change is universal? What if the climate challenges we face are a natural part of planetary evolution? David Grinspoon is an astrobiologist and award-winning author whose research focuses on the climate evolution of Earth-like planets and the potential for life elsewhere in the universe. David serves as a Senior Scientist at the Planetary Science Institute and Adjunct Professor of Astrophysical and Planetary Science at the University of Colorado, and he has received the Carl Sagan Medal for Public Communication of Planetary Science. He was also the inaugural Chair of Astrobiology at the US Library of Congress, where he studied human impact on Earth systems. David is the author many books, including the ground-breaking Earth in Human Hands: Shaping Our Planet’s Future. Today, David joins Ross, Christophe and Paul to discuss the significance of the study of space in understanding our own planet. He offers insight around our obligation to learn to work WITH the planet, the concept of Great Filter events, and the utility of viewing our current challenges in the context of planetary evolution. David also shares his take on the longevity of civilizations and the growing alignment of local self-interest and global interests when it comes to climate solutions. Listen in for David’s predictions of where we’ll be 100 years from now and learn about the spiritual aspect of his work in connecting us with something larger than ourselves. Resources David Grinspoon Earth in Human Hands: Shaping Our Planet’s Future by David Grinspoon Chasing New Horizons: Inside the Epic First Mission to Plutoby Alan Stern and David Grinspoon Carl Sagan Pale Blue Dot: A Vision of the Human Future in Spaceby Carl Sagan SETI Institute Our Final Century: Will the Human Race Survive the Twenty-First Century? by Martin Rees Books by Carl Sagan Connect with Nori Nori Nori’s Crowdfunding Campaign Nori on Facebook Nori on Twitter Nori on Medium Nori on YouTube Email hello@nori.com Nori White Paper Subscribe on iTunes Key Takeaways [3:33] David’s path to reversing climate change Always been ‘space geek’ Rise of astrobiology in planetary science Influence of Carl Sagan, activism First Chair of Astrobiology (Library of Congress) [7:13] The significance of the study of space Priceless info about own planet + how it works Other examples of planetary evolution [10:08] The role of humans in running the planet We have agency, moral obligation to prevent catastrophe Knowledge of Earth gives us responsibility to act [15:00] David’s insight on the Anthropocene New geological era, humanity as dominant agent of change Not realistic to stop changing planet without mass die-off Learn to work WITH planet, ‘gracefully integrate presence’ [21:12] The idea of Great Filter events (Fermi paradox) No evidence of other technological civilizations May mean most don’t make it through ‘tech adolescence’ Potential that others struggling with similar issues Inadvertent planetary change = stage of evolution Sign of maturity to realize impact, change behavior [28:52] David’s take on the longevity of civilizations Useful time scale of 10K years recorded human history Leverage technology to work for, not threaten survival Hopeful to imagine others have survived challenges [34:53] The alignment of self-interest and global interests Money to be made in reversing climate change Examples of local innovation that impacts planet as whole [38:57] David’s view of the next 100 years Trends in right direction to minimize damage Equal parts foresight and tragedy (not worst case) Post-fossil fuel world, population will level off/decline [42:48] The spiritual aspect of David’s work Makes us feel connected to things larger than selves Redefining selves as species = spiritual challenge Tipping points in physical and social systems Daily activities informed by fact that global species

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428: Bright Researcher Studying Exoplanets and their Stars and Developing New Astrophysics Technology - Dr. Kevin France

People Behind the Science Podcast - Stories from Scientists about Science, Life, Research, and Science Careers

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2017 33:33

Dr. Kevin France is an Assistant Professor in the Department for Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences as well as an investigator within the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics at the University of Colorado, Boulder. Kevin spends his free time enjoying an outdoor lifestyle living in the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. His hobbies include hiking, skiing, biking, trail running, and spending time with his wife and 9-month old baby. Kevin’s research focuses on improving our understanding of planetary systems outside of our own solar system. His research helps determine how the earth was formed, how it came to look the way it does, and how it fits into the broader perspective of planetary systems throughout the galaxy. Kevin also does laboratory and space mission work to develop the technology that will allow them to answer these questions. He received his bachelor’s degree in Physics and Astronomy from Boston University, and he was awarded his Ph.D. in Astrophysics from Johns Hopkins University. Afterwards, Kevin conducted research as a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Toronto. He next worked as a Research Associate and Fellow at the Center for Astrophysics and Space Astronomy at the University of Colorado, Boulder, and during this time, Kevin was awarded the NASA Nancy Grace Roman Technology Fellowship. Kevin joined us to chat about his work as well as his life outside the lab.

The Cassini Mission to Saturn

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2017 28:35

The Cassini mission to Saturn launched 20 years ago, on October 15, 1997. It took seven years to reach Saturn, and has been orbiting and intensely studying Saturn ever since...until last week when the mission ended in a final dive into Saturn’s atmosphere. The mission studied Saturn, its famous rings, and its many moons using a suite of instruments that observed a broad range of wavelengths from ultraviolet, to visible, infrared, and radio as well as examining dust, charged particles, and magnetic fields. It also delivered the Huygens probe that descended through the atmosphere of Saturn's giant moon, Titan. In this edition of How on earth, we have two scientists from the Cassini mission team. Dr. Larry Esposito is a Professor at the Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences department at the University of Colorado at Boulder and member of the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics at CU. Dr. Carly Howett is a planetary scientist and manager at the Southwest Research Institute in Boulder. They share with us some of the science from Cassini-Huygens and experiences working on such a long-term and successful space mission. Host / Producer / Engineer: Joel Parker Additional Contributions: Beth Bennett, Shelley Schlender Executive Producer: Alejandro Soto Listen to the show:

David Grinspoon: Earth in Human Hands

Long Now: Seminars About Long-term Thinking

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2017 91:40

For thinking about the future of life on Earth in planetary terms, no one can match the perspective of an astrobiologist. David Grinspoon notes two major shifts in Earth’s biological regime: 1) 2.1 billion years ago, when cyanobacteria flipped the whole planet from anaerobic to oxygen-based life; 2) now, as humans assume domination of the Earth’s living systems. “We suddenly find ourselves running a planet,” he says, “without knowing how it should be done. We’re at the controls, but we’re not in control.” The cyanobacteria were unaware of their role. We are aware of ours. What should we do about that? Grinspoon is professor of Astrophysical and Planetary Science at the University of Colorado and Senior Scientist at the Planetary Science Institute. His books include: Earth in Human Hands: Shaping Our Planet’s Future (02016); Lonely Planets (02004); and Venus Revealed (01998).

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2017 Graduation Special (part 2)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2017 27:22

With graduation season is upon us, or in many cases in the rearview mirror, today’s edition of How on Earth is the second of a two-part “Graduation Special”. Our guests in the studio today are scientists who recently graduated with - or soon will receive - their Ph.D. They talk about their thesis research, their grad school experiences, and what they have planned next. Abby Koss - CU Boulder, Chemistry and Biochemistry Topic: New Insights into Fossil Fuel Volatile Organic Compound Emissions and Chemistry using H3O+ and NO+ Chemical Ionization Mass Spectrometry Matteo Crismani - CU Boulder, Department of Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences Topic: Cometary Gas and Dust Delivered to Mars Callie Fiedler - CU Boulder, Electrical Engineering Topic: Characterizing the Properties of 3D Printed Hydrogels for Regenerative Medicine Host / Producer / Engineer : Joel Parker Executive Producer: Susan Moran Listen to the show:

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2017 Graduation Special (part 1)

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Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2017 27:41

With graduation season is upon us, or in many cases in the rearview mirror, today’s edition of How on Earth is the first of a two-part “Graduation Special”. Our guests in the studio today are scientists who recently graduated with - or soon will receive - their Ph.D. They talk about their thesis research, their grad school experiences, and what they have planned next. Morgan Rehnberg - CU Boulder, Department of Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences Topic: Small-Scade Structure in Saturn’s Rings David Horvath - Colorado School of Mines, Department of Geophysics Topic: Planetary Hydrology: Implications for the Past Martian Climate and Present Titan Lake Hydrology Using Numerical Models of the Hydrologic Cycles on Titan and Mars Joseph Lee - CU Boulder, Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Topic: Wind Energy and Interactions between Wind Turbines and the Atmosphere Host / Producer / Engineer : Joel Parker Executive Producer: Susan Moran Listen to the show:

Astrophysical Probes of Dark Matter

The Physics of Fine-Tuning

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2016 44:28

Dr. Justin Read (Surrey) explains the astrophysical evidence for dark matter, and our prospects for getting more information about its nature and interaction by looking at nearby dwarf galaxies. This lecture was conducted at the Dennis Sciama Theatre at the Denys Wilkinson Building, Oxford, on September 8, 2016.

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2016 Graduation Special (part 1)

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Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2016 27:28

The graduation season is upon us and our guests in today's show will be graduating with science Ph.D.'s from the University of Colorado in Boulder. They join us to talk about their thesis research, their grad school experiences, and what they have planned next: Greg Salvesen - Department of Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences Topic: Rethinking Accretion Disks Around Black Holes Jesse Nusbaumer - Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Topic: An Examination of Atmospheric River Moisture Transport and Hydrology Using an Isotope-enabled Climate Model Odessa Gomez - Environmental Engineering Program Topic: Characterizing Responses of Primary Biological Aerosols to Oxidative Atmospheric Conditions Host / Producer / Engineer : Joel Parker Executive Producer: Shelley Schlender Listen to the show:

LHS Episode #163: Let’s Get Astrophysical

Linux in the Ham Shack (MP3 Feed)

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2016 60:50

Hello, listeners! Another universe-shattering episode of Linux in the Ham Shack is upon you. During this little slice of now, your hosts discuss the safety of wireless networking, colliding black holes, a popular Linux distro site being hacked, a tablet Linux OS, browser-based logging applications, ChromeOS on the Raspberry Pi and much more. Time is [...]

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