Director of Strategic Engagement at LSST Discovery Alliance, astronomer, educator, and singer-songwriter.
Here is a great write-up from SpaceChatter on our new paper confirming two new exoplanets and including citizen scientists and high school students in the work. https://lnkd.in/grh2h9zd
🌟 Unlocking the Universe with Light: Scientific Missions Supported by Teledyne Digital Imaging 🌟 Electromagnetic radiation (light) serves as the primary messenger of information in the Universe. Detecting light is crucial for many scientific fields, especially those that require “remote sensing” of distant objects. The fundamentals and space missions of various scientific fields – Astronomy, Planetary Exploration, Heliophysics and Earth Observation – are topics that Teledyne will present each month in the Digital Imaging Space Science Monthly. Readers can download these articles in PDF format for non-commercial purposes, including classroom use. Let’s celebrate scientific exploration together! 🔭📚 https://ow.ly/gVM150QOGjp #ScienceEducation #STEMTeachers #AstronomyEducation #PlanetaryExploration #HeliophysicsResearch #EarthObservation #TeledyneDetectors
🌟 Unlocking the Universe with Light: Scientific Missions Supported by Teledyne Digital Imaging 🌟 Electromagnetic radiation (light) serves as the primary messenger of information in the Universe. Detecting light is crucial for many scientific fields, especially those that require “remote sensing” of distant objects. The fundamentals and space missions of various scientific fields – Astronomy, Planetary Exploration, Heliophysics and Earth Observation – are topics that Teledyne will present each month in the Digital Imaging Space Science Monthly. Readers can download these articles in PDF format for non-commercial purposes, including classroom use. Let’s celebrate scientific exploration together! 🔭📚 https://ow.ly/gVM150QOGjp #ScienceEducation #STEMTeachers #AstronomyEducation #PlanetaryExploration #HeliophysicsResearch #EarthObservation #TeledyneDetectors
🌟 Unlocking the Universe with Light: Scientific Missions Supported by Teledyne Digital Imaging 🌟 Electromagnetic radiation (light) serves as the primary messenger of information in the Universe. Detecting light is crucial for many scientific fields, especially those that require “remote sensing” of distant objects. The fundamentals and space missions of various scientific fields – Astronomy, Planetary Exploration, Heliophysics and Earth Observation – are topics that Teledyne will present each month in the Digital Imaging Space Science Monthly. Readers can download these articles in PDF format for non-commercial purposes, including classroom use. Let’s celebrate scientific exploration together! 🔭📚 https://ow.ly/gVM150QOGjp #ScienceEducation #STEMTeachers #AstronomyEducation #PlanetaryExploration #HeliophysicsResearch #EarthObservation #TeledyneDetectors
🌌 The Transformative Impact of Space Research on Humanity... Space research, born from the 1960s Space Race, has become indispensable in our understanding of the universe and our planet. This multidisciplinary field, stretching from astrophysics to life sciences, has led to groundbreaking discoveries and technological advancements. Key Insights: 🔹Astronomy and Astrophysics: Space telescopes like Hubble and James Webb have provided insights into dark matter, black holes, and the age of the universe. 🔹Earth Observation: Satellites play a crucial role in environmental monitoring, aiding in climate change research and natural disaster management. 🔹Life Sciences: Research on the ISS provides valuable data on the effects of microgravity on human physiology, crucial for future long-duration space missions. 🔹Materials Science: Space offers unique conditions for developing new materials and technologies, including pharmaceuticals and bioprinting. Space research has profoundly influenced our understanding of the cosmos, our place in it, and how we can sustain life beyond Earth. It continues to offer new perspectives and solutions for Earth's challenges. 🌍 How do you see space research shaping our future on Earth and beyond? Read more at https://lnkd.in/enV6ZFH4 #SpaceResearch #Astronomy #EarthObservation #LifeSciences #Innovation
Today is the 11th anniversary of the European Space Agency - ESA’s Herschel Space Observatory‘s end of mission, and there is no new far-infrared mission approved to date. With SOFIA no longer operational either, we do not have access to this important wavelength regime - which cannot be observed from the ground - anymore. Last week, I had the pleasure of attending the „Heritage of SOFIA“ Heräus Seminar in Stuttgart (thanks Maja Kaźmierczak-Barthel for the fantastic organization!), and the impact that „being blind“ at far-infrared wavelengths has on so many research areas in astronomy became painfully obvious. The far-infrared regime is essential for studying the early phases of star formation, molecular cloud physics, magnetic fields, and many more. Several mission concepts like PRIMA, SALTUS, FIRSST, GREX-PLUS, and others are currently being studied, so hopefully astronomy will re-gain access to this important regime in the coming decades (and I certainly would be very happy to see a Swiss contribution, just like with Herschel, so a new generation of far-infrared astronomers can be trained in Switzerland as well). #astronomy #farinfrared (Slide shown by one the speakers at last week’s conference.)
A small but interesting demonstation of the exoplanet transit method. I believe this could be useful for astronomy public engagement - everyone welcome to use it! https://lnkd.in/eniectEt https://lnkd.in/eneT6qpY
A year ago, I started a YouTube channel to stay engaged with my love and passion for space sciences. While I'm still honing my video-making skills, this journey has significantly expanded my knowledge about space and astronomy and helped me develop new abilities. Just uploaded a new video titled "Are We Going Back to Venus?" In this video, I explore the possibility of exploring planet Venus and the exciting new missions aiming to unlock its secrets. I'd love to hear your thoughts! #Venus #SpaceExploration #Science https://lnkd.in/di9VeJPw
Articles are invited for a special issue @Frontiers in Astronomy and Space Sciences (a Q2 Journal having impact factor 3.0) https://lnkd.in/g3sR-6KZ
Senior Civil Engineer (BIT,Sindri) + PGCBM(XLRI) + 30 yrs exp | Author | Blogger| Life member of IRC/IGS
5 books for laymen to understand space technology: 1. "Astrophysics for People in a Hurry" by Neil deGrasse Tyson: This book provides a concise and engaging overview of astrophysics and space science, written in a way that's easy to understand for non-experts. 2. "The Grand Design" by Stephen Hawking and Leonard Mlodinow: While not exclusively focused on space technology, this book delves into the fundamental principles of the universe, including discussions on space exploration and the search for understanding our cosmic environment. 3. "The Overview Effect: Space Exploration and Human Evolution" by Frank White: This book explores the psychological and philosophical impact of space exploration on human perception and understanding of our place in the universe. 4. "How to Make a Spaceship: A Band of Renegades, an Epic Race, and the Birth of Private Spaceflight" by Julian Guthrie: This book tells the captivating story of the people and events behind the rise of private space companies like SpaceX and Virgin Galactic, making it accessible and engaging for readers interested in the practical aspects of space technology. 5. "The Martian" by Andy Weir: While a work of fiction, this novel is grounded in real science and technology, offering readers an entertaining and educational look at what it might take to survive on Mars and the challenges of space exploration. These books cover a range of topics related to space technology and exploration, offering insights that are both informative and enjoyable for laymen. #Space, #Technology, #Exploration, #Science, #Innovation #SpaceTech, #SpaceExploration, #Astronomy, #RocketScience, #MarsMission #books #reading
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