Carnegie Science Observatories postdoc Andrew Robertson focuses on one of the key mysteries in contemporary astronomy: the nature of dark matter. We know that this mysterious form of matter makes […]
This month will be an overview of Astronomy software for amateurs, particularly Sky Charting software for desktop and mobile. We will also cover some available options for telescope mount control, […]
Episode 4: Heaven and Hell Subject: Comets, asteroids, and impacts (Tunguska, Venus greenhouse); planetary evolution and catastrophes. 45 Years Later: Chicxulub crater confirmed as dinosaur extinction cause (1980s–1990s); multiple impact […]
Large Scale Structure of the Universe This evening, Chris Benton will discuss how the Universe is structured on large scales. Starting with our location in the Milky Way, we move […]
Everyone knows Saturn has rings — but what are they made of, where did they come from, and how long will they last? Junior sessions continue on Monday 14 September. […]