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What kind of data does ALMA produce?

What kind of data does ALMA produce?

FromALMA Little Universe


What kind of data does ALMA produce?

FromALMA Little Universe

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Length:
3 minutes
Released:
Mar 22, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In this episode of ALMA's Little Universe, we will deepen our knowledge about how the raw data collected through the telescope becomes images intelligible by the human eye.How does the binary code information become three-dimensional images with pseudo-colors that are analyzable by researchers worldwide? Drew Brisbin and Chin-Shin Chang, two scientists from the Science Archive Content Management, will explain to us the processes behind the conversion of radio frequencies into three-dimensional colorized images of the Universe. Let's see how different images and products of the Cosmos emerge from ALMA.
Released:
Mar 22, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (24)

Journey into the 'Little Universe of ALMA' and uncover the wonders of our cosmic origins. In bite-sized episodes ranging from 3 to 6 minutes, delve into the intricacies of the ALMA Observatory, stationed in the heart of the Atacama Desert. Discover galaxies shrouded in stardust, the first-ever image of a black hole, and even a simplified form of sugar, all made possible by 66 colossal antennas that peer into the Universe with unparalleled depth. Embark on this enlightening journey and learn how ALMA connects us to the vast expanse of the Cosmos. This podcast was produced by Paige Cromley during her internship at ALMA from Princeton University.