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What are ALMA future science goals?

What are ALMA future science goals?

FromALMA Little Universe


What are ALMA future science goals?

FromALMA Little Universe

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Length:
4 minutes
Released:
Apr 19, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Nobody interested in science and the Universe could ignore the existence of black holes and protoplanetary discs. Do you know about these discs? In the last ten years, ALMA has changed how we view these phenomena. In this episode, ALMA Director Sean Dougherty explains to us which are the main fields where ALMA focuses its efforts. Let's know how ALMA is constantly improving to help humanity look as far as possible towards the beginning of the Universe. Furthermore, let's discover which are the following goals that scientists from all over the world want to achieve through ALMA.
Released:
Apr 19, 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.