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The Hunt for Supermassive Black Holes - A Conversation with Andrea Ghez

World Science Festival via YouTube

Overview

This course aims to explore the journey of discovering supermassive black holes, focusing on the technological advancements that aided in this discovery. The learning outcomes include understanding the history of black holes, the role of dark matter, and the application of adaptive optics in research. The course teaches about supermassive black holes, the center of the galaxy, and the use of telescopes in observations. The teaching method involves a conversation between Andrea Ghez and Brian Greene, supplemented by animations and audience Q+A sessions. This course is intended for individuals interested in astrophysics, black hole research, and technological innovations in astronomy.

Syllabus

Introduction
White House bastion of science
The history of black holes
How does 12 connect with infinity
Does string theory work with black holes
Could dark matter contribute to black holes
What do you think about Verlindes entropic gravity
Andrea Ghez
Andreas background
Getting into research
Adaptive optics
Supermassive black holes
Center of the galaxy
Telescopes
The Hunt for Supermassive Black Holes
Animation
How long did it take
Competition
Observations and Theory

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