A Revolution in Solar System Astronomy with JWST
Offered By: Lunar and Planetary Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the groundbreaking discoveries from the James Webb Space Telescope's first year of solar system observations in this illuminating lecture. Delve into the unprecedented details revealed by JWST's state-of-the-art instruments, covering a wide range of celestial bodies from gas giants to near-Earth asteroids. Learn how Dr. Ian Wong from NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center presents key highlights from these observations and discusses their profound impact on our understanding of solar system formation and evolution. Gain insights into how JWST's dedicated hundreds of hours of observation time are revolutionizing solar system astronomy and reshaping our knowledge of these enigmatic objects.
Syllabus
A Revolution in Solar System Astronomy with JWST
Taught by
Lunar and Planetary Institute
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