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Cosmology - From Galileo to Gravitational Waves

Offered By: The Royal Institution via YouTube

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Embark on a captivating journey through the cosmos in this 51-minute lecture by Professor Hiranya Peiris at The Royal Institution. Unravel the detective story of modern cosmology, from Galileo's groundbreaking observations to the recent detection of gravitational waves. Discover how scientists have answered age-old questions about the Universe's age, composition, and destiny using evidence left behind by the Big Bang. Explore revolutionary concepts in fundamental physics, such as extra dimensions and multiple universes, and learn how the cosmic microwave background serves as the ultimate clue in understanding our cosmos. Gain insights into cutting-edge research projects like the Planck Collaboration, Dark Energy Survey, and Large Synoptic Survey Telescope, which continue to push the boundaries of our knowledge about the Universe's evolution.

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Cosmology: Galileo to Gravitational Waves - with Hiranya Peiris


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The Royal Institution

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