How to Photograph a Black Hole - With Ziri Younsi

Explore the groundbreaking achievement of photographing a black hole in this captivating lecture by Ziri Younsi, a member of the Event Horizon Telescope team. Delve into the history of black holes, their nature, and appearance, including a comparison with the depiction in the film Interstellar. Learn about the complex imaging process that made this scientific milestone possible and discover the insights gained from these revolutionary images. Gain a deeper understanding of black holes and their significance in advancing our knowledge of space, time, and the Universe's origins.

Intro to the project and team
A brief history of black holes
The first ever photograph of a black hole
What is a black hole?
What does a black hole look like?
How accurate was the black hole in Interstellar?
Understanding black hole images
The imaging process
What have we learnt so far?