The Last Stargazers - With Emily Levesque

Explore the evolving world of professional astronomy in this captivating 56-minute talk by Emily Levesque. Delve into the unique experiences of astronomers as they travel to remote locations, operate multi-million dollar equipment, and face the challenges of a field increasingly dominated by robotics. Learn about the history of astronomical observations, from eyepieces and photographic plates to digital imaging and radio telescopes. Discover fascinating anecdotes about unexpected adventures, including encounters with wildlife and natural disasters. Examine the impact of technological advancements on astronomical research, including the development of the Vera C. Rubin Observatory and its potential for groundbreaking discoveries. Reflect on the importance of human ingenuity, serendipity, and wonder in scientific exploration as the field transitions towards more automated methods of data collection and analysis.

Intro
The Subaru Telescope
What does an astronomer look like
First time at a telescope
Looking through eyepieces
Photographic plates
Observing in the dark
Henretta SwanLevitt
Levesques Law
The Andromeda Nebula
Digital Imaging
Surprising Adventures
Mount St Helens
Dougs Log
Weather
Animals
Expeditions
Secondhand Thirdhand
Telescope Shooting
Parks Radio Telescope
Peritons
Microwaves
Fast radio bursts
How astronomy has changed
The Andromeda Galaxy
The Vera C Rubin Observatory
Thornzhitkov Objects
Interpreting Data
Serendipity
Vera Rubin Observatory
Naked Eye Comet
Final Thoughts