iTelescope Webinar on High Energy stuff

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British Astronomical Association, Variable Star Section (BAA-VSS)
Thu, 05/30/2024 - 16:10

I don't see anything indicating that this here https://www.itelescope.net/webinar is just for iTelescope members, so I guess it's "free for all" ??

Date: May 31, 2024 06:00 PM  UTC 

Anyway, sounds interesting to me!

Description

Join us for a thrilling virtual journey into the most energetic corners of the cosmos! Samantha Wong, a graduate student in astrophysics at McGill University, will lead us on a fascinating exploration of high-energy phenomena in the universe. Discover the mysterious origins of cosmic rays, witness the awe-inspiring power of gamma-ray bursts, and delve into the intriguing behavior of active galactic nuclei powered by supermassive black holes. Explore the remnants of supernovae, where extreme particle acceleration takes place, and gain insights into the future of high-energy astrophysics with the next generation of telescopes and observatories.