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Pulsars, Microwave Ovens and the Radio Sky - Chris Lintott
Gresham College Lectures
Exploring the Mysteries of Pulsars and Fast Radio Bursts
Delve into the fascinating world of pulsars, cosmic clocks formed from neutron stars that emit regular pulses as they rotate rapidly with powerful magnetic fields. Learn about the mistaken discovery of a planet around a pulsar, the detection of gravitational waves through pulsar timing, and the ongoing enigma of fast radio bursts. Discover the upcoming Square Kilometre Array project and the challenges faced by radio astronomers in understanding the complexities of the radio sky.
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