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The Updated Physics of Black Holes with Steve Balbus & Andrew Mummery
StarTalk Radio
Exploring Gravitational Waves and Black Holes
This chapter examines the development of a general relativity textbook inspired by a popular Oxford course, while highlighting the landmark discovery of gravitational radiation in 2016. It discusses the challenges in understanding black holes, the literary contributions of a renowned physicist, and the ongoing legacy of Einstein's work in physics. The narrative reflects on the importance of making complex scientific concepts accessible to a broader audience.
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