
Finding Genius Podcast Diving Into Cosmic History & Astronomical Anomalies With Dr. Rebecca Larson
Dec 2, 2024
Dr. Rebecca Larson, a postdoctoral research associate at RIT's School of Physics and Astronomy, dives into the mysteries of early galaxies using the James Webb Telescope. She discusses the telescope's groundbreaking capabilities and how it's transforming our understanding of cosmic history. Topics include the phenomenon of 'Redshift,' the reevaluation of early galaxy misconceptions, and recent discoveries about heavier element formation. Larson also shares insights on the challenges of observing celestial objects and the exciting future of astronomical research.
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
1 2 3 4 5 6
Intro
00:00 • 3min
Unlocking the Universe: JWST's Data Revolution
02:34 • 9min
Reevaluating Early Universe Galaxies: Misconceptions and New Understandings
11:17 • 3min
Exploring New Discoveries in Cosmic History and Galaxies
14:21 • 2min
Unraveling Cosmic Mysteries with JWST
16:38 • 17min
Exploring Resources for Astronomical Research and Discoveries
33:36 • 2min
