Dan Scolnic

Wendy Freedman, a professor of astronomy at the University of Chicago and former leader of the Hubble Key Project, joins Dan Scolnic, a cosmologist from Duke University focused on dark energy. They delve into the controversial Hubble constant, discussing how recent findings suggest the universe might be expanding faster than current models predict. Topics include dark matter mysteries, advancements in astronomical instruments, and the implications of potential new theories that could reshape our understanding of the cosmos.

Dan Scolnic, a Professor at Duke University and an expert in near-field cosmology, discusses exhilarating advancements expected in cosmology by 2025. He tackles the Hubble tension and its implications for our understanding of the universe’s expansion. Upcoming projects, including the James Webb Space Telescope's findings, promise to shed light on dark energy and the cosmic microwave background. Anticipation builds around new astronomical data and the potential for groundbreaking discoveries that could redefine cosmological models.