Kathryn Johnston
Professor of Astronomy at Columbia University and the Dynamics Group Leader at the Flatiron Institute, world renown expert for her work on Milky Way dynamics, especially tidal streams and the dark matter components of our galaxy
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Aug 8, 2023 • 1h 14min
#5 Kathryn Johnston - The Milky Way, Dark Matter vs MOND, Gaia
Professor Kathryn Johnston discusses the structure and components of the Milky Way, the uncertainty of counting stars, the role of dark matter and its evidence, modified gravitational force, mapping the Milky Way with the Gaia mission, the nature of astronomy and the excitement of data, and the impact of studying the Milky Way on one's career and perspective on life.
