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RS Scientific Meeting: Astronomy from the Moon - the next decades
13 February 2023–14 February 2023, 9:00 am–5:00 pm
On 13-14 February 2023, the Royal Society will host a scientific meeting on the topic of 'Astronomy from the Moon: The next decades', co-organised by CPS colleague Professor Ian Crawford (Birkbeck).
This event is free.
Event Information
Open to
- All
Availability
- Yes
Cost
- Free
Organiser
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Professor Ian Crawford
Location
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A hyrbid event: Online and in person at the Royal SocietyThe Royal Society6-9 Carlton House TerraceLondonSW1Y 5AG
A scientific discussion meeting organised by Professor Joseph Silk FRS, Professor John Zarnecki, Professor Ian Crawford and Dr Martin Elvis.
Low-frequency radio astronomy from the radio-shielded far side of the Moon may have a unique science impact on cosmology, potentially at modest cost. The permanently shadowed lunar craters may offer advantages for passive cooling of infrared telescopes. Potential applications include studies of exoplanets as well as searches for technosignatures and SETI. This meeting will examine these and other potential uses of the Moon as a platform for astronomical observations and the related policy implications.
This event is free although registration is required. Further information about the speakers, programme and how to register for this meeting can be found via the Royal Society registration link.