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There is a long tradition of optics in science, from ancient times to Newton and Einstein, continuing through many Nobel prizes, and leading to the present.

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J Monnier

Sharpening Our Cosmic View: Advances in Optical/Infrared Interferometry

  • Speaker: John Monnier
  • Date and Time: 02/17/2025 3:30 pm - 02/17/2025 4:30 pm

Description / Abstract Optical and infrared interferometry has transformed high-angular-resolution astronomy, revealing stellar surfaces, mass transfer in binaries, the inner structure of planet-forming disks, exoplanet atmospheres, and the Galactic Center black hole.

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There is a long tradition of optics in science, from ancient times to Newton and Einstein, continuing through many Nobel prizes, and leading to the present. The ability to control light and matter with high precision opens the possibility for many new discoveries and technologys.  Fellowships are available.

For graduate students, OMQ programs provides opportunities for research in fundamental areas of physics and chemistry. At the same time, our center also provides an enabling set of technologies for application in the life sciences and industry. It is this unique combination of fundamental science coupled with practical applications that opens many career paths.

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