About this episode
Dr Emma Chapman discusses how radio waves are used to explore the cosmos.
Radio astronomer Dr Emma Chapman reveals how radio waves enable scientists to explore the cosmos, from mapping Venus to searching for alien life and discovering the origins of the Universe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
People in this episode
Guest: Dr Emma Chapman
Topics covered
- radio astronomy
- cosmos exploration
- alien life
- origins of the Universe
- mapping Venus
Keywords
- radio waves
- cosmos
- alien life
- Venus
- Universe origins
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: BBC Sky at Night Magazine
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