Astronomy (Audio)
UCTV programs explore astronomy, the physical universe and other space related topics with University of California faculty and experts from around the world.
- Update frequency
- every 43 days
- Average duration
- 41 minutes
- Episodes
- 50
- Years Active
- 2013 - 2025
Solar Probe Touches the Sun
Launched in 2018, NASA’s Parker Solar Probe spacecraft, with instruments developed and built by UC Berkeley, has now traveled closer to the sun than any other mission in history, actually penetrating…
00:03:24 |
Mon 08 Feb 2021
Dark Threads of the Cosmic Web Revealed
A computational approach inspired by the growth patterns of a slime mold has enabled a team of astronomers and computer scientists at UC Santa Cruz to trace the filaments of the cosmic web that conne…
00:01:58 |
Sat 06 Feb 2021
Return to Apollo: Geologic Evolution of a Young Moon
New state-of-the-art chronologic measurements of rocks brought to Earth by Apollo astronauts reveal that many of the historical age determinations are erroneous. The new measurements presented by cos…
00:59:10 |
Sun 05 Apr 2020
Health in Space: Developing New Tools for the Trip to Mars
Limited medical equipment on space craft makes medical care in space a real challenge. Ordinary problems must be dealt with, as well as problems related to the unique environment of space. As NASA pl…
00:37:41 |
Sun 05 Apr 2020
Planetary Defense: Avoiding a Cosmic Catastrophe
Our planet has been continually bombarded by asteroids since its formation, 4.5 billion years ago. While the frequency of large impacts has decreased, many potential Near-Earth Object threats remain …
00:49:40 |
Sat 04 Apr 2020
Additive Rocket Corporation - Into the Impossible (Audio Podcast)
The Additive Rocket Corporation utilizes state of the art metal additive manufacturing techniques coupled with advanced design and test processes to create thrust chambers for the space market. The c…
00:26:23 |
Mon 21 Oct 2019
How a Year in Space Affects the Human Body with Dr. Michael G. Ziegler -- Osher UC San Diego
Scott Kelly spent a year in the International Space Station while his identical twin Mark Kelly was on earth. UC San Diego and many institutions studied the mental, cardiovascular, immune, genetic, m…
00:54:39 |
Mon 09 Sep 2019
Losing the Nobel Prize with Brian Keating
Cosmologist and author of "Losing the Nobel Prize" Brian Keating tells the inside story of BICEP2’s mesmerizing discovery and the scientific drama that ensued in this interview with science fiction a…
00:54:42 |
Mon 21 May 2018
Origins of Universe's Gold Discovered in Neutron Star Mergers
The first detection of gravitational waves from the cataclysmic merger of two neutron stars, and the observation of visible light in the aftermath of that merger, finally answer a long-standing quest…
00:02:50 |
Mon 12 Mar 2018
Twins in Space: The Effects of Space Travel on Humans - Research on Aging
What effect does space travel have on our bodies and minds? As NASA looks to explore Mars and beyond, it is critical to understand the impacts of spending extended time in space. Brinda K. Rana, Phd,…
00:57:50 |
Thu 14 Sep 2017
Building Rockets Building Careers with Andy Kieatiwong
Andy Kieatiwong shares his journey from student to CEO. As the founder and CEO of the Additive Rocket Corporation, he leads a team that leverages 3D metal printing to create reliable and affordable p…
00:16:15 |
Tue 13 Jun 2017
On Beyond: Space Dust Exploring Nanomaterials Fire Drought and Ecosystems Oak Tree Ecosystems California Agricultural Legacy
Explore the dust between the stars - and why it is so important, see how researchers explore molecules on the nanoscale to improve materials, discover why natural extremes are critical to Mediterrane…
00:29:28 |
Wed 06 Apr 2016
Space Dust
Karin Sandstrom studies the interstellar medium - the dust and gas in galaxies and between stars, and especially how ultraviolet light interacts with soot-like polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. That,…
00:05:18 |
Mon 01 Feb 2016
The Future of Space Exploration -- Up Next: Perspectives on the Future of Everything
Chris Impey is a distinguished professor of astronomy at the University of Arizona whose work has been supported by $20 million in grants from both NASA and the National Science Foundation. His resea…
00:28:53 |
Mon 07 Dec 2015
Searching for Dark Energy
Berkeley Lab scientist David Schlegel discusses his research on mapping the universe and understanding dark energy. Series: "Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory " [Science] [Show ID: 29636]
00:10:45 |
Thu 18 Jun 2015
The Future of Electron Microscopy
Berkeley Lab scientist Haimei Zheng discusses the future of electron microscopy and her breakthrough research into examining liquids using an electron microscope. Series: "Lawrence Berkeley National …
00:06:33 |
Sun 14 Jun 2015
Cosmochemistry Can Save Lives with Morgan Nunn Martinez -- UC San Diego Founders’ Symposium 2013
UC San Diego graduate student Morgan Nunn Martinez presents her research on extracting and analyzing water in extraterrestrial samples. She has measured the oxygen isotopic composition of water found…
00:12:00 |
Wed 18 Mar 2015
The Physics of Free Will with Brian Keating -- Degrees of Freedom
UC San Diego astrophysicist Brian Keating presents cosmological observations that have revealed a mysterious universe, pointing to the startling possibility that our cosmos might be just the most ins…
00:59:03 |
Mon 09 Mar 2015
The Theory of Everything - Script to Screen
Producer Lisa Bruce and screenwriter/producer Anthony McCarten join host Matt Ryan for a lively discussion of their film “The Theory of Everything.” Starring Eddie Redmayne and Felicity Jones, the mo…
00:45:01 |
Mon 02 Feb 2015
Eight Big Ideas 2013 - Science at the Theater
Eight Berkeley Lab scientists present eight game-changing concepts in eight minutes each. Series: "Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory " [Science] [Show ID: 28806]
01:29:03 |
Mon 17 Nov 2014
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