Synopsis/abstract:
There is more to astronomy than meets the eye! Sonification maps astronomical data to sound, allowing us to hear patterns in galaxies from the farthest reaches of space – no images needed. In this interactive sound-forward session, you'll listen to galaxy data and gain a deeper appreciation for the innovative ways scientists explore the Universe. Join Michael Petersen of the Royal Observatory Edinburgh as he guides us through the technologies that data experts and sonification engineers use to bring the cosmos to life in sound and the fresh possibilities for discovery.
Due to the nature of this talk this is an in-person only event
Michael Petersen is an astronomer at the Royal Observatory Edinburgh, which is part of the University of Edinburgh. His research focuses around how bodies move and interact in and around galaxies – primarily our own Milky Way. He studies the nature of dark matter through its inferred and measured structure and properties. To do so, he relies on the development of innovative numerical techniques.
By Car:
There are a number of car parking facilities in the area with the closest being the Nicolson Square Car Park and Q-Park Quartermile
By Train:
Edinburgh Waverly railway station is around 1km away.
By Bus:
Bus services 2, 9, 12, 47, 47B, 60 run to and from Potterrow (closest stop).
Post event drinks and/or dinner TBC. Please contact Emily Tilbury if you are interested in going out afterwards: emilyt@metricaconsulting.co.uk