Kilonova Explosions and Magnetars - Dr. Wen-fai Fong interview - The Cosmic Companion Nov. 24, 2020

An interview with Dr. Wen-fai Fong of Northwestern University, on her study of kilonova explosions, neutron star collisions, and mysterious magnetars

This week, we welcome Wen-fai Fong of Northwestern University to the show, talking about her work studying kilonova explosions and collisions of neutron stars.

But first, we will look at new findings showing the Universe is getting hotter, and we will examine the mysterious Blue Ring Nebula. Next, we will journey back in time to the ancient solar system, when a massive megaflood ravished the surface of Mars. Finally, we will bid a sad farewell to one of the greatest telescopes in the world, as the Arecibo radio Telescope is slated for demolition.

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Join us next week, when we will be joined by Dr. Ezat Heydari of Jackson State University. We will be discussing his work finding evidence for an ancient megaflood on Mars.

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