How Maynooth University Astronomers are Searching for New Worlds
Dr Emma Whelan will give a public talk on Planet Hunters: How Maynooth astronomers search for new worlds on Monday October 21st at Maynooth University as part of Research Week.
Admission is free but tickets should be booked in advance.
When: Monday, October 21, 2019 - 19:30 to 21:30
Where: Iontas Lecture Theatre
This talk will explore the field of exoplanets - planets outside our own solar system.
As of this month over 4000 exoplanets or new worlds have been discovered.
The techniques astronomers use for finding new planets will be discussed along with the research currently being done at Maynooth University.
More information on Maynooth University website
