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Exploring the universe with radio astronomy

Arizona Science 10/2/26 podcast thumb
University of Arizona Steward Observatory and European Southern Observatory.

Radio astronomers search the sky for sources sending out invisible light, including black holes and exploding stars. University of Arizona researcher Kate Alexander investigates locations known to emit radio light, and links her findings with other types of light on the electromagnetic spectrum.

Kate Alexander spoke with Tim Swindle, professor emeritus of Planetary Science at the University of Arizona.

Tony is a veteran journalist whose career in broadcast journalism has spanned more than 30 years and 2 continents. He is host of The Press Room and producer for Arizona Science.